2021/07/28 Council Agenda Packet

E E V E R E T T City Council Agenda Item Cover Sheet Project title: FY 2021 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Council Bill # Agenda dates requested: 07/28/21 Briefing Proposed action Consent X Action Ordinance Public hearing Yes X No Budget amendment: X Yes No PowerPoint presentation: Yes X No Attachments: Narrative, Certifications, Solicitation Department(s) involved: Police, Legal, IT Contact person: Jeraud Irving Phone number: 425-257-8461 Email: jirving@everettwa.gov Initialed by: Dr Department head Administration Council President Project: Partner/Supplier: Location: Preceding action: Fund: JAG Funds for Interview Room Camera and Recording System, Less Lethal Force Devices and Computer Forensic Equipment U.S. Dept. of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance City of Everett N/A 156/ Criminal Justice Fiscal summary statement: The Everett Police Department would like to use $41,370 in allocated JAG funds to replace an antiquated camera and recording system in one precinct interview room, and to purchase less lethal force devices and computer forensics equipment and software. The allotted funds will cover all equipment costs and approximately the first two years of operational costs for the new interview room system. There is no match requirement with this grant. Project summary statement: Funding through the JAG program would allow EPD to immediately replace the outdated interview room cameras and recording system. This system keeps police officer interactions with the public transparent, as interviews conducted with suspects, witnesses or other involved parties are recorded, if permission is granted. This also aides in the prosecution of criminal cases and allows the department to review recorded interviews in the event concerns are raised regarding interviewing techniques and practices. The grant funding would also allow for the purchase of less lethal force devices for a pilot project as well as needed computer forensics equipment and software to further efficiencies within this division. Police staff would work with the City's Purchasing and Information Technology departments to make these procurements and ensure compliance with City purchasing policies, state law, and current and future standards regarding integration, security firewall protection, storage and other technology concerns. Recommendation (exact action requested of Council): Authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents and agreements with the Bureau of Justice Assistance regarding the application, acceptance, and utilization of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program in the amount of $41,370.