Title
Authorization to Accept Donation of Hazardous Materials Detection Meters from the City of Goodyear (Ordinance S-52591) - Citywide
Description
Request authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to accept the donation of hazardous materials meters for the Phoenix Fire Department's Hazardous Materials Program. Further request an exception to the indemnity and assumption of liability provisions of Phoenix City Code 42-18. Further authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a hold harmless agreement with the City of Goodyear to transfer the equipment. The donation of the equipment is valued at $6,000.
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Summary
The Fire Department utilizes hazardous materials detection meters when responding to incidents involving chemical spills and gas releases. The hazardous materials meters are a critical part of the Fire Department's ability to identify dangerous substances and mitigate those hazards to protect the public and the firefighters.
The City of Goodyear has offered to donate six Bascom Turner Gas Rangers, model RGA-411/412 to the Phoenix Fire Department. These meters would support the Hazardous Materials Program equipment cache. These meters assist technicians in detecting methane/natural gas in order to help establish perimeters and locate the source of a leak.
This request adheres to the Fire Department’s charitable donations process.
Financial Impact
There is no financial impact on the City.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Fire Department.