HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5389-05-2021A Resolution
NO. 5389-05-2021
AUTHORIZING THE MAKING OF ASSURANCES REQUIRED BY THE OFFICE OF THE
ATTORNEY GENERAL CRIME VICTIM SERVICES DIVISION IN CONNECTION WITH
THE VICTIM COORDINATOR AND LIAISON FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 GRANT FUNDS
WHEREAS , each year, the Office of the Attorney General ("OAG") funds grant projects throughout the
state;
WHEREAS , the City of Fort Worth ("City"), by and through its Police Department, has applied for the
OAG, Crime Victim Services Division, Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant for the Fiscal Year 2022-
2023 Grant Cycle for the following project:
Salmy, for one bilingual victim assistance specialist. The total amount dedicated to this goal is
$90 ,000.00 provided by OAG.
WHEREAS , the City Council of the City of Fort Worth ("City Council") has considered and supports
the Application filed or to be filed with the OAG;
WHEREAS, the approval by OAG of the grant application 1s 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. That the City approves the submission of the grant application to OAG;
2 . That the City designates the City Manager, through the Deputy City Manager for Police, to apply
for, accept, reject, alter or te1minate this grant on behalf of the City. The City Manager, through
the Deputy City Manager for Police, is also given the authority to sign all grant adjustment
requests , inventory reports , progress reports, and financial reports or any other official
documents related to the grant on behalf of the City .
Name of Person Designated as "Authorized Official": __ J_e_su_s_C_h_a~p_a _____ _
Position Title: __ __c::D::....:e""'p..:::.u:..,.ty_C=1:.=.· ty;....-=M=a=n=a<:ege=r _____ _
ADOPTED THIS 4th day of May 2021.
ATTEST :
By:~g~
Mary J. Kayser, City Secretary
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 05/04/21
LOG NAME: 35FY22-230AG-VCLG
SUBJECT
M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-0316
(ALL) Authorize Application for, and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded , the Office of the Attorney General Crime Victim Services Division ,
Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grants to Occur in Fiscal Years 2022-2023 in an Amount Up to $90 ,000.00 , Adopt Attached Resolution , Authorize
Execution of Related Grant Agreement, and Adopt Attached Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize application for , and authorize acceptance of, if awarded, Fiscal Years 2022-2023 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grants from the
Office of the Attorney General Crime Victim Services Division , in an amount up to $90,000 .00;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Office of the Attorney General for Fiscal Years 2022-2023 grant;
3. Adopt the attached resolution to make assurances as required by the State of Texas, Office of the Attorney General ; and
4 . Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating State Fund subject to
the receipt of the grant in an amount up to $90,000.00 for the purpose of funding a bilingual , Spanish-Language Victim Assistance Specialist
position within the Fort Worth Police Department.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose , of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) Crime Victim Services Division, Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grants (VCLG), is to
fund a bilingual , Spanish-Language Victim Assistance Specialist position within the Fort Worth Police Department. The Victim Assistance
Specialist will provide support throughout the Fort Worth Police Department to victims of violent crimes and their families who need Spanish
speaking services. This position is responsible for working with victims of violent crimes to provide information on the law enforcement process ,
victim's rights , local resources, and crime victim's compensation. The OAG has been funding this program since September 2008.The grant
period for this award is from 09/01/2021 to 08/31/2023 .
Funding in an amount up to $90,000.00 will provide partial salary for the Victim Specialist for 24 months . The remaining salary costs and
associated fringe benefits will be covered by the General Fund . The City is not required to provide matching funds . Indirect costs is not an eligible
budget category under this grant.
Approval of the attached resolution affirms that the City Council approves submission of the application to the OAG and has designated Deputy
City Manager Chapa as the Authorized Official.
A Form 1295 is not required because : This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education : State
of Texas
FISCAL INFORMATION/ CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations, approval of the attached resolution , and adoption of the
attached appropriation ordinance, funds will be available in the current operating budget, as appropriated, in the Grants Operating State Fund. 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 by: Jay Chapa 5804
Originating Business Unit Head: Neil Noakes 4212
Additional Information Contact: Heidi Yaple 4228