HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 25701-09-2022 ORDINANCE NO.25701-09-2022
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND
APPROPRIATIONS IN THE GRANTS OPERATING STATE FUND,SUBJECT TO
RECEIPT OF THE GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT UP TO $1,300,000.00, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF FUNDING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PURCHASE OF
BULLET-RESISTANT SHIELDS;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 2021-2022 in the
Budget of the City Manager,there shall also be increased estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants
Operating State Fund,subject to the receipt of the grant,in the amount up to$1,300,000.00, for the purpose
of funding costs associated with the purchase of bullet-resistant shields.
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 25073-09-2021 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said prior ordinances and appropriations are hereby expressly repealed.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
Jannette S.Goodall(Sep 15,202216:46 CDT)
Assistant City Attorney Jannette S.Goodall
City Secretary
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 09/13/22 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 22-0702
LOG NAME: 35FY23 BULLET RESISTANT SHIELD GRANT PROGRAM
SUBJECT
(ALL)Authorize the Application for,and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded,the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice
Division Fiscal Year 2023 Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program in an Amount up to$1,300,000.00,Authorize Execution of a Grant Agreement
with the Office of the Governor,Adopt Resolution and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the application for,and authorize acceptance of, if awarded,the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office,Criminal Justice
Division Fiscal Year 2023 Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program in an amount up to$1,300,000.00;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Office of the Governor,Public Safety Office,Criminal Justice Division;
3. Adopt the attached Resolution for acceptance of grant funds in an amount up to $1,300,000.00 and to make assurances as required by the
Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program;and
4. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating State Fund,subject to
receipt of the grant,in an amount up to $1,300,000.00,for the purpose of funding costs associated with the purchase of bullet-resistant
shields.
DISCUSSION:
The Fort Worth Police Department is requesting to apply for the Office of the Governor,Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division Fiscal Year
2023 Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program in the amount up to$1,300,000.00 for costs associated with the purchase of bullet-resistant shields.
The State of Texas is working to ensure law enforcement partners across the state are able to protect children,teachers,and schools as the new
school year begins.These new funds will give law enforcement officers expanded access to critical protective equipment. If awarded,the allowable
use of funds are limited to the purchase of bullet-resistant shields compliant with the National Institute of Justice(NIJ)Level III, III+,or IV.
The bullet-resistant shields will be issued to 340 patrol officers,60 School Resource Officers and, 11 to the Fort Worth Police Special Weapons
and Tactics(SWAT)Team.
Matching funds are not required under the grant program.The funding type is reimbursable.
Indirect costs are unallowable for this grant program.
The grant will serve ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
A Form 1295 is not required because:This contract will be with a governmental entity,state agency or public institution of higher education:Texas
Office of The Governor
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 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. Fernando Costa 6122
Originating_Business Unit Head: Neil Noakes 4212
Additional Information Contact: Tracy Lamm 4228
Sarah Shannon 4254
Expedited