Action to Approve the Spending Plan for the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund and the Related Budget Amendment

Summary

This item concerns the approval of the spending plan and budget amendment for the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The funds are derived from the Citizens' Option for Public Safety (COPS) and Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act (JJCPA) programs, totaling $214,200,000. These funds are allocated across several categories:

• County Jail Construction and Operation: $11,031,300 (5.15% of total)
• District Attorney Criminal Prosecution: $11,031,300 (5.15% of total)
• Comprehensive Multi-Agency Juvenile Justice Plan: $107,100,000 (50% of total)
• Front-line Law Enforcement: $85,037,400 (39.7% of total)

The allocation for front-line law enforcement is further detailed by county and city based on population estimates, with a minimum grant of $100,000 for each jurisdiction. The attached documents provide specific percentage breakdowns and dollar amounts for each county and city receiving front-line law enforcement funding.

Citizen Impact

This action approves the distribution of state funds for law enforcement and juvenile justice programs. Residents will benefit from enhanced public safety services through increased funding for police, district attorneys, and juvenile justice initiatives across the state.

Confidence

high