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ITEM: RESOLUTION R2020-03 (EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM FY 2018 LOCAL SOLICITATION FUND ACCEPTANCE AND RELATED BUDGET AMENDMENT #2020-005)
A RESOLUTION OF WELLINGTON, FLORIDA'S COUNCIL ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE EDWARD BYRNE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) FUNDS AND RELATED BUDGET AMENDMENT #2020-005; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
REQUEST: Approval of Resolution R2020-03 and Budget Amendment #2020-005 accepting the 2018 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 of 2019, the Village of Wellington was allocated $9,255 (see attached 2018 allocations listing) in grant funding. 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 purpose of additional security cameras at the Greenbriar Dog Park. These installations will serve as a crime deterrent and as an aid in solving crimes on public property. Staff has coordinated with the Sheriff's office to identify the most appropriate location 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 $9,255 to the Village of Wellington to carry out the proposed public safety activity. There is no local match requirement, however, and costs incurred over and above the grant funds will be the responsibility of the Village. Funds are budgeted as ...
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