Title
Retroactive Authorization to Apply for the Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative Grant Program (Ordinance S-52462) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to allow the Police Department to retroactively apply for, accept, and enter into an agreement with the Bureau of Justice Assistance for the Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative grant program in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000. Further request authorization for the City Treasurer to accept, and for the City Controller to disburse, all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
The purpose of this program is to reduce violent crime by supporting jurisdictions in implementing targeted enforcement, prevention, and intervention strategies. It emphasizes the use of data-driven, cross-sector approaches to identify and address key drivers of violence. Through enhanced coordination, intelligence gathering, and strategic resource deployment, the program aims to disrupt violent crime patterns and improve public safety outcomes. These efforts are designed to strengthen law enforcement capabilities and ensure a focused, effective response to violent crime.
The requested funding will be used to support the Police Department's development of the Maryvale Precinct's Real-Time Operations Center (RTOC), enhancing the ability to combat violent crime through data-driven strategies and real-time intelligence. The project will deploy connected technologies, such as video and license plate cameras, at high-impact locations to support intelligence gathering and provide officers with immediate, actionable information. By improving coordination and strategic resource deployment, the RTOC will help disrupt violent crime patterns and strengthen public safety outcomes.
The grant application was due on November 3, 2025. If authorization is denied, the grant application will be rescinded.
Contract Term
The contract term will be for five years from the date of the approved award.
Financial Impact
No matching funds are required.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.