HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4002-07-2011A Resolution
NO. 4002 -07 -2011
AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE OF $76,921.12 IN GRANT
FUNDS FROM THE FISCAL YEAR 2012 STATE COVERDELL FORENSIC SCIENCE
IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM 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) is funding grant
projects throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Worth (City), by and through its Police Department, has written a
grant application for submission to the CJD for the following project:
The Police Department is requesting $76,921.12 in funding to purchase a Leeds LCF
1600 comparison microscope to enhance bullet and cartridge case comparison
examinations; as well as two printers and two computers for the Latent Print Unit to
increase the quality and amount of digital images produced.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Fort Worth finds it in the best interest of the
citizens of Fort Worth that the 2012 State Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant Program be
operated for the Fiscal Year 2012 Grant Cycle; and
WHEREAS, the approval by CJD of the grant application is contingent upon the passage of a
resolution by the City containing certain assurances;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
1. The City Council ratifies the submission of the grant application to the Office of the Governor,
Criminal Justice Division, for the 2012 State Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant
Program;
2. The City Council authorizes 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.
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Resolution No. 4002 -07 -2011
Adopted this 19th day of July 2011.
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APPROVED
CITY COUNCIL
JUL 19 2011
City Secretary of the
of Fort Worth, Texas
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 7/19/2011 - Ordinance No. 19778'& Resolution No. 4002'
DATE: Tuesday, July 19, 2011 REFERENCE NO.: **C -25024
LOG NAME: 35CJD2012COVERDELL
SUBJECT:
Ratify the Application for and Authorize the Acceptance of, if Awarded, the Fiscal Year 2012 Coverdell
Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant in the Amount of $76,921.12 from the State of Texas, Office of the
Governor, Criminal Justice Division, Adopt Related Resolution and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance (ALL
COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify the application for the Fiscal Year 2012 Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant from
the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division, in the amount of $76,921.12;
2. Authorize the City Manager to accept, reject, alter or terminate, if awarded, the Fiscal Year 2012
Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant;
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract in connection with the acceptance of the grant, if
awarded;
4. Adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the Police Department's application for and acceptance of
$76,921.12 in grant funds from the Fiscal Year 2012 Coverdell Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant and
the making of assurances required by the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office; and
5. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the
Grants Fund in the amount of $76,921.12 upon receipt of the grant.
DISCUSSION:
Each year, the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office funds grant projects throughout the
State under the Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant Program. The Police Department has
applied for $76,921.12 in funding under the Fiscal Year 2012 Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement
Grant to purchase a Leeds LCF comparison microscope and two new printers and two new computers for
the Latent Print Unit. The Leeds LFC microscope will enhance and increase the current capabilities for
bullet and cartridge case comparison examinations. The two new printers and two new computers will
enhance and improve the Latent Print Unit's digital imaging capabilities. One of the goals under this grant
program is to increase the amount of bullet and cartridge case comparison examinations. Another goal is
to increase the amount and enhance the quality of Latent Print digital images.
The grant requires that the City adopt a resolution which provides assurances that funds will be returned
to the Criminal Justice Division, in full, in the event of loss or misuse of CJD grant funds and which
designates the official authorized to accept, reject or alter the grant.
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FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Financial Management Services Director 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 Fund.
FUND CENTERS:
TO Fund /Account/Centers FROM Fund /Account/Centers
GR76 451644 035202535000 $76.921.12
GR76 5(VARIOUS) 035202535010 $76.921.12
CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Charles Daniels (6199)
Originating Department Head: Jeffrey W. Halstead (4210)
Additional Information Contact: Monique Lee (4221)
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