To: Board of Supervisors
From: Sheriff
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: 4/5th
SUBJECT:
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Accept grant funds from the Christine & Jalmer Berg Foundation to support the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) K9 Program and Supplemental Budget in the Amount of $55,536 (4/5 Vote Required)
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Accept grant funds in the amount of $55,536 from the Christine and Jalmer Berg Foundation (Attachment 1); and
2. Approve a supplemental budget for these funds in Budget Unit 1100-221909 - Christine & Jalmer Berg Foundation Grant in the amount of $55,536 (Attachment 2). (4/5 Vote Required)
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board’s Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Core Services/Other
Strategic Plan Category: 9999 - Core Services/Other
DISCUSSION:
The HCSO received grant funds from the Christine & Jalmer Berg Foundation to support the K9 Program in the amount of $55,536. These funds are specifically for the enhancement of the K9 Program and is not intended to supplant or replace any other budgeted resources for the program. The HCSO K9 program has evaluated needs and is requesting funds be used to outfit two K9 Patrol vehicles (which require specialized equipment over and above what is typical for a patrol vehicle), 50/50 cages, lock boxes, continued monthly and specialized training, veterinary care, and miscellaneous K9 program costs.
In fiscal year (FY) 2024-25 HCSO received a donation through Humboldt Deputy Sheriff’s Organization from the Christine & Jalmer Berg Foundation for the K9 program. For FY 2025-26 grant funds were received directly from the Foundation and contain reporting requirements for expenditures.
SOURCE OF FUNDING:
Christine & Jalmer Berg Foundation Grant Funds (1100-221909)
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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Expenditures (1100,221909) |
FY25-26 |
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Budgeted Expenses |
$0 |
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Additional Appropriation Requested |
$55,536 |
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Total Expenditures |
$55,536 |
*Projected amounts are estimates and are subject to change.
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Funding Sources (1100,221909) |
FY25-26 |
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General Fund |
$0 |
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Fees/Other |
$55,536 |
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Total Funding Sources |
$55,536 |
*Projected amounts are estimates and are subject to change.
Narrative Explanation of Financial Impact:
A supplemental budget in 1100-221909 in the amount of $55,536 is requested as this grant was not anticipated in the FY 2025-26 budget. Approximately $25,000 will be used for vehicle equipment for two vehicles including installation costs. Training and veterinary care costs are estimated at $21,000. The remaining $9,536 will be for miscellaneous program costs including food, collars, training supplies, and K9 enrichment.
STAFFING IMPACT:
There is no staffing impact other than staff time necessary to make purchases, book training and send receipts to the grantor as funds are expended. The installation of equipment for the K9 vehicle enhancements is expected to be performed by Public Works.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Board may choose not to accept these grant funds, however, that is not recommended as it would prevent the K9 program from outfitting vehicles with specialized equipment, attend specialized training, and other equipment and veterinary needs which help continue the success of the program.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - Berg Foundation Award Letter
Attachment 2 - Berg Foundation Supplemental Budget
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