Primary Department: Constables
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Constable Terry Allbritton
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Transfer of Funds Only
Project ID (if applicable): 100001000001660
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to temporarily transfer general funds in the amount of $60,000 to fund the cost of two grant positions pending receipt of the award for Crime Victims Assistance Unit Program from the Office of the Governor and extend the positions to December 31, 2025.
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Background and Discussion:
To provide uninterrupted services to victims and their families, it is essential that the Victims Assistance grant funds be transferred and loaded into the budget and be utilized by the program. This will also allow for the immediate rollout of the two positions upon approval by Commissioners Court. The grant period is from October 1, 2024 to December 31st,2025.
Expected Impact:
This request is for salaries and fringes of two positions for eight pay periods.
Alternative Options:
There is no viable alternative for these services.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: A: Reduce violent crime across the County.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): A3: Increase resources available to families exposed to domestic violence.
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