Authorize application for and acceptance of AFG grant for Fire Department fitness equipment.

A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute any and all documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security to provide funding pursuant to the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program in the amount of $201,682.00, with a City match of ten (10) percent, which will be used to purchase fitness equipment needed for the Fire Suppression Division of the Knoxville Fire Department.(Requested by Knoxville Fire Department)

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On February 6, 2024, the City of Knoxville, TN City Council adopted “Authorize application for and acceptance of AFG grant for Fire Department fitness equipment.” by a vote of 9–0.

Unanimous Adopted 9-0-0-0

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Moved by Gwen McKenzie · seconded by Tommy Smith

Topics: Public safety

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Aye · 9

Charles Thomas District 5 Lynne Fugate At-Large Seat A Debbie Helsley At-Large Seat B Amelia Parker At-Large Seat C Tommy Smith District 1 Andrew Roberto District 2 Seema Singh District 3 Lauren Rider District 4 Gwen McKenzie District 6

The figure in this motion

$201,682

Firefighters Grant

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The clerk’s minutes record no speakers at the public forum for this meeting.

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Minutes of the 6 February 2024 meeting — page 14

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