To: Mark R. Hafner, City Manager
From: Richard Whitten, Interim Fire Chief
Subject:
Title
Consider a resolution approving an Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County, Texas, for providing staff and resources to perform work for Tarrant County on COVID related activities; for a term of twenty-four (24) weeks commencing January 12, 2021 and terminating on June 30, 2021; to include performing duties as assigned at a designated vaccination site; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents relating thereto on behalf of the City of Keller, Texas.
Background:
The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic brought on the need for temporary mass vaccination sites. Through state, county and local collaboration, these vaccination sites were quickly organized and administering COVID vaccinations. Staffing from various organizations came together to facilitate the vaccinations, including firefighter/paramedics, law enforcement officers, and other municipal staff.
The proposed Interlocal Agreement includes terms for assisting Tarrant County in administering the North East Tarrant County Vaccination Site located at the Hurst Convention Center and other sites in the northeast portion of the county by assigning staff and resources to perform work for the county on COVID related activities. Staff will perform duties such as providing shots to citizens, first aid, security, traffic flow, and administrative support functions.
While the actual agreement was authorized in the beginning of the year, the Interlocal Agreement formalizes the agreement to meet FEMA regulations. The purpose of this agreement is an attempt to recoup salaries and any expenses incurred as a result of participation in the clinic.
Financial Impact:
The participation in the Vaccination clinic/site has not resulted in any additional financial impact to the City of Keller. The participation was achieved by providing one (1) on-duty Engine Company (3 firefighters) to work the clinic daily.
Citizen Input/Board Review:
None
Legal Review:
None
Alternatives:
City Council has the following alternatives:
- Approve as submitted
- Denial