Title
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Internet Crimes Against Children Initiative (NB)
Explanation
The United States Department of Justice Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention has requested the City of Gainesville to apply for funding under the Recovery Act's Internet Crimes Against Children Initiative. This program is intended to create new jobs or save jobs in danger of loss that are in the area of Internet crimes against children. The funds will allow the City of Gainesville to issue sub grants to North Florida ICAC Task Force members to hire investigators and support staff for up to a 48 month period.
Fiscal Note
The City is eligible to receive grant funding up to a maximum of $729,688. No matching funds are required.
Recommendation
The City Commission 1) authorize the City Manager to apply for these funds, and 2) execute any additional documents as may be required, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney.