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CITY OF EVERETT, WASHINGTON <br /> EVERETT POLICE DEPARTMENT <br /> Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program <br /> (CFDA# 16.73 8) <br /> FY 2021 Local Formula Solicitation <br /> BUDGET NARRATIVE <br /> The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) identified The City of Everett for an eligible allocation <br /> of$41,370 in the Local Justice Assistance Grant(JAG) solicitation. This allocation would be <br /> utilized for the replacement of outdated and antiquated interview room cameras and recording <br /> system at one Everett Police Department precinct, Computer Forensic computers and software <br /> and the addition of less lethal devices. Due to lack of financial resources,the Everett Police <br /> Department does not have funding allocated for the replacement of these projects within its <br /> annual budget. <br /> Interview Room Camera and Recording System <br /> The antiquated interview room cameras and recording system have been in need of replacement <br /> for several years. With the availability of current technology,the use of a new video recording <br /> system will assist in keeping police officer and detective interactions with the public transparent <br /> and safe and assist with the prosecution of criminal cases. The estimated cost for the first year is <br /> $13,080 for new cameras, mounts, streaming server licenses, software and online storage for one <br /> precinct location. Cost for the second year of the grant period is $2,937. Inclusive of taxes and <br /> additional fees, the total package is estimated at $16,017 over the three-year grant period. The <br /> contract for the purchase and acquisition of the new interview recording system will be procured <br /> through either a state contract or competitive bidding process as outlined in the City of Everett <br /> Procurement Policy 400-12-06. <br /> With the assistance of$41,370 in federal funding,the Everett Police Department can provide <br /> increased protection,transparency and support of its members and community by utilizing <br /> current technology of recording and monitoring systems for investigative purposes. <br /> Federal Funding—Interview Room Equipment <br /> Recording and Monitoring System Year 1 13,080 <br /> Server, License,Storage Year 2 2,937 <br /> TOTAL Cost 16,017 <br />