PREPARED BY: BRIAN BUBAR DATE OF MEETING: 07/02/18
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN PABLO AUTHORIZING THE SAN PABLO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT $612,056 IN GRANT FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE TOBACCO LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANT PROGRAM AND APPROPRIATE FUNDING IN THE SAME AMOUNT TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET TO DEVELOP AN EFFECTIVE, COMPREHENSIVE AND STRATEGIC APPROACH TO COMBAT ILLEGAL TOBACCO USE AMONG MINORS
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CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
Budget Spending Control is an adopted policy item under the FY 2018-21 Council Priority Work Plan, effective November 1, 2017. In addition, Reducing Promotion of Unhealthy Tobacco Products to Youth, Community Outreach, and Priority Oriented Policing Program are adopted policy items under Public Safety in the Work Plan.
CEQA Compliance Statement
This is not a project as defined by CEQA. Pursuant to Section 15001 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
BACKGROUND
The Priority Oriented Policing (POP) Unit is tasked with working with local businesses and residents to address priority issues which impact our community. These issues include addressing licensed tobacco establishments within San Pablo to ensure compliance with state and local laws. Furthermore, the POP Unit works with youth and community members within our schools and programs to develop positive and productive relationships.
The City of San Pablo has more than 60 tobacco outlets within 2.6 square miles. The large majority of licensees surround our community schools, parks, and community centers.
The San Pablo Police Department was selected by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) for funding and to participate in the "Tobacco Law Enforcement Grant Program." The total amount of provided grant funding is $612,056. The City of San Pablo supports the grant goals and wishes to participate in the "...
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