AR 050206 State Asset Forfeiture proceeds

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ITEM #17 CITY OF COLTON AGENDA REPORT FOR COUNCIL MEETING OF May 2, 2006 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: KENNETH RULON, CHIEF OF POLICE SUBJECT: APPROVE ACCEPTANCE OF STATE ASSET FORFEITURE PROCEEDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,529.83 AND ADOPT BUDGET AMENDMENT. DATE: April 24, 2006 BACKGROUND: Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 11489(b)(2)(A)(i), the Police Department is required to allocate 15% of its State asset forfeiture funds to be used for drug abuse and gang prevention programs and educational materials. As the Police Department receives State asset forfeiture funds, 15% of the funds are deposited into the Department's Drug and Gang Prevention Fund. Currently, the accumulated total is $14,529.83. DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS: To continue our drug awareness and gang prevention programs the Police Department will utilize the Drug and Gang Prevention Fund to purchase literature and other handout material such as color books, pencils, rulers, sticker, and similar items to promote anti-drug and gang prevention awareness. These materials are typically distributed in the local schools and youth programs to remind children to avoid drugs and gang associations. Additionally, informational materials may be purchased and distributed at the Police Department's Parent Project classes to assist parents in dealing with their children who may be currently involved in gangs and/or drugs. FINANCIAL IMPACT: The accompanying Resolution is required to access this Drug Abuse and Gang Prevention Fund and to amend the 2005/2006 Fiscal Budget in the amount of $14,529.83 CONFLICT OF INTEREST — Gift Disclosure Requirements None. Staff recommends that the City Council approve and adopt the accompanying Resolution for the Drug Abuse and Gang Prevention Fund, currently in the amount of $14,529.83. Attachments: Resolution Prepared by: Bill Burrows, Lieutenant REVIEW TEAM ONLY 1 City Attorney:t'k . "(C-, Finance Director: L/111 , City Mana9w. OTHER: