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4 STATEMENT
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CHULA VISTA
NLY 17, 2012, Item 7
ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $1,800 FROM TARGET
CORPORATION AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS IN
THE FISCAL YEAR 2013 POLICE DEPARTMENT
SUPPLIES AND SERVICES BUDGET
SUBMITTED BY: CHIEF OF POLICE
REVIEWED BY: CITY MANAGE
4/STHS VOTE: YES ~ NO
SUMMARY
On August 7a', 2012, the Police Department, in association with the National Association of
Town Watch, will be participating in the 29`s Annual National Night Out event. The Target
Corporation has generously donated $1,800 to the Chula Vista Police Department to cover the
costs to hold this event.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This proposed activity has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and it has been determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined
under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical
change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA
Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary.
RECOMMENDATION
That Council adopt the resolution.
BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
N/A
DISCUSSION
On August 7a', 2012 from 4:00 PM unti18:00 PM, the Chula Vista Police Department in
association with the National Association of Town Watch will join thousands of communities
nationwide for the " 29`h Annual National Night Out" crime and drug prevention event.
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National Night Out is designed to:
• Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts;
• Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and
• Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods aze organized and
fighting back.
Since 2010, the Chula Vista Police Department has hosted the event at police headquarters
(315 Fourth Avenue) and has averaged in excess of 1,500 attendees. The general public is
invited to attend this event and see how their police department serves them on a daily basis,
as well as how they can participate in crime prevention efforts. There are several static
displays featuring the various specialty units within the Police Department, as well as booths
from our various law enforcement and community partners showcasing the latest safety and
crime prevention information. The Chula Vista Olympic Training Center will again generously
provide food and refreshments for attendees.
There are costs associated with hosting an event of this magnitude. These costs include;
• Marketing
• Promotional items
• Equipment rental
• Refreshments for vendors
Target Stores is a national sponsor for National Night Out and a request for grant funding was
submitted to them in Apri12012. On June 28`h, the Chula Vista Police Department received a
grant from Target Stores in the amount of $1,800. These funds will be used to offset the costs
associated with this noteworthy event. The Chula Vista Police Foundation will fund the
remaining vests associated with the event if the grant funds are not sufficient.
DECISION MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not
site specific and consequently, the 500-foot rule found in California Code of Regulations
section 18704.2(a)(1) is not applicable to this decision.
CURRENT YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
The Target Corporation grant funds will be used help significantly offset the costs of holding
the National Night Out event. If needed, the Chula Vista Police Foundation will provide any
remaining funds to completely offset the costs of this event. There is no General Fund impact
for this event.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
This grant is for one year only. The Police Department will re-apply with Target Corporation
next year for additional grant funds.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
Prepared by Edward Chew, Police Department
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $1,800 FROM TARGET
CORPORATION AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS IN
THE FISCAL YEAR 2013 POLICE DEPARTMENT SUPPLIES
AND SERVICES BUDGET
WHEREAS, On August 7th, 2012, the Chula Vista Police Department, in association with
the National Association of Town Watch, will be participating in the 29`h Annual National Night
Out event; and
WHEREAS, National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention
awazeness; Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; Strengthen
neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting
them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back; and
WHEREAS, this event has averaged over 1,500 visitors each year since the Police
Department started holding this event in 2010; and
WHEREAS, the Target Corporation is a major sponsor for National Night Out; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department applied for, and subsequently was awarded a grant in
the amount of $1,800 from the Target Corporation to help fund the event; and
WHEREAS, additional support from the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center and the
Chula Vista Police Foundation will ensure the continued success of this event.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Chula Vista
does hereby accept $1,800 from the Target Corporation and appropriate said funds in the Fiscal
Year 2013 Police Department Supplies and Services Budget.
Presented by: Approved as to form by:
David Bejazano
Chief of Police
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Glen R. Googins r'-~K- ~~
City Attorney
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