Autauga County approves $202,143 in State Homeland Security Grant applications for equipment and election security

The Autauga County Commission voted unanimously on April 2, 2024, to approve EMA applications for FY2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program funding totaling $202,143.00.

The motion (moved by Commissioner Rusty Jacksland and seconded by Commissioner Larry Stoudemire) lists the applicants and itemized amounts included in the minutes: Prattville Fire Department — Alabama Mutual Aid System Swift Water Rescue Gear and Hazmat Trailer/Generator ($65,956); Autauga County Fire Fighters' Association — coordination light tower with 15 kW generator ($32,000); Autauga County EMA — soft target/crowded places protection (2 light towers, 48 pedestrian barricades, 24 traffic barricades) ($38,964.66); Autauga County EMA — coordination smart board and stand ($8,234); Autauga County Rescue Squad — soft target/crowded places protection (2 light towers) ($26,108.66); Autauga County Probate Court — election security 40 security pouches ($880); Autauga County Probate Court — election security 20 polling pads and printers ($30,000). The minutes record the total as $202,143.00 and the motion carried by unanimous vote.

The minutes do not include application narratives or grant-match requirements; the motion authorized submission of the applications as listed.