Title
Approving a resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for and to accept, if awarded, a Victim of Crime Act Formula Grant award in the amount of $64,726.70 from the Office of the Governor for the funding of personnel, purchase of equipment, and training.
Summary
This resolution authorizes the City Manager to apply for and accept, if awarded, a Victim of Crime Act Formula Grant award in the amount of $64,726.70 from the Office of the Governor for the funding of personnel, purchase of equipment, and training to enhance the victim services provided within the City of Pflugerville. There is a 20% funding match for this grant from the City which will be from salary and fringe benefits of the Victim Services Manager who will be overseeing the program. Approval is also requested to authorize the City Manager to sign all necessary documents upon final approval of the City Attorney. Please find the attached resolution.
The current program for support services for victims of crimes relies on volunteers. This grant would assist the department with establishing dedicated staff that will focues on victim related services for our citizens. The equipment will allow staff to be mobile and provide proactive response to citizen needs.
Prior City Council Action
The City Council approved a grant application in March 2019, allowing for a Victim of Crime Act Formula Grant award of $166,265.00.
Deadline for City Council Action
March 10, 2020
Funding Expected: Revenue _X_ Expenditure _X_ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes X No __ N/A __
Amount:
Grant Amount: $64,726.70
Matching Amount: $16,181.68 (The city's match for this grant is being provided by existing budgeted funds for personnel)
Total Amount: $80,908.38
1295 Form Required? Yes __ No X
Legal Review Required: N/A X Required ___ Date Completed:
Supporting documents attached:
Resolution
Recommended Action
Approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager to...
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