TO: Honorable Mayor & Members of the North Port Commission
FROM: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager
TITLE: Approve the Application to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in the Amount of $17,000 for Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) for North Port Police Department (NPPD) Patrol Vehicles and Authorize the City Manager or the Mayor, as Applicable Under the City Charter, to Execute all Funding Documents After Legal Review, Should the Grant be Awarded to the City.
Recommended Action
Option 1: Approve the application to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in the amount of $17,000 for Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) for North Port Police Department (NPPD) patrol vehicles and authorize the City Manager or the Mayor, as applicable under the City Charter, to execute all funding documents after legal review, should the grant be awarded to the City.
City Commission Options
Option 1: Approve the application to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in the amount of $17,000.
• Pros: These funds will provide the City with reimbursement for the cost of approximately 10 AEDs for NPPD patrol vehicles.
• Cons: There are no foreseeable cons to approving this application.
Option 2: Deny the application to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in the amount of $17,000.
• Pros: There are no foreseeable pros to denying this application.
• Cons: The City would not receive reimbursement for the cost of AEDs for NPPD patrol vehicles.
Background Information
The City of North Port has applied to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for AEDs for NPPD patrol vehicles in the amount of $17,000.
The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation’s mission is to impact the lifesaving capabilities, and the lives of local heroes and their communities. This is accomplished by providing lifesaving equipment and prevention education tools to first responders and public safety organizations.
If awarded, funding will be used to purchase approximately 10 AEDs for use in NPPD patrol vehicles. Equipping patrol cars with AEDs enhances officers’ ability to serve as effective first responders and strengthens emergency response capabilities. It allows Police Officers to provide critical care until Fire Rescue or EMS personnel arrive, improving coordination among emergency services and reinforcing the department’s commitment to protecting the health and safety of the community.
If awarded, the Grant Contract will be reviewed by the City Attorney to ensure that it is legally correct as to form.
Strategic Plan
Safe Community
Financial Impact
If awarded, the purchase would be made by the Foundation on behalf of the City.
Procurement
If awarded, all relevant procurement codes, policies and procedures will be followed when purchases are made.
Attachments: 1. Grant Application
Prepared by: Jennifer Sadonis, Grants Coordinator
Valerie Malingowski, Grants Division Manager
Department Director: A. Jerome Fletcher II, ICMA-CM, MPA, City Manager