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Fray& B. Adams
Chainian
District I
Caroline D. Ginn
Vice Chairman
District 5
August 22, 2000
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BOARD OF 4-0UNTY COMMISSIONERS IJP' 4
U. S. Department of Justice
Office of Community Oriented Policing Services
Universal Hiring Program Control Desk, 7`" Floor
1100 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, D. C. 20530
RE: COPS In Schools Retention Plan
To Whom it May Concern:
BOARDOFCOUNTY
Ruth Al.StrOtnbiri�fPSION
District 2
Kenneth R. Macht
District 3
John W. Tippin
District 4
The Indian River County Board of County Commissioners supports the efforts of the Indian River
County Sheriffs Office as a community policing agency. As part of the community policing endeavor,
the Sheriffs Office has been awarded several COPS grants including Universal Hiring, COPS AHEAD,
and COPS MORE'98.
In reviewing the approving COPS Grant applications, the Board acknowledges the fiscal
responsibilities of retaining these requested positions at the close of the grant period. For this very
reason, we conduct a five year fiscal impact study prior to proceeding with any grant application.
Therefore, in approving and signing the grant papers, we have anticipated the future financial needs of
retaining the positions and will utilize the general fund portion of budget process to accomplish. The
authorized strength of the Sheriffs Office is increased accordingly, as such grants are awarded, and
incorporated into the Sheriffs Office budget. We commit to retaining the COPS funded position for
one full local budget cycle following the conclusion of federal funding; increasing tax revenues
generated by growth will be utilized to accomplish this.
Although growth brings with it many challenges, we also recognize the responsibility government has
to provide vital services to its community, and welcome the opportunity to take advantage of federal
funds to augment local dollars and provide an increased level of service to our community.
Please be assured of our continued cooperation.
Sincerely,
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Fran B. Adams. Chairman
Board of County Commissioners
Gary C. VFeeler, Sheriff
August 22. 2000 —T —a °d
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