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Home My WebLink About2011/07/12 Item 14CITY COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT „,i~~ cily of CHUTA VISTA 07/12/2011 Item ITEM TITLE: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $400,998 FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS TO THE POLICE GRANT FUND FOR OPERATION STONEGARDEN SUBMITTED BY: CHIEF OF POLICE ,~ REVIEWED BY: CITY MANAGER /j,~ c~~ (~/' 4/STHS VOTE: YES X NO SUMMARY Since the events of September 11, 2001, the interception of terrorists and their weapons attempting entry across the nation's borders has become the priority mission of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Grant fundmg via "Operation Stonegarden" has been awarded to the San Diego County region to facilitate regional partnerships and enhance border enforcement capabilities. In coordination with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and grant administration by the County of San Diego, the Police Department has been allocated $400,998 for Operation Stonegarden 2010 funding. 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) ofthe State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION Council adopt the resolution. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Not Applicable. 14-1 07/12/2011, Item Page 2 of 2 DISCUSSION The mission of Operation Stonegarden is to raise border security by increasing law enforcement presence along the border, intelligence/information sharing and communication. Participating agencies in this regional effort include the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), San Diego County Sheriffs Department, National City Police Department, California Highway Patrol, California Fish and Game, San Diego County Probation Department and San Diego Harbor Police. The Chula Vista Police Department is in the unique position of being geographically located in close proximity to the border (5 miles) with three main north/south arteries traversing the city. As a result, multiple local and federal agencies frequently ask the Department for assistance and interdiction of both north and south bound traffic involved in border-related crimes. The Police Department will continue to participate in regional efforts of border enforcement on an overtime basis. The Department was funded over $2.7 million in prior Stonegarden awards, and the 2010 funding of $400,998 will continue those regional efforts. In addition to overtime for border enforcement, funds from Operation Stonegarden have been allocated for equipment purchases of night vision goggles, GPS tracking devices, digital cameras, laptop computers, binoculars and thermal imaging devices. This new equipment will be used during border enforcement operations and enhances the existing resources of the Police Department. Additionally, Stonegarden funds will be used for vehicle maintenance costs of cars purchased from previous Stonegarden awards. Funding for Operation Stonegarden is restricted to overtime expenses and associated equipment to support the overall operational needs for Operation Stonegarden. 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 Approval of this resolution will result in a one-time appropriation of $216,493 to personnel services, $122,550 to supplies and services, and $61,955 to the capital category of the Police Grant Fund (fund 252). The funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security will completely offset these costs. Therefore, there is no net fiscal impact to the City. ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT There is no ongoing fiscal impact for accepting these grant funds. ATTACHMENTS None. Prepared by.' Jonathan Alegre, Principal Management Analyst, Police Department 14-2 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ACCEPTING $400,998 FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND APPROPRIATING SAID FUNDS TO THE POLICE GRANT FUND FOR OPERATION STONEGARDEN WHEREAS, since the events of September 11, 2001, the interception of terrorists and their weapons attempting entry across the nation's borders has become the priority mission of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security; and WHEREAS, grant funding via "Operation Stonegarden" has been awarded by the U.S Department of Homeland Security to the San Diego County region to facilitate regional partnerships and enhance border enforcement capabilities; and WHEREAS, the Police Department has been allocated $400,998 for Operation Stonegarden to participate in regional enforcement efforts and purchase equipment supporting the mission of the operation; and WHEREAS, the grant funds provided by the U.S Department of Homeland Security will completely offset the total costs of Operation Stonegarden. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Chula Vista does hereby accept $400,998 from the U.S Department of Homeland Security and appropriate $216,493 to personnel services, $122,550 to supplies and services, and $61,955 to the capital category of the Police Grant Fund for Operation Stonegazden. Presented by: Approved as to form by: David Bejarano Police Chief ~. Glen R. Goo ins ~j ~Oc. 7 ~ City Attorney 14-3