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Council ratifies JAG grant to buy two e‑bikes and fund overtime patrols downtown
Summary
A resolution accepting a 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant was adopted 7–0; the city said the total award is $63,243 and the county’s portion is $12,809. The city will use its share to buy two e‑bikes and to fund overtime emphasis patrols.
The City Council unanimously approved a resolution ratifying the city’s application for a Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Edward Byrne Memorial program.
A city public safety official identified as the chief explained the funding split and planned uses: the total JAG award is $63,243, with Yakima County receiving $12,809 to use at its discretion. The chief said the city intends to use its portion to purchase two additional e‑bikes for emphasis patrols in the downtown area and to cover overtime for officers conducting targeted patrols.
Councilman Decio moved to adopt the resolution; Deputy Mayor Brown seconded. With no public comment, the council closed the hearing and approved the resolution by roll call vote, 7–0.
Details: the chief described the city–county split and noted the city will accept the grant and pass the county portion through as required. Councilors asked no substantive follow‑up questions during the hearing.
Ending: The resolution authorizes the city manager to accept the JAG funds and to coordinate the pass‑through to Yakima County. Staff will proceed with procurement and overtime budgeting under the grant terms.
