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Committee forwards $33,439 budget amendment for police laptops and GBI initiative supports
Summary
Staff said a reimbursable grant that was scheduled to end Dec. 31, 2024 was extended for one year; the committee agreed to add $33,438.89 to FY2025 to buy laptops and supplies for GBI initiatives and to support training and program costs for the "More Graduations, Less Funerals" program.
Kim, the city's business administrator, told the York City Council committee on March 26 that a grant previously administered through the county was extended for one year and that the police department needs a budget amendment of $33,438.89 to spend the remaining, reimbursable funds on laptops and supplies for GBI initiatives and related program supports.
Kim said the funding will support equipment and other costs that reduce barriers for participants in workforce and training programs, including the city's "More Graduations, Less Funerals" program. Committee members reported program metrics provided by Commissioner Mardro: 27 total applicants to date, two graduates, nine currently enrolled and additional applications pending review.
The committee voted to place the budget amendment on the April 1 legislative agenda for final approval so staff can purchase laptops, supplies and necessary testing for program participants.
Why this matters: the amendment allows the city to accept and spend a time-limited, reimbursable grant to support police GBI-related initiatives and workforce programs that city officials described as helping residents gain credentials and training.
