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Home My WebLink About2009-08-10-Meeting Agendawww.augustaga.gov Public Safety Committee Meeting Committee Room- 8/10/2009- 1:20 PM PUBLIC SAFETY 1. Motion to approve a grant application by the Augusta Judicial Circuit for a grant award regarding the Unified Circuit Plan Application for Byrne JAG Funding in association with the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. No matching funds are required. Attachments 2. Motion to approve a 2009 budget amendment for the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) to reflect increased revenue in the amount of $142,397 which will be utilized to continue funding the Mobile Data Termina (MDT) Program. Attachments 3. Approve a Resolution reaffirming the necessity of 911 and the wireless enhanced 911 charges. Attachments Public Safety Committee Meeting 8/10/2009 1:20 PM Byrne JAG Funding Grant Application Department:Clerk of Commission Caption:Motion to approve a grant application by the Augusta Judicial Circuit for a grant award regarding the Unified Circuit Plan Application for Byrne JAG Funding in association with the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. No matching funds are required. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 1 Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 4 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 4 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 Page 3 of 4 Item # 1 Attachment number 1 Page 4 of 4 Item # 1 Public Safety Committee Meeting 8/10/2009 1:20 PM Mobile Data Terminal Program Department:Sheriff Caption:Motion to approve a 2009 budget amendment for the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) to reflect increased revenue in the amount of $142,397 which will be utilized to continue funding the Mobile Data Termina (MDT) Program. Background:The RCSO Mobile Data Terminal program began in 1998. The goal of the Sheriff's Office is to have MDT's active in all Uniformed and Criminal Investigation Division field vehicles. MDT's allow for warrant checks on suspects, stolen inquiries on property (vehicles, weapons, and electronics), and the ability to enter and file police reports electronically. Previous LLEBG and JAG funding programs have provided the RCSO the opportunity to install, operate, and maintain the Mobile Data Terminals. Analysis: Financial Impact:Funding Source: 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG). Federal Funding: $142,397 Local Funding: NONE Total Grant Funding: $142,397 Alternatives:Permit the loss of the present opportunity to continue to implement and upgrade this technology with minimal cost to the taxpayer. Failure to continue to purchase and implement a proven tool in law enforcement which permits: 1) A safety factor for front-line personnel with direct, quick access to criminal histories, photographs, and other pertinent data; 2) A higher arrest rate for criminal offenders with outstanding warrants; 3) A higher recovery rate for stolen property; and 4) Less "out of service" time for Sheriff's Office personnel allowing for more time for primary duties. Recommendation:Approve the 2009 budget amendment for the continued purchase of Mobile Data Terminals for the Richmond County Sheriff's Office utilizing funding from the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG). Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: Funds will be available. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 2 Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 2 Public Safety Committee Meeting 8/10/2009 1:20 PM Resolution Reaffirming the Necessity of 911 and the Wireless Enhanced 911 Charges Department:911 Caption:Approve a Resolution reaffirming the necessity of 911 and the wireless enhanced 911 charges. Background:The Board of Commissioners of Richmond County, on October 8, 1991, imposed a $1.50 per month "911" charge upon each exchange access facility subscribed to by telephone subscribers whose exchange to access lines are in areas served by Richmond County "911" service. The Augusta-Richmond County Commission, on February 5, 2002, imposed a $1.50 per month wireless "911" charge on each wireless telecommunications connection subscribed to by subscribers whose billing address is within the jurisdiction of Richmond County. The Augusta-Richmond County Commission, has annually adopted Resolutions reaffirming the necessity of the "911" charge effective each year. Analysis:Georgia Law at O.C.G.A § 46-5-134(d)(3) provides that local governments which are operating emergency "911" systems are to reaffirm the necessity of "911" and the wireless enhanced "911" charges by Resolutions adopted annually. Financial Impact:The collection of the $1.50 monthly fees is necessary for the 911 system to continue to effectively operate. Alternatives:Discontinue the 911 program or fund 911 operations through alternative sources. Recommendation:Approve this resolution. Funds are Available in the Following Accounts:N/A. REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 3 RESOLUTION RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE NECESSITY OF 911 AND THE WIRELESS ENHANCED 911 CHARGES WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Richmond County, on October 8, 1991, imposed a $1.50 per month "911" charge upon each exchange access facility subscribed to by telephone subscribers whose exchange to access lines are in areas served by Richmond County "911" service; and WHEREAS, said charge became effective the first day of the first month following passage or 120 days after October 8, 1991; and WHEREAS, the Augusta-Richmond County Commission, on February 5, 2002, imposed a $1.50 per month wireless "911" charge on each wireless telecommunications connection subscribed to by subscribers whose billing address is within the jurisdiction of Richmond County; and WHEREAS, said charge became effective 120 days after February 5, 2002; and WHEREAS, the provisions of O.C.G.A § 46-5-134(d)(3) provides that local governments which are operating emergency "911" systems reaffirm the necessity of "911" and the wireless enhanced "911" charges by Resolutions adopted annually; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of Richmond County, Georgia, and subsequently the Augusta- Richmond County Commission, have annually adopted Resolutions reaffirming the necessity of the "911" charge effective each year; and WHEREAS, the Augusta-Richmond County Commission desires to reaffirm the necessity of the wireless enhanced "911" charge each year, simultaneously with the reaffirmation of the "911" charge; and WHEREAS, thHUHLVFXUUHQWO\DSSURYHGDSHUPRQWK´FKDUJHXSRQHDFKH[FKDQJHDFFHVVIDFLOLW\ subscribed to by telephone subscribers whose exchange to access lines are in areas served by Richmond County "911" service; and WHEREAS, there is currently imposed a $1.50 per month wireless enhanced "911" charge upon each wireless telecommunications connection subscribed to by subscribers whose billing address is within the jurisdiction of Richmond County; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Augusta-Richmond County Commission, as the consolidated governing authority of Richmond County, pursuant to the provisions of O.C.G.A. § 46-5- 134(d)(3), hereby reaffirms the necessity of the "911" charge per month upon each exchange access facility subscribed to by telephone subscribers whose exchange to access lines are in areas served by the Richmond County E-911 service, and the wireless enhanced "911" charge per month upon each wireless telecommunications connection subscribed to by subscribers whose billing address is within the jurisdiction of Richmond County; Attachment number 1 Page 1 of 2 Item # 3 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Augusta-Richmond County Commission hereby directs AT&T to continue to collect a "911" charge in the amount of $1.50 per month per line. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the providers of wireless communication services to subscribers whose billing address is within the jurisdiction of Richmond County are directed to continue to collect an enhanced ³´FKDUJHLQWKHDPRXQWRISHUPRQWKSHUZLUHOHVVFRQQHFWLRQSURYLGHGWo each such telephone subscriber. ADOPTED, this ______ day of ____________, 2009. Augusta, Georgia By: __________________________________ As Its Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________________ Clerk Attachment number 1 Page 2 of 2 Item # 3