HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2016-020 Acceptance of the Criminal Justice Division Body-Worn Camera GrantFARMERS
BRANCH
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-020
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING
ACCEPTANCE OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION OF
THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE . BODY -WORN CAMERA
GRANT FOR THE FARMERS BRANCH POLICE
DEPARTMENT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF THE CITY'S
GRANT MATCH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, providing for the safety of the citizens of Farmers Branch is the primary function of
the Farmers Branch Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the Farmers Branch Police Department recognizes the need to utilize the most
technologically advanced body -worn cameras to serve as a tool in a law enforcement
comprehensive problem - solving approach to enhance officer interactions with the public, build
community trust, and gather important evidence for use in the prosecution of crimes; and
WHEREAS, the Farmers Branch Police Department needs funds to be able to purchase the body -
worn cameras and the associated video storage and equipment required for the cameras to be
functional; and
WHEREAS, the Farmers Branch Police Department was awarded a Criminal Justice Division of
the Governor's Office grant in the amount of $29,400.00 to purchase body -worn cameras; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Farmers Branch finds it to be in the public interest to
accept the above referenced grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF FARMERS
BRANCH, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The City Manager is authorized to accept on behalf of the City of Farmers Branch
the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office Body -Worn Camera Grant in the amount of
$29,400.00, and to sign such agreements and assurances as he may deem reasonable, necessary, and
appropriate with respect to the acceptance of said grant.
SECTION 2. In compliance with the provisions of the grant, the City Manager is authorized to
pay the City's 25% grant match in the amount of $7,350.00 for the purposes set forth in the Grant
Agreement from current funds available for such purpose.
SECTION 3. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon final approval.
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PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH, TEXAS, THIS 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2016.
ATTEST:
Amy Piukana, , ffy Secretary
APPROVED/AS TO FORM:
deter G. Smii, City Attorney
(PGS:1 -28- 16:75258)
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APPROVED:
Bob Phelps, Mayoiw
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