(ALL) Ratify Application for, and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded, the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division, Fiscal Year 2026 Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles Grant in an Amount Up to $1,200,000.00, Authorize Execution of a Grant Agreement with the Office of the Governor, Adopt Resolution and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance

Summary

The City Council is being asked to ratify the application for, and authorize the acceptance of, a grant of up to $1,200,000.00 from the Texas Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, Criminal Justice Division. This Fiscal Year 2026 grant is specifically for "Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles." If awarded, the funds will be used to purchase bullet-resistant vehicle glass and door components compliant with NIJ Level IIIA or higher. This will equip approximately 100 fleet police vehicles and 17 vehicles for the Fort Worth Police Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team. The grant is a reimbursement grant and does not require matching funds or allow for indirect costs. The council will also adopt a resolution to accept the funds and an appropriation ordinance to increase estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating State Fund.

Citizen Impact

This grant will provide enhanced safety equipment for law enforcement vehicles, potentially increasing officer safety during critical incidents. No direct cost to residents is associated with this grant, as it is fully funded by the state and is a reimbursement program.

Confidence

high