Title
Authorization to Enter into Agreement with the United States of America to Conduct Military Training on City-Owned Property (Ordinance S-49385)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute an agreement with the United States of America to conduct military training exercises and activities at Phoenix Fire Special Operations, and the Phoenix Fire Academy. Further request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to grant an exception pursuant to Phoenix City Code 42-20 to include indemnification and assumption of liability provisions, if required, that would otherwise be prohibited by Phoenix City Code 42-18.
Report
Summary
The United States of America (United States) periodically conducts training on City-owned property to assist in responding to incidents that involve national security defense. The purpose of this agreement is to allow the United States access to Phoenix Fire Special Operations, and the Phoenix Fire Academy for the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR) to conduct training operations at these locations. The training will include Urban MH-60 helicopter infill and exfill training, to include fast rope approach and airland.
Contract Term
The term of the agreement will be for five years.
Financial Impact
There are no costs associated with the Agreement.
Location
Phoenix Fire Special Operations, located at 2430 S. 22nd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009
Phoenix Fire Academy, located at 2425 W. Lower Buckeye Road, Phoenix, AZ 85009
Council District: 7
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Fire Department.