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JUSTIFICATION:
A Resolution of the Miami City Commission ratifying, approving and confirming the City
Manager's acceptance of grant funding from the State of Florida/Office of Attorney
General/Division of Victims Services to be used for the continued funding of a Victim's
Advocate for the duration of one year to coordinate services for victims of crime.
HOW IS THIS ITEM GOING TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF SERVICE TO THE
CUSTOMER / CITIZENS?
The Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant program provides funds to support the provision of
direct services for the enhancement of the quality of services to crime victims. Services are
defined as those efforts that respond to the emotional and physical needs of crime victims, assist
victims of crime to stabilize their lives after victimization, assist victims to understand and
participate in the criminal justice system and provide victims with a measure of safety and
security.
IS THIS A REPLACEMENT ITEM? YES ❑ NO ® (If yes, why?)
IS THIS AN EMERGENCY ITEM? YES ® NO ❑ (If yes, why?)
IS THIS PURCHASE USING A SOLE SOURCE VENDOR? YES ❑ NO ® (If yes, why?)
N/A
IS THIS A LOCAL VENDOR? YES ❑ NO ® (If no, explain?)
N/A
IS THIS THE LOWEST BID? YES ❑ NO ® (If no, explain?)
N/A
FUNDING SOURCE:
COMMENTS:
Grant
TOTAL EXPENDITURE:
$40,309.00
The City's Department of Police will provide the required 25% match in an amount of $8,062, in
the form of in -kind personnel services towards the salaries and necessary expenses. Grant
amount is $32,247 bringing the total grant acceptance amount to $40,309.
Pursuant to grant stipulations: "No grant expenses for the period of October 1, 2008, through
September 30, 2009, may be incurred until the Agreement has been signed by all parties;" the
City Manager executed the Agreement accepting said grant agreement for the appropriation of
said award, subject to the City Commission's ratification.
Commission Hearing Date:
10/23/08
Item#: CA - 5
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POLICE AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FACT SHEET
This is a brief summary of agenda items that pertain to the Miami Police
Department. We are providing answers to the most commonly asked questions.
The goal of this summary is to provide the Commission with detailed information to
enhance your review and approval process.
Should you have any additional questions, or require additional information
regarding this item, please contact my office and I will have a Police Department
representative provide you with needed information.
Note: On certain items we may be able to provide a static display for your review
upon your request.
John F. Timoney
Chief of Police
305-579-6565
Commission Hearing Date: October 23, 2008