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Posted: February 09, 2023
Rapid City
Agenda Item Summary

Agenda Item Ref. #: LF021523 17

Agenda Item Title:

Authorize Staff to Apply for and Accept if Awarded a Homeland Security Program Grant in the amount of a total of $80,168.55 dollars

Origination Group:
Legal & Finance Committee
Origination Meeting Date:
02/15/2023
City Council Hearing Date:
02/21/2023
Petitioner:
Jim Gilbert, IT Director
Staff Contact:
Jim Gilbert, IT Director
Agenda Item Summary:
The South Dakota Office of Homeland Security provides grant funding through an application and award process to state agencies, law enforcement, counties, cities, tribes, schools and other agencies to protect and recover from acts of terrorism and catastrophic events. Homeland Security programming follows the framework of the National Preparedness Goal. Supported Homeland Security projects focus on: • Building protection capabilities across the state • Expanding regional collaboration • Strengthening interoperable communications • Improving capabilities to detect and respond to hazardous materials and other disasters More information can be found at https://dps.sd.gov/safety-enforcement/homeland-security/grants There is no match required for this program and any management fees will be paid from the IT Departments approved budget. This grant will be used to enhance the City of Rapid City’s cybersecurity posture to prevent attacks against our network including the public safety and water infrastructure.

Funding Source & Fiscal Impact (if applicable):

Funding Cost Center

Recommendations:

Origination Recommendation Action:
Approve

Attachments & Links to Download:

None

Published in 2023 - LF Agenda Items
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