Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Apply for Funding from the Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program from the State of Texas Office of the Governor to Purchase Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Vests 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 a grant and accept the award, if funded, for the purchase of rifle-resistant body armor for City Marshals.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Municipal Court is seeking City Council approval to apply to the State of Texas for grant funding to equip all 7 City Marshals with new Type III body armor vests and outer carrier vests.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The McKinney Municipal Cout is seeking grant funding to help cover the cost of new rifle-resistant body armor.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The City is seeking approval to apply for $15,400 in grant funding. There is no match required for this grant.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A