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Consider a memorandum/resolution updating the authorization of City of Killeen officials to submit the grant application for the Fiscal Year 2027 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Crisis Assistance Program grant through the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division and to accept any subsequently awarded grant.
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DATE: October 20, 2026
TO: Laurie Wilson, Interim City Manager
FROM: Pedro Lopez, Chief of Police
SUBJECT: FY 2027 Crisis Assistance Program Grant Award
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
On February 3, 2026, City Council approved a resolution for the Victim Assistance Office of the Killeen Police Department to apply for a one-year grant from the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division, for the purpose of funding the continuation of the police department's Crisis Assistance Program to be administered through Victim’s Assistance. The grant has been awarded but due to their new process, the Office of the Governor requires specific verbiage on the resolution. Therefore, we are requesting a resolution for the following.
WHEREAS, The City Council finds it in the best interest of the citizens of Killeen that the Crisis Assistance Program be operated for 2027; and
WHEREAS, City Council agrees to provide applicable matching funds for the said project as required by the VA-Victims of Crime Act Formula Grant Program grant application; and
WHEREAS, City Council agrees that in the event of loss or misuse of the Office of the Governor funds, City Council assures that the funds will be returned to the Office of the Governor in full.
WHEREAS, City Council designates Judith Tangalin, Executive Director of Finance, as the grantee’s authorized official. The authorized official is given the power to apply for, accept, reject, alter or terminate the grant on behalf of the applicant agency.
WHEREAS, City Council designates Rachel Martin, Management Accountant, as the grantee’s financial officer. The financial officer is given the power to submit...
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