CC MEETING: October 14, 2025
DATE: September 24, 2025
TO: Erin Rinehart, City Manager
FROM: Elliott Reep, Emergency Management Coordinator
Robert Arredondo, Chief of Police
Title
Consider A Resolution Authorizing The City Manager To Take All Necessary Action Related To The Submission Of An Application Through The 2026 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program And Acceptance Of A Specific Award Under The 2026 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program (UASI) Grant For A Total Of $51,836.40.
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BACKGROUND:
The purpose of the Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program is to support Law Enforcement capabilities and enhance Officer Safety. The Carrollton Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has submitted a project for FY26 Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant funds in the amount of $51,836.40 to purchase replacement body armor sets for the NORTEX SWAT Team. This grant was approved by the Grant Committee on 2/12/2025, and was included in the passed FY 2026 budget. This grant will allow CPD to replace all remaining older model body armor sets currently in service.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
All funding will be provided through the reimbursement grant award, there will be no general fund obligations. Maintenance for the projects will be provided by the individual departments. Listed below is the project amount.
FY26 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant - Body Armor Sets - $51,836.40
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
Items purchased through this grant awards will support Police and NORTEX operations and enhance officer safety allowing for more efficient operations and less impact on the community.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/DESIRED ACTION:
Staff recommends City Council approve a resolution authorizing submission and acceptance of the FY 2026 Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant project in the amount of $51,836.40.