Title
Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-Gulf States Regional Law Enforcement Technology Assistance Initiative (B)
This is a request for the City Commission to approve to apply for funding through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)-Gulf States Regional Law Enforcement Technology Assistance Initiative. Funding Opportunity: BJA-2019-16313.
Explanation
The BJA Gulf States Regional Law Enforcement Technology Assistance Initiative is an innovative program that seeks to provide resources and technology to law enforcement jurisdictions within the five Gulf States (Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas) to assist with information and intelligence sharing to reduce crime and illegal drug trafficking. Statutory. The application deadline is October 4, 2019 (BJA Announcement)
The City of Gainesville is eligible to apply for an award up to $150,000 to be used for Law Enforcement Technology Initiatives. This initiative is expected to enhance information and intelligence sharing between local law enforcement and fusion centers, including federal and state agencies and effectively aid communities in achieving a reduction in crime. The anticipated project operation timeline is between 12/1/2019 and 11/30/2021
Fiscal Note
There is no match requirement and no fiscal impact on the General Fund budget.
Recommendation:
The City Commission 1) authorize the City Manager to apply for, and to accept and execute the grant award and any other necessary documents, subject to review by the City Attorney as to form and legality; and 2) approve the expenditures as outlined in the approved grant award.