WHOLE BLOOD SAFE STREETS

Safety and Health Committee · 2026-09-08 · resolution

This is a legislative item for a resolution retroactively approving and authorizing Miami-Dade County, through the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department, to apply for, receive, and expend up to $3,405,936.00 in grant funds from the United States Department of Transportation through its Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program for the implementation of the Whole Blood Initiative. The initiative is countywide and aims to reduce roadway fatalities by addressing hemorrhagic shock. A local match of at least 20% ($851,484.00) from Fire District funds is required. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Safety and Health Committee on 9/8/2026. The agenda date is 10/6/2026. No specific street address, parcel, or acreage is stated. The project involves acquiring, equipping, and deploying 7 whole blood transport vehicles, 1 program coordinator vehicle, and 2 air rescue helicopters with low-titer O negative whole blood or other compatible products. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.