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Meeting Date:	10/24/2022
SWAT Grant Award Acceptance by the Webb Co. Sheriff's Office
Submitted for:	Martin Cuellar	Submitted By:	Anita Guerra
Department:	Sheriff

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Law Enforcement Terrorism Preparedness Activity (LETPA) grant award from the Office of the Governor Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) in the amount of $35,000 as developed, written, presented, and submitted by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office for SWAT equipment and supplies; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official in any grant-related matters; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant has no match; and, therefore, has no impact to the general fund. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Sheriff; Grant Account #2746]

Issue: Since the tragedy of 9/11, the urgent need for expanded and enhanced law enforcement efforts to prevent terrorism in the United States was understood to help save the lives of both first responders and the people they serve.

Solution: Grant award to fund enhanced SWAT capabilities for the Webb County Sheriff’s Office.

Result: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office will have increased capacities and enhanced capabilities.

Background:

This grant funds terrorism prevention activities and endeavors by law enforcement.

Previous Court Action:

This grant was authorized to be submitted by the Webb County Commissioners’ Court on 01/18/2022.

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	2746
Funding Source:	Grant Revenue
Balance:	Various
Financial Impact:
$35,000 grant funding for the Webb County Sheriff’s Office Thus, this grant will have no impact on the general fund.