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CITY SECRETARY
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2019 State & Local Task Force Agreement
Program Funded (SURGE)
8 ` Dallas Field Division
9 HIDTA Group 2
City of Fort Worth
Fort Worth Police Department
This agreement is made this November 8 , 2018, between the United States
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (hereinafter "DEA"), and the City of
Fort Worth, Texas acting on behalf of the Fort Worth Police Department (hereinafter "FWPD").
The DEA is authorized to enter into this cooperative agreement concerning the use and abuse of
controlled substances under the provisions of 21 U.S.C. § 873.
WHEREAS there is evidence that trafficking in narcotics and dangerous drugs exists in the
area and that such illegal activity has a substantial and detrimental effect on the health and
general welfare of the people of Tarrant County,the parties hereto agree to the following:
1. The High Intensity Drug Trafficking Task Force (hereinafter "HIDTA") will perform the
activities and duties described below:
a. disrupt the illicit drug traffic in the Tarrant County area by immobilizing targeted
violators and trafficking organizations;
b. gather and report intelligence data relating to trafficking in narcotics and dangerous
drugs; and
c. conduct undercover operations where appropriate and engage in other traditional
methods of investigation in order that the task force's activities will result in effective
prosecution before the courts of the United States and the State of Texas.
2. To accomplish the objectives of the HIDTA, the FWPD agrees to detail one (1)experienced
officer(s)to the HIDTA for a period of not less than two years. During this period of assignment,
the FWPD officers will be under the direct supervision and control of DEA supervisory
personnel assigned to the task force.
3. The FWPD officers assigned to the task force shall adhere to all DEA policies and procedures.
Failure to adhere to DEA policies and procedures shall be grounds for dismissal from the task
force.
4. FWPD officers assigned to the task force shall be deputized as task force officers of DEA
pursuant to 21 USC 878.
5. To accomplish the objectives of the HIDTA, DEA will assign three (3) Special Agents to the
task force. HIDTA will also, subject to the availability of annually appropriated funds or any
continuing resolution thereof,provide necessary funds and equipment to support the activities of
the DEA Special Agents and FWPD officers assigned to the task force. This support will
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include: office space, office supplies travel funds, funds for the purchase of evidence and
information, investigative equipment, training and other support items.
6. During the period of assignment to the HIDTA, the FWPD will remain responsible for
establishing the salaries and benefits, including overtime, of the FWPD officers assigned to the
task force and for making all payments due them. HIDTA will, subject to availability of funds,
reimburse the FWPD for overtime payments made by it to the FWPD officers assigned to the
HIDTA Task Force for overtime, up to a sum equivalent to 25 percent of the salary of a GS-12,
Step 1 (RUS) federal employee, currently$18,343.75, per officer. Note: Task Force Officer's
overtime "Shall not include any costs for benefits,such as retirement, FICA, and other
expenses."
7. In no event will the FWPD charge any indirect cost rate to DEA for the administration or
implementation of this agreement.
8. The FWPD shall maintain on a current basis complete and accurate records and accounts of all
obligations and expenditures of funds under this agreement in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles and instructions provided by DEA to facilitate on-site inspection
and auditing of such records and accounts.
9. The FWPD shall permit and have readily available for examination and auditing by DEA,the
United States Department of Justice, the Comptroller General of the United States, and any of
their duly authorized agents and representatives, any and all records, documents, accounts,
invoices, receipts or expenditures relating to this agreement. The FWPD shall maintain all such
reports and records until all litigation, claim, audits and examinations are completed and
resolved, or for a period of three(3) years after termination of this agreement, whichever is later.
10. The FWPD shall comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973,the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, and all
requirements imposed by or pursuant to the regulations of the United States Department of
Justice implementing those laws, 28 C.F.R. Part 42, Subparts C,F, G, H and I.
11. The FWPD agrees that an authorized officer or employee will execute and return to DEA the
attached OJP Form 4061/6, Certification Regarding Lobbying; Debarment, suspension and Other
Responsibility Matters; and drug-Free Workplace Requirements. The FWPD acknowledges that
this agreement will not take effect and no federal funds will be awarded until the completed
certification is received.
12. When issuing statements,press releases requests for proposals, bid solicitations and other
documents describing projects or programs funded in whole or part with federal money,the
FWPD shall clearly state: (1) percentage of the total cost of the program or project which will be
financed with federal money and (2) the dollar amount of federal funds for the program or
project.
13. The term of this agreement shall be effective from October 1, 2018 until September 30, 2019.
This agreement may be terminated by either party on 30 days advance written notice. Billing for
all outstanding obligations must be received by DEA within 90 days of the date of termination of
this agreement. HIDTA will be responsible only for obligations incurred by FWPD during the
term of this agreement.
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14. By entering into this agreement, neither party waives any immunities or defenses available
to it in statute or the common law.
For the Drug Enforcement Administration:
Date:
Clyde E. Shelley,Jr.
Special Agent in Charge
For the City of Fort Worth/Fort Worth Police Department
Date: /
Joel F. Fitzgerald. Sr. Ph.D.
Chief of Police
Fort Worth Police Department
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Jay Chapa
Assistant City Manager
City of Fort Worth
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY
Date:
Matthew A. Murray
Assistant City Attorney
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ATTESTED BY:
Mary J. Ka er
City Secretary
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CONTRACT COMPLIANCE MANAGER:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the person responsible for the monitoring and administration
of this contract, including ensuring all performance and reporting requirements.
Date: ` ` / J g/
Kr' tina Ashton
Finance Manager
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
4 FT WORTH, TX
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS
' OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER
CERTIFICATIONS REGARDING LOBBYING' DEBARMENT SUSPENSION AND
OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS; AND DRU&-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should refer to the regulations cited below to determine the certification to which they are required to
attest. Applicants should also review the instructions for certification Included in the regulations before completing this
from. Signature of this form provides for compliance with certification requirements under 28 CFR Part 69,"New
Restrictions on Lobbying'and 28 CFR Part 87,"Government-wide Department and Suspension(Nonprocurement and
Government-wide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace(Grants)."The certifications shaft be treated as a material
representation of fact upon reliance will be placed when the Department of Justice determines to award the
covered transaction,grant,or cooperative agreement.
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2. Applicatlen Number and/or Project Name 3. Grantee IRS/Vendor Number
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: Tuesday, August 6, 2019 REFERENCE NO.: **M&C 19-0032
LOG NAME: 35FY2019-20 HIDTA SURGE
SUBJECT:
Ratify Execution of Agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement
Administration, for Reimbursement of Overtime Costs in an Amount Up to $36,687.50 for Participation in
the Texoma High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Western Drug Squad/Group 2 SURGE Program Task
Force for Fiscal Years 2019 & 2020, and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify the execution of an Agreement with the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement
Administration, for reimbursement of overtime costs for participation in the Texoma High Intensity Drug
Trafficking Areas Western Drug Squad/Group 2 SURGE Program for Fiscal Years 2019 & 2020;
2. Authorize the acceptance of an amount up to $36,687.50 for the reimbursement of overtime costs for
one officer assigned to the Texoma High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Western Drug Squad/Group 2
SURGE Program Task Force for two years; and
3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the
Grants Operating Federal Fund in an amount of$36,687.50, upon execution of the Agreement.
DISCUSSION:
Since 1999, the City of Fort Worth has worked cooperatively with the United States Department of Justice,
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to address the problem of drug trafficking in North Texas through
various task forces. The Texoma High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Western Drug
Squad/Group 2 SURGE Program Task Force seeks to disrupt the illicit drug traffic in the City of Fort Worth
by immobilizing targeted violators and trafficking organizations, gathering and reporting intelligence data
relating to trafficking of narcotics and other dangerous drugs, and by conducting undercover operations
where appropriate.
The task force will also engage in other traditional methods of investigations in order that the task force's
activities will result in effective prosecution in both State and federal courts.
The Fort Worth Police Department currently will assign one officer to the HIDTA Western Drug Squad
SURGE Program Task Force. The City of Fort Worth will be reimbursed by the DEA for overtime
expenses related to the department's participation in the task force in an amount not to exceed
$36,687.50. Benefits such as retirement, FICA and other expenses are not reimbursable. No matching
funds are required. This is a reimbursement agreement and indirect costs are prohibited.
This task force serves ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
A Form 1295 is not required for this contract because: This contract will be with a governmental entity,
state agency or public institution of higher education: Drug Enforcement Administration
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FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations, execution of the
Agreement and the adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance, funds will be available in the current
operating budget, as appropriated, of the Grants Operating Federal Fund. This is a reimbursement grant.
The Police Department is responsible for requesting all reimbursements.
FUND IDENTIFIERS (FIDs):
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Fundl Department ccoun Project Program ctivity Budget Reference # moun
ID ID Year (Chartfield 2)
FROM
Fund Department ccoun Project Program ctivity Budget Reference # moun
ID ID Year (Chartfield 2)
CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Jay Chapa (5804)
Originating Department Head: Edwin Kraus (4131)
Additional Information Contact: Kristina Ashton (4224)
ATTACHMENTS
1. 35FY2019-20 HIDTA SURGE 21001 A019.docx (Public)
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