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Chief explores FEMA grant to fund removable bollards for Main Street events
Summary
Chief Gary Copeland said he has begun researching removable bollards with flush‑mount sleeves and has spoken with a FEMA representative about whether a safety grant could cover roughly 100 posts at about $340 each; staff will also look into other grant options.
Chief Gary Copeland reported to the Village of Waynesville Public Works meeting that he has begun research into enhancing pedestrian safety during Main Street events. He said he has spoken with Jeff Martin, a Federal Emergency Management Agency representative, to determine whether removable bollards with flush‑mount sleeves would qualify for a FEMA safety grant.
Chief Copeland described an estimated need for 100 bollard posts with sleeves and cited an approximate unit cost of $340 per post; procuring 100 units at that unit price would be roughly $34,000 before installation, shipping, or related expenses. He also indicated there is a possibility of pursuing additional grant opportunities beyond FEMA.
The minutes record this as a research and planning step; no procurement decision, contract award, or formal funding commitment was recorded during the June 2 meeting.
