HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4990-10-2018 A Resolution
NO. 4990-10-2018
RATIFY APPLICATION FOR AND AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF THE GRANT PROJECT
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2019 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 Fugitive Unit for officer
safety equipment during the Fiscal Year 2019 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
2019 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 16th day of October, 2018.
ATTEST: 01F F0
By.
Mary . Kayser,Ci ec
TAS
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 10/161201$ .-Ordinance No._2344'1-10-20'18 & Resolution
No, 4990-1440.18.
DATE: Tuesday, October 16, 2018 REFERENCE NO.: **C-28894
LOG NAME: 35CJD19 STATEJAG
SUBJECT:
Ratify Application for and Authorize Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2019 State of Texas, Office of the
Governor, Criminal Justice Division (CJD), State Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the Amount of
$26,504.00 Authorized Under the Department of Justice (DOJ), Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant (JAG) Program, 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 2019 Office of
the Governor(OOG), Criminal Justice Division (CJD), Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program authorized
under the Department of Justice, Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program in the
amount of$26,504.00;
2. Authorize the execution of a Grant Agreement with the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal
Justice Division for the Fiscal Year 2019 State Justice Assistance Grant;
3. Adopt the attached resolution for acceptance of grant funds in the amount of$26,504.00 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$26,504.00 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 Department of Justice Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Program. The Fort Worth Police Department submitted an application for the Fort Worth Police
Department Fugitive Unit in the amount of$26,504.00 for officer safety equipment. The overall goal of this
project is to provide added protection to officers making arrests of dangerous individuals with active arrest
warrants that may pose a threat to the officers and the community. The City of Fort Worth Police
Department is requesting funds to purchase (1) wireless pole camera, (2) ballistic shields, and (10)
primary body armor tactical/ballistic vests to help ensure the safety of the nine (9) officers and the one (1)
sergeant in the Fugitive Unit.
No matching funds are required. This grant is not eligible for indirect costs because no City salaries .are
being requested.
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This grant serves ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
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.
These are Federal funds being passed through the State.
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. The Police Department is responsible-for
the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. If awarded, the City will be paid on a reimbursement
basis.
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CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Jay Chapa (5804)
Originating Department Head: Joel F. Fitzgerald (4231)
Additional Information Contact: Angela.Miller (4441)
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