Title
Donation from Phoenix Police Foundation for Phoenix Police Cadet Program (Ordinance S-49512)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to accept a donation of funding for the Phoenix Police Department Cadet Program from the Phoenix Police Foundation for up to $30,000. Further request authorization for the City Treasurer to accept all funds, and for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
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Summary
The Phoenix Police Cadet Program is a Public Safety Program that provides young adults with law enforcement training, leadership skills, and experiences with an emphasis on the importance of community relationships. The program instills sound morals and values, good physical fitness and provides many professional opportunities. Cadets are assisted and encouraged to pursue a career in law enforcement and mentored through the City of Phoenix career opportunities. The Phoenix Police Cadet Program succeeded in approximately 45 professional employments for the 2023 calendar year. Professional career employment gained by the Cadets included Police Assistant, Police Officer, Police Aide, Secretary, Property Tech, and COPS Volunteer.
This donation consists of funding to assist with annual expenses (not including salaries and vehicles). This program traditionally operates a $25,000 to $30,000 revolving budget. The grant request for calendar year 2023 is estimated at $30,000.
The Phoenix Police Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Foundation is committed to addressing unmet capital needs of the Phoenix Police Department, providing financial assistance in crisis situations, and recognizing those who protect our community.
Financial Impact
Cost to the City will include any salary and vehicle expenses, as well as any annual expenses over the $30,000 donation. Funds are available in the Police Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.