Primary Department: Sheriff
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official:
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant - Application
Project ID (if applicable):
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): U.S. Department of Justice/Office of Justice Programs
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable):
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): 0%
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): Grantor does not allow indirect cost capture
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Sheriff's Office for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Justice/Office of Justice Programs for grant funds in the amount of $420,280, with a required match of $420,280, for the FY25 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) reimburses states, local governments for up to 50% of the cost of armor for eligible officers. The program helps agencies access rigorously tested, NIJ-certified vests- ensuring that protection meets national safety standards and financial constraints. This grant would provide funding for bulletproof vests for the Sheriff's Office for the period of September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2027.
Expected Impact:
The program helps agencies access rigorously tested, NIJ-certified vests- ensuring that protection meets national safety standards and financial constraints This grant funding will enhance officer safety by helping reduce injuries and fatalities resulting from firearm assaults.
Alternative Options:
Not applying for this grant would result in the Sheriff's Office forfeiting the opportunity to receive federal reimbursement for the purchase of bulletproof vests.
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