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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF A GRANT APPLICATION UNDER THE NEW YORK STATE DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY & EMERGENCY SERVICES (DHSES) - OFFICE OF INTEROPERABLE AND EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS 2024-2026 EMERGENCY SERVICES IP NETWORK (ESInet) READINESS GRANT PROGRAM
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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE PREPARATION OF A GRANT APPLICATION UNDER THE NEW YORK STATE DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY & EMERGENCY SERVICES (DHSES) - OFFICE OF INTEROPERABLE AND EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS 2024-2026 EMERGENCY SERVICES IP NETWORK (ESInet) READINESS GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services has announced a grant allocation program to support expenses related to the creation and operation of a fiber-optic cable-based network for public safety answer points (PSAPs); and
WHEREAS, the allocation for Sullivan County would total $689,655 to support ESInet readiness; and
WHEREAS, the County of Sullivan recognizes the importance of enhancing its 911 call delivery system, including fiber-optic infrastructure, network equipment, redundant facilities, backup power, and related eligible expenses that ensure reliable and resilient emergency communications; and
WHEREAS, Sullivan County is not required to provide any local cash or in-kind match in support of this grant allocation program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Sullivan County 911 is hereby authorized to prepare and file an application for funding unde...
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