HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 24884-06-2021 ORDINANCE NO.24884-06-2021
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND
APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GRANTS OPERATING FEDERAL FUND, SUBJECT
TO RECEIPT OF THE GRANT,IN THE AMOUNT UP TO$125,000.00,FOR THE
PURPOSE OF FUNDING THE PEER SUPPORT AND CRITICAL INCIDENT
STRESS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; MAKING THIS ORDINANCE CUMULATIVE OF PRIOR
ORDINANCES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH,
TEXAS:
SECTION 1.
That in addition to those amounts allocated to the various City departments for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 in the
Budget of the City Manager,there shall also be increased receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating
Federal Fund, subject to the receipt of the grant,in the amount up to$125,000.00,for the purpose of funding
the Peer Support and Critical Incident Stress Management Program within the Fort Worth Police Department.
SECTION 2.
That should any portion,section or part of a section of this ordinance be declared invalid, inoperative or void
for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction,such decision,opinion or judgment shall in no way impair
the remaining portions,sections,or parts of sections of this ordinance,which said remaining provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3.
That this ordinance shall be cumulative of Ordinance 24446-09-2020 and all other ordinances and
appropriations amending the same except in those instances where the provisions of this ordinance are in
direct conflict with such other ordinances and appropriations,in which instance said conflicting provisions of
said prior ordinances and appropriations are hereby expressly repealed.
SECTION 4.
This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: CITY SECRETARY
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Assistant City Attorney Mary J.Kayser
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Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 06/22/21 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-0436
LOG NAME: 35COPS-FY21-LEMHWA
SUBJECT
(ALL) Ratify Application for,and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded,the U.S. Department of Justice,Office of Community Oriented Policing
Services, Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Program to Occur in Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023 in an Amount Up to$125,000.00,
Authorize Execution of Related Grant Agreement,and Adopt Attached Appropriation Ordinance
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify application for,and acceptance of, if awarded,the U.S. Department of Justice,Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, Law
Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act grant in an amount up to$125,000.00 for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the U.S.Department of Justice,Office of Community Oriented Policing Services for Law
Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act grant;and
3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund subject
to receipt of the grant in an amount up to$125,000.00 for the purpose of enhancing the Peer Support and Critical Incident Stress
Management Program within the Fort Worth Police Department.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of the U.S. Department of Justice,Office of Community Oriented Policing Services(COPS), Law Enforcement Mental Health and
Wellness Act(LEMHWA)program is to improve delivery of and access to mental health and wellness services for law enforcement officers through
implementation of peer support,training,family resources,suicide prevention,and other promising practices for wellness programs.The COPS
Office seeks to support projects that allow for the identification and expansion of promising practices that follow the principles of quality-driven,
evidence-based,accessible,and memorable support services. Funding is limited to no more than$125,000.00 for a 24-month grant period.
The Police Department has identified reimplementation,enhancement,and expansion of the Department's Peer Support Program as the focus for
an LEMHWA grant program.The funds will be used for specialized training for Peer Support and Critical Incident Stress Management Team
leaders and facilitators to acquire the necessary qualifications to provide immediate, incident-specific,supportive crisis intervention.
A Form 1295 is not required because:This contract will be with a governmental entity,state agency or public institution of higher education:U.S.
Department of Justice
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.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