HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 6061-02-2025A Resolution
NO.6061-02-2025
AUTHORIZE APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE, IF AWARDED, OF FISCAL YEAR 2026
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 13, 2025 is the deadline to submit application for Fiscal Year 2026 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 2026
grant from the 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 2 5 t h day of February, 2025.
ATTEST:
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Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 02/25/25 MSC FILE NUMBER: MSC 25-0176
LOG NAME: 35FY26 FIRST RESPONDERS MENTAL HEALTH GRANT
SUBJECT
(ALL) Ratify Application for, and Acceptance of, if Awarded, the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division, First Responders Mental
Health Grant to Occur in Fiscal Year 2026 in an Amount Up to $250,000.00, Adopt Resolution, Authorize Execution of Related Grant Agreement,
Adopt Appropriation Ordinance Increasing Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Grant Operating Federal Fund, in an Amount Up to
$200,000.00, and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance Increasing Estimated Receipts and Appropriations in the Grant Operating Federal Fund, in an
Amount Up to $50,000.00 for Grant Match, as a Transfer from the Crime Control Prevention District that is Included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
RgCOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify application for, and acceptance of, if awarded, the Fiscal Year 2026 First Responders Mental Health Grant from the Office of the
Governor, Criminal Justice Division, in an amount up to $250,000.00;
2. Authorize the execution of a grant agreement with the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division for the Fiscal Year 2026 First
Responders Mental Health Grant;
3. Adopt the attached resolution to make assurances as required by the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division;
4. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund in
an amount up to $200,000.00 subject to award and receipt of grant funds for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026 First Responders
Mental Health Grant; and
5. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund, in an
amount up to $50,000.00 for grant match, as a transfer from the Crime Control Prevention District that is included in the Fiscal Year 2026
budget for the purpose of funding the Fiscal Year 2026 First Responders Mental Health Grant.
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 FortWorth Police department would like to continue to bolster and strengthen the departments Wellness and Resiliency program to
generate awareness and serve as a symbol to end the stigma associated with seeking help. The chips available to all first responders represent
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. Chips are available to every first responder and represent one counseling session. The funding from this grant will provide for up to
1600 counseling sessions.
Indirect costs are allowed and will be accepted at our allowable rate of 3.51%. Match is required for this grant. This is a reimbursement grant. The
Grant Tracking Application Number is GRNT-APPL-0000000113.
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 1 CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinances, 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 bye William Johnson 5806
Originating Business Unit Head: Neil Noakes 4212
Additional Information Contact: Neil Noakes 4212