Discuss, consider and take appropriate action authorizing the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for funding through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY2024, Local Solicitation. 

The Sheriff's Office is seeking approval to apply for approximately $11,998.00 through the Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program for the Community Affairs Unit. Funds awarded through this grant will be used to purchase supplies and equipment  for the Community Affairs Unit's programs, including the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE), Citizens Academy, Public Safety Cadets, and Junior Deputy Academy programs. This grant requires no resolution or match.

The required Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424) and Disclosure of Lobbying Form (SF-LLL) are now completed online; no physical signatures are needed. A copy of both documents are attached for the Courts review. Staff recommends the following action: Approve the Sheriff's Office to apply for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, FY2024 Local Solicitation and authorize appropriate County department personnel to complete documentation relevant to the implementation of the grant.