(8)(e)
CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MTG
- Meeting Date:
- 02/05/2025
- Title:
- FY 2025 State Homeland Security Program Application Houston-Galveston Area Council
- Submitted For:
- Titilayo Smith
- Submitted By:
- Patricia Mata, Community Development/ Grant Admin
- Department:
- Community Development/ Grant Admin
Information
ACTION REQUEST
The Commission is requested to review and approve the submission of the grant application for the FY 2025 State Homeland Security Program.
BACKGROUND (Brief Summary)
The Texas Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office (PSO) is inviting applications for projects aimed at preventing terrorism and other catastrophic events, as well as preparing for significant threats and hazards. The Texas City Police Department (TCPD) seeks to use grant funds to purchase a new armored transport vehicle, as the current one no longer meets safety standards. The requested grant amount is $422,270.00, based on multiple quotes. If awarded, funding will be available in September 2025, with project completion expected by February 2027.
RECOMMENDATION
It is the recommendation of the Director of Community Development to review and approve the submission of the grant applications to the Houston-Galveston Area Council.