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City of Gainesville Safe Gator Program (NB)
This is a request for City Commission approval to apply for a Safe Gator Program Grant.
Explanation
The Gainesville Police Department has been made aware of a grant opportunity from the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to target and address the seriousness of impaired drivers on the roads of the City of Gainesville. The Gainesville Police Department and the City of Gainesville are committed to reducing the number of crashes, fatalities, injuries, and the severity of injuries on the highways, streets and roadways. The Safe Gator Program has been designed to enhance the effectiveness of existing enforcement programs. The objective of this program is to educate the public on DUI laws, give breath test results to volunteers leaving drinking establishments and conduct four checkpoints during the fiscal year. This education effort is coordinated with the existing zero tolerance enforcement efforts.
Fiscal Note
This grant will provide $103,408 for overtime services, disposable breath tubes, an intoxilyzer and a Police package Chevy Tahoe with equipment. No match is required.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to apply for the City of Gainesville Safe Gator Program and execute the grant application, grant award, and any other necessary documents subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form and legality.