Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Apply for Funding from the Criminal Justice Grant Program from the State of Texas Office of the Governor to Purchase Bullet-Resistant Shields for McKinney City Marshals and Accept Funding If Awarded
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Safe and Secure Community and Operational Excellence
MEETING DATE: February 4, 2025
DEPARTMENT: Municipal Court
CONTACT: April Morman, Municipal Court Administrator
Jeff Jolly, Senior Deputy City Marshal
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of Resolution to apply for and accept grant funds, if awarded, for the purchase of ballistic shields for use in response to an active shooter incident.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Seeking City Council approval to apply for and accept grant funds, if awarded, for purchasing bullet-resistant shields to equip all 7 City Marshals.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• N/A
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The City is applying for $30,500 in grant funding. There is no match required for this grant.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A