HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Memorandum of Understanding with Story County Sherrif for 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Application RESOLUTION NO. 23-440
RESOLUTION APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH STORY
COUNTY TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDING UNDER THE 2023 DEPARTMENT OF
JUSTICE, OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS, BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE
EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM
AND AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED GRANT
FOR THE CITY OF AMES,IOWA
WHEREAS, in July 2023, the Ames Police Department received notice that it is eligible
for grant funds through the 2023 Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of
Justice Assistance Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant(JAG) Program; and,
WHEREAS, because the Story County Sheriff provides jail services for the county, the
grant conditions require that the Sheriff participate in the grant application under this JAG
program; and,
WHEREAS,the two law enforcement agencies would propose to use the funds to continue
enhancing capabilities and expertise in mental health and wellness. A portion of the funds would
also be used to outfit Emergency Response Team (ERT) officers with new communication
headsets to replace outdated and malfunctioning headsets; and,
WHEREAS, the grant requires that the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding
with Story County as well as a certifications and assurances document indicating that the City will
abide by the grant terms and conditions. These documents have been reviewed and approved by
City's Legal Department. There is no match required with this grant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the Memorandum of Understanding with Story County to apply for grant funding under the
2023 Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance Edward
Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program is hereby approved, and application for the
aforementioned grant is authorized.
ADOPTED THIS 8th day of August, 2023.
Renee kall, City Clerk John A. Haila, Mayor
Introduced by: Beatty-Hansen
Seconded by: Betcher
Voting aye: Beatty-Hansen, Betcher, Gartin, Junck, Rollins
Voting nay: None Absent: Corrieri
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 8th day of August, 2023.