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RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ALDERS OF THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT THE 2026 REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY FIRST RESPONDER GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000 TO SUPPORT THE PURCHASE OF A FIBRELIGHT RECOVERY CRADLE FOR MARINE RESCUE OPERATIONS, AND TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT, EXECUTE, AND IF NECESSARY, MODIFY ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS, CONTRACTS, AND INSTRUMENTS AS DEEMED NECESSARY
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WHEREAS, the City of New Haven, through its Department of Fire Services, is responsible for providing fire suppression, rescue, and emergency response services within the 20 square mile boundaries of the City of New Haven; and
WHEREAS, the New Haven Fire Department’s Marine Division responds to an increasing number of water-based incidents each year, necessitating the acquisition of specialized equipment to ensure safe and efficient rescue and recovery operations; and
WHEREAS, the Regional Water Authority First Responder Grant provides funding opportunities to support local emergency response organizations in acquiring equipment that enhances public safety and operational readiness; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Department seeks grant funding to purchase a Fibrelight Recovery Cradle, a multifunctional rescue device that serves as a scramble net, stretcher, and ladder to support marine rescues and improve responder safety; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Department continually seeks alternative funding sources and regional partnerships to reduce financial burden on taxpayers while ensuring access to modern and effective emergency response equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Alders of the City of New Haven supports efforts to strengthen public safety and provide firefighters with the tools necessary to protect residents and visitors during emergencies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Alders of the City of New Haven hereby authorizes the Mayor of the City of New Haven to apply for and accept the 2026 Regional Water Authority First Responder Grant in the amount of $1,000, and to sign all related documents, contracts, and instruments as required to carry out the intent of this grant award.