Agenda No. 11.
CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
| City Council Meeting: | December 19, 2023 |
| Department: | Fire Department |
| Subject: | Resolution 23-R-135 - Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement with Joint Base San Antonio for the use of their fire training facilities (G.Rodgers/D.Kramer) |
BACKGROUND
Joint Base San Antonio has agreed to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement to use their fire training facilities for firefighter training. These facilities have been utilized in the past, and this agreement would create more opportunities for Schertz Fire Rescue as it grows.
GOAL
To obtain licensure as an organization through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection to conduct basic firefighter training at facilities provided by Joint Base San Antonio.
COMMUNITY BENEFIT
This allows current and future Schertz firefighters to improve their skills.
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
Staff recommends that the City Council allow the City Manager to enter into this MOA with JBSA to use their firefighter training facilities.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend approval of Resolution 23-R-135.