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Approve amended agreement with WA State Military Dept for FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grant BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE MATTER OF: RESOLUTION NO. 20-217 APPROVE THE AMENDED AGREEMENT BETWEEN LEWIS COUNTY AND WASHINGTON STATE MILITARY DEPARTMENT FOR THE FEMA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES THEREON WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved the 2019-20 Agreement between Lewis County, Washington, and the Washington State Military Department for the FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) under Resolution 19-362; and WHEREAS, the contract amount of $43,680 has already been included in the budget; and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 response prevented $3,750 of EMPG funds from being used as approved by the grantor in the original contract; and WHEREAS, the 2019-20 Agreement between Lewis County, Washington, and the Washington State Military Department for the FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) has been amended to allow Lewis County to use the remaining $3,750; and WHEREAS, it appears to be in the best public interest to authorize the execution of said amendment for Lewis County. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that (1) the BOCC hereby approves the Amendment between Lewis County and the Washington State Military Department, providing $43,680 in EMPG funds and (2) delegates authority to Lewis County Commissioner Gary Stamper to sign Amendment E20-125 Revised on behalf of Lewis County. DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 22nd day of June, 2020. APPROVED AS TO FORM: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Jonathan Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON Amber Smith Gary Stamper By: Amber Smith, Gary Stamper, Chair Deputy Prosecuting Attorney ATTEST: •Z�S�OP DOFµAs�yi Edna J . Fund 'z C� •cGEdna J. Fund, Vice Chair p C Rieva Lester '�:' CO� `• Robert C. Jackson Sy�:o ;f•• Rieva Lester, Robert C. Jackson, Commissioner Clerk of the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION FORM WASHINGTON STATE MILITARY DEPARTMENT Camp Murray, Washington 98430-5122 Please read instructions on reverse side before completing this form. NAME OF ORGANIZATION DATE SUBMITTED Lewis County 6-22-20 PROJECT DESCRIPTION CONTRACT NUMBER 2019-20 EMPG E20-125 1. AUTHORIZING AUTHORITY SIGNATURE PRINT OR TYPE NAME TITLE/TERM OF OFFICE Gary Stamper BOCC Chair 2. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN CONTRACTS/CONTRACT AMENDMENTS SI NATURE PRINT OR TYPE NAME TITLE Gary Stamper BOCC Chair l Andy Caldwell DEM Deputy Director L- 3. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN REQUESTS FOR REIMBURSEMENT SIGNATURE PRINT OR TYPE NAME TITLE Andy Caldwell DEM Deputy Director Jill Kangas DEM Planner \1N '-1\VOL .HOM_IKARENBI....\WP1SIGNAUTH Revised 3'G3 Washington State Military Department AMENDMENT 1. Subrecipient Name and Address: 2. Grant Agreement Number. 3. Amendment Number. Lewis County E20-125 Revised A Division of Emergency Management(DEM) 351 NW North Street Chehalis,WA 98532-0509 4. Subrecipient Contact, phone/email: 5. Department Contact,phone/email: Andy Caldwell,360-740-1157 John Hollingsworth,253-512-7044 andy.caldwell@lewiscountywa.gov john.hollingsworth@mil.wa.gov 6. EIN: 7. Assistance Listings#(formerly CFDA)&Title: 8. Federal Funding Identification#: 91-6001351 97.042(19EMPG) EMS-2019-EP-00003-S01 9. Funding Authority: Washington State Military Department(the"DEPARTMENT")and the US Department of Homeland Security(DHS) 10. Description/Justification of Amendment: Due to COVID-19 response, the Subrecipient was not able to attend conferences and trainings that were scheduled to occur.The Revised Work Plan, Exhibit C, is updated to change and add new activities under Program Area #1, Planning, to purchase EOC supplies. Grant funds are being transferred from Organization>Travel/Per Diem to Planning & Organization>Goods& Services. The Revised Timeline, Exhibit D, is extended by one month to allow completion of the Work Plan activities; and the Revised Budget, Exhibit E, is updated to reflect the budget revisions. Changes are noted in strikethrough and grey highlight. 11. AMENDMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1. Change the Grant Agreement End Date from August 31, 2020 to September 30, 2020, as described on Page 2 of this Amendment. 2. Change Subrecipient Contact, phone, and email from Steve Mansfield to Andy Caldwell, as described on Page 2 of this Amendment. 3. Replace the Original Work Plan, Exhibit C, with the attached Revised Work Plan, Exhibit C, as described on Page 2 of this Amendment. 4. Replace the Original Timeline, Exhibit D, with the attached Revised Timeline, Exhibit D, as described on Page 2 of this Amendment. 5. Replace the Original Budget, Exhibit E, with the attached Revised Budget, Exhibit E, as described on Page 2 of this Amendment. This Amendment is incorporated in and made a part of the Grant Agreement. Except as amended herein, all other terms and conditions of the Grant Agreement remain in full force and effect. Any reference in the original Grant Agreement or an Amendment to the "Grant Agreement" shall mean "Grant Agreement as amended". The Department and Subrecipient acknowledge and accept the terms of this Amendment as identified above, effective on the final date of execution below. By signing this Amendment,the signatories warrant they have the authority to execute this Amendment. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Amendment: FO- THE DEPARTMENT: FORT E SUBRECIPIENT: 7/7/2020 tizZ 2dL) Sig �,.re • ► Date Signature ate Regan Anne Hesse,Chief Financial Officer Gary Stamper,Chair Washington State Military Department Lewis County Bperd of Commissioners BOILERPLATE APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED TO FORM (if applicable): Brian E. Buchholz 7/30/2018 Assistant Attorney General Applicant's Legal Review Date DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 1 of 7 Lewis County DEM, E20-125 Revised Amendment A Washington State Military Department Amendment to Agreement E20-125 Revised 1. The Grant Agreement Amount of $43,680 remains unchanged. a. Agreement Face Sheet, Box 2. 2. Change Subrecipient Contact, phone, and email from Steve Mansfield to Andy Caldwell. a. Agreement Face Sheet, Box 4. from Steve Mansfield, 360 740 3310. to Andy Caldwell, 360-740-1157, andy.caldwell@lewiscountywa.gov. b. Exhibit A, at Article I. Subrecipient Key Personnel, remove Steve Mansfield, Director, Steve.mansfield@lewiscountywa.gov. 360 710 3310 c. Exhibit A, at Article I., Subrecipient Key Personnel, update Andy Caldwell's information: i. Update Position from Planner to Deputy Director. ii. Update Phone from 360 740 11-47 to 360-740-1157. 3. Change the Grant Agreement End Date from August 31, 2020 to September 30, 2020. a. Agreement Face Sheet. Box 6 —August 31, 2020 September 30. 2020. b. At the Original Timeline, Exhibit D; to be replaced with the Revised Timeline, Exhibit D. 4. Change the Grant Agreement Work Plan a. At the Original Work Plan. Exhibit C. to be replaced with the attached Revised Work Plan. Exhibit C. 5. Change the Grant Agreement Budget a. At the Original Budget. Exhibit E, to be replaced with the attached Revised Budget, Exhibit E. DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 2 of 7 Lewis County DEM, E20-125 Revised Amendment A Exhibit C REVISED WORK PLAN FY 2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant Emergency Management Organization Lewis County The purpose of EMPG is to assist with the enhancement,sustain ment and improvement of state,local,and tribal emergency management programs.Activities conducted using EMPG funding should relate directly to the five element of emergency management: prevention, protection,response,recovery,and mitigation.Washington State does not require a specific number of activities to receive EMPG funding. However,there are required capabilities that must be sustained in order to remain eligible for EMPG funding,including but not limited to the ability to communicate and warn,educate the public,train and exercise,plan,and be NIMS compliant.The Work Plan delineates the Emergency Management Organization's emergency management program planning and priority focus for this grant cycle(to include 19EMPG grant and local funds). Program Area-Sustainment IT maintenance and support of computers purchased with EMPG funds in the 2011-14 grant periods. Program Area#1 Planning WORK PLANNED WHY THE WORK IS BEING DONE RESULT OF THE WORK 1 Continue work with Mass Casualty Incident(MCI) Federal government has adopted SALT triage; Plans will be updated and training coordinators committee and plan to implement Sort,Assess, therefore,Lewis County needs to work with the will be set up to provide the necessary training to Lifesaving Interventions,Treatment/Transport committee to update the plans and develop an responders. (SALT)triage in compliance with Federal implementation plan for training. standards. 2 Update HIVA with incidents from the 2019 year. Required to annually update HIVA with annual HIVA will be updated and posted to the web so incidents. citizens can determine their risks. 3 Formulate draft Flood Response Plan to-record Many long-term members of the response team Formalized flood response process will be in place benchmarks for actions. have been,or will be,retiring.It is essential to to provide new personnel with background record benchmarks for new staff. knowledge of this area of response. 4 Coordinate responder/partner meetings,induding Regular meetings with agencies allow partners to Current partners will have the opportunity to work training opportunities as applicable. meet and share best practices.The focus will be together with new responders in a relaxed Current COVID-19 social distancing elements on bringing in new partners from cities,fire,law, atmosphere to facilitate ongoing learning,share require the purchase of a conference calling NGCs and revising plans to reflect new experiences,and best practices--making it easier machine to conduct remote meetings as often as federal/EMS standards. Transportation funding to work together,especially during emergency possible.A replacement printer will be purchased will allow staff to travel thought the county to incidents. Staff will be able to work one-on-one as the current one has no ER&R with it and the meet more rural partners that may not be easily with those in rural areas that cannot easily get to motor can no longer rise the paper. able to come to the DEM office. the DEM office. New standards require smaller gatherings and Conference calls will enable the County to digital meetings whenever possible. The continue to meet the committee goals and replacement printer is needed as this is the high- objectives.Replacement of the high volume volume printer for the office and essential. printer is essential to being able to conduct business with committees. 5 Coordinate . • +MAC-E4 EOC supplies and storage cabinets,office g 511-44rom-the chairs,and a variable desk. EOC 'ng Sto ge n distinguishable f•om the ECC necessary to organize supplies for easy access and Continue to add information signs and storage Inventories. cabinets to the EOC. EOC storage facilities are inadequate to have OSHA compliant chairs and a variable height desk supplies on hand so portable storage units will be will provide necessary accommodations for added. workers. Three office chairs that are not compliant with OSHA standards will be replaced and a variable height desk will be added for accommodations. 6 Coordinate volunteer and EOC workers with It is County policy now that all volunteers and Lanyards will be supplied with DEM insignia ID picture identification cards and lanyards. EOC workers need to wear photo ID at all times cards to easily identify all EOC and Emergency working for and in the County facilities. Workers to conform to policy. DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 3 of 7 Lewis County DEM. E20-125 Revised Amendment A Program Area rig Communications WORK PLANNED WHY THE WORK IS BEING DONE RESULT OF THE WORK 1 Enhance the Lewis County Alert program by It is the responsibility of EM to be able to notify Currently there are 4,000 cell users in the increasing the number of persons in the program citizens(countywide)in an emergency.The alert program.The new cell efforts are expected to at with cell phones who do not have landlines; and warning program allows notification directly least double coverage to cell phone users. includes citizen self sign-ups and periodic testing. to citizens by several means.There is a gap in the coverage of citizens with cell phones that have not signed up for the program. 2 Conduct annual tests of the Lewis County alert Tests are needed to ensure new citizen sign-ins Notification preferences have been properly system,coordinating activities with Tacoma have been added properly and to ensure that activated and citizens are ready to receive actual Power's annual Dam Siren Testing program and previously registered citizens remain active and alerts when emergencies occur. State ShakeOut drills. receive notices. 3 Conduct Ham Radio meetings,training,and Ham radio tests and training are needed to ensure Equipment and staff will be tested and issues will network tests. equipment and staff will perform as expected be identified and corrected.Operators will during emergency incidents. become familiar with the processes and equipment in a relaxed atmosphere that will lead to confidence during emergency incidents. 4 Continue work on the Communications Plan with New federal mandates for creating and The Regional LEP plan will provide the specifics partner agencies,Region 3,and the public. distributing a Limited English Proficiency(LEP) that Lewis County will need to fill in to draft the Plan and a Communications Plan have created a local plan,so that the county is able to gap for Lewis County.Joining with Region 3 HLS communicate effectively with individuals, partners for the LEP portion will reduce costs and including those with LEP. share the workload. 5 Purchase subscription for archiving social media Changes in how citizens access information Purchasing the archive subscription will allow staff content. requires DEM to enter the arena of social media to develop a Facebook and Twitter presence to (Facebook,Twitter,etc.)to expand our network. communicate with users of these programs and WA State guidelines(RCW 40.14)require archiving allow archiving of the information. of social media. Program Area n3 Public Outreach WORK PLANNED WHY THE WORK IS BEING DONE RESULT OF THE WORK 1 Conduct and facilitate public outreach to the There is an increased need for updated Citizens will be advised of the new threats and be citizens and responders of Lewis County.Develop preparedness messages with the new vulnerability educated in how to prepare themselves,resulting and distribute handouts for preparedness to wildland fire and evacuation preparedness. in a more resilient community. messages and programmatic activities.Also Water conservation is also a new idea to the area. purchase insignia clothing for new employees. The Drought Committee has identified these gaps Purchase promotional preparedness items to be and approved materials and messages to be distributed to the public. distributed to the public.Wearing of EM insignia clothing will identify staff professionals during events. 2 Prepare four Grab'n'Go bags for demonstrations. These four bags will be filled with supplies to give The bags will be available to take on preparedness The four different kits will cover family,individual, people an idea what they might want to put in presentations to demonstrate how easy it is to put automobile,and pet preparedness. their backpack kits and how to store them.Having together a kit to encourage those that haven't yet a pack to demonstrate has proven to help the started to do so. public get started once they see how easy it is. 3 Purchase portable canopy,folding table,and The unpredictable weather conditions in the area The canopy and table will make DEM immediately chairs with DEM logo to be deployed at have been identified as a problem for when recognizable and easy to find in a crowd.Also,it community events and preparedness fairs. participating at local outdoor activities.The 10x10 will protect the preparedness materials and staff Purchase logo artwork. canopy setup will protect materials from the from inclement weather conditions. weather and also make it immediately recognizable that DEM is participating in events and make it easy for the public to identify it at the preparedness fair. DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 4 of 7 Lewis County DEM. E20-125 Revised Amendment A 4 Purchase portable projectors. The two projectors OEM has no longer work. DEM staff will be able to continue to provide These projectors are vital to the outreach program preparedness outreach to rural areas that do not as DEM provides a large amount of public have their own equipment. presentations at small venues that do not have projection equipment. 5 Purchase two portable monitors for presentations. A large percentage of Lewis County is rural The montors will expand opportunities for without classroom resources;therefore,it is preparedness instructions at local important for DEM staff to have portable preparedness/health fairs and meetings. equipment they can bring for meetings and classes. Program Area#4 Training and Professional Development WORK PLANNED WHY THE WORK IS BEING DONE RESULT OF THE WORK 1 Attend/participate in Partners in Emergency The PIEP Conference will provide employees a Staff will have increased awareness and Preparedness(PIEP)Conference variety of training opportunities,as well as lessons knowledge of current EM trends and network with learned and networking opportunities. other agencies that can provide some program support.The concentrated training offered will acce'erate the learning curve,especially for new staff. 2 Attend/participate in the Tribal/Local Emergency The local budget does not include funds for travel. Attendees will be brought up-to-date on current Planning Committee(LEPC)Conference Attendance will allow collaboration on best LEPC requirements.Networking will increase practices and opportunities to receive HazMat awareness and provide for better partnerships. information and network opportunities with state- wide partners. 3 Support staff development and training(PDS, Training requirements are prescribed by law and Staff members will be in compliance with the ICS Advanced Professional Series,and ICS classes). grant guidelines(EMPG).New staff need to be and DEM training necessary to perform the duties trained to these requirements.Once they meet of their positions in order to provide technical minimum requirements,it is desirable to expand assistance to the smaller agencies that don't have their knowledge by attending additional classes as experts on staff. needs arise. 4 Coordinate rental facilities to provide enough ,Adequate public meeting space for large groups Responders will be able to gather together to ask space to bring together large groups for the (30-150)has to be rented in Lewis County.Also, questions,conduct and attend training,and meet annual Flood meeting,tabletops,and other most agencies don't have an opportunity to other discipline personnel to share information education gatherings. interact with other disciplines unless EM provides before emergencies occur. that opportunity. 5 Purchase a portab'e Smart TV for use in a shared This gap has been identified due to the fact the The mobile TV will be used for staff training in a training room. Director's office is also in the MACC space and shared training room that can be used when the often there are confidential meetings taking place primary MACC room is otherwise occupied. when training has been scheduled. DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 5 of 7 Lewis County DEM, E20-125 Revised Amendment A Exhibit D REVISED TIMELINE FY 2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant DATE TASK June 1, 2020 Grant Agreement Start Date January 31, 2020 Submit reimbursement request April 30. 2020 Submit reimbursement request August 31 September 30 Grant Agreement End Date 2020 October 15 November 15, I Submit final reimbursement request. final report, Training and 2020 Exercise Requirement report, and/or other deliverables DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 6 of 7 Lewis County DEM. E20-125 Revised Amendment A Exhibit E REVISED BUDGET FY 2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant 19EMPG Award $43,680.00 Modification $0.00 19EMPG Amended Award $43,680.00 SOLUTION ORIGINAL AMENDED AREA CATEGORY EMPG MODIFICATION EMPG MATCH AMOUNT Salaries&Benefits $ - $ - $ - $ 43,680 Z Overtime/Backfill $ - $ - $ - $ - Z Consultants/Contractors $ - $ - $ - $ - z Goods&Services $ 5,301 $ 980 $ 6,281 $ - Travel/Per Diem $ - $ - $ - $ - a. Subtotal $ 5,301 $ 980 '$ 6,281 $ 43,680 z Salaries&Benefits $ - $ - $ - $ - p Overtime/Backfill $ - $ - $ - $ - rsI• Consultants/Contractors $ - $ - $ - $ - Q Goods&Services $ 33,174 $ 2,770 $ 35,944 $ - Travel/Per Diem $ 5,205 $ (3,750) $ 1,455 $ - O Subtotal $ 38,379 $ (980)% 37,399 $ - Salaries& Benefits $ - $ - $ - $ - N Overtime/Backfill $ - $ - $ - $ - ✓ Consultants/Contractors $ - $ - $ - $ - W Goods&Services $ - $ - $ - $ - ux, Travel/Per Diem $ - $ - $ - $ - Subtotal $ - $ - '$ - $ - Salaries& Benefits $ - $ - $ - $ - 0 Overtime/Backfill $ - $ - $ - $ - EConsultants/Contractors $ - $ - $ - $ - a Goods&Services $ - $ - $ - $ - cc Travel/Per Diem $ - $ - $ - $ - Subtotal $ - $ - '$ - $ - a j Equipment $ - $ - $ - $ - g Subtotal $ - $ - r$ - $ - Salaries&Benefits $ - $ - $ - $ - Overtime/Backfill $ - $ - $ - $ - • Consultants/Contractors $ - $ - $ - $ - 2 Goods&Services $ - $ - $ - $ - Travel/Per Diem $ - $ - $ - $ - Subtotal $ - $ - '$ - $ - Indirect $ - $ - $ - $ - Indirect Cost Rate Agreement on file 0.00% TOTAL Grant Agreement AMOUNT: $ 43,680 $ - $ 43,680 1 $ 43,680 • The Subrecipient will provide a match of at least $43,680, 50% of the total project cost (local budget plus EMPG award), of non-federal origin. • Cumulative transfers between budget categories in excess of 10% of the grant agreement amount will not be reimbursed without prior written authorization from the Department. Funding Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security-Pl#793PT—EMPG DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY19 Page 7 of 7 Lewis County DEM, E20-125 Revised Amendment A From: Hollingsworth,John (MIL)<John.Hollingsworth@mil.wa.gov> Sent:Wednesday,June 10,2020 11:27 AM To:Andy Caldwell<Andy.Caldwell@lewiscountywa.gov> Cc:Jill Kangas<Jill.Kangas@lewiscountywa.gov> Subject: 19EMPG New Lewis County Grant Amendment ***Signature Required*** LEGAL GRANT AGREEMENT DOCUMENTS ATTACHED Attached for your review and signature is your Grant Agreement Amendment for 19EMPG,along with a blank Signature Authorization Form (SAF), if needed. If you have any questions after reviewing the attachments, please contact your Program Coordinator,John Hollingsworth, at(253) 512-7044, as soon as possible so you are still able to return the signed documents within 45-days of receipt of this email. CHANGE IN PROCESS: For efficiency, the Military Department's Contracts Office will now accept scanned,signed amendments and forms. Please sign,scan, and email all documents to Preparedness.GrantsPmil.wa.gov and cc your Primary Coordinator at john.hollingsworth@mil.wa.gov. (Please note,the Contracts Office cannot accept digital signatures,such as Adobe E-Signatures or DocuSign,at this point in time.) Please have one copy of the amendment signed by the appropriate authority in your organization. If signature authority has changed, please include an updated SAF with the signed amendment. If there are no changes to the SAF there is no need to submit. Please sign and scan the documents and email to Preparedness.Grants@mil.wa.gov and cc your Primary Coordinator at john.hollingsworth@mil.wa.gov. Once the signature process is completed,you will receive a fully signed scanned copy by e-mail for your files. If you prefer to receive an originally signed paper copy of the amendment by mail for your records, submit the signed, required documents to: Preparedness Grants Section, Emergency Management Division, 20 Aviation Drive,Camp Murray,WA 98430. (If printing the amendment, please do not print double-sided. Our Contracts Office is unable to accept any double-sided documents and will ask you to re-submit.) TIMELINE: If the signed documents are not returned within 45 days,the agreement may be considered void,and we may need to reissue your agency a new document. If your agency needs more than 45 days to complete the agreement, please inform the Program Coordinator or Program Manager. Thank you. John A Hollingsworth Program Coordinator Preparedness Grants Section Emergency Management Division Washington Military Department Office:(253) 512-7044 john.hollingsworth(u)mil.wa.gov I www.mil.wa.gov Effective February 16,2020: EMD core business hours:M-F,8:00 am-4:00 pm My office hours:Mon-Thur 6:30 a.m.—5:00 p.m. BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Resolution: BOCC Meeting Date: June 22, 2020 Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Deliberation approve the amended agreement between Lewis County and Washington State Military Department for the FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grant and authorizing signatures thereon Contact: Andy Caldwell Phone: 360-740-1157 Department: DES - Emergency Management (Dept. of Emergency Services) Description: The US Department of Homeland Security, through the Washington State Military Department provides FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) funds to local jurisdictions and tribes with emergency management programs. The intent of this grant is to support the local emergency management operating budget by providing funds for the program enhancements that are outside the regular budget. The 2019 EMPG for Lewis County Emergency Management was $43,680.00 with a contract period from June 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020, was approved by the Board of County Commissioners under Resolution Number 19-362. Due to the COVID-19 response, the EMPG funds could not be utilized as approved by the grantor in the original contract. This Resolution is to approve the Amendment to the 2019 EMPG. The remaining money will be utilized for supplies in the Emergency Operation Center. Approvals: Publication Requirements: Publications: User Status Josh Metcalf Pending PA's Office Pending Additional Copies: Cover Letter To: