Title
U.S. Department of Justice FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Action
Action:
Authorize the Mayor to accept a four-year, FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $544,607 from the U.S. Department of Justice.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Johnny Jennings, Police
Coerte Voorhees, Police
Tonya Scott, Police
Explanation
§ The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department often applies for grants to fund programs and expenses that support the approved operating budget.
§ Each year, the city applies for and receives the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.
§ According to grant parameters, the city must accept the grant award by November 3, 2020, to receive the funding.
§ The grant will fund overtime for neighborhood patrols, Crime Laboratory Division staff, and the Police Cadet program.
§ The City of Charlotte has been awarded $544,607 in funding.
§ The grant is for a four-year term from October 1, 2019, to September 30, 2023.
§ No matching contribution from the city is required.
Fiscal Note
Funding: General Grants Fund