SUBJECT
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A resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the estimated amount of $55,500.00 to the Office of Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division for the funding of FY 2026 Criminal Justice Grant Program - Laredo Police Department (LPD) Mental Health/Crisis Intervention Unit for the period of October 01, 2025 though September 30, 2026. This funding will be utilized for overtime and training for the LPD Mental Health/Crisis Intervention Unit. No local match is required. Grant will be accounted for in the Special Police Fund.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
The purpose of the Criminal Justice Grant Program, FY 2026 funding announcement is to solicit applications for projects that promote public safety, reduce crime, and improve the criminal justice system. We will be seeking funding to supplement the current resources that the LPD Mental Health/Crisis Intervention Unit has for assisting, preventing, and responding to numerous behavioral/mental crisis calls throughout the year. This grant does not require a local match.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Recommends the approval for this Resolution.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Grant
Account #: 229-2392
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No financial impact until grant is awarded.