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Council hears staff request to submit grant applications for extrication tools and child‑safety seats
Summary
The fire department requested council authorization to submit reimbursable grant applications to the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety for extrication tools, child car seats and related employee costs.
The fire department presented a request to submit grant projects to the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. Chief Jones described proposed grant items as extrication tools, child car seats and associated employee‑related expenses. Staff said the grants are reimbursable through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and that the department has included grant funding for these projects in the current budget.
Council members asked clarifying questions about the car‑seat program, noting car seats are frequently used and need replacement after crashes; one councilor said certified child‑seat technicians remain available at the fire station. Chief Jones said he would answer questions and staff stood ready to proceed with grant submission. The transcript does not record a formal council vote or final authorization during this session.
