Mr. Alexander stated the funds cannot be used for programs. The grant has to be used for front line law enforcement or new equipment. The grant was previously approved for overtime for the business watch program. It could be continued for the full year. It could also be used for a community relations officer, a radar unit or van.
Revenue is from traffic citations.
The funds are transferred out to be used for the Sheriff's costs. It will take a year to have all the meetings. Those funds will be reimbursed to the City after completion of the project. Councilman Martin said he felt a City policy is needed on how long to extend contracts.