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CONSIDERATION OF DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED AGENTS TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY TO OBTAIN STATE OR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE FOR DISASTER RELIEF AND EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-048 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED AGENTS TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR PURPOSES OF OBTAINING STATE OR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
On January 18-23, 2017, the City of Chula Vista was impacted by a severe winter storm that caused significant damage throughout the city and required an extensive emergency response operation. The City activated its emergency operations center (EOC) and exhausted several City resources to protect life and property during the disaster.
The City of Chula Vista is eligible to receive public assistance funding to pay part of the costs incurred as a result of the storm. Assistance may include funding for debris removal, emergency protective measures and public services, and repair or replacement of damaged public property. The Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) ensures state and federal support is provided to eligible applicants in an efficient and timely manner in order to assist in recovery from a major disaster or emergency.
In order to receive funding, the City of Chula Vista must submit an application package to Cal OES that includes appropriate supporting documentation. Cal OES requires the City to have designated agents authorized by the City to coordinate with state and federal agencies for the purposes of financial assistance as it relates to disasters.
To meet state requirements, the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Emergency Services Coordinator have been identified as appropriate individuals to serve as designated agents authorized to operate on behalf of the City of Chula Vista for financial assistance from state and federal agencies as it relates to disasters.
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