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Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Application (NB)
This item request City Commission authorization to apply for and accept Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds (State Solicitation) in the amount of $10,000 for the Sexual Predator and Offender Tracking Program and $15,000 for the You and the Law Program.
Explanation
The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (State Solicitation) is a competitive grant opportunity consisting of $109,733 in federal funding allocated for government entities within Alachua County. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office serves as the Grant Administrator and automatically receives 10% ($10,973) leaving the county $98,760 to fund continuing and new programs. On May 16, 2012, the Gainesville Police Department presented two programs for consideration by the Policy Board. Both programs are continuing efforts: the Sexual Predator and Offender Tracking Program which requests funding for overtime details and You and the Law which is a community outreach program. The Sexual Predator and Offender Tracking Program monitors and enforces the terms of probation for sexual predators and offenders within the City of Gainesville. You and the Law has been designed to inform youth and adults about their rights, the law, police policy and practices and the development of appropriate communication strategies. Funding for this program provides partial support for a part-time coordinator that will oversee the assessment of the program.
Fiscal Note
Each application is for a one-year funding cycle that will begin in FY 2012-13. The current Federal regulations do not require a match for this grant. The total award amount for all three programs is $25,000.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to: execute the grant application, grant award, and any other necessary documents, pending review by the City Attorney as to form and legality.