HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4661-08-2016 A Resolution
NO. 4661-08-2016
RATIFY APPLICATION FOR AND AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF THE GRANT PROJECT
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2017 STATE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT FROM THE STATE OF
TEXAS, OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION AND MAKING
ASSURANCES REQUIRED BY THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION OF THE GOVERNOR'S
OFFICE
WHEREAS, the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office (CJD) funds grant projects
throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Fort Worth finds that it is in the best interest of the
citizens of Fort Worth to utilize grant funds from the CJD for Fort Worth Police Department K-9 Unit for
two canines during the Fiscal Year 2017 Grant Cycle: and
WHEREAS, the release of the grant funds is contingent upon the completion of specified
requirements set by the CJD, including the passage of a Resolution by the City Council containing certain
assurances.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
WORTH,TEXAS,THAT:
1. The City Council ratifies the above-referenced modification of the grant project for the Fiscal Year
2017 State Justice Assistance Grant from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice
Division;
2. The City Council designates the City Manager, through the Assistant City Manager for Police, to
apply for, accept, reject, alter or terminate this grant on behalf of the City; and
3. In the event of loss or misuse of the CJD grant funds, the City assures that the funds will be returned
to the CJD in full.
ADOPTED THIS 9h day of August, 2016.
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Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 8/9/2016 - Ordinance No. 22348-08-2016 & Resoluion No.
4661-08-2016
DATE: Tuesday, August 9, 2016 REFERENCE NO.: **C-27858
LOG NAME: 35CJD17 STATEJAG
SUBJECT:
Ratify Application for and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded, the Fiscal Year 2017 State Justice
Assistance Grant in the Amount of$16,326.00 from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal
Justice Division, Authorize Execution of Related Grant Agreement, Adopt Resolution and Adopt
Appropriation Ordinance (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify the application for and authorize the acceptance of, if awarded, the Fiscal Year 2017 State
Justice Assistance Grant from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division in the
amount of$16,326.00;
2. Authorize the execution of a Grant Agreement with the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal
Justice Division for the Fiscal Year 2017 State Justice Assistance Grant;
3. Adopt the attached resolution for acceptance of grant funds in the amount of$16,326.00 and to make
assurances as required by the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division; and
4. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the
Grants Operating Federal Fund in the amount of$16,326.00 upon receipt of the grant.
DISCUSSION:
Each year, the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office funds projects throughout the
State of Texas under the State Justice Assistance Grant Program. The Fort Worth Police Department
submitted an application for the Fort Worth Police Department K-9 Unit in the amount of$16,000.00 for
two canines. The overall goal of this project is to utilize canines as a tool that aids officers in
investigations, conducting high-risk searches and the detection of narcotics to efficiently ensure the safety
of the citizens of Fort Worth, surrounding cities and communities and officers. Canines are a proven force
multiplier in the field, as well as a tool to ensure officer safety.
The CJD allows up to two percent of the total award amount to be applied towards indirect costs if the
agency does not have a current, approved indirect cost rate. Staff requests that $326.00 of the total
award amount be used for indirect costs, if the grant is awarded.
The CJD requires that the City adopt a resolution to provide assurances that funds will be returned to the
CJD, in full, in the event of loss or misuse of CJD grant funds. The City is also required to designate an
official authorized to accept, reject or alter the grant.
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This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher
education: State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division.
FISCAL INFORMATION /CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations, receipt of the grant
and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance, funds will be available in the current operating
budget, as appropriated, of the Grants Operating Federal Fund. If awarded, funds will be received on a
reimbursable basis.
FUND IDENTIFIERS (FIDs):
TO
Fund Department Accouni Project Program Activity Budget Reference # Amount
ID ID Year Chartfield 2
21001 0350420 4434100 XXXXX 993501 $16,326.0
21001 0350420 5 MISC XXXXX 993501 $16,326.00
FROM
Fund Department ccoun Project Program ctivity Budget Reference # moun
ID ID Year Chartfield 2
CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by_, Valerie R. Washington (6192)
Originating Department Head: Joel F. Fitzgerald (4140)
Additional Information Contact: Sasha Kane (4243)
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