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B2. Homeland Security Grant Acceptance312 I - Av-&Eat- - PO 13o-w 1997 - Kale,(,(., MT 5R903 TetZp4,o,,t, (406) 758 -7780 - Fa�w (406) 758 -779 9 &- w,atj, - Striving to Exceed Expectations' TO: Doug Russell, City Manager ✓�?� FROM: Roger Nasset, Chief of Police SUBJECT: Acceptance of FY2015 Homeland Security Grant MEETING DATE: November 2, 2015 BACKGROUND: The Kalispell Police Department has applied for, and received, a Homeland Security Grant through the Montana Department of Military Affairs Disaster and Emergency Services Division. This grant, in the amount of $59,599.50, is a 100% federal share and no matching funds are required. These grant funds are to be utilized for the purchase of a negotiator throw phone and a tactical robot (camera) for the Kalispell Police Department's Special Response Team. The request for a new negotiator throw phone is due to the current phone not being operationally dependable and limited in the needed capabilities for effective negotiations. The tactical robot is camera used to enhance the capabilities of law enforcement officers by allowing them to quickly and safely inspect dangerous situations without putting anyone in harm's way. The robot is a rugged, easy to use, remote controlled tool that allows officers the ability to visually clear rooms, identify threats, and/ or communicate with a subject from a safe distance. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the city council accept the FY2015 Homeland Security Grant in the amount of $59,599.50 for a negotiator throw phone and tactical robot. FISCAL EFFECTS: No local match required. Equipment purchases allowed through this grant will minimize the necessity to purchase this equipment through General Fund expenditures. This grant is included in the FY 15/16 KPD budget. ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by city council. ROGER NASSET, CHIEF OF POLICE