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January 24, 2017 1. Mark Geduldig-Yatrofsky, P. O. Box 50141, spoke in support of this item but voiced his concern with retention and adequate support. Motion by Ms. Psimas, and seconded by Mr. Moody, to adopt the following ordinance, and was adopted by the following vote: “ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY OF PORTSMOUTH CLASSIFICATION AND PAY PLAN FOR FY 2017 TO APPROVE PAYMENT OF A CONDITIONAL, ONE-TIME $1,000 STIPEND TO ELIGIBLE SWORN EMPLOYEES, PARAMEDICS AND DISPATCHERS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF FIRE, RESCUE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES.” Ayes: Cherry, Clark, Lucas-Burke, Moody, Psimas, Whitaker, Rowe Nays: None 17 - 56 - Adoption of an ordinance accepting an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police/youth projects in the amount of $18,000 through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services and appropriating said funds in the FY 2017 Grants Fund for use by the Portsmouth Police Department to fund equipment, uniforms and referees for the Police Athletic League. Vision Principles: Innovation and Change, Sustainable Neighborhoods, Enhanced Quality of Life and Efficient Service Delivery. Background:  The Portsmouth Police Department (PPD) has been awarded grant funding in the amount of $18,000.00 from the Byrne/Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) - Policing in the 21st Century through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) with $2,000.00 in in-kind match for total award of $20,000.00.  Estimated revenue in the FY 2017-2018 Grants Fund is increased by $18,000.00. Discussion:  The PPD has made concerted efforts to combat home-grown gangs, juvenile crime, violence, and drug possession and use issues. One of the major programs in our arsenal is the Police Athletic League (PAL). The PAL program is based upon the conviction that young people, if they are reached early, enough can develop strong positive attitudes toward police officers in their journey through life toward the goals of maturity and good citizenship.  The funds received will enable PPD to purchase equipment, uniforms, and referee stipend for games. Financial Impact:  The grant award amount of $18,000.00 by the JAG through the DCJS provides funding for the Portsmouth Police Department.  The City does have to provide an in-kind match of $2,000.00. Staff Recommends:  Adoption of an Ordinance to appropriate the amount of $18,000.00 in grant funding from the JAG through DCJS to the Portsmouth Police Department. Vision Principles: Innovation and Change, Sustainable Neighborhoods, Enhance Quality of Life, and Efficient Service Delivery. Next Steps Following Council Action:  The Chief of Police or his designee will provide grant management and oversight. Motion by Ms. Lucas-Burke, and seconded by Mr. Moody, to adopt the following ordinance, and was adopted by the following vote: