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SHERIFF’S OFFICE - Sheriff Dave Kain
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a) Request approval and authorization for the Chairman of the Board and the Sheriff to electronically sign the FY25 School Violence Prevention grant application for submittal to the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, U.S. Department of Justice requesting the amount of $500,000 to implement one of the three emergency radio repeaters
b) Request approval and authorization for the Chairman of the Board and the Sheriff to electronically sign the FY25 Safer Outcomes: Enhancing De-Escalation and Crisis Response Training for Law Enforcement - Support for Law Enforcement Agencies grant applications for submittal to the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, U.S. Department of Justice requesting the amount of $350,000 for a new Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)
c) Request approval and authorization for the Chairman of the Board and the Sheriff to electronically sign the FY25 Community Policing Microgrant grant application for submittal to the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, U.S. Department of Justice for requested amount of $175,000 to hire a full-time Information Technology (IT) Specialist
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Financial Impact:
This anticipated revenue of $500,000 will be utilized towards the Emergency Communications Infrastructure Project with a 25% Match Required of $125,000 that will not impact the FY 2025/26 General Fund Budget, the match will be supported through AB443 funds; $350,000 will be utilized towards an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC), and $175,000 will be utilized towards hiring a full time Informational Technology (IT) Specialist for the FY 2025/26 Budget.
Background Information:
Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) is the leading community policing experts at the U.S. Department of Justice and have invested over $20 billion in community policing since Congress established the office in 1994. There are three grant opportunities the Sheriff’s Office would like to apply for, and the applications require submittal through an online portal on justgrants.usdog.gov and require an electronic signature after the application is submitted from the Sheriff and the Chairman of the Board for final submission to be valid. The preliminary applications are included with the Board Packet for Review and the application abstracts are listed below, along with the information regarding the submission dates.
FY25 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP):
Tehama County Sheriff’s Office seeks funding under the FY2025 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) to implement one of the three emergency radio repeaters that will significantly improve emergency communication capability across its educational campuses and the community. The Emergency Radio Repeater Tower project addresses the critical need for reliability and extended coverage that school resource officers (SROs), security personnel, law enforcement, and first responders need in our rural community during critical incidents, including threats of violence and active shooter scenarios.
With Tehama County being such a rural community, many of the schools in our county experience gaps in radio signal coverage due to aging communication equipment and geographical challenges. These limitations cause delays in response time with emergency personnel, law enforcement, and coordination efforts. These delays could potentially be putting students, staff and first responders at increased risk. The proposed project will aid in the implementation of strategically placed radio repeaters to aid in the elimination of communication dead zones and improve interoperability with emergency services and local law enforcement and coordination efforts during crises.
This vital infrastructure improvement project aligns with SVPP to improve school security through evidence-based technologies and allows the local law enforcement to respond effectively to school-based incidents. The project will be developed in consultation with emergency management officials, local law enforcement and communication technology experts to ensure regulatory compliance, technical efficiency, and long-term sustainability.
Implementation of this project will result in reduced emergency response times, improved campus safety, and stronger partnerships between schools and public safety agencies. This investment in vital communication infrastructure will provide a critical layer of protection for students, staff, and the school community. There is a 25% match required of $125,000.00 that will be funded through the AB443 fund. The application must be electronically signed by June 26th 1:59pm.
FY25 Safer Outcomes: Enhancing De-Escalation and Crisis Response Training for Law Enforcement - Support for Law Enforcement Agencies:
Tehama County Sheriff’s Office seeks funding under the FY25 Safer Outcomes: Enhancing De-Escalation and Crisis Response Training for Law Enforcement - Support for Law Enforcement Agencies for the development of a comprehensive Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) designed to provide specialized, scenario-based training for first responders. The facility will include a controlled environment with configurable driving tracks to simulate high-risk driving situations such as pursuit, obstacle avoidance, and emergency response in varied conditions. The goal is to enhance safety, decision-making, and vehicle handling skills for law enforcement, fire, and EMS personnel. The course will support both initial certification and ongoing professional development. By investing in this infrastructure, the project aims to reduce response-related accidents and improve overall public safety. The facility may also serve as a regional training hub, attracting interagency collaboration and potential additional grant funding. There is no match required for this grant. The application must be signed by June 30th 1:59pm.
FY25 Community Policing Development Microgrants:
Tehama County Sheriff’s Office seeks funding through the FY25 Community Policing Development Microgrants program to hire a full-time Information Technology (IT) specialist to support the agency’s expanding use of technology in community law enforcement. The purpose of the project is to have an IT specialist who will support law enforcement by maintaining and addressing issues with public safety data platforms, digital evidence systems, and day-to-day technical program applications. This dedicated IT personnel position will ensure interagency consistency, secure data management, and increased technical capacity. Having dedicated technical support personnel will promote efficiency and allow the Tehama County Sheriff’s Office to better serve the citizens of Tehama County. There is no match for this grant. The application must be signed by June 30th 1:59pm.