Submitted By: Lafayetta Hodges
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Presentation By: Michael Balken
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Department: Police
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Accept a grant agreement from the Bureau of Justice Assistance to reimburse expenses relating to the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program in the amount of $30,397
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place, Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
N/A
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BACKGROUND:
The Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership, established by the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Act of 1998, is a U.S. Department of Justice initiative aiding state and local law enforcement. Bulletproof vests are a critical resource with a five-year life span. The U. S. Department of Justice offers grants covering 50% of the cost to replace expired vests and acquire new ones for law enforcement officers.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On September 29, 2023, the Ocala Police department received approval for the Fiscal Year 2023 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant totaling $30,397 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. This grant enables the purchase of bulletproof vests with a 50% match of $30,397 budgeted in Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Grant funds will be allocated to account 001-060-849-521-52-52010. A 50% match of $30,397 is allocated in account number 001-018-849-521-52-52010.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
N/A
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Agreement will be reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny