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40 <br />40 <br />7 <br />Telephone: I561) 567.6000 <br />May 9, 2400 <br />- 61l <br />BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br />1840 25th Street, Vera Reach, Florida 32960 oc)`- / q 7 <br />U.S. Department of Justice <br />Office of Community Oriented Policing Services <br />Universal Hiring Program Control Desk, 71" Floor <br />1100 Vermont Avenue, N.W. <br />Washington, D.C. 24534 <br />RE: UHP RETENTION PLAN <br />To Whom It May Concern: <br />RECEIVED <br />AIAY j <br />BOARD Or. ('OUN7Y <br />('OMMdSafOru <br />The Indian 'River County Board of County Commissioners supports the efforts of the <br />Indian River County Sheriff's Office as a community policing agency. As part of the <br />community policing endeavor, the Sheriff's Office has been awarded several COPS <br />grants including Universal Hiring, COPS AHEAD, and COPS MORE'98. <br />In reviewing and approving COPS grant applications, the Board acknowledges the fiscal <br />responsibilities of retaining these requested positions at the close of the grant period. <br />For this very reason, we conduct a five year fiscal impact study prior to proceeding with <br />any grant application. Therefore, in approving and signing the grant papers, we have <br />anticipated the future financial needs of retaining the positions and will utilize the budget <br />process to accomplish this. The authorized strength of the Sheriff's Office is increased <br />accordingly, as such grants are awarded, and incorporated into the Sheriff's Office <br />budget. <br />Although growth brings with it many challenges„ we also recognize the responsibility <br />government has to provide vital services to its community, and welcome the opportunity <br />to take advantage of federal funds to augment local dollars and provide an increased <br />level of service to our community. <br />Please be assured of our continued cooperation. <br />Sincerely. <br />Fran B. Adams, Chairman <br />Board cf County Commissioners <br />—Mn 9, 24G0 <br />Date <br />Gary . heeler, Sheriff <br />India iver County Sheriffs Office <br />f/-) nea <br />Date —� <br />