Grant application to the California Fire Safe Council for the 2025 California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) County Coordinator Grant Program Extension

Summary

The resolution authorizes and approves the submission of a grant application to the California Fire Safe Council for the 2025 CAL FIRE County Coordinator Grant Program Extension, which aims to enhance wildfire resilience through stronger local planning, community engagement, and coordination. The grant amount is not to exceed $151,500 with an amended performance period of July 1, 2026, to October 15, 2027. The resolution also authorizes the execution of necessary forms and documents for the application and directs the Department of Emergency Management staff to accept an award upon approval without returning to the Board of Supervisors.

Details

Subject

Grant application to the California Fire Safe Council for the 2025 California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) County Coordinator Grant Program Extension

Summary

The resolution authorizes and approves the submission of a grant application to the California Fire Safe Council for the 2025 CAL FIRE County Coordinator Grant Program Extension, which aims to enhance wildfire resilience through stronger local planning, community engagement, and coordination. The grant amount is not to exceed $151,500 with an amended performance period of July 1, 2026, to October 15, 2027. The resolution also authorizes the execution of necessary forms and documents for the application and directs the Department of Emergency Management staff to accept an award upon approval without returning to the Board of Supervisors.

Vote Detail

4-0 with 1 absent

Vote Result

passed

Adopting Body

Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey

Adoption Date

2026-04-14

Resolution Number

26-117