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Approve a resolution authorizing the application for and acceptance of grant funding of an undetermined amount up to $501,000 from the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority to continue the Austin Police Department Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project.
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Austin Police Department.
Fiscal Note
Funding is available from the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority for the project period of September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025. The City match of 20% will be met by accounting for the base salary and fringe benefits of existing City positions.
Prior Council Action:
May 18, 2023 - Council approved Resolution No. 20230518-028, which authorized the application for and acceptance of the grant funding from the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority to continue the Austin Police Department Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project.
For More Information:
Jeff Greenwalt, Chief of Staff, Austin Police Department at 512-974-5030.
Additional Backup Information:
The purpose of this grant is to continue the Austin Police Department (APD) Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project. Through enforcement and outreach, the project will focus on reducing the rate of auto theft and burglary of vehicles in the City of Austin.
The budget for the September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025, project period will cover personnel and fringe costs for existing positions (three detectives, one full-time administrative specialist, a part-time neighborhood liaison, and a part time investigative support specialist). The City match of 20% will be met by accounting for the base salary and fringe benefits of existing City positions assigned in part to the project.
A sample resolution is included as an attachment. The resolution must state:
* Funds will be used for the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) purpose provided in Texas Transportation Code Chapter 1006.
* Funds will assist with combatting motor vehicl...
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