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Consider a memorandum/resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service.
SUMMARY
DATE: August 21, 2018
TO: Ronald L. Olson, City Manager
FROM: Brian Brank, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Memorandum of Understanding - Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) sponsors Texas Task Force 1 (TX-TF1) which responds to emergencies both State and Federal. Activities associated with the TX-TF1 include urban search and rescue (US&R), swift water, and training associated with each.
There are member participation requirements to ensure adequate training and technical skills. DSH/FEMA and TX-TF1 sponsored training and exercises are controlled and funded by DHS/FEMA and or TX-TF1. When actual deployments are declared TEEX will reimburse the deploying agency for incurred expenses including backfill authorizations.
As part of a deployment to other regions where devastating disasters have occurred TX-TF1 members save lives. Along with this important mission, there is a very important intrinsic value to Killeen’s citizens. By training Killeen Fire Department members in these technical skills, the citizens of Killeen will have skilled professionals locally ready to intervene in a local emergency.
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will remain in effect until October 31, 2023 from date of execution. Any party, upon 30 day written notice, may terminate this MOU.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
1. Not enter into the MOU with TEEX TX-TF1 - causes reduced emergency capabilities
2. Enter into the TEEX TX-TF1 MOU - recommended alternative
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
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2. It is best practice to have a MOU with TEEX TX-TF1 as this will increase local emergency response capabilities.
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
This Memorandum of Understanding is considered an Interlocal Agreement and conforms to city policy and state laws...
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