Agenda Item # 11.d.
City Commission Regular Meeting - 6:00 pm
- Meeting Date:
- 10/04/2021
- Re
- Memorandum of Understanding 2021 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Program
- Submitted For:
- Robert Ridle
SUBJECT:
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between St. Lucie County, (St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office), and the City of Fort Pierce Police Department for a Justice Assistance Grant (JAG-Edward Byrne Memorial Grant) for 2021 funds in the total amount of $20,785 to be shared equally between the City of Fort Pierce and the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office ($10,392.50 for each agency) for agency equipment improvements.
SUMMARY:
The attached Memorandum of Understanding by and between St. Lucie County, the City of Fort Pierce Police Department, and the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office, documents/memorializes the agreement that St. Lucie County will serve as the Prime Recipient, Lead Applicant, Fiscal Agent and Administering Agency for the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG-Edward Byrne Memorial Grant) for 2021 funds. Designated as a Disparate Community because funding awarded to the City of Fort Pierce exceeds 150% of funds awarded to St. Lucie County, The Fort Pierce Police Department and the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Department agree to divide $20,785 awarded equally ($10,392.50 for each agency). The Fort Pierce Police Department proposes to utilize its share of funds to revitalize the Department's Bicycle Patrol Program while the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office proposes to utilize its share of funds to improve agency technology.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends signature of the attached Memorandum of Understanding. The Memorandum of Understanding has been reviewed by City legal counsel for form and correctness and was approved on September 8, 2021.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Commission may choose not to sign the Memorandum of Understanding which may jeopardize the Fort Pierce Police Department receiving the funds.
RESPONSIBLE STAFF:
Deputy Chief Robert Ridle is Responsible for the objective of the Justice Assistance Grant Programming.
COORDINATED WITH:
The 2021 Justice Assistance Grant is Coordinated with the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office Grant Coordinator, the Fort Pierce Police Department's Grant Coordinator, and:
Ms. Johnna Morris, Director of Finance, and,
Ms. Galencia Carter, Purchasing Director
Ms. Johnna Morris, Director of Finance, and,
Ms. Galencia Carter, Purchasing Director
Fiscal Impact
- Budgeted Y/N:
- Y
- Fiscal Year:
- 2021
- Account:
- 101-3005-521-6410
- Amount:
- $10,392.50
OTHER INFORMATION:
Funds will be utilized to purchase bicycles and bicycle parts for bicycle patrol officers.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| City Manager | Nick Mimms | 09/22/2021 10:21 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Anita Cocoves
- Started On:
- 09/09/2021 02:27 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 09/22/2021