Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of the Texas Forest Service - Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program (HB 2604) for training, a voucher in the amount of $6,125.00 for tuition of 10 firefighting personnel to attend Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Municipal Fire School July 21-26, 2019, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Fire Suppression & EMS Services]
Issue: To provide firefighting personnel with reputable and cost effective fire training.
Solution: Accept Texas Forest Service funding for training of firefighting personnel.
Result: Firefighting personnel will be provided with hands-on skills training. This will also assist Webb County Fire to motivate and retain firefighting personnel.
Background:
Corresponds to item approved 4/23/2019 Texas Forest Service funding training application.