Title
A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR A COPS OFFICE STOP SCHOOL VIOLENCE: SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM GRANT.
Executive Summary: The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) has long demonstrated commitment to school safety. Funding provides the opportunity to establish and enhance a variety of school safety initiatives in an effort to prevent violence in schools.
Body
Legislative History
None
Purpose & Explanation
Staff is seeking funding, up to $500,000.00, to cover the cost of technology and equipment, including Next Generation 911 capabilities, in partnership with the Hudson School District to provide expedited notification during an emergency and to improve security. There is a 25% match required.
Timing Considerations
The grant application was due July 30, 2018.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council affirm the City Manager’s Designee’s application to the United States Department of Justice for a COPS Office STOP School Violence: School Violence Prevention Program grant.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Rhonda Kadish, Grants Coordinator