File #: RES 2021-023    Name: LETF for SWAT Gear & Donation to Explorers
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 1/21/2021 In control: City Commission
On agenda: 2/25/2021 Final action: 2/25/2021
Title: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF FIFTY-NINE THOUSAND, THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($59,300) FOR THE PURCHASE OF SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICAL GEAR; AND AUTHORIZING THE USE OF STATE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000) TO PROVIDE A DONATION TO THE POLICE EXPLORER POST.
Indexes: Law Enforcement Trust Fund, Police, Resolution
Attachments: 1. RESOLUTION 2021-023-LETF Request (SWAT Gear and Donation), 2. BACKUP-LETF Request Memo

AGENDA ITEM REPORT

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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF FIFTY-NINE THOUSAND, THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($59,300) FOR THE PURCHASE OF SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICAL GEAR; AND AUTHORIZING THE USE OF STATE LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000) TO PROVIDE A DONATION TO THE POLICE EXPLORER POST.

 

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BACKGROUND:

The City is committed to protecting its residents and visitors and to the protection of property while creating a safe environment for all who live in, work in, or visit our community.  The purchase of all the above-referenced items will continue to enhance our high-quality workforce and ensure the public safety. The donation to the Police Explorer Post will assist the Explorers with training and purchasing new equipment and uniforms.  

DISCUSSION:

The attached memo from Chief Albert Arenal to City Manager Karen Brooks explains the request to purchase special weapons and tactical gear in the amount of $59,300 and provide a donation to the Police Explorer Post in the amount of $10,000. Procurement of all items listed will be in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends approval of this resolution.

FISCAL IMPACT:

REVENUES:                                          $ 0

EXPENDITURES:                     $ 69,300

BUDGETED?                No

NOTES:                     There is $170,993.11 available in the Federal Law Enforcement Trust Fund Department of Justice, Account #6261 and $60,024.20 in the State Law Enforcement Trust Fund, Account #6361.