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Council authorizes application for catalytic-converter theft deterrent grant with 20% local match
Summary
Council authorized a resolution to apply for a Catalytic Converter Auto Theft Rapid Response Initiative grant; staff said the program is competitive and any award would require an approximately 80/20 match, with the city responsible for the 20% share.
Council approved a resolution authorizing the city to apply for a Catalytic Converter Auto Theft Rapid Response Initiative grant after staff explained the program and match requirements.
City staff said the program came through the police department and that the resolution is the first step in pursuing funds intended to deter catalytic-converter thefts; staff also said the grant is competitive and carries an approximately 80/20 match, meaning the city would be responsible for 20% of any award. "It is an 80-20 match. So if awarded, we would be responsible for 20% of those matching funds," staff said.
The police chief explained catalytic-converter thefts have been a prevalent issue in North Texas in recent years. Council moved, seconded and approved the resolution by voice vote.
Why it matters: catalytic-converter thefts have increased costs for vehicle owners and workload for police; grant funds would help pay for rapid-response and deterrence strategies but would require local matching dollars.
Next steps: staff can begin the competitive grant application process and will return if awarded with budget and implementation details, including the city’s share of matching funds.
