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CM-2015-990 - 12/4/2015BODY -WORN CAMERA PROGRAM GRANT PRELIMINARY APPLICATION: Before submitting a preliminary application, make sure to read the full Funding Announcement and the Frequently Asked Questions. Basic Information: 102740792 DUNS Number Round Rock Police Department Agency Name 2701 N Mays St Mailing Address Address Line 2 Round Rock City 78664 Zip Tiffany Contact First Name Hall Contact Last Name Management Analyst Contact Title 512-671-2767 Contact Phone thall@roundrocklexas.gov Contact Email 163 Number of licensed officers 102 Number of front-line officers 15 Number of officers currently equipped with BWCs Physical DJ If agency uses BWCs, method of storage currently used Other Storage Method (if applicable) Amount of BWC funding received by agency in the last three agency fiscal years City of Round Rock General Fund Source of funds received for BWC funding Agency, grant program, donation, etc. Proposed Budget: Budgets are estimates and are non-binding 102 Officers to be equipped S@i@� $100,000 Total project budget x Q;9G9: $75,000 Total CJD contribution 625,000 Total local match City of Round Rock General Fund Source of local match Match may not come from vendor or applied discounts. $44,500 Budget for cameras 90 Number of cameras L3 BodyVision Make and model of cameras Slf)&.0th $55,500 Budget for storage (if purchased separately from cameras) If purchasing storage services for more than one year, pro -rate the budget down to one year_ This grant may not be used to pay for more than one year of storage. Physical F Method of storage 15TB Other storage method (if applicable) Amount of storage estimated for 1 year of operation (in TB) Background Information: D)r7RIrIPI�7�7 33 11 43 End -date of the most recent complete agency fiscal year Number of all public complaints received by agency during previous fiscal year Number of public complaints sustained (i.e. not dismissed) Number of officer use -of - force incidents in the previous fiscal year CJD recognizes that there is no state standard for "use -of -force incidents." The applying agency may use whatever definition they have already adopted or is most useful, but that definition must remain constant during the grant and the follow-up reporting period in order for CJD to determine if the adoption of BWCs had an effect on these incidents. 21 Number of arrests in the previous fiscal year for resisting arrest "Resisting arrest" is defined here as violations of Section 38.03 of the Texas Penal Code. 18 Number of arrests in the previous fiscal year for evading arrest or detention "Evading arrest or detention" is defined here as violations of Section 38.04 of the Texas Penal Code. IJ Number of arrests in the previous fiscal year for hindering apprehension or prosecution "Hindering apprehension or prosecution" is defined here as violations of Section 38.05 of the Texas Penal Code. 7 Number of arrests in the previous fiscal year for interference with public duties "Interference with public duties" is defined here as violations of Section 38.15 of the Texas Penal Code. j;R) li' l_�• . 'LAM V1L A-Vil VIA�l vc. Office of the Governor CriminalJustice Division Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program October 26, 2015 CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Opportunity Snapshot Below is a high-level overview of many of the elements of this opportunity. Full information is provided in the funding announcement that follows. Purpose The purpose of this announcement is to aid municipal police departments and county sheriffs' offices in establishing or enhancing body -worn camera (BWC) programs. Funds Available It is anticipated that up to $10 million may be funded under this announcement. Process Applicants will first complete a preliminary application. CJD will then make preliminary funding decisions— including any limitations on costs or award amount — and notify each applicant. Selected applicants may then complete a final grant application to receive those funds, as long as they meet all required conditions. Budget There is no minimum or maximum request under this program, however, applicants should consider the overall spending cap and CID's desire to provide resources to as many departments as possible. CJD reserves the right to establish funding limits following receipt of all preliminary applications to provide for broad implementation of the program. Funds may only be used for the one-time purchase of cameras and to procure digital video storage resources (not to exceed one year). Match Grantees must provide matching funds equal to 25% of the CID award amount. The match requirement can be met through cash or in-kind contributions. Match funds may not be in the form of discounts or contributions from camera or storage vendors. Project Periods A project funded may not exceed a 12 -month period. Organizational Eligibility Applications may be submitted by municipal police departments and county sheriff's departments that employ officers who are engaged in traffic or highway patrol, otherwise regularly detain or stop motor vehicles, or are primary responders to calls for assistance from the public. Contact Information If additional information is needed, contact the eGrants help desk at eGrants@governor.state.tx.us eovernor.state.tx.us or (512) 463-1919. CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Table of Contents OpportunitySnapshot................................................................................ Step1: Review the Process.....................................................................................................................3 Overview.................................................................................................................................................... 3 Timeline...................................................................................................................................................... 4 SubmissionMethods..................................................................................................................................4 Step 2: Consider the Requirements.........................................................................................................4 OrganizationalEligibility.............................................................................................................................4 Funding and Project Period Limits.............................................................................................................4 7 MatchRequirement...................................................................................................................................4 EligibleExpenses........................................................................................................................................4 Ineligible Costs and Activities.....................................................................................................................5 ReportingRequirements............................................................................................................................5 Program -Specific Requirements................................................................................................................ 6 StandardCJD Requirements......................................................................................................................7 Step3: Submit your preliminary application............................................................................................7 OnlineSubmission......................................................................................................................................7 Content...................................................................................................................................................... 7 Step4: Review your Funding Decision.....................................................................................................8 Selection and Fund Allocation Criteria.......................................................................................................8 Announcements.........................................................................................................................................8 Step5: Apply via eGrants........................................................................................................................9 Basics.......................................................................................................................................................... 9 RollingApplication Process........................................................................................................................9 District Attorney Coordination Letter........................................................................................................9 Step6: Accept the Award........................................................................................................................9 Appendix: Research and Reference Material on Body -Worn Camera Programs.......................................10 ResourceHighlights..................................................................................................................................10 AboutCJD.............................................................................................................................................11 2 CID Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Body -Worn Camera Program The goal of the Criminal Justice Division is to provide needed funding to improve public safety and support victims of crime by addressing system gaps and promoting innovative solutions to common problems. CJD is accepting applications for the purchase of body cameras and digital storage systems to serve as a tool in a law enforcement comprehensive problem -solving approach to enhance officer interactions with the public, build community trust, and gather important evidence for use in the prosecution of crimes. If you are interested in applying for a grant under this program, follow the five-step process outlined below. • Step One -Review the Process: Become familiar with this funding announcement and the process used for this particular program. • Step Two - Consider the Requirements: Consider the eligibility requirements as well as what will be required of successful applicants. • Step Three - Submit a Preliminary Application: Understand and collect the required information and submit a preliminary application. • Step Four - Reviewyour Preliminary Funding Decision. Receive a preliminary funding decision from CID regarding whether you will be funded, how much funding you are eligible to receive, and any limitations. • Step Five - Apply in eGrants. Compile and submit your final application. For information on how to apply online, or to register for the system, go to httos://eGrants.governor.state.tx.us. • Step Six—Accept the Award. Upon notification of the final award, review the award notification and agreement and accept it along with its conditions. Step 1: Review the Process Overview This funding announcement includes both a preliminary application phase and a final application phase. Applicants will first complete a short preliminary application that will be posted at htto://gov.texas.gov/cid/bodycams when the application period opens. CJD will then consider the full breadth of applications and determine which applicants will be funded and any limitations on that funding. Once applicants are notified of the preliminary funding decisions, applicants may submit a final application through CJD's eGrants system at httas://egrants.gov.texas.gov/ a time within approximately the following six months that works best with the plans for each department. Applicants must submit a preliminary application to be considered for funding. CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Timeline Action Funding announcement release Funding . - Date October 26, 2015 Preliminary application system opens October 26, 2015 Preliminary application due from applicants December 7, 2015 by 5PM CST Notice of preliminary funding decisions January 19, 2016 Earliest final applications accepted January 20, 2016 Final date to submit an final application July 15, 2016 by 513M CST Earliest grantee start date March 1, 2016 Latest grantee start date August 15, 2016 Submission Methods Potential applicants must submit preliminary applications via a simple webform posted http://gov.texas.gov/cid/bodycams. Applicants chosen to move forward must submit final applications via the eGrants system. As CID receives final applications, CJD will review them on a rolling basis so earlier submissions will be reviewed and awarded first. Step 2: Consider the Requirements Organizational Eligibility Applications may be submitted by municipal police departments and county sheriff's departments that employ officers who are engaged in traffic or highway patrol, otherwise regularly detain or stop motor vehicles; or are primary responders who respond directly to calls for assistance from the public. (See Chapter 1701, Occupations Code, Subchapter N as amended by SB 158, 841 Legislature.) Funding and Project Period Limits It is anticipated that up to $10 million may be funded under this announcement. This amount represents the full level of funding available. No additional funding will be made available in state fiscal years 2016 or 2017. (Funds are authorized under SB 158 and appropriated in Sec. 18.73 of the General Appropriations Act of the 84th Legislature.) The number of awards will depend upon the quantity and reasonableness of costs of the applications received. A project funded may not exceed a one-year grant period. Match Requirement Grantees must provide matching funds equal to 25% of any CJD award amount. The match requirement can be met through cash or in-kind contributions. Match funds may not be in the form of discounts or contributions from camera or storage vendors. Eligible Expenses Grant funds are restricted to the cost of body -worn cameras, digital video storage, and retrieval systems or services. CJD will not pay for any service or subscription -based support that exceeds the cost prorated to the one-year project period. GD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Grant funds must be used to equip officers employed directly by a municipal police department or a county sheriffs office. Funds may not be used to equip officers employed by other agencies that are not eligible for this funding. The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) is establishing a cooperative purchasing program for body -worn cameras. Grantees may wish to check with DIR to determine if they can receive better pricing through the department, or to compare vendor offers against the department's pricing. DIR is also actively seeking agencies wishing to test a cloud -based video storage system and may offer incentives to participate. Ineligible Costs and Activities Grant funds may not be used to support the following services, activities, and costs: 1) Costs ancillary to the purchase of cameras, storage, or the program operation, such as policy development, training costs, staff, or any other item determined ineligible or unreasonable by CJD. 2) Any other prohibition imposed by federal, state, or local law. Reporting Requirements Financial and Progress Reports. At the end of each state fiscal quarter during the one-year grant period, grantees will be required to submit a financial status report via eGrants in the format required by CJD. Performance Reports. Each grantee must agree to submit an online report to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) at https://www.tcole.texas.gov/ within 30 days of the date the grantee submits its final request for reimbursement to CJD, indicating that all purchases are complete. As a condition of funding, each grantee must file follow-up reports via the TCOLE website 12, 24, and 36 months later, for a total of three annual reports. Each of these reports will include information covering the previous 12 months: 1) Any expenditures on cameras during the previous year, including the make, model and cost of cameras; 2) Any expenditures on video storage during the previous year, including the method and cost of video storage and the amount of storage required; 3) Impact evaluation information including the following incidents during the previous year • number of public complaints filed against officers or the agency; • number of public complaints sustained (i.e. those that were not dismissed); • number of use of force incidents (as defined by the applicant); • number of arrests for resisting arrest, search, or transportation (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.03); • number of arrests for evading arrest or detention (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.04); • number of arrests for hindering apprehension or prosecution (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.05); and • number of arrests for interference with public duties (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.15). CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Program -Specific Requirements Statutory Requirements. Chapter 1701, Occupations Code, Subchapter N governs this grant program as well as the use of body -worn cameras by law enforcement in general. CJD strongly encourages all applicants to read this statute prior to applying for funds as it contains other legal requirements as well as criminal penalties for certain unapproved releases of digital information. It is critical that all law enforcement agencies using body -worn cameras have a clear understanding of this statute and all rules governing these programs as they are both state law and conditions of funding. Department Policies. A grantee, before CJD can reimburse for any costs, must have developed and have in place all policies required under Subchapter N, Chapter 1701, Occupations Code, including the policy required under Sec. 1701.655. Departments that actively operated a program as of September 1, 2015 have until September 1, 2016 to implement compliant policies. Such a policy must ensure that cameras are activated only for law enforcement purposes and must include: • guidelines for when a peace officer should activate a camera or discontinue a recording in progress, including the need for privacy in certain situations or locations; • provisions relating to data retention, including a minimum retention period of 90 days; • provisions relating to storage of video and audio, including backup copies and data security; • guidelines for public access, through open records requests, where the recordings are public information; • provisions entitling an officer to access any recording of an incident involving that officer prior to being required to make a statement; • procedures for supervisory or internal review; • the methods for handling and documenting equipment and malfunctions of equipment; • a provision that law enforcement officers may not be required to keep a body -worn camera activated for the full period of their duty shift; and • all policies adopted must be consistent with the Federal Rules of Evidence and the Texas Rules of Evidence. TCOLE is developing model policies for publication in January 2016, which may be helpful in establishing agency policies. All policies adopted by grantees must abide by any minimum standards established by TCOLE. For agencies that operated a body -worn camera program on September 1, 2015, these policies are not required to be implemented until September 1, 2016. Training. All officers who will be equipped with cameras purchased under the program must be trained before doing so in official duty and CJD cannot reimburse any costs until this training has occurred. Such training must comply with the requirements of Sec. 1701.656, Occupations Code, which requires that, prior to operating a body -worn camera program, the grantee must train the officers who will wear the cameras as well as any other personnel who will come into contact with the video and audio data obtained through the program. To assist law enforcement agencies in this task, TCOLE is charged with developing or identifying and approving a training program for the use of body -worn cameras. TCOLE expects to publish its training GD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program curriculum in January 2016. Law enforcement agencies, however, may use their own training, that of another agency or department, an existing training curriculum, or that of TCOLE to satisfy the requirements of this program. However, all such training must meet any minimum standards established by TCOLE. For agencies that operated a body -worn camera program on September 1, 2015, this training is not required until September 1, 2016. Sustainment. Grantees must agree to maintain the equipment, replace broken or nonworking equipment, and maintain adequate digital video storage for a period of not less than three years from the date of final grant award. Standard CJD Requirements CJD Regulations. Grantees must comply with the standards applicable to this funding source cited in the Texas Administrative Code (1 TAC Chapter 3), and all statutes, requirements, and guidelines applicable to this funding. Uniform Crime Reports. Eligible applicants operating a law enforcement agency must be current on reporting Part I violent crime data to the Texas Department of Public Safety for inclusion in the annual Uniform Crime Report (UCR) and must have been current for the three previous years. Criminal History Reporting. The county (or counties) in which the applicant is located must have a 90% average on both adult and juvenile criminal history dispositions reported to the Texas Department of Public Safety for calendar years 2010 through 2014. Step 3: Submit your preliminary application Online Submission CJD will only accept preliminary applications via a webform published at htto://gov.texas.gov/cid/bodycams upon the opening of the preliminary application period. Content As part of the preliminary application, agencies will be asked to submit the following information via online form: 1) DUNS number of the agency 2) Agency information 3) Contact information 4) The number of licensed officers directly employed by the agency 5) The number of licensed, front-line officers who are engaged in traffic or highway patrol or otherwise regularly detain or stop motor vehicles, or are primary responders who respond directly to calls for assistance from the public 6) The current number of officers equipped with BWCs 7) If the agency already uses BWCs, the method of video storage currently used 8) A budget estimate that includes: CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program a) the proposed number of officers to be equipped b) the total proposed budget, including the match c) the budget for cameras, including the number to be purchased and their make and model d) the budget for storage, including the capacity and method of storage e) the source of the match f) The amount and source of any government funding, grants, or philanthropic funds received by the agency in the last three years for the purchase BWCs or related video storage systems, including funds formally budgeted by the agency's governing board. 9) Information to establish the baseline for impact evaluation of the program. This information includes, for the twelve full calendar months prior to submitting the application: a) number of public complaints filed against officers or the agency; b) number of public complaints sustained (i.e. those that were not dismissed); c) number of use of force incidents (as defined by the applicant); d) number of arrests for resisting arrest, search, or transportation (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.03); e) number of arrests for evading arrest or detention (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.04); f) number of arrests for hindering apprehension or prosecution (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.05); and g) number of arrests for interference with public duties (Texas Penal Code Sec. 38.15). Step 4: Review your Funding Decision Selection and Fund Allocation Criteria CID will review the preliminary applications to understand the overall demand for the program and for significant variations in costs per unit (both for cameras and the cost for storage on a per camera basis). After this review, CID will determine if all eligible applications can be funded based on funds available, if there are cost-effectiveness benefits to normalizing or setting limits on the range of costs, and if other fair - share cuts may allow for broader distribution and a higher number of new body -worn camera programs while still remaining effective. Additionally, CJD may consider other factors in determining which programs to fund, such as geographic distribution, fairness among different sizes of population areas, need based on crime rate or other similar factors, including economic factors. If the interest in grant funds exceeds available funding, CID may not fund all applications or may only award part of the amount requested. Announcements After CID makes initial funding decisions, each department will receive a notice that the applicant may proceed to final application, including any funding limits or other parameters that the applicant may need to consider whether to complete the final application process. While the decision to fund a program represents a good -faith offer, if CID later determines that there are issues with a particular agency or application, finds that costs are not reasonable, that the agency represents an undue risk, or if funds CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program become unavailable, CJD reserves the right to not fund the application. Applicants should expect to hear from CJD on or around January 18, 2016. Step 5: Apply via eGrants Basics To apply to CJD for these grants, you must complete or make sure you have already completed some standard requirements. All of the following are needed to apply within eGrants: • Applicants must have a DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number assigned to its agency (to request a DUNS number, go to http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform/displayHomePage.do). • Applicants must be registered in the federal System for Award Management (SAM) database located at https://www.sam.gov/ and maintain an active registration throughout the grant period. • Applicants must have or register for an account in eGrants at https://egrants.gov.texas.gov/. Rolling Application and Award Process CJD understands that some departments may choose to delay their body -worn camera programs to take the time needed to carefully consider their policies and training programs or to identify matching funds. As a result, CID will process grant applications that are submitted through eGrants as they arrive. While CJD will work to process applications as quickly as possible, applicants should plan to expect a four to six week review and approval period following submission of the application. The open period for applications is January 20 through July 15, 2016. District Attorney Coordination Letter Before an applicant can receive reimbursement funds, they must upload a letter from the local district attorney expressing that they actively use the evidence created through the use of body cameras and will participate in the law enforcement agency's BWC policy development. More information and a sample resolution are available at http://gov.texas.gov/cid/bodvcams. Governing Board Letter Before an applicant can receive reimbursement funds, they must upload a copy of a resolution from their governing body designating an individual as the responsible official for the grant, committing to work with the District Attorney in the development of BWC policies and trainings and granting access to video evidence. The resolution must also contain a commitment to maintain the cameras and equipment purchased under the grant for at least three years, and an estimated budget needed to accomplish that. More information and a sample resolution are available at http://gov.texas.gov/cid/bodvcams. Step 6: Accept the Award Applicants that receive funding through the final award process will need to follow the instructions found within the award to accept the grant officially. CJD cannot reimburse grantees for funds until all training is provided and policies are in place (see Step 3). As a result, awards may include conditions requiring those activities to be completed and certified to CJD prior to release of funds. CJD Funding Announcement: Body -Worn Camera Program Appendix: Research and Reference Material on Body -Worn Camera Programs The Bureau of Justice Assistance has developed a Body -Worn Camera Toolkit that serves as a clearinghouse for information and available research on these programs. The toolkit includes a large set of reports and information including guidance, research, and project evaluations. The toolkit can be found at: https://www.b*a.gov/bwc/ Much of the information below about resources is excerpted from BJA's toolkit. Resource Highlights There are several useful resources on body -worn cameras (BWC). The Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) and the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office published a report in 2014 that examined key issues and offered policy recommendations. The report was based on survey responses from 254 agencies, interviews with 40 law enforcement executives who have implemented BWCs, and outcomes from a one -day conference held on September 11, 2013, that included more than 200 law enforcement executives, scholars, and experts. In April 2014, the Office of Justice Programs Diagnostic Center published a report that described the core issues surrounding the technology and examined the state of research on those issues (White, 2014). In March 2014, the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) published a market survey that compared BWC vendors across a range of categories. There is also a growing number of published evaluations that examine the implementation, impact, and consequences of body -worn cameras. The BJA web site and toolkit is intended to be a clearinghouse of the latest available research, reports, and knowledge on the technology. For additional information, see: • BJA offers a variety of technology resources including a Market Survey on Body -Worn Cameras compares the different commonly available cameras against a variety of technology capabilities. https://www.bia.gov/bwc/Topics-Technology.htmi • Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) for the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, Implementing a Body -Worn Camera Program: Recommendations and Lessons Learned: http://www. i ustice.gov/iso/opa/resou rces/472014912134715246869. pdf • Office of Justice Programs Diagnostic Center, Police Officer Body -Worn Cameras: Assessing the Evidence: https://oi pdiagnosticce nter.org/sites/d efa u It/files/spotlight/down load/Pol ice % 20Officer°O20Bo dy-Worn%20Ca meras. pdf • National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center (NLECTC) for the National Institute of Justice, Primer on Body -Worn Cameras for Law Enforcement: https://www.eustnet.org/pdf/00-Body-Worn-Cameras-508.Ddf 10 About CJD Our mission at the Criminal Justice Division is to direct much needed resources to those who are committed to making Texas a safer place and those who help victims of crime to recover and feel safe again. In carrying out this mission, we are committed to helping our grantees by actively finding ways for them to accomplish their goals and by making sure that we always have our eye to identifying the approaches that work best. We envision positive and beneficial working relationships with our grantees where we provide as much assistance as is needed and where we are always ready with answers, not burdensome restrictions or requirements. CJD is providing over $250 million in funding to hundreds of organizations during state fiscal year 2016 for juvenile justice, delinquency prevention, victims services, law enforcement, prosecution, courts, specialty courts, prevention of child sex trafficking, and other types of projects to benefit Texans. City of Round Rock Ex s° R°°` Agenda Item Summary Agenda Number: Title: Consider executing a Preliminary Grant Application to the Officer of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division for a Grant for implementation of a Body -Worn Camera Program. Type: City Manager Item Governing Body: City Manager Approval Agenda Date: 12/4/2015 Dept Director: Chief Allen J. Banks Cost: $44,500.00 Indexes: Attachments: City Manager Approval Form, RRPD-BWC-2015APP, BWC GAPR 11-15, BodyWornCameraProgram_2015 Department: Police Department Text of Legislative File CM -2015-990 The proposed preliminary grant application would seek $75,000 from the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division and a $25,000 match from the City for a total of $100,000 to implement the use of body -worn cameras by the Police Department's field personnel. Recent years have seen several high-profile incidents that have shaken the public's faith in law enforcement in communities across the country. With the increased demands nationwide for transparency, public trust, and accountability in policing, the Department seeks to implement body -worn cameras and necessary policies as part of its mission to provide public safety and help maintain a high quality of life for community. The grant will cover the purchase of cameras and a portion of the storage required for implementation of body -worn cameras by sworn personnel. In the grant, there is $55,000 earmarked for storage, but the IT Department estimates that it will cost closer to $100,0001 depending on data storage needs and the possibility that we may have to purchase additional servers once the program is fully implemented. There are sufficient funds remaining in the Self -Finance Construction fund to cover this additional purchase if it is needed. The Department also would be required to develop partnerships with prosecution agencies regarding the use of such video. The City's 25 percent match would come from the Self -Finance Construction funds included in the FY 2016 budget. Staff recommends approval. City of Round Rock Page 1 Printed on 12/3/2015