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Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Interlocal Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Plano, City of McKinney and Collin County for the Application for and Administration of the Department of Justice 2017 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, and Designating the City Manager, or Designee, as Official Representative of the City in Matters Relating to the Program
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Safe and Secure Community
MEETING DATE: September 5, 2017
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
CONTACT: Janay Tieken, Housing and Community Development Manager
Hilary Barham, Police Financial Analyst
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of application and acceptance of the U.S. Department of Justice 2017 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), if awarded.
• Authority to enter into an Interlocal Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding with Collin County and the City of Plano for disbursement of JAG funds.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The JAG provides funds to assist in the enhancement of public safety and crime reduction in the City of McKinney.
• Funds will be used to purchase seven (7) tactical rifles for patrol officers.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The grant is issued by the U.S. Department of Justice to enable local law enforcement agencies to purchase needed equipment.
• The grant funds are shared by the City of McKinney, Collin County, and the City of Plano. The City of McKinney’s share is $12,023.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The cost of the equipment is approximately $12,357. The grant will provide $12,023. The remaining funds needed for the purchase will be funded by the Law Enforcement Budget.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A