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Home My WebLink About20213030.tiffCoAvaci- =O -Pt 53co� BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PASS -AROUND REVIEW PASS -AROUND TITLE: 2021 NAEHR Homeland Security Grant Project Award DEPARTMENT: Weld County Sheriffs Office DATE: 10/22/2021 PERSON REQUESTING: Sonja Kohlgraf, WCSO Budget Manager and Lt. Michael Knee (Patrol) Brief description of the problem/issue: The Sheriffs Office has received a $31,494.75 award from the 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program Project (Northeast All Hazard Steering Committee NAEHR). WCSO has applied for these funds to purchase 2 drone kits which will be used within the Regional SWAT Team. It allows the team to safely solve critical incidents while observing a suspect and give commands without forcing an unnecessary confrontation while operating within Colorado's new SB217 use of force guidelines. The purchase period starts in the 1 sc quarter of 2022 when the funds are actually allocated to the region. Purchases are prioritized and will be handled via instructions from the Homeland Security Coordinator. The fiscal agent is the City of Greeley and the grant period covers three years 2021-2023.The program seeks to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from threats and hazards that pose greatest risk within the United States. What options exist for the Board? (include consequences, impacts, costs, etc. of options): • Approve the acceptance of the award. • Disapprove the acceptance of the award and forgo the potential funding for the project • Work Session to answer additional questions Recommendation: The Sheriffs Office recommends the approval to accept the award. Approve Schedule Recommendation Work Session Other/Comments: Perry L. Buck Mike Freeman Scott K. James, Pro -Tern Steve Moreno, Chair Lori Saine Via Via €n cc: soCslcJ, CACKM), ACTCgG1cO3 raia5)5O0Na 2021-3030 Karla Ford From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: I approve Perry Buck Perry Buck Monday, October 25, 2021 11:10 AM Karla Ford Re: Please Reply - PA Request for 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program Award image003.jpg; image001 jpg; image002.png; 2021 Pass Around Form.doc; 2021 Homeland Security Grant Funding - SWAT sUAS Project Approval and Required documentation (21SHS22NER, P4L1) Sent from my iPhone On Oct 25, 2021, at 8:33 AM, Karla Ford <kford@weldgov.com>wrote: Do you approve recommendation? Karla Ford' Office Manager, Board of Weld County Commissioners 1150 O Street, P.O. Box 758, Greeley, Colorado 80632 :: 970.336-7204 :: kford(a�weldgov.com :: www.weldgov.com :: **Please note my working hours are Monday -Thursday 7:00a.m.-5:00p,m.** Confidentiality Notice: This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication. Any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Sonja Kohlgraf <skohlgraf@weldgov.com> Sent: Friday, October 22, 2021 1:17 PM To: Karla Ford <kford@weldgov.com> Subject: PA Request for 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program Award Hello Karla, Attached is the PA and award email from the Homeland Security Office. Please let me know if you have any questions. I am trying to get this on Wednesday's agenda 10/27/2021. Thank you, Sonja Kohlgraf, MBA Budget/Business Manager Weld County Sheriff's Office Ph: 970-400-2872 Chloe Rempel From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Nicole Cantrell <neahrhscoordinator@gmail.com> Thursday, October 21, 2021 3:28 PM Sonja Kohlgraf; Michael Knee 2021 Homeland Security Grant Funding - SWAT sUAS Project Approval and Required documentation (21SHS22NER, P4L1) 030E-07-SUAS _ FEMA Guidance.pdf; Grant Programs Directorate Information Bulletin Number 426.pdf; Grant Progrmas Directorate Information Bulletin No. 438.pdf; UNMANN-1.PDF; INTERA-1.PDF Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello 2021 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) project applicant Weld County Sheriff's Office on behalf of the Regional SWAT Team, You application for the 2021 Northeast All -Hazard Region HSGP grant funding was approved at the amount listed below: Project Title: Regional SWAT Team small Unmanned Aerial System (sUAS) Project Contact: Sonja Kohlgraf and Lt. Michael Knee Total Funding Approved: $31,494.75 Shipping Address: 1950 O Street, Greeley, CO 80631 ***This email notification is the first step in the grant process, please save it for your records and read it carefully to understand the next steps for this project*** Grant purchases are completed over a 1-2 year period, based on the rolling nature of the HSGP grant cycles. 2021 purchases are estimated to begin in the first quarter of 2022 and will be prioritized based on various factors. You will be contacted with next steps for your project once funding has been allocated to the region and purchasing begins. At that time you may be required to obtain updated equipment quotes or provide additional information or project specifications. Your drone project will also require additional documentation which is detailed below. Grant Requirements and Next Steps - • DO NOT MAKE ANY PURCHASES - they will not be eligible for processing or reimbursement if made outside of the approved purchasing process and before notification from the HS Coordinator. • Any purchase over $10,000 will require at least three bids from companies for the product / service. i.:syed on the sUAS specific questions below, we will need to work with the City of Greeley to determine what the bidding requirements are for thest: drones early on in this purchasing process*. • Equipment purchases will require an Equipment Release process be completed and this equipment will require an in -person inspection upon delivery. Requirements for Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SHSP) - All requests to purchase Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) with FEMA grant funding must comply with IB 426 and IB 438 and applicants must submit a copy of the agency policies and procedures in place to safeguard individuals' privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties of the jurisdiction that will purchase, take title to or otherwise use the sUAS equipment (Weld County Sheriff). This is my first grant funded drone project so I am also going to touch base with my DHSEM grants team to ensure we understand all requirements. I've attached hard copies of the documents linked above and included a fact sheet on Unmanned aircraft systems and an interagency advisory on the use of technology to detect and mitigate UASs. I don't believe the last advisory applies to this project, but provided it for your reference. The following documentation will be required as part of this HSGP funded project: • Please provide a copy of the policies and procedures for this SWAT Drone equipment as referenced above. These must be provided before any purchase can be made. • Please see the following guidance regarding sUAS and provide a response to the following questions for this project: 1. Provide a complete description/specification(s) of the UAS to include, but not limited to, make, model, operating weight, and manufacturer's country of origin; 2. Line item breakdown of cost(s) contained in the request (e.g., aircraft, sensors, etc.); 3. Method used to determine cost reasonableness; 4. Number of neighboring jurisdictions and/or response agencies with similar sharable capability (via EMAC, MOU or other support agreement); 5. Justify the need for the UAS and how the requested platform best meets that need as compared to other options; 6. Explain how the requested UAS fits into the local and State's integrated operational plans; 7. Explain the types of terrorism prevention and incident response equipment with which the requested UAS will be outfitted; 8. Describe how this UAS will be used operationally and which response assets will be deployed using the requested aircraft; 9. Describe how this UAS will be utilized on a regular, non -emergency basis; and 10. Certify that you have reviewed and understand the DHS Cybersecurity and CSIA, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Fact Sheets at https://www.dhs.gov/publication/uas-fact-sheets and DHS CISA, Chinese Manufactured Unmanned Aircraft Systems Industry Alert (updated and located on the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN)). • The FAA also has guidelines and Operations Rules for all UAS and the grant purchased drone will need to be registered with them once received by your agency, per their guidance. You can access their information at this website: https://www.faa.gov/uas/ There may be additional guidance and requirements from DHSEM that I'm unaware of and I thank you for your flexibility in advance. We may want to schedule a quick call to discuss the bid requirement and to ensure we have all the project paperwork/requirements moving in the right direction. Are you available on November 16th or 17th? I look forward to working with you on behalf of the NEAHR to complete this 2021 HSGP project and enhance the readiness and response capabilities within the NE Region. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. Thanks, Nicole Cantrell Northeast Region Homeland Security Coordinator neahrhscoordinator@gmail.com 2 An official website of the United States government ME — Here's how you know FEMA Preparedness Grants 03OE-07-SUAS - System, Small Unmanned Aircraft Description: A small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) comprises an unmanned aircraft and the equipment necessary for the safe and efficient operation of that aircraft (see definitions below). The system generally includes a fixed or rotary -wing (tethered or non -tethered) aircraft and a Ground Control Station (GCS). sUAS must be operated in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and statutory requirements. Comprehensive sUAS guidance is available on the FAA's website at https://www.faa.gov/uas/. Definitions (see44 U.S.C. § 44801; 49 U.S.C. § 40101 note; 14 C.F.R. § 107.3 for these and other relevant definitions): • Small unmanned aircraft means an unmanned aircraft weighing less than 55 pounds on takeoff, including everything that is on board or otherwise attached to the aircraft. • Small unmanned aircraft system (small UAS) means a small unmanned aircraft and its associated elements (including communication links and the components that control the small unmanned aircraft) that are required for the safe and efficient operation of the small unmanned aircraft in the national airspace system. • Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft. See Item 030E-07-UPGD for accessories and upgrades. Note: Previous item 030E-07-RPVS has been replaced by 030E-07-ROVL (for land vehicles), 030E-07-UMVS (for maritime systems), and 030E-07-SUAS (for aircraft systems). Grant Notes: Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)—also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or drones —are used across our Nation to support emergency incident situational awareness, to monitor and assess critical infrastructure, to provide disaster relief by transporting emergency medical supplies to remote locations, and to aid efforts to secure our borders. However, UAS can also be used for malicious schemes by terrorists, criminal organizations (including transnational organizations), and lone actors with specific objectives. Additional information on this subject is available on the Department of Homeland Security, Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) website at: https://www.dhs.gov/uas-law-enforcement and https://www.dhs.gov/publication/uas-fact-sheets. 1. Provide a complete description/specification(s) of the UAS to include, but not limited to, make, model, operating weight, and manufacturer's country of origin; 2. Line item breakdown of cost(s) contained in the request (e.g., aircraft, sensors, etc.); 3. Method used to determine cost reasonableness; 4. Number of neighboring jurisdictions and/or response agencies with similar sharable capability (via EMAC, MOU or other support agreement); 5. Justify the need for the UAS and how the requested platform best meets that need as compared to other options; 6. Explain how the requested UAS fits into the State/Urban Area's integrated operational plans; 7. Explain the types of terrorism prevention and incident response equipment with which the requested UAS will be outfitted; 8. Describe how this UAS will be used operationally and which response assets will be deployed using the requested aircraft; 9. Describe how this UAS will be utilized on a regular, non -emergency basis; and 10. Certify that you have reviewed and understand the DHS Cybersecurity and CSIA, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Fact Sheets at b_Ups://www.dhs.guLpublication/uas- fact-sheets and DHS CISA, Chinese Manufactured Unmanned Aircraft Systems Industry Alert (updated and located on the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN)). Additionally, pursuant to the February 20, 2015, Additionally, pursuant to the February 20, 2015, Presidential Memorandum titled Promoting Economic Competitiveness While Safeguarding Privacy, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties, in Domestic Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, recipients and subrecipients of Federal funding for the purpose or use of UAS of their own operations are required to have in place policies and procedures to safeguard individuals' privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties prior to expending such funds for the use of UAS. Policies and procedures must conform to the Presidential Memorandum and be included with the waiver request submission. This requirement applies to the jurisdiction that will purchase, take title to, or otherwise use the UAS equipment. Further, you must evaluate applicability of section 889(b) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year2019 (FY2019 NDAA) Pub. L. No. 115-232 (2018), as implemented through 2 C.F.R. § 200.216 and FEMA Policy #405-143-12 C.F.R. § 200.216 and FEMA Policy #405-143-1, Prohibitions on Expending FEMA Award Funds for Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services (Interim). Effective August 13, 2020, the statute and regulation prohibit the use of any federal grant funds from purchasing covered telecommunications equipment or services, discussed /further in FEMA Policy #405-143-1 and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Frequently Asked Questions. As a reminder, in applying for and accepting this award, the recipient certified it will comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including the prohibition on covered telecommunications equipment and services and federal procurement under grants requirements:' Licensing, registration fees, insurance, and all ongoing operational expenses are the responsibility of the recipient or the local units of government and are not allowable under this grant. FEMA Related Grant Programs: • State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) • Urban Areas Security Initiative Program (UASI) • Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP) • Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) • Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) • Emergency Management Performance Grant Program (EMPG) • Operation Stonegarden Program (OPSG) Standardized Equipment List For more information on operating considerations, mandatory and applicable standards, and training requirements, visit the Interagency Board's Standardized Equipment List site. You may also access 030E-07-SUAS - System, Small Unmanned Aircraft directly here. Note: some equipment items on the Authorized Equipment List maynot be listed on the Standardized Equipment List. System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders For market survey reports, visit the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders site. To search for an equipment item, use the same Authorized Equipment List item number. Note: some equipment items may not have market survey reports. Last updated August 9, 2021 Accessibility Accountability, Careers Contact Us FO1A Glossary No FEAR Act Plug -Ins Privacy Report Disaster Fraud Website Information DHS.gov USA.gov Inspector General h.,�� ) FEMA FOLLOW FEMA U.S. Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20472 FEMA Grant Programs Directorate Information Bulletin No. 426 November 1, 2017 MEMORANDUM FOR: All State Administrative Agency Heads All State Administrative Agency Points of Contact All Urban Area Security Initiative Points of Contact All State Homeland Security Advisors All State Emergency Management Agency Directors All Eligible Regional Transit Agencies All Private Sector Transportation Security Partners All Public and Private Sector Port Security Partners All Tribal Nation Pn;nrc of ( nntart FROM: Thomas DiNannc 1� i��--O Assistant Administrator for Grant Programs Federal Emergency Management Agency SUBJECT: Guidance to Recipients and Subrecipients of FEMA Preparedness Grants Regarding Implementation of Executive Order 13809 Restoring State, Tribal, and Local Law Enforcement's Access to Life -Saving Equipment and Resources I. Purpose This Information Bulletin (IB) provides guidance to recipients of FEMA preparedness grants regarding the implementation of Executive Order (EO) 13809 Restoring State, Tribal, and Local Law Enforcement's Access to Life -Saving Equipment and Resources, signed on August 28, 2017. II. Applicability This IB is applicable to all grants awarded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency subject to IB 407a (January 19, 2017) or any previous versions of IB 407, which applied to awards made on or after October 1, 2015. III. Guidance A. Executive Order 13809 Implementation 1. On August 28, 2017, the President signed EO 13809, "Restoring State, Tribal, and Local Law Enforcement's Access to Life -Saving Equipment and Resources." 2. EO 13809 revoked EO 13688 "Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement Equipment Acquisition," dated January 16, 2015. 3. Since IB #407, "Use of Grant Funds for Controlled Equipment" and IB #407a, "Use of Grant Funds for Controlled Equipment: Update for Fiscal Year 2017" were issued in order to comply with Executive Order 13688, these IBs are rescinded, effective immediately. 4. Similarly, FEMA is no longer requiring the use of FEMA Form 087-0-0-1. 5. All references to IBs 407 and 407a and FEMA Form 087-0-0-1 will be removed from the FEMA Authorized Equipment List (AEL) as soon as practical. Until such time as this action is completed, recipients and subrecipients may disregard any requirements in the AEL referencing these IBs. Recipients should contact their GPD or Regional Program Analyst with any and all specific questions. B. Policy on Use of FEMA Grant Awards to Purchase Certain Equipment Items 1. All items that were on the Prohibited Equipment List in IBs 407 and 407a except for tracked armored vehicles (AEL #12VE-00-MISS - Vehicle, Specialized Mission) and urban camouflage uniform items (AEL #01 LE-02-BDUS - Specialized Clothing, NFPA 1975 or NFPA 2112) remain unallowable under any FEMA preparedness grant. 2. Unless noted below, all items that were on the Controlled Equipment List in IBs 407 and 407a are allowable under FEMA preparedness grants, provided that acquisition of the items are consistent with the terms of the award, including the applicable Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). 3. Weapons of any kind (including firearms, grenade launchers, bayonets); ammunition; and weaponized aircraft, vessels, and vehicles of any kind remain unallowable expenses under any FEMA preparedness grant program. 4. Purchase of explosive materials remains subject to the requirements found in IB 419 Purchase of Energetic Materials Using Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Funding. 5. Purchase of fixed or rotary wing aircraft (AEL # 18AC-00-ACFT - Aircraft, CBRNE ) will continue to require a waiver from FEMA by consulting the appropriate FEMA Program Analyst, providing a detailed justification for obligating funds in this category, and receiving approval to obligate funds. A detailed justification must address the following: a. The need for the aircraft and how the requested platform best meets that need as compared to other options; 2 b. How the requested aircraft fits into the State/Urban Area's integrated operational plans; c. Types of terrorism incident response and prevention equipment with which the requested aircraft will be outfitted, if purchased using HSGP funds; d. How the aircraft will be used operationally and which response assets will be deployed using the requested aircraft; and e. How the aircraft will be utilized on a regular, non -emergency basis. Licensing, registration fees, insurance, and all ongoing operational expenses will continue to be the responsibility of the grantee or the local units of government and are not allowable under the grant. 6. Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (AEL #03OE-07-SUAS - System, Small Unmanned Aircraft) are considered aircraft and are required to meet the requirements in #3 above. In addition, all requests to purchase SUAS with FEMA grant funding must also include copies of the policies and procedures in place to safeguard individuals' privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties of the jurisdiction that will purchase, take title to, or otherwise use the SUAS equipment, see Presidential Memorandum: Promoting Economic Competitiveness While Safeguarding Privacy, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties, in Domestic Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, issued February 20, 2015. 7. Equipment intended to be used for riot suppression including riot batons, riot helmets, and riot shields continues to be an unallowable expense under any FEMA preparedness grant program. 8. Recipients and subrecipients must continue to comply with all other equipment acquisition requirements of their award's applicable NOFO, including requirements governing the acquisition of equipment not identified in the AEL. IV. Questions Questions regarding this IB may be directed to the applicable GPD or Regional Program Analyst. V. Review Date This IB will be reviewed within five years (5) from date of issuance. 3 U.S. Department of Homeland Security Washington, DC 20472 FEMA Grant Programs Directorate Information Bulletin No. 438 January 31, 2019 MEMORANDUM FOR: All State Administrative Agency Heads All State Administrative Agency Points of Contact All Urban Areas Security Initiative Points of Contact All State Homeland Security Directors All State Emergency Management Agency Directors FROM: Christopher P. Logan /— L Acting Assistant Administrator for Grant Programs Federal Emergency Management Agency SUBJECT: I. Purpose Guidance for Use of Operation Stonegarden Funds for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Certain Costs Related to Transportation and Medical Care This Information Bulletin (IB) provides updated allowability guidance for Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) under the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) for certain costs related to transportation, medical care, medical emergency countermeasures, and unmanned aircraft systems. This IB supplements existing allowability language contained in the applicable HSGP Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs). II. Applicability This IB applies to recipients and subrecipients under all currently open and future OPSG awards. The United States Border Patrol (USBP) has identified several transportation and medical -related costs routinely incurred by OPSG recipients and subrecipients while transporting subjects interdicted while carrying out allowable OPSG-funded activities or operations. FEMA has reviewed these types of costs and determined that eligible non -Federal entities may use OPSG funding for costs or the reimbursement of costs as described in section III, below, provided that such costs were incurred during the award's period of performance and are otherwise allowable under the terms of the underlying HSGP award. III. Allowable Costs and Guidance A. Transportation and Costs Related to the Provision of Acute Medical Care 1. Vehicle, fuel, mileage, operational overtime, and other types of costs otherwise allowable under an OPSG award's HSGP NOFO are allowable where the costs are in support of the necessary transportation of individuals interdicted while carrying out allowable OPSG-funded activities or operations from the point of interdiction to an applicable law enforcement facility. 2. When transporting individuals interdicted in the course of carrying out allowable OPSG-funded activities or operations from the point of interdiction, non -Federal entities may charge vehicle, fuel, mileage, operational overtime, and other types of costs otherwise allowable under an OPSG award's HSGP NOFO associated with necessary transportation to provide acute medical care for individuals being transported from the point of interdiction. In such cases, non -Federal entities may also charge operational overtime for personnel that monitor a detained individual receiving acute medical care where the individual remains in the custody of the non -Federal law enforcement agency. Costs incurred beyond the acute phase of medical care (e.g., upon admission to the hospital, or after transfer from an acute care facility to the hospital) and costs incurred once the custodial responsibility of the individual is transferred to CBP are not allowable under OPSG. 3. Costs described above in sections III.A.1 and 2 are allowable regardless of what entity or agency initially makes the interdiction. 4. Personnel costs incurred by non -Federal law enforcement agencies eligible under OPSG (including deputies, corrections officers, or detention officers) for costs described above in sections III.A.1 and 2 are allowable. B. Medical Emergency Countermeasures 1. FEMA and USBP support efforts to enhance the safety of law enforcement officers. 2. Allowable expenses include narcotic antagonist pharmaceuticals, detection and identification equipment, safe storage and transportation, personnel protective equipment, and initial equipment training. The Authorized Equipment List (AEL) will be updated to reflect OPSG allowability for these expenses. C. Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS) 1. The acquisition of SUAS is allowable under OPSG. Non -Federal entities seeking to acquire SUAS with OPSG funds must comply with the requirements and guidance set forth in IB No. 426 and AEL #03OE-07-SUAS - System, Small Unmanned Aircraft. The purchase of this equipment requires prior written approval from the FEMA Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) in a manner consistent with the guidance in IB No. 426. IB No. 426 includes a requirement that all requests to purchase SUAS with FEMA grant funding must also include copies of the policies and procedures in place to safeguard individuals' privacy, 2 civil rights, and civil liberties of the jurisdiction that will purchase, take title to, or otherwise use the SUAS equipment, see Presidential Memorandum: Promoting Economic Competitiveness While Safeguarding Privacy, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties, in Domestic Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, issued February 20, 2015. The AEL will be updated to reflect allowability under OPSG. D. As with all allowable expenditures under HSGP, recipients must agree to and approve the use of funds for the purposes described in this IB and request to amend their grant award accordingly. E. Under OPSG, non -Federal entities choosing to use funds for these costs must also collaborate with the appropriate USBP sector, USBP Headquarters, and FEMA GPD in a manner consistent with the terms of the HSGP grant award, including the applicable HSGP NOFO. F. Non -Federal entities must continue to comply with all applicable provisions of their awards, including the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards at 2 C.F.R. Part 200. Such provisions of OPSG awards also include the limitations on personnel costs, including the 50 percent cap on personnel costs unless a waiver is approved as described in the applicable HSGP NOFO. G. Non -Federal entities who wish to use funding for costs associated with the allowable costs identified under the terms of this IB should contact their SAA with any questions concerning the need for modification of their subawards, and for instructions on how to properly charge and account for those costs under their subawards. The SAA, as the grant recipient, is responsible for clearly communicating the approval of any requests to use applicable funding for these costs to the subrecipient(s). Additionally, the SAA is responsible for ensuring that the terms and conditions of any existing subaward or other agreements or contracts that may require modification as a result of the reprioritization are updated in a manner that is consistent with the applicable provisions of the terms of the applicable award, and any applicable state or local laws. The SAA is also responsible for clearly communicating any new or updated terms and conditions to the subrecipient(s). IV. Questions Any questions regarding this IB may be directed to your FEMA Program Analyst (PA) or the Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk (CSID) at askcsid@fema.dhs.gov or (800) 368-6498. V. Review Date This IB will be reviewed within five years (5) from date of issuance. 3 omeland Security Unmw. n n e ireraft Systems Addressing Critical Infrastructure Security Challenges What Is the Threat? In addition to recreational use, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or drones are used across our Nation to support firefighting and search and rescue operations, to monitor and assess critical infrastructure, to provide disaster relief by transporting emergency medical supplies to remote locations, and to aid efforts to secure our borders. However, UAS can also be used for malicious schemes by terrorists, criminal organizations (including transnational organizations), and lone actors with specific objectives. UAS-related threats may include: • Weaponized or Smuggling Payloads — Depending on power and payload size, UAS may be capable of transporting contraband, chemical, or other explosive/weaponized payloads. • Prohibited Surveillance and Reconnaissance — UAS are capable of silently monitoring a large area from the sky for nefarious purposes. • Intellectual Property Theft — UAS can be used to perform cyber crimes involving theft of trade secrets, technologies, or sensitive information. • Intentional Disruption or Harassment — UAS may be used to disrupt or invade the privacy of other individuals. by Is This Threat Imps rtant t Critical Infrastructure? Since UAS use in the United States has increased as a cost-effective, versatile business and national security tool, as well as a popular recreational hobby, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) estimates combined hobbyist and commercial UAS sales will rise from 2.5 million in 2016 to 7 million by 2020. As a result, potential threats associated with UAS will continue to expand in nature and rjell IJAS flying near a bridge in New York City (Source: DIES) increase in volume in the coming years. Because of their physical and operational characteristics, UAS can often evade detection and create challenges for the critical infrastructure community. What ctiOns an You Take? Recognizing and implementing security practices that meet Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements are key to successfully managing potential security incidents associated with UAS. Although no single solution will fully mitigate this risk, there are several measures that can be taken to address UAS-related security challenges: • Research and implement legally approved counter-UAS technology. • Know the air domain around the facility and who has authority to take action to enhance security. • Contact the FAA to consider UAS restrictions in close proximity to fixed site facilities. More information can be found at www.faa.gov/uas/. • Update Emergency/Incident Action Plans to include UAS security and response strategies. • Build Federal, State, and local partnerships for adaptation of best practices and information sharing. More information can be found at www.dhs.gov/hometown-security. Report potential UAS threats to your local law enforcement agency. February 2017 III Official website of the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Department of Homeland Security Archived Content In an effort to keep DHS.gov current, the archive contains outdated information that may not reflect current policy or programs. Interagency Issues Advisory on Use of Technology to Detect and Mitigate Unmanned Aircraft Systems Release Date: August 17, 2020 WASHINGTON - Today, the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued an advisory guidance document (https://www.dhs.guLpublication/interagency-legal-advisory-uas-detection-and-mitigation-technologies) to help non-federal public and private entities better understand the federal laws and regulations that may apply to the use of capabilities to detect and mitigate threats posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations. The "Advisory on the Application of Federal Laws to the Acquisition and Use of Technology to Detect and Mitigate Unmanned Aircraft Systems" (the "Advisory") provides a brief overview of various provisions of the U.S. criminal code enforced by DOJ, as well as federal laws and regulations related to aviation safety and efficiency, transportation and airport security, and the radiofrequency spectrum administered respectively by the FAA, DHS, and FCC. "As the number of drones in our airspace continue to rise, it is unsurprising that the availability of counter -drone technologies has likewise increased," said Deputy Attorney General Jeffrey A. Rosen. "Because these technologies may be presented for sale without a full discussion of important legal requirements, this Advisory steps forward to provide an outline of the relevant legal landscape. By encouraging a common understanding of potentially applicable laws, the Advisory can help foster responsible industry growth and promote public safety." The Advisory has been issued at a time when the commercial demand for UAS detection and mitigation is high, but the authority to use those capabilities is far from clear. To date, Congress has given limited authority to only four federal Departments - Defense, Energy, Justice, and Homeland Security - to engage in UAS detection and mitigation activities, notwithstanding certain otherwise potentially applicable federal criminal laws. The Departments and Agencies issuing the Advisory do not have the authority to approve non- federal public and private use of UAS detection or mitigation capabilities, nor do they conduct legal reviews of commercially available products' compliance with those laws. The Advisory urges entities to take the advice presented in this Advisory seriously - to consult with counsel and think carefully about the functionality of individual detection or mitigation systems, the way the system operates, and the way the system will be used. A thorough understanding of how a system functions and the applicable law is necessary to ensure that, if UAS detection and mitigation technologies are employed, they will be used effectively, responsibly, and legally. Although the Advisory is an important discussion of potentially applicable federal law and regulations in this space, it cautions that additional state or local laws may apply, and that entities should further consider the impacts such technology could have on privacy, civil liberties, and civil rights. The Advisory can be found here (https://www.dhs.gadpublication/interagency-legal-advisory-uas-detection- and-mitigation-technologies) . Topics: Homeland Security Enterprise ( topics/homeland-security-enterprise)_ Keywords: Drone (keywords drone), Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)_(Lywords uas)_ Last Published Date: August 17, 2020 Contract Form New Contract Request Entity Information Entity Name* Entity ID* DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND g00028683 SECURITY Contract Name* 2021 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT AWARD Contract Status CTB REVIEW ❑ New Entity? Contract ID 5364 Contract Lead* MKNEE Contract Lead Email mkneeveldgov.com; skohlgraf weldgov.corn Parent Contract ID Requires Board Approval YES Department Project # Contract Description* HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT FUNDING (SHSG) THROUGH NORTHEAST ALL HAZARD REGION (NEAHR) STEERING COMMITTEE.COVERS TIME PERIOD LATE 2021 TO MID 2023. MANAGED BY CITY OF GREELEY (FISCAL AGENT) FOR APPROVED DRONE PURCHASE Contract Description 2 REGIONAL SWAT TEAM SMALL UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEM (SUAS) Contract Type* GRANT Amount* $ 31,494.75 Renewable * NO Automatic Renewal NO Grant YES IGA Department SHERIFF Department Email CM-Sheriffgweldgov.com Department Head Email CM-Sheriff- DeptHeadnweldgov.com County Attorney GENERAL COUNTY ATTORNEY EMAIL County Attorney Email CM- COUNTYATTORNEY aWELDG OV.COM Requested BOCC Agenda Date* 10.2702021 Due Date 10:23 2021 Will a work session with BOCC be required?* NO Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be included? Grant Deadline Date If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID Note: the Previous Contract Number and Master Services Agreement Number should be left blank if those contracts are not in OnBase act Dates Effective Date Termination Notice Period Contact Information Contact Info Contact Name Purchasing Purchasing Approver Approval Process Department Head D©NNIE PATCH OH Approved Date 10!25;2021 Final Approva BOCC Approved YES BOCC Signed Date 10127/2021 BOCC Agenda Date 10/2712021 Originator SKOHLGRAF Review Date* 04.01.2023 Committed Delivery Date Contact Type Contact Email Finance Approver BARB CONNOLLY Renewal Date Expiration Date* 06101/2023 Contact Phone 2 Purchasing Approved Date Finance Approved Date 10.25/2021 Tyler Ref 2021-3030 Legal Counsel KARIN MCDOUGAL Legal Counsel Approved Date 10'25/2021 Hello