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6/2/2014 Application Number: EMW-2011-FF-00724 the community wrapped with a "hiring" theme, we are confident we can direct anyone interested in becoming a firefighter to our county hiring website or contact person so that we do not lose interest in the potential candidate. We envision the trailers being full of equipment for people to Zook at and hold to gain excitement. We feel the benefits far outweigh the shortfalls with this plan and we feel strongly that this is a great grant request the will provide a long benefit to the community and even save us money. *Element #5 - Performance (Additional Consideration): Applicants should explain whether they have a proven track record for timely project completion and satisfactory performance in other AFG, FP&S, and SAFER awards. As stated above, the author of this grant has a proven track record for managing at least 10 AFG grants and close outs. Though the Centennial Fire District has never received a grant in the past, the majority of Anoka County has received some type of AFG grant. We are confident that this grant would be managed properly and that regular performance entries will be made. We also assure that the recruitment and retention program that we are proposing will be evaluated on a regular basis. We will do this by requesting new candidates to submit their evaluations of the programs offered and those instructing them via survey and tabletop discussions. We will maintain those in case there is a need to be reviewed by a FEMA member. Those involved in this grant have participated in past audits and were successful in closing out their grant without any issues. The grant includes two incentives for new and current firefighters. We are requesting $500 for each firefighter that completes all the certification training and stays at least one year. We are also requesting a recruitment incentive to current members who refer canidates that complete all the training. These incentives will intice new recruits and challenege current members to assist with the recruitment process. All volunteers are currently covered by workman's compensation and this will continue with each new hire. We appreciate you taking the time to volunteer your time to review these grants and hope that you hear our cry for help. https://eservices.fema.gov/FemaFireGrantfiregrant/isp/safer2011/application/print app.iso?print=true&app number=EMW-2011-FF-00724 2E,/33