04/23/2024 Resolutions 2024-108 RESOLUTION 2024-108
WHEREAS,the City of Grand Island Police Department is requesting to apply for a
federal grant through the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act to fund a mental health
and wellness program for GIPD officers.; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department budgeted, in FY 2025, for this grant, up to 88
officers (full staff) so that we have funding for everyone to attend if we reach full staff by the time
the program is implemented. The total estimated cost of this programming for two years is
$210,457.00 with $189,410 being requested and reimbursed by the grant and $21,047 in local
funding; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department will gather the data via surveys before, during
and after program implementation to gauge the success of this pilot program. Strengthening our
support and investment in the mental health and wellness of GIPD officers will create a more
resilient team, who are better prepared to serve our community no matter what calls come in.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, to approve the application for the Law
Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act grant and$21,047 local match.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island,Nebraska, Ap 123, 2024.
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Ro . St e, Mayor
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Ji Granere, City Clerk
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