HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5680-02-2023 A Resolution
NO. 5680-02-2023
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 First
Responder Mental Health Program; 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:
1. 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,First Responder Mental Health Program;
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 14'h day of February,2023.
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By: (1 adoJannette S. Goodall, City Secretary 0v oS=$ ° *a a0000000
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Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 02/14/23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-0089
LOG NAME: 35FIRST RESPONDER MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM FY23
SUBJECT
(ALL)Ratify Application for,and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded,the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division, First Responder
Mental Health Program,to Occur in the Fiscal Year 2024 in an Amount Up to$110,000.00,Adopt Resolution,Authorize Execution of Related Grant
Agreement,and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify application for,and acceptance of,if awarded,the Office of the Governor,Criminal Justice Division, First Responder Mental Health
Program grant in an amount up to$110,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2024;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division,First Responder Mental Health
Program;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 of up to$110,000.00.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of the Office of the Governor(OOG),Criminal Justice Division, First Responder Mental Health Program is to provide services and
assistance directly to officers and first responders to address direct and indirect trauma that occurs in the course of their normal duties either as
the result of the commission of crimes by other persons or in response to an emergency.The OOG 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.
The objectives of the program are to:
• Provide a confidential,specialized,evidence-based approach to treating and reducing stress for officers and first responders
• Improve coping mechanisms/strategies
• Increase morale and productivity
• Reduce the stigma associated with seeking help by providing safe,effective,and confidential services.
The City of Fort Worth Police department would like to continue to bolster and strengthen the department's officer and employee wellness
program.The department would like to create Behavioral Empowerment and Trust(BET)program to generate awareness and serve as a symbol
to end the stigma associated with seeking help.The chip represents access to fully anonymous mental health services at no cost to employees.
Essentially,an employee can obtain confidential counseling and mental health services for free. Service providers are selected based on their
understanding of the unique challenges police officers face serving the community.On each chip,there will be a resource website that can be
utilized by employees.The funding from this grant will provide for up to 900 council sessions and 1,500 chips to start the program in October of
2024.
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 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 Managers Office by. Fernando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: Neil Noakes 4212
Additional Information Contact: Tracy Lamm 4228