Authorization to File an Application for Funds Made Available Through the National Institute of Justice for the Coverdell National Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program FY 2015. City of Culver City California Agenda Item Report Meeting Date: 03/23/2015 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: Authorization to File an Application for Funds Made Available Through the National Institute of Justice for the Coverdell National Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program FY 2015 Contact Person/Dept.: Jeanine Plute Police Department Fiscal Impact: Yes X No Public Hearing: Commission Action Required: Yes No x Date: _______________ Public Notification: Meetings and Agendas City Council (03/18/15) General Fund: Yes X No Attachments: Phone Number: (310) 253 6133 Action Item: Item Number: C 5 Department Approval: Scott Bixby (03/13/15) Chief Financial Officer Approval: Jeff Muir (by M. Noller) (03/17/15) City Attorney Approval: Carol Schwab (by H. Baker) (03/13/15) City Manager Approval: John M. Nachbar (03/18/15) for Institute of Justice RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council authorize the filing of an application with the National the Coverdell National Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program FY 2015. BACKGROUND: The Coverdell Program awards grants to states and units of local government to help improve the quality of forensic science services. Among other things the funds may be used for laboratory accreditation and certification of forensic unit staff. The Culver City Police Department is eligible to receive $9 900. DISCUSSION: The Police Department and Forensic Unit have determined the funds will be used to apply and prepare for laboratory accreditation by a reputable accrediting body such as the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB) the ANSI ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB) or the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA). Funds would also be used to cover crime scene certification for two Fore...
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