City Council

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