Title
Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the approval of an Interlocal Agreement with the Killeen Independent School District for the Fire Academy program.
Summary
DATE: August 15, 2023
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Jim Kubinski, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Interlocal Agreement with KISD for Fire Academy program
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The City of Killeen Fire Department (KFD) partners with the Killeen Independent School District (KISD) to offer a four-semester program to prepare high school students to be qualified to meet the requirements for certification as a structural Firefighter and EMT in the State of Texas. All Firefighter and EMT classes will be conducted at Killeen Fire Department Training facilities, facilities contracted by the Killen Fire Department, or KISD Career Center as necessary. This agreement details the goals of the course as well as plans for transportation, conduct and appearance of students, grading, and program cost. This agreement shall terminate July 31, 2024, provided that the Agreement shall automatically renew annually from year to year for a period of five (5) years. All other terms are expressed in Part 7 of the Agreement.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
1: Do not approve the Interlocal Agreement between City of Killeen and KISD.
2: Approve the Interlocal Agreement between City of Killeen and KISD.
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
Killeen Fire Department recommends approval of the Interlocal Agreement between City of Killeen and KISD, renewed annually, for a period of five (5) years. This will accomplish the goal of increasing the diversity of the qualified local workforce in the fire service and provide education toward a career path in public service.
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
This Interlocal Agreement complies with state law and city policy.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
Estimated expenditure for FY 2024 will be approximately $45,000. However, KISD reimburses the Killeen Fire Academy to cover tuition, equipment, and personnel expenses for each student enrolled.
Is this a one-time or recurring expenditure?
Recurring expenditures
Is this expenditure budgeted?
Yes, funds are available in the General Fund Fire Department in the FY 2024 Proposed Budget.
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this expenditure?
Yes, upon approval of the FY 2024 Proposed Budget.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the approval of the Interlocal Agreement between The City of Killeen and Killeen Independent School District.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Fire
Finance
Legal
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Interlocal Agreement between City of Killeen and Killeen Independent School District