Res 061-2015 6/16/2015Resolution No. _61-2015__
Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for grant funds to
the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program in the
amount of $33,272.00 with co-applicant, Wichita County Sheriff’s
Office
WHEREAS, the City of Wi chita Falls has been notified that it is eligible for
$33,272.00 from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program;
and,
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to authorize the City Manager to submit an
application to obtain any available f unds from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice
Assistance Grant Program; and,
WHEREAS, these funds will be shared by the Wichita Falls Police Department
($18,299.60) and the Wichita County Sheriff’s Office ($14,972.40), co-applicant for
such grant; and,
WHEREAS, these funds are to be used to assist in the purchase of investigative
technology and dynamic entry tactical backpack kits for Patrol.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager is hereby authorized to apply as a co -applicant to the Edward
Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program for funds in the amount of
$33,272.00.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 16th day of June, 2015.
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City Clerk