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FY 2015 Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program (B)
This is a request for City Commission approval to apply for funding under the FY 2015 Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program Continuation.
Explanation
The United States Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention requests that the City of Gainesville apply for funding under the FY 2014 Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program Continuation. This funding will allow the continuation of the Gainesville Police Department’s North Florida ICAC Task Force which provides equipment, training, and investigative support to agencies investigating crimes involving the victimization of children through the use of technology. The Task Force serves 38 counties in the State of Florida and the US Virgin Islands.
Fiscal Note
The City is eligible to receive grant funding up to a maximum of $355,509. No matching funds are required. The effective dates of the grant are July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016.
Recommendation
The City Commission: 1) authorize the City Manager to apply for these funds; and 2) execute any additional documents that may be required, pending review of the City Attorney as to form and legality.