CITY OF
LONG
July 5, 2022
HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
City of Long Beach
California
RECOMMENDATION:
Office of the Chief of Police
400 West Broadway Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 570-7301
C-21
Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, and all necessary documents, including any amendments, with the California Office of Emergency Services under the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program, to accept and expend grant funding up to $56,606, for forensic science crime laboratory equipment and training, for the period of April 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023; and,
Increase appropriations in the General Grants Fund Group in the Police Department by $56,606, offset by grant revenue. (Citywide)
DISCUSSION
The Long Beach Police Department was recently awarded the Fiscal Year 2022 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program (Coverdell 22) in the amount of $56,606 from the California Office of Emergency Services by way of the Forensic Sciences Improvement Act (FSIA) from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. This subaward will be used to provide training to improve the skill level and efficiency of Forensic Science Services Division (FSSD) staff who analyze crime scenes and evidence in support of investigations. The grant term is from April 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.
The goal of Coverdell 22 is to improve the quality, timelines, and credibility of forensic science services. The program permits funding for crime laboratories for ongoing educational and/or training developmental needs of qualified staff and other resources to help increase the efficacy of the laboratory.
This matter was reviewed by Deputy City Attorney Arturo D. Sanchez on June 13, 2022 and by Budget Management Officer Nader Kaamoush on June 8, 2022.
TIMING CONSIDERATIONS
City Council action is requested on July 5, 2022, to execute an agrement and expedite use of grant funds.
HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
July 5, 2022
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FISCAL IMPACT
The City will receive grant funding up to $56,606 for the period of April 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 for forensic science crime laboratory equipment and training. An appropriation increase is requested in the amount of $56,606 in the General Grants Fund Group in the Police Department, offset by grant revenue. There is no match or in-kind service mandate. This recommendation has no staffing impact beyond the normal budgeted scope of duties and is consistent with existing City Council priorities. There is no local job impact associated with this recommendation.
SUGGESTED ACTION:
Approve recommendation.
Respectfully submitted,
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CHIEF OF POLICE
APPROVED:
THOMAS B. MODICA
CITY MANAGER