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Approval to renew the agreement between the Roswell Police Department and the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for HIDTA Task Groups 1 and 2 for the period October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2015.
Public Safety
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Item Summary:
This is a federal, state and local initative involving 39 agencies from 11 counties designed to focus efforts on the interdiction and arrest of "high level" drug traffickers.
Currently, the Police Department has two Roswell officers assigned to HIDTA (Groups 1 and 2) and has participated in the program for more than 13 years. The City receives access to a significant and valuable intelligence network.
Committee or Staff Recommendation:
On July 15, 2014 the Public Safety and Public Works Committee recommended placing this item on the July 28, 2014 Mayor and Council agenda.
Financial Impact:
The City is responsible for the salary and vehicle operation costs for the officers and the DEA reimburses the City for overtime up to 25% of the officer's salary, subject to availability of funds and fuel reimbursement.
Presented by:
Rusty Grant, Chief of Police