Primary Department: Sheriff
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez
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Type of Request: Donation
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Request for approval to accept from the Harris County Sheriff's Office Foundation a donation in the amount of $13,916.27 to be used for the purchase of 40 Project Lifesaver transmitters to support the Harris County Sheriff's Office Project Lifesaver program.
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Background and Discussion:
Our Project Lifesaver program remains an essential resource in ensuring the safety and security
of vulnerable community members who are prone to wandering due to conditions such as autism,
Alzheimer's, or other cognitive impairments. Currently, we have 148 active clients equipped with
transmitters. Unfortunately, our inventory has dwindled to just 20 remaining devices, while we
face a growing waiting list of over 60 potential clients who urgently need this life-saving
technology. Given the program's vital role in reuniting at-risk individuals with their loved ones and reducing
the need for extensive search and rescue operations, securing additional transmitters is a priority.
With support from the Foundation, we can continue to meet the increasing demand and uphold
the mission of enhancing community safety
Expected Impact:
The purchase of these 40 transmitters will enable us to equip 40 new clients with this vital technology. Their families will gain peace of mind knowing their loved ones have a transmitter that can be used by our agency to locate them in case they w...
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