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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApplicationPrint Application Page 1 of 32 Entire Application Preparer Information Preparer Information Prefix Mr. First Name Ruben Middle Initial Last Name Organization Name Address 1 City State Zip Business Phone Home Phone Mobile Phone/Pager 3055196113 Email rbargueiras a7ci,miami,fl.us Bargueiras City of Miami Department Fire Rescue 1151 NW 7 ST. 3RD FLOOR Miami Florida 33136 - 3054165430 Ext. • Is there a grant -writing fee associated with No the preparation of this request? if you answered yes above, what is the fee? $ - Are you the person to be contacted on matters involving this application? Yes If yes, please specify: Primary Contact Print Application Contact Information • Primary Contact Information • Title Chief Prefix Mr. - First Name Ruben Middle Initial - Last Name Bargueiras • Business Phone 3054165430 Ext. -Home Phone 3054165430 Ext. Mobile Phone/Pager 3055196113 Fax -Email rbargueiras@ci.miami.fl.us • Title Prefix • First Name Middle Initial Alternate Contact Information Director, Grants Administratio N/A Robert • Last Name Ruano • Business Phone 3054161532. Ext. •Home Phone 305-416-1532 Ext. Mobile Phone/Pager Fax 305-416-1505 •Email rruano@miamigov.com Page 2 of 32 Print Application Page 3 of 32 Applicant Information EMW-2006-FP-01822 Originally submitted on 01/12/2007 by Ruben Bargueiras (Userid: rduren) Contact Information: Address: 1151 NW 7 ST. 3RD FLOOR City: Miami State: Florida Zip: 33136 Day Phone: 3054165430 Evening Phone: Cell Phone: 3055196113 Email: rbargueiras@ci.miami.fl.us Application number is EMW-2006-FP-01822 • Organization Name • Type of Applicant If other, please enter the type of Applicant - Are you a Fire Department? If yes, what type of department do you represent? If you answered combination, above, what :s the percentage of career members in your organization? • Are you a non -fire based EMS? • Type of community served? • Employer Identification Number • What is your DUNS Number? City of Miami Department of Fire Rescue Fire Department Yes Career No Urban 59-6000375 072220791 The Miami Fire Rescue Department serves the City of Miami, located in Southeast Florida, in Miami -Dade County on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Miami Fire Rescue is composed of two branches: the Operations and Administration. The department's 14 stations and 650 fire professionals respond to over 80,000 calls annually, 500 of which are arson related. The department inspects over 40,000 commercial and residential properties annually. In addition to responding to fires, the Miami Fire Rescue also operates_ the following programs: Free Blood Pressure tests; CERT Miami which educates citizens on disaster recovery; Elder Links a safety net for our elders in need of social assistance; Fire Explorers Program mentoring young adults; and AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) dictribution. Print Application Page 4 of 32 Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has become the largest municipality in Miami -Dade County. Miami attracts diverse immigrants, resulting in a large Hispanic, Caribbean and European population. According to the 2000 U.S. census, the City has a 60% Hispanic population, a 22.3% African -American population, 11.9 % White/other population, 7% Asian and 2% native American population. The city's unrivaled diversity (50% are foreign -born) also creates language barriers since 70% of the population speak a language other than English at home. Since 2000, the city has remained in the top ten most impoverished communities in the nation with a poverty rate of 28.5%; only 16% have a bachelor's degree; and 70% of all Miami -Dade Public School graduates enter retail jobs after graduation. Impoverished residents with language barriers do not comprise the total picture of the City of Miami. Miami has long been an industrial and transportation hub. produce processing, and shipping processing operations in the nation. Every foreign country has a Please describe your organization and/or community that you serve consulate in Miami, as well as headquarters for many corporate, law and banking institutions. The same qualities that attract these businesses and define Miami's economy also make it vulnerable. As identified by the Department of Homeland Security, Miami is at risk of terrorist threats due to the combination of its ports, airports, and access by sea. Miami's residential makeup has changed dramatically in the past five years. Miami's reputation in the eighties and nineties as a dangerous and impoverished community led to neglect of its neighborhoods by landlords, resulting in improperly built or maintained structures. Many landlords took shortcuts when building the structures, improperly insulating whole blocks of shops or installing inadequate wiring. These are slowly making way for condo developments, which has its own fire safety challenges. Over 22,254 condo units were under construction in 2006, most in buildings over 50 stories. This is in contrast to the 15,525 units developed since 1995. An additional 29,558 condo units have been approved by city commissioners for 2007. Accessing these new developments in the event of a fire has nnrnvpn difficult. as some of the Print Application Page 5 of 32 developments are not mapped, or do not have lockboxes to let firefighters in. Within 55 square miles the City of Miami Fire Rescue routinely responds to incidents that can range from repeat arsons in the Little Havana commercial district, residential fires due to faulty wiring, fires in factories storing chemicals or office and retail store fires. The range of potential fire hazards requires extensive training and maintenance of a wide variety of fire fighting tools. Miami Fire Rescue seeks to reduce these hazards by undertaking fire prevention projects targeted to address key challenges and threats. Through the support of the Fire Prevention and Safety Grant, Miami Fire Rescue could improve the safety of its firefighters, tourists, businesses and residents who call Miami home. In recent years, the City of Miami has experienced an unprecedented building boom and skyrocketing property values. City neighborhoods such as Little Havana, which very recently were considered neglected and poor, are now attracting private investors in record numbers. Developers recognize the opportunities in these neighborhoods because of their close proximity to downtown Miami. These developments have had a number of effects that have precipitated increased demands on Miami Fire Rescue, particularly a sharp increase of commercial and residential properties to be inspected and a sharp increase in arson activity. Project I: Arson Prevention and Investigation It may be possible that this massive development is a contributing factor in the 25% increase of incendiary fires being experienced in these City of Miami communities. Development of formerly impoverished neighborhoods can generate frustration of residents being gentrified out of their neighborhoods, gang activity or "profit motivated" arson. In 50% of the arsons set in 2006, the Fire Investigation Unit believes that gang activity was a primary driver. For 10% of arson fires, the Fire Investigation Unit believes that profit motivation prompted the arsonist, as prime real estate is more attractive and easy to sell without neglected structures and run-down rental i _• mitt. •.n ^renn ron ha Print Application Page 6 of 32 • Please describe your organizations need for Federal financial assistance, used many different ways including, fraud to liquidate property, parcel clearance, and competition. This crime is usually well planned and methodical, and the crime scene demonstrates a more organized style because it contains Tess physical evidence that would identify the offender. It also involves more sophisticated incendiary devices. In the past, the fire and police departments worked arson investigations hand in hand, with the police department conducting the criminal investigation and apprehending the suspect. However, Miami Police involvement has diminished over the years to the point where now the Miami Fire Department is the leading investigative agency. Project II: Firefighter Safety City of Miami Fire Inspectors are highly specialized firefighters and fire investigators. Fire Inspectors provide the front line of fire response information. Annually, Fire Inspectors inspect over 40,000 different residential and commercial properties, with a staff of thirty Fire Inspectors. This information is currently documented in the field in longhand hardcopy, which is then typed upon return to the home office. In so doing, they identify issues and hazards before they become a danger, provide a database of information to firefighters responding to any emergency, handle citizen's complaints and referrals from other agencies. With an additional 29,558 condo units planned, the number of inspections for these inspectors could increase by 50%. However, the budget for this unit will not increase. Thus, the unit must become more efficient with the human resources that it has. This requires increased technology, which, while expensive, is less expensive than increased staffing. The increased burdens on both units require that the fire department equip itself with state of the art inspection, investigative and surveillance tools. Currently 20% of arson investigations are considered unassigned due to the lack of technology to properly investigate these fires, while nearly half of code violations are not able to be examined a second time for compliance due to the lack of resources. The support of the Fire prp\ipntinn prig gafpty orant would provide Print Application Page 7 of 32 • What is the permanent resident population of your Primary/First- Due Response Area orjurisdiction served? Headquarters Physical Address - Physical Address 1 Physical Address 2 • City • State • Zip Mailing Address • Mailing Addressl Mailing Address2 • City • State Zip Account information • Type of bank account • Bank routing number - 9_digit number on the bottom left hand corner of your check -Your account number Additional Information • This fiscal year, are you receiving Federal funding from any other grant program for the same purpose for which you are applying for this grant? This fiscal year, are you receiving Federal funding from any other grant program regardless of purpose? Is the applicant delinquent on anyfederal debt? If you answered yes to any of the additional questions above, please provide an explanation in the space provided below: a critical increase in the technological capacity of both the Inspection and Arson Units in serving the needs of this urban community. 376215 Note: If you are not a fire department or EMS organization. you may enter a zero. 444 SW 2 Av Miami Florida 33130 - 1910 444 SW 2 Av ATTN Fire Rescue Miami Florida 33130 - 1910 Checking 063000021 2696204833948 No No No Print Application Page 8 of 32 Request Information • 1. Select one of the choices listed below. You can apply for a maximum of 3 projects within an activity. (If you modify your selection, you will lose data entered under the original activity.) Program Name Fire Prevention and Safety Request Details The number of projects and cost for the activity Fire Prevention and Safety are listed in the table below. Activity Fire Prevention and Safety View Project Number of Projects 2 Project Information *1. Project Arson Detection/Prevention *If you selected other, above, please specify n/a Total Cost $ 199,418 Children under 14 Adults over 65 *2. Who is the target audience for the planned project? Firefighters High risk group *3. What is your estimated size of the target audience? 376215 How was this target audience determined? Briefly describe method used (required if selected other than "None of the above" above) `4. Does your proposal include partnerships? (i.e. Fire Departments, community organizations or national/state/local organizations) Informal Assessment MFR bases the target audience based on the residents that are impacted by arsons and the firefighters and arson investigators that serve them, totalling to the US Census determined total population for Miami. Yes Miami Fire Rescue will coordinate with the Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF-Federal): State Fire Marshal's Office (State); Miami Police Department, If you answered Yes to question 4 above, please specify housing associations (Little Havana and Little the partner(s): Haiti), chambers of commerce (Miami Chamber of Commerce and Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce), end community groups such as the Cuban American National Council. '5. Is it the applicant's intention to continue delivering this Yes Print Application Page 9 of 32 *6. Will your organization periodically evaluate the projects Yes impact on the community? If you answered Yes to question 6 above, please specify: Miami Fire Re"scue will track the following information to document the impact on the community: 1) Total number of arson cases: The Fire Investigation Unit will document the number of cases to see if a reduction of cases is experienced. 2) Reduction of undetermined arson cases: The Fire Investigation Unit will document the number of undetermined arson cases to ascertain whether a decrease is experienced. *7. In the space provided below, please provide a brief synopsis of the proposed project: The Miami Fire Rescue Department's Fire Investigation Unit is a four person investigative unit currently operating with limited equipment. MFR's Fire Investigation unit seeks to address its need for proper illumination, night vision cameras, inability to detect oxygen/toxic/flammable substances, lack of technical support to input or retrieve information on potential previous arsons at the site, inability to investigate elevated arson sites, inability to document digitally arson scenes or use this information to create room diagrams for analysis and interrogation. Currently, each arson investigator has a kit to conduct rudimentary investigations, however, the ability to conduct preliminary analysis that additional equipment would afford would greatly improve our efficacy. *8. In the space provided below, please explain the experience you have in managing the type of project you are proposing: MFR has an excellent record in program completion and performance. MFR has been trusted with grants awards such as Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) or Public Access Defibrillation Demonstration Program (PADDP) among others. All of these grants have been in compliance with the proposed activities and grant agreements. *9. The narrative portion of the application should contain supporting information that allows for evaluation of this project. If you are applying for a grant in the Fire Prevention and Safety Activity, your Narrative Statement must address the following: • A description of the vulnerability or risk that will be addressed with this project. Provide information regarding the determination of the vulnerability/risk and the targeted population. • A brief description of the implementation plan and methods that to be used to reach the target audience, and how the applicant will carry out the plan. • An explanation of any partnerships with other organizations or groups that would enhance the development or delivery of the project. (if additional space is needed to support the response from question #4 above) • A discussion of how an evaluation of the effectiveness of the project and measurable goals are incorporated into the project or program. • Describe the relationship of the benefits derived from the project as compared with the costs incurred directly through the delivery of the project. The costs associated with the project must be reasonable for the target audience. • If the program will be sustained beyond the grant performance period, list how this may be accomplished. • Include any further information you feel the reviewers may need to provide you with a fair and comprehensive evaluation. Keep in mind that the evaluation of your application will also be based on a clear understanding of your proposal, your ability to meet the objectives of the program, and your probability of su-r-ocefully deliverin^, vDur project to the population targeted. You need to fully explain how the funds will be used to accomplish the goals of your project. To that end be sure to include descriptions/justification for all budgeted items - items not justified rn ' disalinwed. Print Application Page 10 of 32 Your narrative may not exceed five pages of text. You may either type your project narrative in the space provided below or create the text in your word processing system and then copy it into the space provided below. Images and attachments are not allowed. NEED: Miami Fire Rescue Fire Investigation Unit seeks funding from the Fire Safety and Prevention grant to bring the unit up to industry standards will enable the unit to greatly increase its investigative capability to catch and deter arsons in the city of Miami. The Fire Investigation is woefully under -equipped due to budget restrictions to digitally document arson scenes for analysis and comparison, to reach the site of the arson if on elevated ground and to download real time information on potential suspects being interviewed at the scene. This makes arson prevention and education efforts, such as educating small business owners and the public about arson profiles difficult because of the lack of documented evidence; the incidence of these fires have been rising. For some time, Fire Investigations attempted to workaround the lack equipment by working with other departments, such as the Miami Police Department. Since 2004, MPD participation dwindled as their resources were reduced. Recent efforts have been made to reconnect and partner with Miami Police Department, particularly in the case of serial arsons, however, interoperability and coordination has taken some time. MFR serves a population that has the routine hazards of any community. However, many of the residents and workers in the city are made vulnerable either due to poverty or language barriers. The reputation of Miami as a crime -ridden municipality resulted in neglect, disrepair or disregard of building codes. Consequently, many residences or commercial buildings are hazardous for their occupants. In Miami, 28% of residents are considered impoverished; their lack of resources also restricts their ability to repair their homes from hurricanes, maintain their homes, or purchase fire prevention equipment such as smoke detectors or sprinklers. Further, many residents, corning from other countries may not be accustomed to standard American practices for fire- proofing their home. Finally language barriers also prove problematic when responding to fires or educating the public, increasing response time if translations are needed. Miami's reputation has been changing, however, and real estate development has exploded. This influx of investments and construction projects has directly impacted the Fire Investigation Unit's scope of work. Prior to this year, the Fire Investigation's Unit investigations were typically residential (owners setting fires to renovate their homes, youth retaliation), with a few commercial targets (insurance fraud attempts). In 2006, Fire Investigation has seen a rise in arsons in the most impoverished neighborhoods: Little Haiti, Wynwood, Little Havana, Allapattah and South Coconut Grove. The increase in types of fires have fallen into some general categories such as gang related, profit motivated, and car arsons. Little Havana's commercial establishments in particular have been hit hard by a serial arsonist. These businesses are Tong -established profitable commercial ventures, but may not have insurance and were completely destroyed by these fires. A total of twelve such fires have been set in 2006, damaging acres of the business district of Little Havana. The Fire Investigation Unit has been able to identify that these are indeed purposeful fires, however, due to a lack of clear motive and ability to conduct sophisticated analysis or surveillance, there have been no arrests. The other neighborhoods are frequent sites for dumping grounds of stolen cars and garbage fires, which reached up to thirty such fires this year Fire Investigations also suspects that the arsons might be gang or profit driven. There has been an escalation of gang activity as gangs from other communities establish roots in Miami. The motivation for these arsons has been difficult to ascertain because the Fire Investigation Unit has been limited by a lack of investigative equipment and real-time connections to other fire departments across the country. The boom in real estate development may motivate some to destroy blighted properties on potentially valuable land. There are some cases that the Fire Investigation Unit suspects of falling into this category, however, without the technological capability to properly document compare and investigate the small clues that lead to arrests, these cases are documented as unassigned. Arsonists are predatory and create violence and destruction in a vulnerable populace. With the ability to properly investigate, document, analyze and compare arsons, the Fire Investigation unit can profile arsonists and promote arson awareness in the vulnerable communities in order to increase reporting of suspicious activity and arrests. IMPLE! 1EN'TATION The MFR Fire Investigation unit plans to launch intensive investigation and anti -arson education efforts if funded by the FP&S grant. MFR will hegin with the purchase much needed tools and equipment. The equipment will offer the Fire Investia;-;.runt the ability to have the appr-.aria',, tools - ter-'- nological capability to ,.,,;duct a Print Application Page 11 of 32 Department in combining the best of investigation tools and the technological capability to document, compare, and retrieve data that will advance the investigation on site. The tools and equipment will ensure that every Arson Investigator is fully prepared for the variety of investigation scenes that they will encounter and that profiles of arsonists can begin to be developed. Once the Fire Investigations Unit has begun developing profiles of the behaviors of the arsonists, particularly serial arsonists, they will work with business owners or local residents, or both, to educate them and inform them of the methods they can use to report possible arson activity. The implementation plan and methods is as follows: Task 1: Purchase tools and equipment. --Surveillance Equipment: MFR has a number of suspects that evidence could be gathered on if there were enough information. The following equipment will help in these cases and those of serial arsonists striking the same areas. 1) Surveillance Camera -Thermal Units -To enhance night surveillance and magnification for night operations and Fire Scene investigations, such as the multiple fires in Little Havana. 2) Surveillance Camera Night vision - Bi-focal (see justification above) --Scene Inspection Equipment: MFR currently has to rely on MFR fire trucks to provide support for nighttime inspections. Acquiring this equipment would make the inspections self-sustaining. 1. Illuminating Equipment Nova-lite -- Illuminate the fire scene and energize any electrical equipment used for fire and explosion scene investigations 2. Crowcon Tetra Multi -Gas Monitor -- Personal monitor for oxygen, toxic and flammable gases, during on scene fire and explosion investigation, training and education. 3. Laptop computers (with wireless and memory)-- An on board mobile Wireless capabilities in the field would enhance on scene investigations, origin and cause determination and fire and explosions scene reconstruction configuration 4. Telescoping Ladder-- For investigating elevated surfaces above ground level, supporting weaken roof areas, fence bridge over obstructed areas. 5. Telesteps Ladder carrying bag-- Telestep accessories for carrying ladder 6. Air cards— Allow access to intra & internet from a remote location, etc. Fire scene. Training & education 7. Digital cameras-- Cannon w/lens digital eos rebel xti To enhance detailed capabilities of on scene photography using the latest technology by industry standards. 8. Digital Cameras flash 580ex E-TTL II $800.00--Accessories to light up the subject 9. Cannon Battery pack-5 X cp-e3-$700.00--Accessories: battery for flash 10. CAMCORDER 2 CANNON ZR-700 $860.00 --To enhance motion video detailed capabilities of on scene interview and interrogations, and training and education, and photography using the latest technology by industry standards. 11. Camcorder light kit-- Bescor klx-624d --Accessories for camcorder 12. Camcorder shoe mount adapter-- Bescor vb-50-- Accessories for camcorder 13. Camcorder SD card-- Kingston elite pro SD-1 GB-- Accessories for camcorder 14. USB flash drive-- Sony 4GB micro vault turbo-- Accessories for video camcorder 15. DVD burner--Imagemaestro pro-- To enhance capability to produce and share data and images for intra / inter department agencies. 16. Card reader-- GGi usb 2.0-- Transfer data from video and digital camera to file / computer 17. Bushnell Binocular-- Binocular 8x32 digital camera-- During surveillance operations for monitoring scene and photographing Suspects during criminal activity fro referencing at a later date. 18. Laser Measure-- Hiti Laser Range Meter PD30--Measuring the fire scenes for field diagram and sketches, used for computer modeling for width, height, and depth, Origin and Cause determination, and training and education. 19. Solidtek digimemo L2 Digital notepad-- S144-1032 notepad-- To directly input fire/explosion scenes data into the computer for court room diagram presentations. 20. Solidtek digimemo L2 Digital notepad-- pf200 leather case-- Accessories case to store sketch pad I csK 2: Purchase interoperab.ilit\' softv.a"e and wireless services for mobile laptop units. Create website tv take anonymous tips (inkind) arrrr f� rAr!s)rA tprmineri GASP Print Application Page 12 of 32 Toad. Task 4: Develop profile of arsonists Task 5: Work with MPD and the neighborhood offices of the city to distribute flyers throughout the community (inkind) and contact affected homeowners or commercial business owners. Task 6: Now equipped Investigators conduct surveillances independently and in lead interdepartmental investigations with MPD to observe the sites of frequent arsons and the comings and goings of individuals there. This Multi -Agency Taskforce has had some success in high profile cases, however the intent of this project would be to stop arsonists before they become high profile. Also, given MPD's increasingly restricted resources reduce their participation as well. However, they will work with MFR to conduct public education concerning any findings of the Fire Investigation Unit. PARTNERSHIPS These tasks will be supported by MFR partnerships, particularly the ATF, State Fire Marshal and MPD departments. Given the criminal nature of these crimes their participation is critical in arresting suspects. Often MFR provides the critical information that enables these entities to conduct raids and make arrests. As mentioned above, they also provide avenues for communicating information to the community about the arsons, arsonists and where they can report suspicious activity. EVALUATION: Fire Investigations anticipates that the project will meet the following goals: 1. Goal 1: Improve investigation capability -METHOD -Fire Investigation will purchase the items listed in the budget that will improve its capability within the first quarter. Outcomes: --i.e. Purchase equipment --1.b. Reduction in undetermined arson cases --1.c. Increase in arrests; these may be fraud or criminal mischief and not only arsons. 2. Go& 2: Improve community safety -METHOD -through its higher profile, more intensive investigations and outreach to the community by holding a community meeting after an arson has occurred (a new practice under this grant) Fire Investigation will improve the likelihood of catching arsonists, resident reporting and deter would- be arsonists. MFR will work with MPD and NET offices to create posters and an anonymous reporting website. Outcomes: --2.a. Reduction in number of arsons, annually (serial and -arson for profit) --2.b. Increase in arson tips, annually 3. Goal 3: Improve public awareness about arsons -METHOD -working with community partners, Fire Investigation will disseminate profile information and general anti -arson fact sheets to affected community members. Fire Investigation will also be available to do presentations for these groups to better educate their constituencies. - -3.1 Increase in arson tips - -3.2 Reduction in time releasing arson profiles. Reduction in time between posting of information and influx of tips. COST BENEFIT Arson destroys not only the homes and livelihoods of its victims but has a ripple effect in the community. Speedier and more accurate investigation can only benefit the Miami community. When one business is destroyed, all its employees, suppliers, customers and taxes are eliminated. When serial arsonists are in action, the economic impact quickly spirals into the millions. In 2006 alone, MFR Arson unit estimates that the serial arsonist in Little Havana has cost the city $10 million dollars and its victims, everything. The $214,732 requested from FP&S has the potential impact of averting tens of millions in arson related costs annually. This project is not a one-time, one-shot purchase, but replaces the equipment and efforts Fire Investigations Unit has been able to cobble together to barely meet the community needs with a fully equipped unit that will sustain fire investigation efforts for five years, totaling a potential impact of $10 million saved. SUSTAINING ACTIVITIES MFR intends to standardize the process of investigation, profiling and public awareness so critical to stopping serial arsonists early. These purchases provide primary support for sustaining the project, since MFR already 7 • •' - r nt r.nmrni'nitw nartners. Therefore, Print Application Page 13 of 32 sustaining this project will require mainly maintenance of the equipment and continued production of public information materials. The MFR Fire Investigation Unit has estimated projected costs and is committed to using its budget to maintain the quality and relevancy of the equipment for inspections as well as the human resources needed to connect and maintain partnerships critical to arson education. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The number of arsons committed annually will have a direct economic impact on residents and business owners. Not only are the victims are impacted, but rising insurance costs also will occur as a result of unstopped arson activity, a burden many cannot bear financially. Such an increase will also deter businesses to invest in Miami, a city desperately in need of economic vitality. Budget Item *Item Surveillance Camera -Thermal Units *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units 4 (Whole number only) Cost per unit $ 7500 (Whole dollar amounts only) Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (Le. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item 'Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item 'Item *Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs. number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs number of ^."feet; ostdoys'aite'loees =udge` ius fication should C€ included it the project narrative. 4 MSA Evolution 5200 HD2 Surveillance Camera-Nightvision Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 5500 (Whole dollar amounts only) Bi-focal night vision cameras (non -recording) Illuminating Equipment Equipment 2 (Whole number only) $ 3840 (Whole dollar amounts only) Nova-Iite Print Application Page 14 of 32 *Item *Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units " Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item *Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units " Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetingsldayslattendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item "Item `Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units " Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item "Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further ClarClcatior or. +,fie Costs pie persrorinet costs' number of hoursirate/staff: or meeting costs. number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Multi -Gas Monitor Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 1062 (Whole dollar amounts only) TET-01 ABCD Telescoping Ladder Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 300 (Whole dollar amounts only) Telesteps Type 1A - 12'.5" Telesteps Ladder carrying bag Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 45 (Whole dollar amounts only) carry bag Laptop computers (with wireless and memory) Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 2600 (Whole dollar amounts only) Dell xps rr.1710 computers with prnclii--o-riS Print Application Page 15 of 32 Budget Item 'Item Air cards 'Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space 10 the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 4 (Whole number only) $ 650 (Whole dollar amounts only) supporting wireless capabilities Budget Item *Item Laptop computers memory *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units ` Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (Le. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 4 (Whole number only) $ 225 (Whole dollar amounts only) 2 GB ddr2 sdram at 667mhz Budget Item `Item Digital cameras 'Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units ' Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 4 (Whole number only) $ 275 (Whole dollar amounts only) Cannon w/lens digital eos rebel xti Budget Item Item Digital Cameras flash 'Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify ' Number of units Cost per unit The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/d?vsiattendees). Budget justification 4 (Whole number only) $ 400 (Whole dollar amounts only) 580ex speedlite e-ttl II Print Application Page 16 of 32 Budget Item `Item Cannon Battery pack *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 5 (Whole number only) $ 140 (Whole dollar amounts only) CP-e3 Budget Item *Item Compact flash cards *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 1 (Whole number only) $ 1200 (Whole dollar amounts only) GB X 8 Extreme III Budget Item 'Item CAMCORDER *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify • Number of units • Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used 10 provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item 2 (Whole number only) $ 430 (Whole dollar amounts only) CANNON ZR-700 Camcorder light kit *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units Cost per unit rlocrri ptlon The space tc the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff: or meeting, costs: number of meetings/days/attendees ). Budget justification 4 (Whole number only) $ 100 (Whole dollar amounts only) Bescor klx-624d Print Application Page 17 of 32 Budget Item 'Item 'Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Camcorder shoe mount adapter Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 10 (Whole dollar amounts only) Bescor vb-50 Budget Item *Item Camcorder SD card "Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 8 (Whole number only) $ 25 (Whole dollar amounts only) Kingston elite pro SD-1GB Budget Item "Item USB flash drive "Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units Cost per unit Description The space lo the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (Le. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff: or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 4 (Whole number only) $ 150 (Whole dollar amounts only) Sony 4GB micro vault turbo Budget Item *Item DVD burner 'Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units " Cost per unit "ne space to the rign; car. be usec to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hoursirate/staff, or meeting costs: number of meetinass/days/atler,dees) Budges justification 2 (Whole number only) $ 300 (Whole dollar amounts only) Imagemaestro Pro Print Application Page 18 of 32 Budget Item `Item Card reader *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 5 (Whole number only) $ 30 (Whole dollar amounts only) GGI usb 2.0 Budget Item `item Bushnell Binocular *Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify " Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees), Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. 4 (Whole number only) $ 400 (Whole dollar amounts only) Binocular 8x32 digital carnera Budget Item `Item Laser Measure `Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (ie. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item 'Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify • Number of units " Cost per unit Desc lion Tne soaoe to the right can be used to f•roviae fu^her clarification on the costs (i e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification 4 (Whole number only) $ 210 (Whole dollar amounts only) Hiti Laser Range Meter PD30 Solidtek digimemo L2 Digital notepad Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 150 (Whole dollar amounts only) 4 X S144-1032 notepad Print Application Page 19 of 32 Budget Item 'Item *Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. View Project Solidtek digimemo L2 Digital notepad Equipment 4 (Whole number only) $ 55 (Whole dollar amounts only) PF200 leather case *1. Project 'If you selected other, above, please specify Project Information Firefighter Safety *2. Who is the target audience for the planned project? *3. What is your estimated size of the target audience? - How was this target audience determined? Briefly describe method used (required if selected other than "None of the above" above) "4. Does your proposal include partnerships? (i.e. Fire Departments, community organizations or national/state/local organizations) If you answered Yes to question 4 above, please specify the partner(s): `5. Is it the applicant's intention to continue delivering this program after the grant year? "6. Will your organization periodically evaluate the projects impact on the community? if . answered es est!x_ a:..:e.:;iease spec t.)' Children under 14 Adults over 65 Firefighters High risk group 376215 Informal Assessment MFR bases the target audience based on the residents that are impacted by fire safety and the firefighters that serve them, totaling to the US Census determined total population for Miami. Yes The partnerships will be with in the Fire Department and the City's other Departments: Building Department, Code Enforcement, Neighborhood Enhancement Teams (NET), Miami Police. Yes Yes MFR v'W we ccnductin^ c.;JaiitatR'e and q ni sti\'e evaluation: 1) Increase in number of buildings receiving secondary inspections to ensure code infractions Print Application Page 20 of 32 2) Increase in the amount of data captured in inspection 3) Increase in number of Target Hazards identified 4) Increase in useage of inspection database by Emergency Response Division (firefighters) 5) Satisfaction Survey *7. In the space provided below, please provide a brief synopsis of the proposed project: With the limited investment in lap top computers and printers the Fire Inspectors will be able to significantly do their inspections on site.By capturing the information from building inspections electronically, a real time database accessible to citizens and city departments would be available.Businesses will benefit from having building inspection results in writing immediately. Inspectors will have all the information on a building at their finger tips for addressing unsafe conditions. The business owner will be able to view any violations and get an explanation from the inspector on how to correct the violations thus making the building safer for the occupants and increasing the likelihood of the violations being remedied prior to firefighters encountering the building in an emergency. `8. In the space provided below, please explain the experience you have in managing the type of project you are proposing: MFR has an excellent record in program completion and performance. MFR has been trusted with grants awards such as Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) or Public Access Defibrillation Demonstration Program (PADDP) among others. All of these grants have been in compliance with the proposed activities and grant agreements. *9. The narrative portion of the application should contain supporting information that allows for evaluation of this project. If you are applying for a grant in the Fire Prevention and Safety Activity, your Narrative Statement must address the following: • A description of the vulnerability or risk that will be addressed with this project. Provide information regarding the determination of the vulnerability/risk and the targeted population. • A brief description of the implementation plan and methods that to be used to reach the target audience, and how the applicant will carry out the plan. • An explanation of any partnerships with other organizations or groups that would enhance the development or delivery of the project. (if additional space is needed to support the response from question #4 above) • A discussion of how an evaluation of the effectiveness of the project and measurable goals are incorporated into the project or program. • Describe the relationship of the benefits derived from the project as compared with the costs incurred directly through the delivery of the project. The costs associated with the project must be reasonable for the target audience. • If the program will be sustained beyond the grant performance period, list how this may be accomplished. • Include any further information you feel the reviewers may need to provide you with a fair and comprehensive evaluation. Keep in mind that the evaluation of your application will also be based on a clear understanding of your proposal, your ability to meet the objectives of the program, and your probability of successfully delivering your project to the population targeted. You need to fully explain how the funds will be used to accomplish the goals of your project. To that end be sure to include descriptions/justification for all budgeted items - items not justified may be disallowed. Your narrative may not exceed five paces of text. You may either type your project narrative in the space provided below or create the text in your word processing system and then copy it into the space provided below. Images and attachments are not ailowed. VULNERABILITY Print Application Page 21 of 32 which decisions on firefighting strategy are made. Without this information, firefighters make assumptions that the buildings are relatively safe when responding to fires. Unfortunately this is often not the case, as the Inspection Unit's inspection caseload far exceeds the resources of 30 people. Making 40,000 inspections a year is a goal MFR has consistently attained. However, the second inspection wherein hazards identified by the first inspection ought to be remedied are more difficult to complete. A large part of each inspectors time is taken up with the tedious process. First, the inspector receives a list of properties and begins their inspections. Each property inspected has a report completed in longhand at the site. Then the inspector returns to the department to enter the information again into an online database. This process reduces the number of inspections that can be completed by inspectors on a daily basis. With a 10% building increase projected for 2007, the Inspection Unit does not foresee these inspections decreasing. The simple provision of technology will provide critical assistance to an under -equipped unit and provide fire prevention services to firefighters and citizens alike. Improving this process is critical as the increase in value of land properties has led to an increase of illegal building strategies. Illegal apartments, lofts, electrical wiring, and access provide hazards to the resident, and often indicative of a property that will be prone to fire emergencies. ERD cannot currently access the fire inspection reports in real time, however, if they did, there is a strong chance that they would find a number of hazards that would not be addressed due to the lack of ability to inspect these buildings a second time. These violations are not just safety violations, but hazard violations, meaning that they are risks to firefighters. Further, within 55 square miles Miami has a surprising diversity of hazards, from chemicals transported on trains, a port, factories, petroleum contamination, illegal apartments, hospitals, residential foster homes and fabrication plants. Given Miami's nightlife, bar checks are critical to avoid overcrowding or illegal operations. Inspection information is critical in giving firefighters enough information to access and make sound decisions to save the residents of Miami and their property. With improved technology provided under this funding, Inspection anticipates improving not only the number of inspections, but the kinds of information that will be included: location of hydrants, access into the building, gas and water access inside the building, shutoff sites as well as the different violations to anticipate. Given the high number of individuals with language barriers, economic challenges and the overall youth of the population, quick decision making during fire emergencies is critical. This project.will ensure that fires are prevented, if possible and when they occur, that they are mitigated with the utmost safety. IMPLEMENTATION Under the management of a lead Inspector, MFR will achieve the overall goal of improving inspections to ensure firefighter and citizen safety. The overarching process will require purchasing of the equipment, evaluation of current processes, reworking of the processes, testing for technological interoperability and tracking the inspection performance. Task I: Equipment Purchase -The Equipment listed in the budget is the straightforward and critical to our operations. Laptop computers -These computers will offer two functions: 1) entering inspection information thereby increasing inspector efficiency 2) uploading and downloading information for real time access for reinspections. This also includes uploading photos into the database to better orient subsequent inspectors or others who may need the information. Digital Cameras -These cameras will allow inspectors to take photos of infractions to include so that specific inspections can be completed by subsequent inspectors more efficiently. Portable Printer ( with battery and USB cable for portability )-The printer will allow inspectors to print out reports to give to business owners immediately upon completing the inspection rather than mailing it to them after the manual input of information back at the MFR offices. Office photo color printers -These printers will offer the ability to print out the photos of infractions for other departments who may need the violation information as well, such as Building, Code Enforcement and NET offices. This will leverage MFR's resources in having these department's inspectors also utilizing MFR's in.f•rmation as it will Increase the sc'utiny and safety Printer cartridges' for potable printers Print Application Page 22 of 32 Scanner -Some information such as certifications and licenses may need to be put on electronic file. The scanner would assist MFR in accomplishing this. Task 2: Systems assessment and inhouse training. MFR will assess how inspections will be best improved with this new technology and create new inspection protocols to have optimal efficiency. This will require training the 30 inspectors in use of the technology, complete inspection reporting and including digital photography. This will also require MFR working with the inhouse technology resources to create interoperability between databases using the new Miami database, CityView; this will be inkind support for this grant. Task 3: Increase scope of inspections. Recently ISO (Insurance Service Office) conducted an assessment of MFR and found that it needed to increase the amount of information included in inspections. The proposed project will enable MFR to accomplish this. Task 4: Restructure Inspection Requirements: Based on this new technology and capabilities, MFR will not only be rewriting inspection protocols, but also requirements that are distributed to the public. These will be published and distributed through MFR's partners and will be accessible on the web. By assessing and revising procedures, MFR Inspection believes that the proposed project will have significant impact on the efficiency and performance of the unit and the safety of Miami as a whole. PARTNERSHIPS MFR Inspection partners with other City of Miami Departments to reinforce and support inspection activities. 1) Quality of Life Inspections: these inspections include all inspection departments, including MFR, in targeting blighted neighborhoods with potential hazards. 2) Code Compliance: Should code compliance notice fire hazards during inspections, they notify Inspection to conduct their own inspection. 3) Building and Zoning: see above 4) NET (Neighborhood Enhancement Team -city government offices in neighborhoods): see above. COST BENEFIT Without this upgrade in Inspections' ability to input information and make it accessible to ERD, business owners, residents and other city departments, a detrimental and potentially deadly situation can occur. First, there is the liability of being unable to follow up due to the increase in numbers of inspections required. This increased liability means a decrease in safety for both citizens and firefighters. Second, if the capability to include more information in inspections is not accomplished, the ISO rating will not be improved and an increase in insurance premiums can be expected. In a city with a 28% poverty rate and attempting to retain viable businesses, such a rating would have a damaging economic effect. Third, the lives of firefighters could be directly impacted through injury or worse, death. This project's total of $123,000 will be leveraged into millions of savings on insurance and fire damage and most importantly, lives. SUSTAINABILITY The City of Miami Fire Rescue is prepared to support the maintenance and repair of the equipment purchased as well as the inkind services of publishing new inspection protocols, creating interoperable databases and providing real-time reports to residents and other entities in need of the information. Budget Item 'Item Laptop computers 'Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify Number of units 30 (Whole number only) Description The space to the right can be used to provide further 1").,11 I^. ntnnc Print Application Page 23 of 32 should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item 'Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify Number of units * Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Digital Cameras Equipment 30 (Whole number only) $ 250 (Whole dollar amounts only) Digital cameras to accompany each laptop, fully equipping inspectors in the field. Budget Item Item Portable Printers -Select Object Class Equipment If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units Cost per unit Description The space 10 the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff: or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item *Item *Select Object Class If you selected other above, please specify * Number of units • Cost per unit Description The space to the right can be used to provide further clarification on the costs (i.e. personnel costs: number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Item 'Item `Select Object Class If you selected other above: please specify Nun -Der oT units Cost per unit 4 (Whole number only) $ 300 (Whole dollar amounts only) Car chargers for laptops Equipment 30 (Whole number only) $ 50 (Whole dollar amounts only) Scanner Equipment 1 {\Vnole number only) $ 300 (Whole dollar amounts only) Print Application Page 24 of 32 number of hours/rate/staff; or meeting costs: number of meetings/days/attendees). Budget justification should be included in the project narrative. Budget Budget Object Class Budget Amount Pgrsonnel 0 Benefits 0 Travel 0 Equipment 199,418 applies 0 Contractual 0 Construction 0 Other 0 Indirect Charges 0 Indirect Cost Details Agency Indirect Cost Agreement with Indirect Cost Rate Agreement Summary Total Federal and Applicant Share Federal Share Applicant Share Federal Rate Sharing (%) Non -Federal Resources (The combined Non -Federal Resources must equal the Applicant Share of $ 39.884) a. Applicant b. State c. Local d. Other Sources $ 159,534 $ 39,884 80/20 $ 39,884 $0 $0 $0 If you entered a value in Other Sources other than zero (0), include your explanation below. You can use this space to provide information on the project, cost share match, or if you have an indirect cost agreement with a federal agency. Total Budget $ 199,418 Print Application Narrative Statement Page 25 of 32 The narrative for Fire Prevention and Safety is provided when adding Fire Prevention and Safety Project under Request Details section. Print Application Page 26 of 32 Assurances and Certifications FEMA Form 20-16A You must read and sign these assurances by providing your password and checking the box at the bottom of this page. Note: Fields marked with an " are required. Assurances Non -Construction Programs Note: Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have any questions, please contact the awarding agency. Further, certain Federal awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additional assurances. If such is the case, you will be notified. As the duly authorized representative of the applicant I certify that the applicant: 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, and the institutional, managerial and financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay the non -Federal share of project costs) to ensure proper planning, management and completion of the project described in this application. • 2. Will give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General of the United States, and if appropriate, the State, throuoh any authorized representative, access to and the right to examine all records, books, papers, or documents related to the award; and will establish a proper accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards or agency directives. 3. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or presents the appearance of personal gain. 4. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. 5. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act of 1970 (42 U.S.C. Section 4728-4763) relating to prescribed standards for merit systems for programs funded under one of the nineteen statutes or regulations specified in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of Personnel Administration) 5 C.F.R. 900, Subpart F). 6. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to nondiscrimination. These include but are not limited to: (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; (b) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. Sections 1681-1683, and 1685-1686), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; (c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. Section 794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicaps; (d) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 U.S.C. Sections 6101- 6107), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; (e) the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (P.L. 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of drug abuse; (f) the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; (g) Sections 523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912 (42 U.S.C. 290-dd-3 and 290-ee-3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records; (h) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Acts of 195E (42 U S.C. Section 3601 et seq.). as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing; (i) any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) under which application for Federal assistance is being made; and (j) the rpnuirerriPhts of an' other nondiscrimination statute(s1 which may apply to the application. Print Application Page 27 of 32 Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-646) which provide for fair and equitable treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of Federal or Federally assisted programs. These requirements apply to all interest in real property acquired for project purposes regardless of Federal participation in purchases. 8. Will comply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. Sections 1501-1508 and 7324-7328), which limit the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. 9. Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Davis -Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. Sections 276a to 276a- 7), the Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. Section 276c and 18 U.S.C. Sections 874), and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. Sections 327-333), regarding labor standards for federally assisted construction sub agreements. 10. Will comply, if applicable, with flood insurance purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-234) which requires recipients in a special flood hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and acquisition is $10,000 or more. 11. Will comply with environmental standards which may be prescribed pursuant to the following: (a) institution of environmental quality control measures under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91-190) and Executive Order (EO) 11514; (b) notification of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738; (c) protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990; (d) evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance with EO 11988; (e) assurance of project consistency with the approved State management program developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. Section 1451 et seq.); (f) conformity of Federal actions to State (Clean Air) Implementation Plans under Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act of 1955, as amended (42 U.S.C. Section 7401 et seq.); (g) protection of underground sources of drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended, (P.L. 93- 523); and (h) protection of endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, (P.L. 93-205). 12. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (16 U.S.C. Section 1271 et seq.) related to protecting components or potential components of the national wild and scenic rivers system. 13. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. 470), EO 11593 (identification and protection of historic properties), and the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 469a-1 et seq.). 14. Will comply with P.L. 93-348 regarding the protection of human subjects involved in research, development, and related activities supported by this award of assistance. 15. Will comply with the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act of 1966 (P.L. 89-544, as amended, 7 U.S.C. 2131 et seq.) pertaining to the care, handling, and treatment of warm blooded animals held for research, teaching, or other activities supported by this award of assistance. 16. Will comply with the Lead -Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. Section 4801 et seq.) which prohibits the use of lead based paint in construction or rehabilitation of residence structures. 17. Will cause to be performed the required financial and compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act of 1984. 18. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other Federal laws, executive orders, regulations and policies governing this program. 19. It will comply with the minimum wage and maximum hours provisions of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. 201), as they apply to employees of institutions of higher education, hospitals, and other nor -profit organizations. Print Application Page 28 of 32 Signed by Ruben Bargueiras on 01/05/2007 Print Application Page 29 of 32 Form 20-16C You must read and sign these assurances by providing your password and checking the box at the bottom of this page. Note: Fields marked with an * are required. Certifications Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibilities Matters; and Drug -Free Workplace Requirements. Applicants should refer to the regulations cited below to determine the certification to which they are required to attest. Applicants should also review the instructions for certification included in the regulations before completing this form. Signature on this form provides for compliance with certification requirements under 44 CFR Part 18, "New Restrictions on Lobbying; and 44 CFR Part 17, "Government -wide Debarment and suspension (Non -procurement) and Government -wide Requirements for Drug -Free Workplace (Grants)." The certifications shall be treated as a material representation of fact upon which reliance will be placed when the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) determines to award the covered transaction, grant, or cooperative agreement. 1. LOBBYING A. As required by the section 1352, Title 31 of the US Code, and implemented at 44 CFR Part 18 for persons into a grant or cooperative agreement over $100,000, as defined at 44CFR Part 18, the applicant certifies that: (a) No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid by or on behalf of the undersigned to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the making of any federal grant, the entering into of any cooperative agreement and extension, continuation, renewal amendment or modification of any Federal Grant or cooperative agreement. (b) If any other funds than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal grant or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form LLL, "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities", in accordance with its instructions. (c) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all the sub awards at all tiers (including sub grants, contracts under grants and cooperative agreements and sub contract(s)) and that all sub recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. 2. Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters (Direct Recipient) As required by Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, and implemented at 44CFR Part 67, for prospective participants in primary covered transactions, as defined at 44 CFR Part 17, Section 17.510-A, the applicant certifies that it and its principals: (a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, sentenced to a denial of Federal benefits by a State or Federal court, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal department or agency. (b) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application been convicted of or had a civilian judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain or perform a public (Federal, State, or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement. theft, foroery-. bribery. falsification or destruction of records. making false statements, or receiving stolen property. (c) Are not presently indictee' for or otherwise criminallw or civilly charged by a government entity Print Application Page 30 of 32 (d) have not within a three-year period preceding this application had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or default; and B. Where the applicant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, he or she shall attach an explanation to this application. 3. Drug -Free Workplace (Grantees other than individuals) As required by the Drug -Free Workplace Act of 1988, and implemented at 44CFR Part 17, Subpart F, for grantees, as defined at 44 CFR part 17, Sections 17.615 and 17.620: (A) The applicant certifies that it will continue to provide a drug -free workplace by: (a) Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition; (b) Establishing an on -going drug free awareness program to inform employees about: (1) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace; (2) The grantees policy of maintaining a drug -free workplace; (3) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation and employee assistance programs; and (4) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace; (c) Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the grant to be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a); (d) Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the employee will: (1) Abide by the terms of the statement and (2) Notify the employee in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction. (e) Notifying the agency, in writing within 10 calendar days after receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including position title, to the applicable FEMA awarding office, i.e. regional office or FEMA office. (f) Taking one of the following actions, against such an employee, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under subparagraph (d)(2), with respect to any employee who is so convicted: (1) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or (2) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement or other appropriate agency. Print Application Page 3 I of 32 (B) The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of work done in connection with the specific grant: Place of Performance Street City State Zip Action If your place of performance is different from the physical address provided by you in the Applicant Information, click on Add Place of Performance button above to ensure that the correct place of performance has been specified. You can add multiple addresses by repeating this process multiple times. Section 17.630 of the regulations provide that a grantee that is a State may elect to make one certification in each Federal fiscal year. A copy of which should be included with each application for FEMA funding. States and State agencies may elect to use a Statewide certification. Signed by Ruben Bargueiras on 01/05/2007 Print Application Standard Form LLL Only complete if applying for a grant for more than $100,000 and have lobbying activities. See Form 20-16C for lobbying activities definition. This form is not applicable Page 32 of 32