Number:
011082
Version:
Original
Sponsor:
The Chair
Title:
Resolution relative to application, acceptance and funding of a 2001 COPS MORE Grant for Mobile Data Computer (MDC) equipment and asset forfeiture local match. (Police Department)
Analysis
This resolution authorizes the Milwaukee Police Department to apply for, accept, and fund a 2001 COPS MORE Grant from the United States Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services. The purpose of this grant for $303,360 is to reduce crime and improve public safety, using technology. The forty MDC'S that will be purchased will help to enhance service levels and efficiency. The local match of $101,120 will come from Asset Forfeiture funds.
Body:
Whereas, Under CFDA #16.718, The City of Milwaukee appears to be eligible for grant funds from the United States Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services for a 2001 COPS MORE Grant; and
Whereas, The operation of this grant from 10/01/2001 to 9/30/2003 would cost $404,480 of which $303,360(75%) would be provided by the grantor; and $101,120 (25%) would be provided by the City through Asset Forfeiture funds; and
Whereas, The local match of $101,120 would come from Asset Forfeiture funds; and
Whereas, The grant would enhance the number of MDC's that could be acquired; and
Whereas, The Federal government has established specific guidelines for expending funds received as a result of the asset forfeiture program; and
Whereas, The Police Department currently has funds held in trust (Account 0678-2110-9xxx-662201) to increase or enhance law enforcement efforts in the City of Milwaukee; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the City Comptroller is authorized to transfer up to $101,120 from the Police Department's Trust Account Number 0678-2110-9xxx-662201 to the contribution/revenue account, Federal Forfeiture Contribution Revenue (Account Number 0001-3311-985012...
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