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Resolution Authorizing an Interlocal Agreement Between the Wilmington Housing Authority and the City of Wilmington to Assign Three (3) Wilmington Police Officers to Wilmington Housing Authority Property
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LEGISLATIVE INTENT/PURPOSE:
WHEREAS, the City and the Wilmington Housing Authority (“Authority”) recognize that certain housing developments of the Authority need additional police services to maintain the safety of the occupants of such developments, as well as the furtherance of the public interest and advancement of general public safety; and,
WHEREAS, Article 20 of Chapter 160A of the North Carolina General Statutes authorizes the City and the Authority to enter into agreements concerning the exercise of any power, function, right, privilege or immunity of the City and the Authority; and,
WHEREAS, the Authority has agreed to recommend to its Board of Commissioners ton continue with the same terms of the current interlocal agreement, which includes the reimbursement of costs associated with three (3) housing officers while serving on Authority grounds, at a cost not to exceed $158,000; and,
WHEREAS, the expense of the cost required for FY24-25 is included in the salary projections for the City; and,
WHEREAS, this interlocal agreement to provide dedicated police services will continue to promote positive steps to ensure safety in our community.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT, the City Manager is authorized to negotiate and execute an interlocal agreement with the Wilmington Housing Authority to assign three (3) police officers to the Wilmington Housing Authority for FY24-25, with a reimbursement to the City for salary and costs associated in the amount of up to $158,000.