Consent-Law & Justice Services # 23.
Board of Supervisors
District Attorney
- Meeting Date:
- 10/25/2022
- Brief Title
- Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program Grant FY2022-23
From:
Jeff Reisig, District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
Staff Contact:
Nikki Abaurrea, Chief Fiscal Admin Officer, District Attorney's Office, x4505
Supervisorial District Impact:
Countywide
Subject
Adopt resolution granting the District Attorney and/or the Chief Deputy District Attorney authority to accept, on behalf of Yolo County, $51,016 in grant funds awarded by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services for the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program. (No general fund impact) (Reisig)
Recommended Action
- Adopt resolution granting the District Attorney and/or Chief Deputy District Attorney authority to accept, on behalf of Yolo County, $51,016 in grant funds awarded by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services; and
- Authorize the District Attorney and/or Chief Deputy District Attorney to execute the grant award agreement including any and all amendments or extensions.
Strategic Plan Goal(s)
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Thriving Residents |
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Safe Communities |
Reason for Recommended Action/Background
In 2010, the Yolo County District Attorney created the High-Tech Crimes Unit. This unit was formed to manage the increasing amount of digital evidence in criminal cases.
The personnel in this unit are highly trained forensic examiners that extract evidence from cell phones, computers, game consoles, etc., and are able to testify in cases ranging from homicide, larceny, and child molestation.
We were first awarded this grant in April of 2021, with a grant period of 1/1/21-3/31/22. We are now in our second award cycle with a grant period of 4/1/22-6/30/23. The High-Tech Crimes Unit will be using these funds to receive their ANSI National Accreditation by 6/30/23. These funds will allow personnel to continue to receive the necessary training and hire a consultant to assist in this unit receiving their accreditation.
The personnel in this unit are highly trained forensic examiners that extract evidence from cell phones, computers, game consoles, etc., and are able to testify in cases ranging from homicide, larceny, and child molestation.
We were first awarded this grant in April of 2021, with a grant period of 1/1/21-3/31/22. We are now in our second award cycle with a grant period of 4/1/22-6/30/23. The High-Tech Crimes Unit will be using these funds to receive their ANSI National Accreditation by 6/30/23. These funds will allow personnel to continue to receive the necessary training and hire a consultant to assist in this unit receiving their accreditation.
Collaborations (including Board advisory groups and external partner agencies)
The High-Tech Crimes Unit collaborates with all local law enforcement agencies within Yolo County as well as with Yolo County Probation and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Parole.
County Counsel has reviewed and approved the board resolution.
County Counsel has reviewed and approved the board resolution.
Competitive Bid Process/Vendor Performance
No Competitive bid
Fiscal Impact
No Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact (Expenditure)
- Total cost of recommended action:
- $ 51,016
- Amount budgeted for expenditure:
- $ 51,016
- Additional expenditure authority needed:
- $ 0
- On-going commitment (annual cost):
- $
Source of Funds for this Expenditure
- General Fund
- $0
- Federal Grant Funds
- $51,016
Further explanation as needed:
Grant funds were included in the District Attorney's FY 2022-23 adopted budget
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | Tom Haynes | 10/14/2022 11:32 AM |
| County Counsel | Hope Welton | 10/14/2022 11:34 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Nikki Abaurrea
- Started On:
- 10/10/2022 01:17 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 10/17/2022