Title
The FY 2010 Statewide Safety Belt Enforcement Grant (B)
Explanation
The Florida Department of Transportation's Safety Office is sponsoring the FY 2010 Statewide Safety Belt Enforcement Grant. Thirty-eight county, municipal and state law enforcement agencies will be participating in the project in the state of Florida. This is an overtime-only proactive traffic enforcement grant program.
Fiscal Note
The amount of the award is $20,000 and is restricted to overtime payment for law enforcement officers participating in the project. Benefits associated with the award will be incurred by the Gainesville Police Department.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to apply for, accept, and execute the grant award subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality and approve the expenditures as outlined in the approved grant award.
Alternative Recommendation: The City Commission declines the proposal in the amount of $20,000 and advice staff not to apply for and accept these funds.