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U.S. Department of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership (NB)
Explanation
The U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, invited the City of Gainesville to apply for $39,470.60 in grant funding through the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program. The program reimburses law enforcement agencies for up to fifty percent (50%) of the total costs of providing bulletproof vests to police officers. The amount the City of Gainesville was eligible to apply for was established by the U.S. Department of Justice. The City submitted an application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the designated amount of grant funding.
The U.S. Department of Justice approved the application on October 19, 2006. This will allow the City of Gainesville to purchase up to $78,941.20 in bulletproof vests and be reimbursed for fifty percent (50%) of the cost, up to a maximum of $39,470.60.
Fiscal Note
The City of Gainesville will be able to purchase up to $78,941.20 in bulletproof vests and be reimbursed for fifty percent (50%) of the cost, up to a maximum of $39,470.60. The $ 39,470.60 in grant funds awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice does not require any local matching funds. The fifty percent (50%) of funding from the Gainesville Police Department will come from the General Fund, Uniform and Equipment Account.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to: 1) accept the $39,470.60 in grant funds, and 2) execute any other necessary documents, pending review by the City Attorney as to form and legality.
Alternative Recommendation
The City Commission decline the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Award in the amount of $39,470.60, and advise staff not to accept these funds.