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ACCEPTANCE AND ALLOCATION OF CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS TO ENHANCE TRAFFIC SAFETY
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DEPARTMENT: POLICE DEPARTMENT
PRESENTED BY: DANIEL HOLL, SERGEANT
CONTACT INFORMATION: DANIEL HOLL (714) 754-5395
RECOMMENDATION:
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Staff recommends the City Council:
Approve the proposed Resolution No. 2026-XX, which ratifies and accepts a grant award from the State of California – California Highway Patrol (CHP) for the Cannabis Tax Fund Program (CTFGP) and authorizes the City Manager or designee to execute the grant documents, including the Grant Agreement, and accept and administer the grant.
Approve revenue and expense appropriations in the amount of $92,160 respectively, for the 2026-27 CHP CTFGP Grant in the State Grant Fund (Fund 231).
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BACKGROUND:
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) distributes state funding to California law enforcement agencies through the California State Controller’s Office. The mission of the California Highway Patrol is to effectively administer traffic safety grants that deliver innovative programs to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries on California roadways. Grants are used to mitigate traffic safety program deficiencies, expand ongoing programs, and/or to develop new programs. Grant funding cannot replace existing program expenditures, nor can traffic safety funds be used for program maintenance, research, rehabilitation, and/or construction.
The Police Department has been awarded similar grants in the past, which have significantly assisted the objectives of the Traffic Safety Bureau and improved traffic safety for residents and visitors. Traffic safety for vehicular traffic, bicycles, and pedestrians is a vital concern as the City promotes a healthy, active lifestyle and active transportation. The Traffic Safety Bureau utilizes enforcement efforts, public awareness campaigns, and community events aimed at educating roadway users about traffic safety laws. By prioritizing traffi...
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