The Fire Department is required to pay annual fees for professional certifications for Fort Worth firefighters as required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP), the governing and certifying agency. It was necessary to pay the fees prior to City Council approval to avoid a $15,000.00 penalty if the fees were not paid by October 31, 2009. PRICE ANALYSIS - Throughout the fiscal year, firefighters will be required to secure other certifications through the TCFP. The fee for all certifications is $35.00 per person on an as-needed basis. The City estimates spending $60,000.00 throughout the first year for necessary certifications. TERM - With City Council's ratification, fees will be paid retroactive to October 23, 2009, and paid through October 22, 2010. ADMINISTRATIVE INCREASE - An administrative increase of the fee amount may be made by the City Manager, or his designee, for a total amount up to $15,000.00 and does not require specific City Council approval so long as sufficient funds have been appropriated. RENEWALS - This authorization will be used to pay certification fees for four additional one year periods at the City's option. This action does not require specific City Council approval provided that the City Council has appropriated sufficient funds to pay the fees for each year.
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