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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPR 22722: CITY MANAGER TO ALLOW THE POLICE DEPARTMEMNT TO APPLY FOR THE FIRST RESPONDERS GRANT ( irl art rt'Itr�_ www.PortArthurTx.gov INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Date: July 28, 2022 To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Through: Ronald Burton, City Manager From: Timothy Duriso, Chief of Police $ RE: PR 22722 —Authorization for the City Council to approve the City Manager to allow the Police Department to apply for the First Responders Grant. Introduction: The intent of this Agenda Item is to seek the City Council's approval for the City Manager to allow the police department to apply for Motiva's First Responder Grant. Background: The Motiva First Responders Grant Program was developed to assist emergency response organizations in communities that host Motiva Facilities. The program awards a grant up to $10,000 for safety equipment, professional training, or safety education programs to organizations invited to apply, including fire departments, police departments, and emergency management organizations. Budget Impact: There is no cash match for this program Recommendation: It is recommended that City Council authorizes the City Manager to allow the Police Department approval to apply for Motiva's First Responders Grant, as discussed and/or outlined above. "Remember,we are here to serve the Citizens of Port Arthur" P.O. Box 1089 X Port Arthur,Texas 77641-1089 X 409.983.8101 X FAX 409.982.6743 P.R. No. 22722 JLH 07-28-2022 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ALLOW THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR THE MOTIVA FIRST RESPONDERS GRANT, WITH NO CASH MATCH. WHEREAS, Motiva First Responder Grant Program was developed to assist emergency response organization in communities that host Motiva Facilities; and WHEREAS, the program awards a grant up to $10, 000 for safety equipment, professional training, or safety education programs to organizations invited to apply; and WHEREAS, there is no cash match requirement for the grant . NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR: Section 1 . That the facts and opinions in the preamble are true and correct. Section 2 . The City Council authorizes the City Manager to allow the Police Department to apply for the Motiva First Responder Grant. Section 3 . That a copy of the caption of this resolution shall be spread upon the Minutes of the City Council. READ, ADOPTED AND APPROVED on this day of August, A. D. , 2022, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas, by the following vote: AYES: Mayor: Councilmembers : NOES : P.R. No. 22722 JLH 07-28-2022 Thurman Bill Bartie Mayor ATTEST: Sherri Bellard City Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: Val Tize o City Attorney APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION: G ) . k4- Ronald Burton Timothy W Duriso �i5( City Manager Chief of olice P.R. No. 22722 JLH 07-28-2022 EXHIBIT "A" 7/28/22, 12:48 PM Grants MOTI VA = (F)01 MOTIVA FIRST RESPONDER GRANT HOME GRANTS OUR PRIORITY At Motiva, safety is the heart of our operations . Related Links 2021 GRANT AWARDS EMAIL W-9 OR 501 (C) 3) LETTER MEDIA PERMISSION FORM CONTACT OUR COMMITMENT https://www.motiva.com/community/grants 1/5 7/28/22. 12.48 PM Grants Motiva First Responder Grant Program The Motiva First Responder Grant Program has been developed to assist emergency response organizations in communities that host Motiva facilities. The program is awarding grants of up to $10,000 for safety equipment, professional training, or safety education programs to organizations invited to apply, including fire departments, police departments, and emergency management organizations. If you think your organization qualifies for this grant, please contact us for consideration. Applications are accepted August 1 through October 31, 2022. Recipients can expect a funding decision approximately six weeks after the application deadline. Eligibility Applications for the Motiva First - Responder Grant Program are by invitation only. To be eligible to apply, your organization I .of ;: needs to fall into one of the �y ! qq !r`' 2 following categories: �yf+_�� �. • IRS 501(c)(3) designation ; '� or U.S. governmental '�• top.) subdivision (e.g., school or state hospital) - • Not-for-profit organization • Incorporated city, town, or municipality • First responder organization • A community that hosts a Motiva facility Motiva does not support the following types of funding requests: https://www.motiva.com/community/grants 2/5 7/28/22,12:48 PM Grants • Firearms and supplies, bulletproof vests,tasers, road signs, K-9, body cameras, recording devices, drones, and crowd control equipment • Individual sports or recreational events and/ or tournaments • Facility operating costs • Trips or tours for individuals or groups • Advocacy and lobby initiatives • Service or fraternal clubs Note:If your grant application is selected,you will be required to sign a release that will allow Motiva to use information about the grant award in company promotional materials. Requirements In order for your grant application to be considered, first responder organizations must: • Complete the Motiva grant application. • Provide a written estimate, quote or other supporting documentation. • Share a W-9 for your organization that includes the employer identification number (EIN). • Complete a signed media permission form (provided). • Organizations receiving funding are required to provide a final report summarizing how the grant helped increase community safety. This report is required for any future funding. Selection Criteria In determining eligibility for making a charitable donation, Motiva considers the following: • Status as a U.S. 501(c)(3) organization, such as a volunteer fire department, or municipal public safety organization engaged in emergency response activities • Direct impact or benefit to communities in the United States where Motiva has assets Requests Should Demonstrate https://www.motiva.com/community/grants 3/5 7/28/22,12:48 PM Grants • A lasting, measurable impact to the community and/or requesting organization • Direct benefit to the safety or preparedness of first responders and the surrounding community • Priority will be given to grants that help to ensure first responders are properly equipped and trained • Other funding received for purchase or plans for training with requested equipment, if applicable E-Service Portal BASECAMP EZ LOAD SAFETY DATA SHEETS SAP ARIBA THE FUEL ZONE Legal Questions Website Accessibility Contact Us Careers Privacy Policy News Releases Terms & Conditions Products and Services Fraud Alert https://www.motiva.com/community/grants 4/5 7/28/22,12:48 PM Grants MOTIVA 000 © 2020 Motiva Enterprises LLC 760 is a registered trademark owned by Phillips 66 Company Shell and the Shell Pecten are trademarks of Royal Dutch Shell Group. https://www.motiva.com/community/grants 5/5