HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 16-11 Entering into a Mutual Aid Agreement for Automatic Dispatch for Closest Emergency Response UnitCITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
March 23, 2016
No. 16-11
RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO A MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE FOR
THE AUTOMATIC DISPATCH OF THE CLOSEST EMERGENCY RESPONSE UNIT
REGARDLESS OF JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES
WHEREAS, the City Council of Falcon Heights desire to enter into an Agreement to authorize
Falcon Heights Volunteer Fire Department to provide and receive automatic mutual aid to
dispatch the closest equipment and personnel to emergency events to provide assistance in the
form of fire, rescue and related services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Falcon Heights is authorized under Minnesota Statutes, section
471.59 to cooperatively exercise our held powers and mutual aid agreements are critical to
providing and supporting emergency services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of Falcon Heights determine that providing for the automatic
dispatch of the closest emergency unit as is authorized in this agreement is in their best interests
and they desire to create an opportunity for other cities and towns to participate in this
Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Falcon Heights, Minnesota:
1. Approve the Mutual Aid Agreement to provide for the automatic dispatch of the closest
emergency response unit regardless of jurisdictional boundaries.
2. Authorize the Mayor and City Administrator to execute all necessary documents.
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Moved by:Approved by:
P er Lindstrom
Mayor
LINDSTROM t^ In Favor Attested by:
BROWN THUNDER Sack Thongv
HARRIS 29L- Against City Administrator
FISCHER
GUSTAFSON