HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5340-02-2021 A Resolution
NO. 5340-02-2021
AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR AND AUTHORIZE ACCEPTANCE OF THE GRANT
PROJECT FOR THE VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT FORMULA GRANT PROGRAM FROM THE
STATE OF TEXAS, OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION AND
MAKE 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 fields from the CJD for the Fort Worth Police Department Victim
Assistance Unit for an additional Victim Assistance Specialist Position and a High Risk Family Violence
Specialist Position during the Fiscal Year 2022 Grant Cycle; and
WHEREAS, 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 grant project from the Victims of Crime Act Formula
Grant Program from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division;
2. The City Council designates the City Manager, through the Deputy City Manager, 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 2nd day of February 2021.
ATTEST: J
By:
Mary J.Kayser, City Secretary
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 02/02/21 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-0095
LOG NAME: 35FY22-OOG-CJD-VICTIMS OF CRIME FORMULA GRANT
SUBJECT
(ALL)Authorize Application for, and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded,the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division,Victims of Crime
Act Formula Grant to Occur in Fiscal Year 2022 in an Amount of$185,648.00,Adopt Resolution,Authorize Execution of Related Grant Agreement,
and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize application for,and authorize acceptance of,if awarded,the Fiscal Year 2022 Victims of Crime Act Formula Grant from the Office
of the Governor,Criminal Justice Division,in an amount of$185,648.00;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Office of the Governor,Criminal Justice Division for the Fiscal Year 2022 grant;
3. Adopt the attached resolution 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 receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund in an amount of
$185,648.00.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose, of the Office of the Governor(OOG),Criminal Justice Division(CJD),Victims of Crime Act(VOCA)Formula Grant, Fiscal Year
2022, is to provide services and assistance directly to victims of crime to speed their recovery and provide aid through the criminal justice
process. If awarded,grant will continue to fund two positions in the Fort Worth Police Department's Victim Assistance Unit(Victim Assistance
Specialist and High Risk Family Violence Specialist).The grant period for this award is from 10/01/2021 to 09/3012022.
The overall goal,of the COG,CJD,VOCA Formula Grants,is to reduce the trauma experienced by crime victims.This is achieved by providing
efficient and comprehensive advocacy and services for all victims of violent crime and conduct outreach and education to victims of family violence
exhibiting high risk factors.Through these services,the likelihood of repeat victimization and intimate partner homicide is reduced.
There is a match requirement of 20%of the total budget.A portion of the Victim Assistant Coordinator's time will fulfill this requirement.The Fiscal
Year 2022 General Fund budget will be used to meet this match requirement.
The attached resolution affirms that 1)the City Council has ratified the grant project;2)designates the City Manager,through the Deputy City
Manager,to apply for,accept,reject,alter,or terminate the grant on behalf of the City;and 3)in the event of loss or misuse of CJD grant funds,the
City assures that the funds will be returned to the CJD in full.
A portion of the awarded funds will be used to cover indirect costs at the Police Department's approved rate(currently 4.89%).
A Form 1295 is not required because:This contract will be with a governmental entity,state agency or public institution of higher education:Office
of the Governor,Criminal Justice Division
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance,funds
will be available in the current operating budget,as appropriated,in the Grants Operating Federal Fund and the match requirement will be
budgeted for in the Fiscal Year 2022 Police Department General Fund budget.The Police Department(and Financial Management Services)will
be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City.Prior to an expenditure being incurred,the Police Department has the
responsibility to validate the availability of funds.This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office--W. Jay Chapa 5804
Originating Business Unit Head: Ed Kraus 4231
Additional Information Contact: Heidi Yaple 4228