Discussion and possible action to allow the acceptance of a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $12,463.78 for the 2025 STEP – Operation Slowdown Campaign, effective July 1, 2025, and designate the Webb County Judge as the authorized official in all matters related to this grant, and any other matters incident thereto. This grant requires a 20% match totaling $2,492.76 for fringe benefits. All required documents will be sent for review to the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2; Account #1001-1160-001-463903-085 (Federal Matching)]
 
Issue: Increase effective enforcement and adjudication of traffic safety-related laws to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes and public information and education efforts during the enforcement period.
 
Solution: Constable Pct. 2 has been awarded a state grant to join forces with other State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies to improve effective enforcement and execution of traffic safety regulations in order to decrease fatal and serious injury collisions, as well as public awareness and education efforts throughout the Enforcement period, in a designated area within Pct. 2.

Result: We will be able to improve the safety of our community for drivers. We will raise awareness about the importance of being a safe driver in our community. If this grant is received, it may result in a reduction in fatal collisions and serious injuries.

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