Subject:
Title
Resolution Re: Adoption of a Schedule of Rates and Charges for Hazardous Materials Special Operations Team, Standby Response, Fire Prevention and Inspection Rates.
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Fiscal Impact:
Proposed rate changes for Hazardous Material Response and Fire Prevention Fee Schedules include a three percent (3%) increase from the previous fiscal year, with adjustments rounded up to the nearest whole dollar. Additionally, Standby Response Fees will be updated in accordance with the most recent FEMA Schedule of Equipment and current labor rates, also rounded up to the nearest whole dollar.
Dept/Office:
Public Safety Group: Brevard County Fire Rescue
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the Annual Hazardous Materials Special Operation Team Schedule of Rates, Standby Response Rates, and the Fire Prevention and Inspection Special Rates for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2024.
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The proposed Schedule of Rates and Charges for the annual Hazardous Materials Response for FY 2024-2025 requests a three percent (3%) increase from the previous fiscal year, with adjustments rounded up to the nearest whole dollar. The Fire Prevention and Inspection rates for FY 2024-2025 reflect a three percent (3%) increase from the prior fiscal year, with adjustments rounded up to the nearest whole dollar. Additionally, the proposed adjustments to the Standby Response Rates are designed to align with the most current FEMA Schedule of Equipment and current labor rates, where applicable.
Clerk to the Board Instructions:
Please forward fully executed resolution to the Fire Rescue Department, Attn: Janine Ernst, with a copy to the County Attorney’s Office.