Hire consultant to write federal crime prevention grant application
In Plain English
The city wants to apply for a federal Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Program grant focused on neighborhood revitalization and crime prevention in several Richmond neighborhoods. The Glen Price Group would prepare the grant application for $17,600 over 2.5 months. If approved, this consultant contract runs from January to March 2013.
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Votes
Approve the contract
6 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The city approved hiring the Glen Price Group for $17,600 to prepare a federal grant application aimed at reducing crime and revitalizing neighborhoods in Richmond. The consultant will work for 2.5 months to apply for the Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Program grant, which focuses on community-based crime prevention strategies. The council approved the contract with broad support in a 6-0 vote, with Mayor Butt not participating. If the grant application is successful, it could bring federal funding to support neighborhood improvement and public safety initiatives in several Richmond areas.
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