Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Craig Christopherson, Detective Lieutenant
Contact Info
(830) 221-4122 - CChristopherson@nbtexas.org
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SUBJECT:
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Approval of the submission of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program application to the US Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance for $12,939, to purchase two pole cameras and authorizing the City Manager to accept funds and to execute all contract documents associated with grant, if awarded.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
Eligible applicants for this grant are limited to the units of local government appearing on the FY2017 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Allocations List. The City of New Braunfels was identified to receive $12,939 as a direct award and the New Braunfels Police Department (NBPD) identified the purchase of two covert pole cameras, as identified on our unmet needs list, as an eligible project. Each camera costs $6,975 and the total project cost for two cameras will be $13,950.
Per application requirements, NBPD will post a notice regarding the JAG Program FY 2017 Local Solicitation on the City of New Braunfels website at nbpdtexas.org for public review and is presenting to City Council for governing body review and approval.
The cost will cover the equipment purchase, assembly/installation and shipping.
Application Submission Date: 09/05/2017
Anticipated Funding Selection Date: 09/30/2017
Anticipated Award Date: 10/01/2017
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
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Yes |
City Plan/Council Priority: |
Strategic Priorities: Infrastructure Objective 1a - Use a variety of funding sources for operational and capital needs. |
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no match requirement under this grant program. The City of New Braunfels was identified to receive $12,939 as a direct award. The overage amount of $1,011, will be absorbed into the budget of the Police Department.
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the submission of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program application to the US Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance for $12,939, to purchase two pole cameras and authorizing the City Manager to accept funds and to execute all contract documents associated with the grant, if awarded.