DATE:
January 13, 2026
01
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
Title
ADOPTION OF GOVERNING BODY RESOLUTION FOR THE 2025 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT (DISTRICTS: ALL)
Body
OVERVIEW
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security provides funding to the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services through the Homeland Security Grant Program, which includes the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP), and the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG). The County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services (OES) administers and distributes SHSP funds to the entire San Diego region to support prevention, preparedness, and response efforts related to terrorism and other catastrophic events. The EMPG supports comprehensive emergency management and strengthens mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities for all hazards.
This is a request to adopt a governing body resolution for the Fiscal Year 2025 SHSP and EMPG, which authorizes the Director of OES, or designee, to sign any actions necessary to apply for and obtain federal financial assistance through these programs. Adoption of the governing body resolution is a required step for the County to remain eligible for SHSP and EMPG funding. A waiver of Board Policy B-29, Fees, Grants, Revenue Contracts - Department Responsibility for Cost Recovery is requested because there is a 100% match requirement for EMPG. There is no match required for the SHSP.
RECOMMENDATION(S)
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
1. Adopt a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO RELATING TO THE STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM AND THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT.
2. Authorize the Director of the Office of Emergency Services, or designee, to apply for and accept federal Fiscal Year 2025 SHSP and EMPG grant funds, sign all required grant documents, including any annual extensions, amendments, and/or revisions thereto that d...
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