City Council

12. FISCAL YEAR 2023/24 PAUL COVERDELL FORENSIC IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM GRANT AND BUDGET ADJUSTMENT Request the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-102 authorizing the Chief of Police or his designee to accept a FY 2023-24 California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program Grant in the amount of $52,621 to cover costs of the salary and overhead of one part-time Department Specialist, maintaining accreditation for the Police Department Crime Lab, and equipment to improve the quality and timeliness of forensic science services; execute all documents necessary for the management and completion of the grant scope; and authorize the necessary budget adjustment needed to spend grant funds. Staff Recommendation: Approval (Police Department: Edward Varso, Chief of Police) Presenter: Edward Varso, Chief of Police ESSENTIAL SERVICE – Yes, internal requirement in support of police services COUNCIL PRIORITY – Improve Public Safety Resolution No. 2024-102