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A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE FOR AN EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT THROUGH THE OHIO OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES.
Executive Summary: JAG LE funds projects that reduce crime and increase public safety. The Hudson Police Department has requested $18,000 in funding for tactical headsets to be used by Metro SWAT, of which it is a member. A $2,040 match is required and will be matched by Metro SWAT through Fare Share Fees.
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Legislative History
None
Purpose & Explanation
The Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services is a division of the Ohio Department of Public Safety. It administers state and federal funding to criminal justice agencies in Ohio. Maximum grant awards are $20,000.
Timing Considerations
The grant application was due October 31, 2018. The program period is March 1, 2019 through September 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 application for an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Law Enforcement through the Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services on behalf of the Hudson Police Department for use by Metro SWAT.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Perry Tabak, Police Chief
Rhonda Kadish, Grants Coordinator