Subject:
Title
Permission to Advertise for a Public Hearing to consider application for the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.
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Fiscal Impact:
The U.S. Department of Justice grant provides funding in the amount of $47,400 and does not require a local match.
Dept/Office:
Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Board of County Commissioners grant permission for Brevard County Sheriff’s Office to advertise for a public hearing to consider the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application.
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The U.S. Department of Justice has notified the Brevard County Sheriff's Office of the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Local Solicitation. Brevard County is eligible to receive a direct allocation of $47,400 that must be used for law enforcement purposes.
The award will enhance criminal investigations by funding a Deputy Agent position that focuses on Fraud and Identity Theft, referring to crimes in which someone wrongfully obtains and uses another person’s personal data in a way that involves fraud or deception, typically for economic gain. A prevalent crime in Brevard County, fraud and identity theft has had a significant financial and investigative impact on law enforcement. The agency believes this position and associated operational expenses continue to be the best use of grant funds.
Therefore, the Sheriff’s Office is requesting permission to advertise a public hearing for the Board of County Commissioners to consider the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Assistance Grant in the Florida Today newspaper. The cost of the advertisement will be the responsibility of the Sheriff’s Office.
Contact: Mr. Bill Spinelli, BCSO Chief Administrative Officer
321-264-2506, ext. 54619
Clerk to the Board Instructions: