CITY OF MENIFEE
SUBJECT: Board of State and Community Corrections Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program Grant
MEETING DATE: October 2, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Council
PREPARED BY: Christine Booker, Budgets & Grants Analyst REVIEWED BY: Chris Karrer, Police Chief
APPROVED BY: Armando G. Villa, City Manager
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the Board of State and Community Corrections Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program Grant in the amount of $112,512 to expand the firearms secure area at the Police Department and staff certification in firearm safety; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution approving an increase in revenue and appropriation of expenditures in the amount of $112,512 to a project account as assigned by the Finance Department; and
3. Authorize the City Manager, or their designee, to execute all necessary documents to implement the Grant purchases and contracts.
DISCUSSION
The Menifee Police Department was awarded $112,512 by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) for the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program Grant (Bryne SCIP). BSCC administers several grant programs, including the Byrne SCIP Grant. The purpose of this grant is to develop a multipronged approach to decreasing gun violence in California, supporting local jurisdictions in their efforts to improve firearms relinquishment procedures and supporting the enhancement of collaborative court programs that address behavioral health issues, with a focus on people who are at higher risk for gun violence.
The key program activities approved through this grant include:
•Communication, education, outreach, and public awareness •Behavioral health deflection for those at risk to themselves or others •Funding for law enforcement agencies to safely secure, store, track, and return relinquished guns.
City of Menifee Staff Report
Byrne SCIP Grant
October 2, 2024
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The funds received would be used to cover the costs incurred during a renovation and expansion of the existing firearm secure storage area located at the Menifee Police Department (MPD) main station. This expansion would allow for over 250 linear feet of shelving for firearms to be stored in a standing fashion. Consideration would also be given to ensure proper air circulation to prevent rust, and security measures through the addition of security cameras and electronic key card access. MPD would work in conjunction with the City Facilities Department to utilize any outside contractors as necessary.
The second program target area funds would be spent on is for training MPD staff. This would include certifying personnel to be firearms experts that are able to identify all components of various firearms; certifying personnel in being firearm safety experts that can instruct community members in firearm safety; and provide scenario-based training to personnel on gun violence and homicides for investigative and preventative instruction.
This grant is for a year-year term extending from July 15, 2024, to September 30, 2026, and would be managed by MPD staff who would coordinate with members of the facilities and finance departments to ensure deliverables are completed according to the timelines outlined in the grant agreement while utilizing the proper purchasing policies for the City.
STRATEGIC PLAN OBJECTIVE
Safe and Vibrant Community
FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact resulting from the acceptance of the Board of State and Community Corrections Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program Grant would result in an increase of $112,512 in state grant revenue within the Grant Fund (2301-441002) and an appropriation in expenditures to the Byrne SCIP Grant for Menifee Police Department within the Grant Fund (2301-MPD-658174).
BSCC would reimburse any costs incurred that are within the guidelines of this grant. No match by the City would be required.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Grant Agreement
2. Budget Amendment Resolution
3. Grant Summary Report