Agenda Item Name:
Title
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice (JAG) Program FY 2022 Local Formula Program
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Presenter:
Martha Orthoefer
Description:
Funding from the Department of Justice awarded to units of local government to provide additional personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, training, technical assistance, and information systems for criminal justice. The Sheriff requests the County authorize the Sheriff, or his designee, to submit the application on the County’s behalf and to authorize the Chair to sign the necessary forms, including the DOJ Certifications and Assurances, to apply for and accept the funding.
Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Authorize the Sheriff, or his designee, to apply for the funding allocated to the County as the authorized representative and authorize the Chair to sign forms required for application and acceptance of the funds.
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Prior Board Motions:
None.
Fiscal Consideration:
Fiscal Consideration
None. This is a grant and does not require matching funds.
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Strategic Guide:
Strategic Guide
N/A
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Background:
This is funding from the Dept. of Justice, through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant (JAG) program. It is a direct allocation to the County but requires an application. The allocation amount for this year is $66,443. The Sheriff intends to use the funds for equipment. The application is submitted electronically.