Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Apply for and Accept for Fiscal Year 2013, the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Comprehensive Grant, if Awarded, from the Texas Department of Transportation
Summary
MEETING DATE: February 21, 2012
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
CONTACT: Janay Tieken, Grants Administrator
Cathy Lennox, Administrative Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of Resolution for acceptance of FY13 STEP Comprehensive grant, if awarded.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The STEP - Comprehensive grant pays overtime for traffic officers to increase enforcement and adjudication of traffic safety-related laws
• The City has been a recipient of the grant since 2008
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The grant is funded by the Texas Department of Transportation
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
o Grant Funds:
• The FY 13 STEP Comprehensive grant application is in amount of $17,538.25
• The grant requires a 50% match
Funds provided by the City:
o Cash match - $1,682
o Fringe Benefits - $4,886
o Fuel/Vehicle Operation & Maintenance Costs - $11,200
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A