AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2021-175R, approving an Interlocal Agreement with Hays County under which Hays County is authorized to submit, on behalf of the City, an application for funding under the U.S. Department of Justice, OJP, BJA Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program in the amount of $18,869.00 to fund the purchase of forensic lab equipment and supplies; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any and all documents as necessary to accept and implement the grant, if awarded; and declaring effective date.
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Meeting date: September 7, 2021
Department: Police - Chief Stan Standridge
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Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: At its August 3rd regular meeting, the City Council approved this application and authorized the City Manager to execute documents in relation to this grant.
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Background Information:
Hays County and the City of San Marcos fall in a disparate jurisdiction. As such, only one entity may apply for the Department of Justice, JAG funds and the other must be listed as a sub-awardee. Hays County has agreed to serve as the primary applicant for this grant. The jurisdiction’s total allocation amount is $28,989 - the City will receive $18,869 and Hays County will receive $10,120.
At its August 3rd Council Meeting, the City approved this application and authorized the City Manager to execute documents in relation to this grant.
Attached is the interlocal agreement needing your approval in order to be able to implement this grant award, in conjunction with Hays County.
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this ILA.