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Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Apply for a Port Security Grant from the United States Department of Homeland Security in the Amount of $272,190
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LEGISLATIVE INTENT/PURPOSE:
WHEREAS, the City of Wilmington is eligible to apply for a grant in the amount of $272,190 from the United States Department of Homeland Security under their Port Security Grant Program; and,
WHEREAS, grant funding is available to assist law enforcement agencies to provide resources that protect area port security needs; and,
WHEREAS, a local match of twenty-five percent (25%) in the amount of $68,047 is required and is available the FY25 City Budget; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Wilmington Police Department will use the grant funding, if awarded, to purchase 4 drones, and 2 vehicles equipped as operations centers for rapid drone response.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT, the City Manager is hereby authorized to submit an application to the United States Department of Homeland Security in the amount of $272,190.
THAT, the City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to carry out the requirements of the grant application and any grant received pursuant to that application.