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Meeting Date:	03/14/2022
Request to submit Local Border Security Program Grant FY23
Submitted for:	Esteban Cuellar	Submitted By:	Esteban Cuellar
Department:	Constable Precinct 3

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a Fiscal Year 2023 Local Border Security Program (FY23 LBSP) grant application as developed, written and submitted by Webb County Constable Pct. 3 Department to the office of Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) in the amount estimated at $55,000.00, for peace officers' overtime/applicable fringe benefits, fuel/vehicle maintenance and equipment. Grant funds shall be utilized to help provide enhanced border security in Webb County and Precinct 3 area, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require a match; and thus, will not have an impact on the general fund. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County single point of contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Adrian Cortez, Webb County Constable Pct. 3]

Issue: The State of Texas recognizes that border communities face urgent security challenges caused by increased activity from transnational organized criminal syndicates and their allies that are intensified by the fluidity of border crossings, heavy commercial activity, and interdependence of the international border communities' economies. These socio-economic pressures place increased demands on law enforcement services and intensify the need for augmented public safety resources.

Solution: Grant application to provide enhanced border security in Webb County and the Precinct 3 area in order fulfill State of Texas Local Border Security Program objectives, including overtime (OT) resources to suppress, deter, and reduce border-related criminal activity in Texas.

Result: Enhanced/increased patrol for certified peace officers working at Webb County Constable Pct. 3.

Background:

Issue: The State of Texas recognizes that border communities face urgent security challenges caused by increased activity from transnational organized criminal syndicates and their allies that are intensified by the fluidity of border crossings, heavy commercial activity, and interdependence of the international border communities' economies. These socio-economic pressures place increased demands on law enforcement services and intensify the need for augmented public safety resources.

Solution: Grant application to provide enhanced border security in Webb County and the Precinct 3 area in order fulfill State of Texas Local Border Security Program objectives, including overtime (OT) resources to suppress, deter, and reduce border-related criminal activity in Texas.

Result: Enhanced/increased patrol for certified peace officers working at Webb County Constable Pct. 3.

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