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Meeting Date:	01/24/2022
Grant Award for Ballistic Vests as submitted 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 grant award from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation as developed, prepared, written, and submitted by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office Grant Writer for the purchase of 41 Point Blank Ballistic Vests valued at up to $34,809 for the Sheriff’s Office peace officers; 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 to the Economic Development Department and were found in compliance with the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) policy. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

Issue: According to the Officer Down Memorial Page, law enforcement continues to be one of the most dangerous professions in the United States.

Solution: Grant award so that the Webb County Sheriff’s peace officers be provided with a supplemental source of safety equipment.

Result: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers will be able to utilize critical safety and life-saving equipment.

Background:

Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation provides limited grant funding for life-saving equipment, prevention education, scholarships and continued education, support for members of the military, and disaster preparedness/disaster relief.

Previous Court Action:

This grant was authorized for submission on 7/26/2021

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	To Be Determined
Funding Source:	Grant Revenue
Balance:	Various
Financial Impact:
$34,809 grant for the Webb County Sheriff's Office; thus, no impact to the general fund.