Placement: Resolutions
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 26-R59, Authorizing the City Manager, or Written Designee, to Execute Grant Agreements Related to Law Enforcement and Traffic Safety
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Submitted By: Leo Niemczyk, Chief of Police
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a high-performing city government organization.
Executive Summary (General Business): This Resolution authorizes the City Manager, or written designee, to enter into and execute grant agreements related to law enforcement and traffic safety from specific Local, State and Federal agencies. The purpose is to streamline administrative processes and enhance operational efficiency by allowing the Police Department to promptly act on funding opportunities that support public safety initiatives. All agreements will remain subject to legal review and approval, as well as the oversight of the City Manager in accordance with the City Charter. This Resolution is limited to grant agreements that do not require matching funds or financial contributions from the City.
Presentation Information: No formal presentation but staff will be available for questions.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve Resolution 26-R__, authorizing the City Manager, or written designee, to enter into and execute grant agreements related to law enforcement and traffic safety, subject to the supervision of the City Manager.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and provide guidance
2. Move that the Council not approve the Resolution
Background: The Police Department routinely applies for and receives grants from agencies to provide for services and specialized projects related to law enforcement and safety measures. Specifically, the following agencies offer grant initiatives for public safety, traffic safety, and crime detection on a regular basis:
Federal Agencies (Various Grants)
* U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
* Bureau of Justice Assista...
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