Memorandum
REPORT TO:
City Commission
FROM:
James Short, Deputy Fire Chief
Josh Waldo, Fire Chief
SUBJECT:
Ratify the acceptance of the 2025 State Homeland Security Program, HazMat Sustainment Grant Award.
MEETING DATE:
October 6, 2026
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:
Grant
RECOMMENDATION:
Ratify the acceptance of the 2025 State Homeland Security Program, HazMat Sustainment Grant Award.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
BACKGROUND:
Bozeman Fire has been awarded this grant as a sub-recipient through the Montana State Disaster and Emergency Services Department for maintaining training and equipment for the response of the hazardous materials technician team. This grant was applied for in March of 2025, and the award was delayed, leading to a two and a half year performance period.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:
None
ALTERNATIVES:
As suggested by the City Commission.
FISCAL EFFECTS:
The Homeland Security SHSP Grant is for $80,000 over a two and a half year performance period. This grant has no requirement for a match from the local recipient.