SUBJECT
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify the submission of a grant application in the estimated amount of $300,000.00 to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to fund the FY2026 National Integrated Ballistic Information (NIBIN) Modernization Program for the period of October 01, 2026 through September 30, 2031. This grant program will provide funding to modernize NIBIN technology at existing sites currently utilizing outdated technology. Grant funds will cover the cost of the NIBIN-Compatible equipment and maintenance costs for five years. No local match is required. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
The purpose of the National Integrated Ballistic Information (NIBIN) Modernization Program is to improve nationwide access to NIBIN through modernization of ballistic imaging technology at NIBIN sites, enhancing forensic ballistic capabilities for state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies to investigate and solve gun crimes committed by illegal aliens, counter gang and criminal activity including drug and human trafficking operation.
This grant program is a collaboration between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Office of Justice Programs’ (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). The Department of Justice (DOJ) identified the Laredo Police Department as an eligible recipient and extended an invitation to apply for grant funding.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Recommends that Council approves the resolution to seek funding for the replacement of the current NIBIN forensic processing system.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N? N
Source of Funds: Special Police
Account #: 229
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No financial impact until grant is awarded.