Purpose:

The purpose of this report is to receive City Council authorization to file a grant application with the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, for the Police Department Bulletproof Vest Program.

Background/Analysis:

The City of Burbank has participated in this program since 1999 and has received approximately $21,750 to help offset the cost of safety vests.  On February 25, 2003, the Bureau of Justice Assistance requested that agencies desiring to receive bulletproof vest funding, submit a grant proposal.  The deadline for application submissions is May 2, 2003.

Fiscal Impact:

The revenue anticipated from the grant will help to defray a portion of the general fund cost for safety equipment.  Once the application is submitted, the City should receive notice of the exact amount it is eligible for.  At this time it is undetermined.

Recommendation:

It is staff�s recommendation that a resolution of the City Council be adopted authorizing the execution and filing of a grant application with the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, for the Police Department Bulletproof Vest Program.

THOMAS HOEFEL

Chief of Police

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