Subject:
Title
Board Approval: Fire Protection, Rescue/Emergency Services, Vehicle Agreement, and Use of Space with Merritt Island Volunteer Fire Department
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Fiscal Impact:
$27,800 Annually
Dept/Office:
Public Safety Group: Brevard County Fire Rescue
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Board approve the combined Fire Protection, Rescue/Emergency Services, Vehicle and Use of Space Agreement with Merritt Island Volunteer Fire Department.
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Summary Explanation and Background:
On March 9, 1978, the County adopted Ordinance No. 78-07, which authorized the execution of an agreement with local volunteer fire departments for the providing of fire protection and rescue/emergency services within the unincorporated areas of Brevard County. The agreement with Merritt Island Volunteer Fire Department enables them to respond to calls for assistance when Brevard County Fire Rescue (BCFR) is unavailable or in need of additional support. The volunteers serve as a vital supplement to BCFR units and play an important role in its field operations.
For clarity in internal operations, Fire Rescue has combined the existing service, use of space and vehicle agreements into one document, with no significant changes to terms.
The five (5) year agreement shall terminate on September 30, 2030.
Clerk to the Board Instructions:
Please return one (1) agreement to Janine Ernst at Brevard County Fire Rescue.