Title
Authorization to Enter into an Agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture for Police Services
Description
This report requests the Public Safety and Justice Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for the Police Department to enter into an agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Office of Inspector General (OIG) for police services.
THIS ITEM IS FOR CONSENT ACTION.
Report
Summary
The purpose of this agreement is to receive reimbursement for police services associated with joint law enforcement operations, involving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) fraud. The goal is to identify and locate individuals and businesses involved in SNAP fraud, conduct investigations and effectuate prosecution. In turn, the OIG will reimburse for police overtime incurred in support of the investigations. The OIG will not reimburse for fringe benefits associated with the overtime, therefore, the City will incur that expense as an in-kind component.
Contract Term
Date of execution through Sept. 30, 2021.
Financial Impact
The U.S. Department of Agriculture - Office of Inspector General will reimburse the Police Department up to $30,000 over the term of this agreement.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Police Department.