Title
Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Adopted Budget to increase appropriations and estimated revenues by $96,000 for the Office of the District Attorney, Fund 001, Appropriation Unit DIS001, financed by the receipt of U.S. Department of Justice funds to support the Cold Case Task Force (4/5ths vote required).
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Authorize the Auditor-Controller to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Adopted Budget to increase appropriations and estimated revenues by $96,000 for the Office of the District Attorney, Fund 001, Appropriation Unit DIS001, financed by the receipt of U.S. Department of Justice funds to support the Cold Case Task Force (4/5ths vote required).
SUMMARY:
The Office of the District Attorney (DA) requested permission in June 2021 to apply for a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice (attached) for funding to support the Cold Case Task Force. This multi-year grant, extending from the current fiscal year, through FY 2023-24, provides funding for specialized DNA testing of evidence from criminal cases that have gone “cold” over the years.
DISCUSSION:
The District Attorney requests your support to authorize the Auditor-Controller to make the necessary changes to the FY 2021-22 Adopted Budget.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The CAO reviewed this report.
FINANCING:
Funds are being provided by the U.S. Department of Justice. This action would increase appropriations and revenues by $96,000.00 for the Office of the District Attorney, Fund 001, Appropriation Unit DIS001, for laboratory testing, some overtime hours and travel. There will be no impact to the General Fund Contribution.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Mark a check to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives
Economic Development
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Health & Human Services
Infrastructure
X Public Safety
Prepared by: Bruce Suckow, Finance Manager, Ext. 5259
Approved by: Jeannine M. Pacioni, District Attorney, Ext. 5470
Attachments:
Board Report
Grant Enclosures