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ITEM: RESOLUTION NO. R2018-42 (EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM FY 2017 LOCAL SOLICITATION FUND ACCEPTANCE AND RELATED BUDGET AMENDMENT #2018-065)
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA'S COUNCIL ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE EDWARD BYRNE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) FUNDS AND RELATED BUDGET AMENDMENT #2018-065; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
REQUEST: Approval of Resolution No. R2018-42 and Budget Amendment #2018-065 accepting the 2017 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) and allowing for public comment as per grant requirements.
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EXPLANATION: Through the Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant Program, funding is made available in the form of a non-competitive formula grant to state and local governments to assist in carrying out public safety related activities. In July, 2018, the Village of Wellington was allocated $7,654 (see attached 2017 allocations listing). In order to obtain the allocated grant funds, Wellington is required to provide an opportunity for public comment and Council approval of the application.
As part of an ongoing project aimed at reducing incidences of vandalism and other crime activity, Wellington has proposed to utilize the funds for the purchase of additional security cameras. These installations will serve as a crime deterrent and as an aid in solving crimes on public property, including parks and other governmental facilities. Staff will coordinate with the Sheriff's office to identify the most appropriate locations and means of monitoring.
BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: YES
PUBLIC HEARING: NO QUASI-JUDICIAL:
FIRST READING: SECOND READING:
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY: YES
FISCAL IMPACT: The award of this grant will provide $7,654 to the Village of Wellington to carry out the proposed public safety activity. There is no local match requirement. Funds are budgeted as part of the Public Safety sub-fund revenues and operating expenditures for FY18.
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