RESOLUTION NO. __________
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING FUNDS FROM THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR
WHEREAS, on May 5, 2022, the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services announced funding for FY 2022 Community Policing Development Microgrants program; and
WHEREAS, Community Policing Development Microgrants funds are used to develop the capacity of law enforcement to implement community policing strategies by providing guidance on promising practices through the development and testing of innovative strategies; building knowledge about effective practices and outcomes; and supporti ng new, creative approaches to preventing crime and promoting safe communities; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department was awarded $ 160,223.76 to enhance its Teen and Citizen Academies, and establish a Community Leader’s Academy and Internship Program; and
WHEREAS, the grant funds will bolster the Police Department’s community engagement efforts and create a stronger bond with the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, that it hereby accepts $ 160,223.76 from the U.S. Department of Justice ’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services and appropriates said funds to the Police Grants section of the Federal Grants Fund for the Community Policing Development Microgrant.
Presented by Approved as to form by
Roxana Kennedy Glen R. Googins
Police Chief City Attorney