Title
Gainesville Police Explorer Funding for State Competitions from State LECFTF (NB)
Explanation
Gainesville Police Explorer Post 917 has had a successful program for youth between the ages of 14-20 for the past twenty-six years. The Post currently has 30 members and a waiting list. The Post assists the Department in numerous special events throughout the year, including parking assistance at the Downtown Arts Festivals, 5th Avenue Arts Festival, and the Hogtowne Medieval Fair. They provide numerous hours of volunteer service per month.
In appreciation for the Explorer's service to our City and Department, and as a challenge with other law enforcement Explorer Posts, the Department would like to offer the Post an opportunity to attend a State competition. The Post has collected corporate sponsorship donations this year, as they have in past years. Total cost for the State competition in Orlando, Florida is approximately $3,500. This request for $1,500 will cover the remaining needed costs for this worthy event.
Fiscal
Funds for this expenditure are available in the State Law Enforcement Contraband Forfeiture Trust Fund, and is an allowable expense. The balance in the account is $28,376.89.
Recommendation
The City Commission approve the appropriation and expenditure of an amount not to exceed $1,500 from the State Law Enforcement Contraband Forfeiture Trust Fund for travel expenses for Police Explorer Post 917.