Subject:
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Permission to Participate in and Accept the U.S. Dept. of Justice (DOJ) Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Local Solicitation
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Fiscal Impact:
This grant offers funding for law enforcement activities and do not require a local match.
FY 2024 JAG, Local Solicitation Award amount: $41,758
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 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application; Designate the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office as the point of contact; 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 award will enhance criminal investigations by funding a Deputy Agent position that focuses on forensic fraud, 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. Brett Carman, BCSO Chief Financial Officer
Phone/Email: (321) 264-5206/ brett.carman@bcso.us
Clerk to the Board Instructions: