TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: A Resolution Approving an Agreement with the County of Los Angeles Probation Department for the Remainder of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 MEETING DATE: February 13, 2024
RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council will consider a Resolution approving an Agreement with the County of Los Angeles Probation Department, to provide a Prevention and Intervention Program, and assign the number next in order.
BACKGROUND:
The City has maintained an agreement with the County of Los Angeles Probation Department since 1987. The proposed agreement covers the period of February 14, 2024 - June 30, 2024, and is renewed on a yearly basis. Previously, the contract was from September to September. This modified period will allow the City to finish the fiscal year and then renew every fiscal year.
The Prevention and Intervention Program (PIP) continues to be an important factor in the deterrence of delinquent activity throughout the City of Commerce. This valuable resource has been instrumental in undermining gang activity in the community that could otherwise pose a danger to Commerce residents and park patrons. Our assigned PIP Officer, East Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and Social Services Staff, have established a collaborative network of people and agencies that expedite the City’s response to potentially volatile situations. When appropriate, the assigned PIP Officer has temporarily removed delinquent youth from the community, and exercised authority as a Court Agent. The contract also allows the PIP Officer to monitor adults who are on probation. Monthly PIP reports to the Crime-Free Community Network have monitored the assigned PIP Officer’s productivity. Monthly statistical reports are submitted to Commerce and the L.A. County Probation Department and can be made available upon request.
ANALYSIS:
The new contract reflects a billable amount of $43,750(*), inclusive of all adjustments to salary, employee benefits and/or overhead rates were approved by the Board of Supervisor during the fiscal year.
ALTERNATIVES:
Approve Agreement with County of Los Angeles
Disapprove Agreement with County of Los Angeles
Provide staff with further direction
FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed cost of $43,750 is included as part of the FY 23-24 baseline and approved budget.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
This matter is applicable to the following Strategic Focus Area and Guiding Principle: Community Quality of Life – Guiding Principle 4: Support and evaluate community services, programs and events that promote healthy and quality lifestyles for our residents. Enhance public safety and social services through innovative programs that meet the needs of the residential and business communities.
Recommended by: Justin Edson, Public Safety Manager
Approved As To Form: Noel Tapia, City Attorney
Respectfully Submitted: Vilko Domic, Acting City Manager ATTACHMENT:
Resolution
Agreement
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