R2026-157 Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) Packs using Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Small Equipment Grant Funds

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Council Memo Fire Department 2026-14 DATE: August 17, 2026 TO: Honorable Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe and City Council Members FROM: Melissa Hon, City Manager Neil Elder, Fire Chief RE: Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)Packs Using Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Small Equipment Grant Funds SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION: City Administration recommends City Council approval of the attached resolution authorizing the purchase of six (6) Scott RIT-Pak FA 4500 Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) Packs using funds previously awarded through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Small Equipment Grant Program. BACKGROUND: The Decatur Fire Department was awarded funds through the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Small Equipment Grant Program to enhance firefighter safety. Approval of this resolution will authorize the purchase of six Scott RIT-Pak FA 4500 units from Municipal Emergency Services (MES) in the amount of$20,640. The equipment will strengthen the Department's rapid intervention capabilities by providing dedicated emergency air supply for firefighters in distress during emergency operations. POTENTIAL OBJECTION: None STAFF REFERENCE: Neil Elder, Fire Chief, 424-2811, Toby Jackson, Assistant Fire Chief, 424-2811. Chief Elder will attend the Council meeting to answer any questions regarding this purchase. BUDGET/TIME IMPLICATIONS: The purchase price of$20,640 will be paid entirely from the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marshal Small Equipment Grant Program. No additional local funds are required for this purchase.