Subject:
Title
Permission to Participate in and Accept the U.S. Dept. of Justice 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant - Brevard County Sheriff's Office
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Fiscal Impact:
This U.S. Department of Justice grant provides funding in the amount of $47,400.00 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 to participate in and accept the 2022 direct Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application; Designate the Brevard County Sheriff's Office as the point of contact; Authorize the Sheriff or his designee to sign the applications for Federal Assistance SF-424 form; Authorize the Chairperson to execute the necessary contractual agreements, modifications and amendments; Authorize the County Manager to execute necessary Budget Change Requests. The Board of County Commissioners will provide the Sheriff's Dept. with written approval.
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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 $47,400.00 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.
Contact: Mr. Bill Spinelli, BCSO Chief Administrative Officer
Phone/E-mail: (321) 264-5206 ext. 54619 / bill.spinelli@bcso.us
Clerk to the Bo...
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