HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5675-01-2023 A Resolution
NO. 5675-01-2023
AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE,IF AWARDED, OF FISCAL YEAR 2024
GRANT FROM THE STATE OF TEXAS,OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR,CRIMINAL JUSTICE
DIVISION,VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT GRANT AND MAKE ASSURANCES REQUIRED BY THE
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
WHEREAS,the Office of the Governor funds law enforcement grant projects throughout the state;and
WHEREAS, February 9, 2023 is the deadline to submit application for Fiscal Year 2024 for the Victims
of Crime Act Grant;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 funds from the Office of the Governor for the Fort Worth Police Department in
accordance with the permitted uses of the funds under the respective grant;and
WHEREAS, the Office of the Governor grant requirements include authorization of application by the
governing body of the applicant and passage of a Resolution by the City Council containing certain assurances;and
WHEREAS,further council action will be required for the appropriation of funds for these grants at a later
date.
NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
WORTH,TEXAS,THAT:
I. The City Council authorizes applications for,and acceptance,if awarded,of the following Fiscal Year 2024
grant from Office of the Governor,Criminal Justice Division;
2. The City Council designates the City Manager,through the Assistant City Manager for Police,to apply for,
accept,reject,alter or terminate each listed grant on behalf of the City;
3. If matching funds are required,the City assures that all matching funds will be provided;and
4. In the event of loss or misuse of the Office of the Governor grant funds,the City assures that the funds will
be returned to the Office of the Governor in full.
ADOPTED THIS I0t'day of January,2023.
ATTEST:
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By: ette S.Goodall(Jan 11,2023 20• CST)
Jannette S.Goodall,City Secretary V "�
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 01/10/23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-0041
LOG NAME: 35FY24 OOG VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT(VOCA)GRANT
SUBJECT
(ALL)Authorize Application for, and Authorize Acceptance of,if Awarded,the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division,Victims of Crime
Act Grant to Occur in Fiscal Year 2024 in an Amount up to$165,000.00,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 2024 Victims of Crime Act Grant from the Office of the
Governor, Criminal Justice Division,in an amount up to$165,000.00;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Office of the Governor,Criminal Justice Division for the Fiscal Year 2024 Victims of
Crime Act 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 estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund,subject
to receipt of the grant,in an amount up to$165,000.00.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of the Fiscal Year 2024 Office of the Governor(OOG),Criminal Justice Division(CJD),Victims of Crime Act(VOCA)Grant is to
provide services and assistance to victims of crime,to aid in their recovery and to help navigate through the criminal justice process. If awarded,
the grant will continue to fund two positions in the Fort Worth Police Department's Victim Assistance Unit(one Victim Assistance Specialist and
one High Risk Family Violence Specialist).The grant period for this award is from 10/01/2023 to 09/30/2024.The positions in this grant have
been funded since Fiscal Year 2017. If this grant were not to be awarded,the Police Department will need to either identify another source of
funds or terminate these positions.
The overall goal of the Fiscal Year 2024 COG,CJD,VOCA Grant is to aid in reducing the trauma experienced by crime victims.This is achieved
by providing efficient and comprehensive advocacy services for all victims of violent crimes and by conducting outreach and education to victims of
family violence that are exhibiting high risk factors.Through these services,the intent is to reduce repeat victimization and intimate partner
homicide.
There is no match requirement.
A portion of the awarded funds will be used to cover indirect costs at the Police Department's approved current rate of 3.74%
A Form 1295 is not required because:This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education:
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 b- Fernando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: Neil Noakes 4212
Additional Information Contact: Tracy Lamm 4228