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Meeting Date:	01/11/2021
Grant Application for LETPA 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 submission of a grant application as developed, written, and submitted by and for the Webb County Sheriff's Office to the Office of the Governor Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for a Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETPA) grant in the amount estimated at $20,000 for equipment, minor tools, and supplies for the officers of the Specialized Weapons And Tactics (SWAT); and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of match; and, thus will have 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, Webb County Sheriff]

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:

The submission of this grant by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office has been approved by the court in prior years.

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	To Be Determined
Funding Source:	Grant Revenue
Balance:	To Be Determined
Financial Impact:
$20,000 estimated grant request for members of the SWAT. Thus, there will be no impact to the general fund.