Title
A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE ACCEPTANCE BY THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE OF A GRANT TO PROVIDE BODY ARMOR THROUGH THE OHIO BUREAU OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION FOR OHIO LAW ENFORCEMENT BODY ARMOR PROGRAM GRANT FUNDING.
Executive Summary: The program, funded by the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation through an agreement with the Ohio Attorney General, provides money to eligible applicants for the purchase of body armor vests to enhance safety and prevent injury of law enforcement officers. The Hudson Police Department received $7,212.07 for the purchase of three vests. A $2,404.03 match is required.
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Legislative History
Resolution 18-144 affirmed the City Manager’s Designee’s application for grant funding.
Purpose & Explanation
The program offers funding for the purchase of body armor vests for police departments. A 25% match is required.
Timing Considerations
Award acceptance and requests for disbursement are due by June 30, 2019.
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 acceptance of the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation for Ohio Law Enforcement Body Armor grant funding.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Perry Tabak, Police Chief
Rhonda Kadish, Grants Coordinator