Subject:
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Modification to the BioWatch Program grant agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval by the County Administrator of the modified BioWatch Program grant agreement with the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
• This action provides an additional $179,853.00 supporting the existing BioWatch program.
• DHS will reimburse the County 100% of project costs. No County match required.
• Recipient’s signature is not required on the Agreement.
Grant agreement 06OHBIO00014-16-00 (formerly 2006-ST-091-000016), budget period ends April 30, 2022; funding is increased by $179,853.00.Body
Strategic Plan:
Ensure Public Health, Safety, and Welfare
2.1 Provide planning, coordination, prevention, and protection services to ensure a safe and secure community
Practice Superior Environmental Stewardship
3.3 Protect and improve the quality of our water, air, and other natural resources
Summary:
This amendment provides additional funding in the amount of $179,853.00 in support of the existing BioWatch Program. The grant funding is 100% reimbursable. There is no County match required.
Background/Explanation:
This project has been ongoing since 2003 and is subject to certain information security restrictions per DHS. All information is considered sensitive, but unclassified for official use only, and is not for public disclosure. Any public records requests made relating to this agreement should be directed to DHS.
Fiscal Impact:
This amendment increases funding by $179,853.00 for the project period May 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022. The grant provides 100% reimbursement of eligible costs. No County match is required.
This contract is consistent with the FY21 Adopted Budget and FY22 Proposed Budget Development for the Public Works Department, Environmental Management Division. No amendment will be needed.
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to approve this amended agreement is granted under Code Section 2-62(a)(1).
Staff Member Responsible:
Kelli Hammer Levy, Director, Public Works
Partners:
Department of Homeland Security
Attachments:
Notice of Award (Modified)
Grant Award History