HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-24-317RESOLUTION NO.24-317
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to sign and execute two (2)
multi -agency Interlocal Agreements between all participating Subgrantees in the Southeast
Texas Auto Theft Grant Task Force, and the City of Beaumont. The Interlocal Agreements are
substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit "A," and Exhibit `B," and made a part
hereof for all purposes.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Beaumont this the 3rd day of
December, 2024.
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Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
Interlo cal Agreement
FY2024 Senate Bill 224 Grant
City of BeaLTmont, Jefferson County,
City of Port Arthur,
Hardin County, Orange County,
Jasper County
YNTERUOCAL AGREEMENT
SOUTHEAST TEXAS AUTO THEFT TASK FORCE
FY2024 Senate Bill 224 Grant
STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This Interlocal Agreement is entered into by and between the City of Beaumont
("Grantee"), a municipal corporation situated in Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, the City of
Port Arthur , a municipal corporation situated in Jefferson County, Texas ("Sub -Grantee"),
Jefferson County, a political subdivision of the State of Texas (Sub -Grantee), Hardin County,
a political subdivision of the State of Texas ("Covered Area Warty"), Jasper County, a political
subdivision of the State of Texas ("Covered Area Party"), and Orange County, a political
subdivision of the State of Texas ("Covered Area Party"), pursuant to the Interlocal Cooperation
Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 791.
WXTNESSETH
WHEREAS, Beaumont, Port Arthur, Hardin County, Jasper County, Jefferson
County, and Orange County, collectively herein after referred to as "Parties", have the objective
to participate in a combined task force funded by the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
(MVCPA) of the State of Texas, in the amount of $527,700.00 for the Southeast Texas Auto Theft
Task Force, and,
WHEREAS, the Grantee and Sub -Grantees have agreed to contribute the total of $0.00 in
matching funds and $0.00 in in -kind matching funds if said grant application is approved; and,
WHEREAS, the source of funds would not normally be used for this purpose; and,
WHEREAS, the Parties believe it to be in their best interests to continue a
multijurisdictional MffCPA Task Force; and
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WHEREAS, the Parties agree to each accept the responsibility and to adhere to all
applicable federal, state, and local laws or regulations
NOW THERE, FORE, IT IS HEREBY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE I. PURPOSE
1 .01 The purpose of this Agreement is to allow Beaumont (Grantee) to file an application for a
grant with the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (Agency), which application is attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof for all purposes.
ARTICLE II. TERM
2.01 The term of this Agreement is to commence on May 21", 2024 and to end May 20111, 2025.
ARTICLE IIL CONSIDERATION
3 .01 As consideration for this Agreement, the Grantee and Sub -Grantees agree to contribute
atotal of $0.00 in matching funds and $0.00 in in -kind matching hands for the enhancement of the
funded grant program in the amounts and methods as follows:
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Travel; Equipment; Supplies and
Direct Operating Expenses
$0.00
N/A
Professional and Contractual
Services (Investigator's Benefits
for Pont Arthur employee)
$0.00
N/A
Professional and Contractual
Services (Investigator's Benefits
for Jefferson County employee)
$0.00
N/A
Hardin County
$0.00
N/A
Jasper County
$0.00
N/A
Oxan e County
$0.00
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Beaumont
$0.00
Port Arthur
$0.00
Jefferson County
$0.00
Hardin County
$0.00
Jasper cou!q
$0.00
Orange County
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ARTICLE IV. ALLOCATION OF FUNDS
4.01 The specific allocation of the Parties fund is set out in, the attachment to this Agreement,
marked as Exhibit "B", and made a part hereof for all purposes.
ARTICLE V. EQUIPMENT
5 .01 Upon termination of this Agreement, equipment including vehicles, hardware, and other
non -expendable items will revert to the applicant. The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
of the State of Texas will be. notified and inventory records will be updated.
ARTICLE VI. AMENDMENTS
6.01 This Agreement maybe amended by the mutual agreement of the parties hereto in writing
to be attached to and incorporated into this Agreement.
ARTICLE VII. LEGAL CONSTRUCTION
7.01 In the event anyone or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall be held to
be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect such invalidity, illegality, or unenforeeability
shall not affect any other provision thereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid,
illegal, or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein.
ARTICLE VIII. UNIFORM ASSURANCES
8.01 In accordance with §783.005 of the Texas Government Code Grantee and sub -grantee shall
comply with the following uniform assurances:
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8 .01 In accordance with §783.005 of the Texas Government Code Grantee and sub -grantee shall
comply with the following uniform assurances.
Byrd Anti -Lobbying Amendment - Grantee certifies that no federal appropriated funds
have been paid or will be paid to any person or organization for influencing or attempting to
influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress on its behalf to obtain, extend, or modify this
contract or grant. If non -:Federal funds are used by Grantee to conduct such lobbying activities, the
prescribed disclosure form shall promptly be filed. In accordance with 31 U.S.C. § 1352(b)(5),
Grantee acknowledges and agrees that it is responsible for ensuring that each sub -grantee certifies
its compliance with the expenditure prohibition and the declaration requirement.
Child Support Obligation - Grantee represents and warrants that it will include the
following clause in the award documents for every sub -award and subcontract and will require
sub -recipients and contractors to certify accordingly; Under Section 231.006 of the Family Code,
the vendor or applicant certifies that the individual or business entity named in this contract, bid
or application is not ineligible to receive the specified grant, loan, or payment and acknowledges
that this contract may be terminated and payment may be withheld if this certification is inaccurate.
A bid or an application for a contract, grant, or loan paid from state funds must include the name
and social security number of the individual or sole proprietor and each partner, shareholder, or
owner with an ownership interest of at least 25 percent of the business entity submitting the bid or
application.
Clean Air Act & Federal Water Pollution Control Act - Grantee represents and warrants
that it will comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean
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Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401 -7671 q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33
U.S.C. 1251-13 87).
Compliance with Laws, Rules and Requirements - Grantee represents and warrants that it
will comply, and assure the compliance of all its sub -recipients and contractors, with all applicable
federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies in effect or hereafter established. In addition,
Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply with all requirements imposed by the awarding
agency concerning special requirements of law, program requirements, and other administrative
requirements. In instances where multiple requirements apply to Grantee, the more restrictive
requirement applies.
Contract Oversight - Grantee represents and warrants that it will maintain oversight to
ensure that contractors perform in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications of
their contracts or purchase orders.
Contract Work Hours & Safety Standards Act - Grantee represents and warrants that it will
comply with the requirements of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C.
3701-3708).
Cybersecurity 'Training Program - Grantee represents and warrants its compliance with §
2054.5191 of the Texas Government Code relating to the cybersecurity training program for local
government employees who have access to a local government computer system or database. If
Grantee has access to any state computer system or database, Grantee shall complete cybersecurity
training and verify completion of the training -program to the Agency pursuant to and in accordance
with § 2054.5192 of the Government Code.
Davis -Bacon Act and the Copeland Act - Grantee represents and warrants that it will
comply with the requirements of the Davis -Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141- 3144, and 3146-3148) as
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supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 5, "Labor Standards Provisions
Applicable to Contracts Covering Federally Financed and Assisted Construction") and the
Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. §276c and 18 U.S.C. §874).
Debarment and Suspension - Grantee certifies that it and its principals are not suspended
or debarred from doing business with the state or federal government as listed on the State of Texas
Debarred Vendor List maintained by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and the System
for Award Management (SAKI) maintained by the General Services Administration.
Debts and Delinquencies - Grantee agrees that any payments due under the contract or
grant shall be applied towards any debt or delinquency that is owed to the State of Texas.
Disaster Recovery Plan - Upon request of Agency, Grantee shall provide copies of its most
recent business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
Disclosure of Violations of Federal Criminal Law - Grantee represents and warrants its
compliance with 2 CFR § 200,113 which requires the disclosure in writing of violations of federal
criminal law involving fraud, bribery, and gratuity and the reporting of certain civil, criminal, or
administrative proceedings to SAM.
Disclosure Protections for Certain Charitable Organizations, Charitable Trusts & Private
Foundations- Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply with Section 2252,906 of the
Texas Government Code relating to disclosure protections for certain charitable organizations,
charitable trusts, and private foundations.
Dispute Resolution - The dispute resolution process provided in Chapter 2009 of the Texas
Government Code is available to the parties to resolve any dispute arising under the agreement.
Excluded Parties - Grantee certifies that it is not listed in the prohibited vendors list
authorized by Executive Order No. 13224, `Blocking Property and Prohibiting Transactions with
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Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism", published by the United States
Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Executive Head of a State Agency Affirmation - Under Section 669,003 of the Texas
Government Code, relating to contracting with an executive head of a state agency, Grantee
represents that no person who served as an executive of Agency, in the past four (4) years, was
involved with or has any interest in the contract or grant. If Grantee employs or has used the
services .of a former executive of Agency, then Grantee shall provide the following information in
the Response: name of the former executive, the name of the state agency, the date of separation
from the state agency, the position held with Grantee, and the date of employment with Grantee.
Funding Limitation - Grantee understands that all obligations of Agency under the contract
or grant are subject to the availability of grant funds. The contract or grant is subject to termination
or cancellation, either in whole or in pant, without penalty to Agency if such hinds are not
appropriated or become unavailable.
Governing Law & Venue - This agreement shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to the conflicts of law provisions.
The venue of any suit arising under this agreement is fixed in any court of competent jurisdiction
of Beaumont Jefferson County, Texas, unless the specific venue is otherwise identified in a statute
that directly names or otherwise identifies its applicability to the contracting state agency.
Indemnification - to the extent permitted by law Grantee shall defend, indemnify and hold
harmless the state of Texas and agency, and/or their officers, agents, employees, representatives,
contractors, assignees, and/or designees from any and all liability, actions, claims, demands, or
suits, and all related costs, attorney fees, and expenses arising out of, or resulting from any acts or
omissions of Grantee or its agents, employees, subcontractors, order fulfillers, or suppliers of
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subcontractors in the execution or performance of the contract and any purchase orders issued
under the contract. The defense shall be coordinated by Grantee with the office of the Texas
Attorney General when Texas state agencies are named defendants in any lawsuit and Grantee
may not agree to any settlement without first obtaining the concurrence from the office of the
Texas Attorney General. Grantee and agency agree to furnish timely written notice to each other
of any such claim.
Law Enforcement Agency Grant Restriction - Grantee on behalf of Southeast Texas Auto
Theft TasIc Force is a law enforcement agency regulated by Chapter 1701 of the Texas Occupations
Code, Grantee represents and warrants that it will not use appropriated money unless the law
enforcement agency is in compliance with all rules adopted by the Texas Commission on Law
Enforcement (TCOLE), or TCOLE certifies that it is in the process of achieving compliance with
such rules.
Legal Authority - Grantee represents that it possesses legal authority to apply for the grant.
A resolution, motion or similar action has been duly adopted or passed as an official act of the
Grantee's governing body, authorizing the filing of the Response, including all understandings and
assurances contained therein, and difecting and authorizing the person identified as the official
representative, or the designee of Grantee to act in connection with the Response and to provide
such additional information as may be required.
Lobbying Expenditure Restriction - Grantee represents and warrants that Agency's
payments to Grantee and Grantee's receipt of appropriated or other funds under the contract or
grant are not prohibited by Sections 403.1067 or 556.0055 of the Texas Government Code which
restrict lobbying expenditures
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No Conflicts of Interest State - Grantee represents and warrants that performance under the
contract or grant will not constitute an actual or potential conflict of interest or reasonably create
an appearance of impropriety. Further, Grantee represents and warrants that in the administration
of the grant, it will comply with all conflict of interest prohibitions and disclosure requirements
required by applicable law, rules, and policies, including Chapter 176 of the Texas Local
Government Code. If circumstances change during the course of the contract or grant, Grantee
shall promptly notify Agency.
No Waiver of Sovereign Inununity - The Parties expressly agree that no provision of the
grant or contract is in any way intended to constitute a waiver by the Agency or the State of Texas
of any immunities from suit or from liability that the Agency or the State of Texas may have by
operation of law.
Open Meetings - Grantee represents and warrants its compliance with Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code which requires all regular, special or called meeting of a governmental
body to be open to the public, except as otherwise. provided by law.
Texas Public Information Act - Information, documentation, and other material in
connection with this Solicitation or any resulting contract or grant may be subject to public
disclosure pursuant to Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code (the "Public Information Act").
In accordance with Section 2252,907 of the Texas Government Code, Grantee is required to make
any information created or exchanged with the State pursuant to the contract or grant, and not
otherwise excepted fi•om disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act, available in a format
that is accessible by the public at no additional charge to the State.
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Reporting Compliance - Grantee represents and warrants that it will submit timely,
complete, and accurate reports in accordance with the grant and maintain appropriate backup
documentation to support the reports.
Records Retention State Grant - Grantee shall maintain and retain all records relating to
the performance of the grant including supporting fiscal documents adequate to ensure that claims
for grant funds are in accordance with applicable State of Texas requirements. These records will
be maintained and retained by Grantee for a period of four (4) years after the grant expiration date
or until all audit, claim, and litigation matters are resolved, whichever is later. Agency reserves
the right to direct a Grantee to retain documents for a longer period of time or transfer certain
records to Agency custody when it is determined the records possess longer term retention value.
Grantee must include the substance of this clause in all subawards and subcontracts.
Reporting Suspected fraud and Unlawful Conduct - Grantee represents and warrants that it
will comply with Section 321,022 of the Texas Government Code, which requires that suspected
fraud and unlawful conduct be reported to the State Auditor's Office.
State Auditor's Right to Audit - The state auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of
any entity receiving Rinds from the state directly under the contract or indirectly through a
subcontract under the contract. The acceptance of funds directly under the contract or indirectly
through a subcontract under the contract acts as acceptance of the authority of the state auditor,
under the direction of the legislative audit committee, to conduct an audit or investigation in
connection with those funds. Under the direction of the legislative audit committee, an entity that
is the subject of an audit or investigation by the state auditor must provide the state auditor with
access to any information the state auditor considers relevant to the investigation or audit.
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Sub -award Monitoring - Grantee represents and warrant that it will monitor the activities
of the sub -grantee as necessary to ensure that the sub -award is used for authorized purposes, in
compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the sub -award,
and that sub -award performance goals are achieved.
ARTICLE X. FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
10,01 In accordance with §783,006 of the Texas Governinent Code Standard Financial
Management Conditions the prescribed are applicable to all grants and agreements executed
between affected entities:
Financial reporting - Accurate, current, and complete disclosure of the financial results of
grant related activities must be made in accordance with the financial reporting requirements of
the grant.
Accounting records - Grantee will maintain records, which adequately identify the source
and application of funds, provided for grant related activities. These records will contain
information pertaining to grant awards and obligations, unobligated balances, assets, liabilities,
outlays or expenditures, and income.
Internal control - Effective control and accountability will be maintained for all grant cash,
real and personal property, and other assets. Grantee will safeguard all such property and assure
that it is used for authorized grant purposes.
grant.
Page Budget control - Actual expenditures will be kept within budgeted amounts for each
Allowable cost - Applicable cost principles, agency program regulations, and the terms of
grant agreements sliall be followed in determining the reasonableness, allowability, and
allocability of costs.
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Source documentation - Accounting records must be supported by such source
documentation as checks, paid bills, payroll records, receipts, timesheets, travel vouchers, and
other records, etc. These source documents must be retained and made available for MVCPA staff
when requested.
Cash management - Grantee will establish reasonable procedures to ensure the receipt of ,
reports on cash balances and cash disbursements in sufficient time to enable them to prepare
complete and accurate cash transactions reports to the awarding agency.
Reimbursement Grant - All expenditures reported will be based on actual amounts paid
and documented. Reporting budgeted amounts or estimated costs as expenditures are not
permitted and if used may result in payment suspension and possible termination of the grant.
Costs Incurred outside the Program Period - Grant funds may not be obligated prior to the
effective date without written permission of the MVCPA director or subsequent to the termination
date of the grant period. All obligations must be consistent with the Statement of Grant Award
and used for statutorily authorized purposes.
ARTICLE XI. COMPLIANCE
11 .01 Grantee and subgrantee will comply with state law, program rules and regulations and the
Statement of Grant Award, In addition, Grantee and sub -grantee represents and warrants that it
will comply with all requirements imposed by the awarding agency concerning special
requirements of law, program requirements, and other administrative requirements. Information,
guidance and program rules can be found in the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant
Administrative Manual and if not found in the administrative manual then grantee and subgrantee
must follow the Texas Grant Management Standards maintained under the authority of the Texas
Comptroller of Public Accounts. These grant management standards are used by the Motor
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Vehicle Cringe Prevention Authority in the administration of the MVCPA grant program,
Sub -grantee Monitoring and Management - The local government must monitor the
activities of the sub -grantee as necessary to ensure that sub -award performance goals are achieved
and the sub -award is used for authorized purposes, in compliance with state law, rules, and the
terms and conditions of the sub -award, Monitoring of the sub -grantee must include:
(1) Reviewing financial and performance reports required by the local government.
(2) Following -up and ensuring that the sub -grantee tales timely and appropriate action on
all deficiencies pertaining to the sub -award provided to the sub -grantee from the local
government detected through audits, on -site reviews, and other means,
(3) Issuing a management decision for audit findings pertaining to the sub -award provided
to the sub -grantee from the local government as required.
ARTICLE XH. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
12.01 This Agreement supersedes any and all other agreements, either oral or in writing, between
the Parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof, and no other agreement, statement, or
promise relating to the subject matter of this Agreement which is not contained herein shall be
valid or binding upon all Parties,
EXECUTED IN DUPLICATE ORIGINALS, EACH OF WHICH SHALL HAVE' THE
FULL FORCE AND EFFECT OF AN ORIGINAL, EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER.112022.
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EXECUTED by the City of Beaumont this day of
2024
CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS
In
Kenneth Williams, City Manager.
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EXECUTED by the City of Port Arthur this clay of
2024
CITY OF PORT 0TIljjiK,,TEXA8
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Manager
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EXECUTED by Jefferson County this day of
0 4 im f , 2024
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS
By:
Jeff Bra 'ck, pn Judge
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EXECUTED by Hardin County this 12th day of
November , 2024
HARDIN COUNTY, TEXAS
Digitally signed 5y Judge Wayne
McDaniel
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By: Date: 2024.11.1212:35.47.00'00'
Wayne McDaniel, County Judge
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EXECUTED by Jasper County this 18th day of
October -, 2024
JASPER COUNTY, TEXAS
By:
Mark Allen, County Judge
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EXECUTED by Orange Coullty this 22nd day of
October , 2024
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Exhibit A
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Primary Agency / Grantee Legal Name: City of Beaumont
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Program Title Please enter a short description of the proposed program that can be used as the title.
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
Application Category (See Request for Applications [RFA] for category details and descriptions RFA Priority Funding Section):
po New Grant - 2024 Is the first year of the MVCPA Catalytic Conveter Program Grants. All 2024 grant applicants use the new grant
category.
MVCPA Program Category (see RFA and TAG 43,3 §57.14). Check all that apply.
® Law Enforcement, Detection and Apprehension
O Prosecution, AdJudlcation and Conviction
V2 Reduction of the Theft of Catalytic Converters
i2 Education Programs and Marketing
Taskforce Grant Participation and Coverage Area
Provide a General Description of tho Participating and Coverage Area of this Grant Application
Jefferson, Hardin, Orange, and Jasper counties and all municipalities therein.
Define In the tables below the grant relationships and geographic area of the Catalytic Converter program:
Applicant will add the participating and coverage agencies from ilia ORI list below. If an agency is not In the ORI list, please include
the agency and role In the general description above. Make sure to follow the definitions below and select an agency In the dropdown.
Use the Add as Participating Agency or Add as Coverage Agency button to populate the list,
Participating Agencies are agencies that materially participate In the grant application through the exchange of funds for
reimbursement and cash match. Participating agencies are defined after the grant award by Interlocal/Interagency agreements.
Each applicant must select their own agency first. Then select agencies that will receive or provide funding and/or resources.
[Note: Interlocalllnteragency agreements do not need to be submitted with the application. Interlocal agreements will need to be
executed prior to the first payment being made if selected for a grant. Letters of support with the application from the participating
agencies are strongly recommended.]
Coverage Agencies are agencies that provided some level of coverage, assistance or support by this grant application but will riot
materially exchange funds as cash match or reimbursement. The coverage is not supported by an after the award with
Interlocal/interagency agreements. Coverage agencies as law enforcement agencies may have jurisdictional coverage agreements
unrelated to the grant (Ex. City Y is within County X or vice versa). Agencies selected In this list Include agencies that will be
covered or where the agency Indicates that their agency will coordinate or call upon the program. Letters of support with the
application from the participating agencies are strongly recommended_
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O Texas Department of Pubi'io Safety (DPS)
O Other State or Federal Agency (specify:)
Resolution: Complete a Resolution and submit to local goveming body for approval. Semple Resolution Is found In the Request for
Application or send a request for an electronic copy to grantsMVCPA@fxdmvgov. The completed and executed Resolution must be
attached to this on-line application.
Grant Budget Form
MVCPA recommends that the applicant complete the total costs (MVCPA and Cash Match combined) for this program. The applicant can
then enter the desired amount of Cash Match (not less than 20% per TAG Title 43, R§57.36). The system will then calculate the correct
grant and match amounts.
Budget Entry Option:
O Enter Total and lot system calculate MVCPA Funds and Cash Match, Match Percentage: %
Enter MVCPA and Cash Match Amounts
Click on category name to edit budget detall for that category.
Budget Category
Personnel
Fringe
Overtime
Professional and Contract Services
Travel
Equipment
Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (ROE)
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Cash Match Percentage
Description
Total Personnel .
total Fringe
Total Overtime
Total Professional and Contract Services
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Overtime
Professional and Contract Services
Travel
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High Definition Night Vision Binoculars
4-Post Automotive Service Lift
Cordless DOT Peen Marking System
Video Wall Board
3 Side Video Display
2- 2023 4X4 1/2 ton Crew Cab 4dr trucks
Ariel Drone (UAV)
Total Equipment
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Subcategory Pet Tillie Funds Cash Match Total
Equipment
$6,800
$0
$6,800
$12,800
$0
$12,800
$7,700
$0
$7,700
$99,500
$0
$99,500
$20,600
$0
$20,600
$92,900
$0
$92,900
$7,400
$0
$7,400
$247,700
$0
$247,700
Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
FLOCK Cametasll-PR's $280,000 $0 $280,000
Total Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE) $280,000 $0 $280,000
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Equipment
High Definition Night Vision Binoculars (Pulsar HD XP60 Thermal Imaging) with built-in photo and recording capability. 2.5x-20x
magnification with built -In wI-fi (2.5 / 5Ghz) allowing for streaming to a smartphone through the Stream Vision 2 Mobile Application.
This equipment will be used for nighttime operations to detect Catalytic Converter thieves in larger areas, such as apartment
complexes, hotel parking lots and fleet vehicle parking areas. ($6,800.00) Rotary 4-Post Service Lift with 14,000 pound lifting capacity
and 182" wheelbase with closed front (220/Single Phase Power and Automotive Lift institute Cartifled). Delivery and Installation are in
the total price. This lift will add to the 12,000 pound 4-post service lift the task force already has. The additional lift would be used for
Catalytic Converter engraving as well as being used for vehicle Inspections relating to other motor vehicle crimes. ($12,800.00)
Flymark Cordless Mini DOT Peen Marking System with an Integrated barcode scanner, from Rocklin Manufacturing Co. The system
comes with two batteries, battery charger and protective carrying case. This system will be used to mark Catalyt€c Converters on
vehicles with the corresponding VIN, which will be read by the barcode scanner and automatically populate the system with correct
VIN to be stamped on the converter. ($7,700.00) 4X3 Video Wall: Cables & Connectors (16 @ $29.00 each $464.00); Mounting
Hardware (16 @ $29,00 each $464.00); Wire Management (16 @ $29.00 each $464.00); AMX.FGN2222A-SA Video, JPEG2000
Decoder, AES67 (12 @ $1.143.00 each $13,716,00); LG.55VSM5J-H Disp, 55" FHD, Even Bezel .44MM (12 @ $4,080.00 each
$48,960.00; PEER.DS-VW775 Mount, Smart Mount Supreme (12 @ $414.00 each $4,968.00) Total for Equipment: $60,036.00.
Design, Engineering, Fabrication, Project Management, installation, Commissioning, Training and Warranty $30,349.00. (Total project:
$99,385.00) 3 Side Display: Mounting Hardware (2 @ $29.00 Each $68.00); Wire Management (2 @$29.00 Each $58,00);
MAX.FGN2222A-SA Video,JPEG2000 Decoder, AES67 (3 @ 1.143.00 Each $3,429.00); LG.86UR340C9UD Disp.TV, 86", 4K, UHD
330NiT (3 @ $2,520.. Each $7,560.00); Peer.ST680 Mount, Universal Tilt for 61" -102" FL (3 @ $147.00 Each $441.00) Total
Equipment: $11,546.00. Design, Engineering, Fabrication, Project Management, installation, Commissioning, Training and Warranty
$9,061,00. (Total Project: $20,607.00) These Video walls will be used along with the Beaumont Police Department Real Time Crime
Center using FUSUS to monitor public and private video feeds throughout the city and area, as a real time force multiplier. This
equipment will enable live feeds from ongoing operations, such as live feeds from drones, pole cameras, balt vehicles (which the
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will be employing) cell phones, ring door belt cameras, FLOCK LPR/Cameras and traffic
cameras. This also,adds the ability to respond more quickly and obtain more Information on crimes like Catalytic Converter theft from a
Motor Vehicle as they occurring or right after they have occurred. This would greatly enhance the efforts of the Task Force In the
combatting Catalytic Converter theft, not just in the ability to monitor areas of Catalytic Converter thefts, also the amount of Intelligence
that would be gleaned from this effort. 2023 Ford F-150 Crew Cab 4 Door Trucks (2 @ $46,600.00 Each (Total: $92,900.00) One of the
vehicles being requested Is to replace a vehicle for the Jefferson County Deputy. The vehicle that had been being used was a seized
vehicle from Jefferson County. That vehicle was totaled in a wreck that left the deputy seriously Injured. The driver of the other vehicle
was Intoxicated. The Deputy Is now driving a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (VIN: 1 GNL02E07DR361582) with 128,786 miles on it and Is In
poor shape. The other vehicle Is a replacement for a Gray 2016 Ford F-150 (ViN:1 FTEW1 CF5GKE60361) and has approximately
118,000 miles on It and is 8 years old. (Total: $92,900.00) DJI Mavic 3T Plus Combo: Comes with Mavic 3T Aircraft (UAV) Mavic 3
Intelligent Flight Battery, microSD Card 64GB, Gimbal Protector, Mavic 3 Enterprise Series Propellers (Pair) x3, RC Pro Enterprise
controller, Screwdriver, USB-C Power Adapter (100W), 100W Power AdaptorAC Cable, USB-C Cable, USB-C to USB-C Cable,
Protector Case, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Series RTK Module, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Series Battery Kit for charging batteries to prolong
flight time. ($7,400.00) This drone has a conventional camera (56x Hybrid zoom), as well as, Thermal imaging (640x512 px), both of
which can be viewed simultaneously. The flight time on one battery is rated at 45 minutes. 3 additional batteries and a Series Charging
Hub come with the package for extended flight time In more lengthy surveillance operations, Ideally suited for nighttime operations.
Video storage is 64GB and the video can also be viewed remotely. ($7,400.00)
G, Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
The Task force is requesting funding for 88 FLOCK LPRICameras, 80 Short Range LPR/Cameras (80 @ $3,000.00 per year
$240,000.00) and 8 Long Range LPRICameras (8 @ $5,000.00 per year $40,000) for a total of $280,000,00. This contract would be
paid yearly and the equipment is leased, so there would be no equipment inventory or repairs to equipment. The Flock LPR/Camera
system will be an Integral part of the Task Force Intelligence gathering network. This intelligence will be used to identify Catalytic
Converter theft from a Motor Vehicle actors vehicles and Increase the probability of Identifying actors to make arrests and recover
stolen Catalyt€c Converters.
Revenue
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Cash Match
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Reported Cases
2022
2023
Jurisdiction
Catalytic
Converter
theft
Catalytic
Convorler
Theft
Beaumont PD
428
100
Jefferson CO SO
18
_ 4
Nederland
0
2
Orange PD
14
3
Port Arthur PD
71
10
Kountze PD
1
0
Sour Lake PD
4
0
Vidor PD
a
0
Lumberton PD
1
3
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Application Narrative
Grant Introduction (;executive summary) and Generai Information
i,i Briefly describe the organization and program operation. Provide a high level summary to the application and how it will affect the
local community. (500 words or less)
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force has been an Integral part of reducing motor vehicle crimes, including the particularly
disruptive Issue of Catalytic Converter Theft, in Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, and Jasper Counties since 1993. Comprised of dedicated
personnel from the Beaumont Police Department, Port Arthur Police Department, and the Jefferson County Sheriffs Office, the task
force has consistently worked to combat these crimes, which have significant economic and social impacts on the affected
communities. Catalytic Converter Theft not only causes financial losses for Individuals and businesses but also disrupts essential
activities such as work commutes, school runs, medical visits, and grocery shopping. The ripple effects extend to Industries like
petrochemicals, which rely on uninterrupted transportation for their operations. To address this pressing Issue, the task force plans to
leverage technology and force multipliers such as License Plate Readers (LPRs 1 Cameras), drones, and night vision binoculars, as
well as the Beaumont Police Department Real Time Crime Center, to gather Intelligence on Catalytic Converter theft activities.
Additionally, the task force will continue Inspections of Metal Recycling Entitles, Used Parts Dealers, and Salvage Yards and Repair
Shops to Identify any entities involved in the Illegal purchase or sale of stolen Catalytic Converters. This Intelligence-gatherinq effort
will utilize various sources, Including community Input, crime patterns, and trends analysis, as well as surveillance, covert operations,
and tips from programs like Crime Stoppers. The Implementation of SB224, known as The Deputy Darren Almendarez Act, will
enhance legal Suppolt to arrest and prosecute offenders involved In Catalytic Converter Theft. By working closely with the judicial
system, the task force alms to ensure thorough Investigations and maximize prosecution outcomes. Furthermore, community
engagement and education initiatives will play a crucial role in preventing Catalytic Converter Theft. This Includes awareness
presentations, marking events for Catalytic Converters, and fostering relationships with law enforcement agencies within and outside
the coverage area to facilitate collaboration and information sharing. Ultimately, the goal of the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
is to reduce Catalytic Converter theft and enhance the safety and security of all communities in the State of Texas through proactive
enforcement, public education, and collaborative efforts.
1.2 Describe the taskforce governing, organization and command structures, include a description of the nature of support and
agreements that will be in place if the grant is awarded. Provide any details unique to the taskforce organization or geographical
target area. Describe whether any part of this grant will be directed to serve a specific target population (or subset of the community)?
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force Is a part of the Beaumont Police Department Criminal Investigations Division, There Is a
Captain of the Division, with Lleulanants over the units In the Division. The Auto Theft Task Force has a Lieutenant over the unit, that
is also designated as the Commander! Program Director. The Lieutenant is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the Auto Theft
Task Force and the grant. The Task Force Commander- has a Sergeant that Is designated as the Supervisor 1 Program Manager. The
Sergeant Is responsible for case assignments, monthly reports, quarterly progress reports and all other daily 1 weekly I monthly
supervisory duties pertaining to case investigations, proposed activities or operations which further the grant goals and ensure that
they are met, Investigators are responsible for case investigations and all other duties that are assigned. There are four Investigators
from the Beaumont Police Department, one investigator from the Jefferson County Sheriffs Department and one investigator from the
Port Arthur Police Department. There will be Interlocal agreements in place with each of the four counties included In the coverage
area, as welt as the participating sub -grantee Departments, Jefferson County Sheriffs Department and Port Arthur Police Department.
There will also be letters of agreement with the District Attorneys of each county In the coverage area. The four -county project area Is
comprised of numerous communities and according to the most recent US Census estimate (2020) the counties have a combined
population of approximately 430,000, with nearly 60% residing In Jefferson County, The four -county project area Is In the southeast
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corner of the state, with a combined area of 2,361 square miles. There are 20 local law enforcement agencies in the coverage area.
The major roadways which bisect the coverage area are as follows: Interstate 10 goes directly through Orange and Jefferson
Counties and is the major southern coast to coast interstate highway In the United States. Highway 90 is also a major highway which
cuts through the center of the City of Beaumont east to west. State Highway 105 also comes through Beaumont from the northwest.
Highway 69/96/287 Is the major north south highway coming directly through Jasper and Hardin counties into Beaumont and Pori
Arthur. There Is also Highway 73, which Is south of Beaumont closer to the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and runs from Winnle, TX to
near Orange, TX. The Port of Beaumont, the Port of Port Arthur and the Port of Orange are also In the coverage area. The Coverage
area Is bounded by the Gulf of Mexico to the south and the Sabine River to the East, abutting the Louisiana state line In Orange
County. The Neches River Is the waterway that is the eastern boundary of the City of Beaumont and empties into the Sabine River
near the Gulf of Mexico, Beaumont Is the largest city along Interstate 10 between Houston and Baton Rouge, LA. The Beaumont area
Is also the 6th most densely populated area In the State. The City of Beaumont has a population of 115,013. The estimated daytime
population, according to TxDoT (Beaumont Commuting.Area.Reporls.Portal), swells to 136,805. That Influx of 20,792 also brings
more vehicles into the city increasing the number of vehicles #hat hecome targets of Catalytic Converter Theft. There are over 100,000
vehicles per day that pass through the city limits of Beaumont on Interstate 10. (TXDOT TTP Web Viewer AADT) TXDOT reported
there were over 390,000 vehicles registered within our four -county coverage area In 2021. More than half of these vehicles are In
Jefferson County, which is primarily urban and suburban areas. The four -county project area had 531 vehicles that suffered Catalytic
Converter thefts for 2022 and 1i9 Catalytic Converter thefts reported for 2023, (Numbers obtained from project area agencies that
had accurate records of Catalytic Converter thefts) According to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation records, thel's are 1i
licensed Metal Recycling Entities in the four -county coverage area. There are 12 Used Auto Parts Recyclers In the four -county
coverage area. The entire population of the coverage area will be served by the last< force. The amount of service will be dictated by
the need for assistance from agencies in the coverage area, investigations that lead to different specific areas and on the rise or fall in
the frequency of Catalytic Converter Thefts In that specific community or geographic area.
Grant Problem Statement
2.1 Provide an assessment of the Catalytic Converter Theft problem in the coverage area of this application. Include loss data consistent
with the reported Incident numbers above.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force coverage area has experienced an enormous increase in Catalytic Converter theft since
2020. The thefts, driven by the price of precious metals, which are found In Catalytic Converters, such as Platinum, Palladium and
Rhodium. The trace precious metals, which act as the catalysts in the converter, essentially convert/reduce the hydrocarbons in the
exhaust of combustion engines, creating less environmentally harmful emissions. The catalytic converters are harvested by street
level criminals and then sold to "fences". These "middle men" In turn sell the converters to Metal Recyclers. Once the metals are
melted and separated the Metal Recyclers can sell the precious metals. This market grew exponentially as prices of Rhodlum,
Palladium and Platinum soared In 2021-2023. This huge increase in metal prices drove the Catalytic Converter theft market. Rhodium
prices surged from approximately $6,000 per ounce in early 2021 to over $20,000 per ounce by mid-2023. Palladium prices rose from
around $2,000 per ounce In early 2021 to over $3,000 per ounce in mid-2023, Platinum prices saw a more modest Increase, from
about $1,000 per ounce in early 2021 to around $1,200 per ounce in mld-2023. Due to the Increase'in precious metal prices, the
offenders then have the opportunity to Increase the reward for a relatively low risk crime, which Is extremely hard to detect, from a law
enforcement perspective. The offenders only need a reciprocating saw with metal cutting blades. These offenders usually target
vehicles that sit higher off the ground, such as trucks and SUV's. They also target vehicles with more than one converter. The
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force experienced the highest theft rates from Toyota Vehicles during 2022-2023. More specifically
Tundra and Tacoma Pick -Up Trucks, These vehicles have more than one Catalytic Converter. The Tundra has 4 Catalytic Converters,
two on each exhaust, The Tacoma has two Catalytic Converters on the single exhaust. The Beaumont area is [ocated approximately
80 miles east of Houston and runs all the way to the Louisiana State Line. Interstate 110 Is a direct access highway from Houston and
became the target of many Catalytic Converter thieves during 2022-2023, Many collaborations were conducted with Houston PD and
Harris County during that time, identifying several actors in both jurlsd[ctions. There were also local actors Identified and arrested as
well. The Legislature passed HB 4110, restricting Metal Recyclers ability to purchase and sell Catalytic Converters. This had little
effect on the theft rates, due to the still rising metal prices. This also created the need to transport the converters out of the state In
order to sell them. During this time period actors were now going across the Louisiana State Line in order to avoid detection. The Task
Force was able to work with at least one Metal Recycler in Louisiana to Identify some of the local Catalytic Converter thieves and
made at least three arrests on prollfic offenders from the Beaumont area, The operations conducted by Houston PD, Harris County
SO and other Houston Area agencies after the death of Deputy Darren Almendarez, had a significant effect on the Catalytic Converter
theft rate In the Beaumont area, This, followed by The Deputy Darren Almendarez Act (SB 224), which gave funding and a law with
teeth, are huge steps In the battle against Catalytic Converter theft. The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force project area has
recorded at least 663 Catalytic Converter thefts (based on the statistics above, which are agencies that had accurate records of
Catalytic Converter theft from a Motor Vehicle) during the 2022-2023 Grant years. This is substantial when figuring just replacement
cost to the consumer. During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic some estimates for replacement of the Catalytic Converter/Exhaust
system were as high as $8,000.00 and a wait of up to three months for the parts, due to the high demand and the disruption of the
supply chain. These thefts in many cases furthered the disruption, aggravating the Issue, Based on a very conservative average of
$2,000.00 per Catalytic Converter system, would be over $1,300,000.00. This doesn't take into account the social and economic
losses, such as lost time at work, missed doctors visits, Inability to get kids to school, deliveries that could not get made etc, These
costs are exponentially incalculable. Catalytic Converter Theft from a Motor Vehicle Is costly to everyone In the State of Texas and hit
the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force coverage area hard economically and socially. Many businesses were closed down for
undetermined lengths of time due to these thefts, not to mention the families that suffered additional hardships.
Grant Goals and Activities
There are two parts to this section: 1) Functions of Proposed Program and 2) Goals Strategies and Activities (GSA). In the following
boxes, describe the functions of the proposed program and then complete a fillable form called GSA.
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MVCPA programs must completely describe the actions, methods and tactics that law enforcement and civilian staff will perform for each
of the categories below. Describe the reliance on technology or other program elements to solve the problem statement above and goals
below. Functions must be detailed and consistent with the requested budget. if a grant is awarded, funds expended towards activities not
described in this section will result In the reimbursement being denied.
Part I
31 Functions of the proposed program related to Catalytic Converter Theft from a motor vehicle.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will utilize multiple Goals, Strategies and Activities to reduce the Incidence of Catalytic
Converter Theft from a Motor Vehicle, employing a comprehensive program Including "Force Multipliers" such as LPITs / Cameras,
Drones and Night Vision devices to address and reduce the problem. Strategy: Reduce the Incidence of Catalytic Converter Theft:
Goals: Identify and Target Offenders and Prolific Offenders - Collect Intelligence - Collaborate with Law Enforcement Agencies and
other Organizations - Community Crime Prevention Campaign. Activities: Identify and target Offenders and Prolific Offenders:
Offenders in Catalytic Converter theft from a motor vehicle will be identified by Information and Intelligence gathered from offense
reports, Intelligence gained from arrests, Informants, other law enforcement agencies, LPR's (FLOCK Cameras and dedicated Video
Wall Boards to supplement the Beaumont PD Real Time Crime Center Monitoring System, as well as provide real time live feed
access and monitoring of operations conducted by the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force, which will he Instrumental In
intelligence gathering), surveillance observations (including the use of Drones and Night Vision Binoculars), bait operations, repair
shop Inspections, salvage yard Inspections, metal recyclar Inspections, as well as Used Auto Parts resale location Inspections. The
Beaumont Police Department Crime Analyst will also used to a degree to determine patterns or trends In these offenses. The
offenders will be the target of investigations based on the method of operation involved In the crime, types of vehicles being targeted,
geographical locatlan of the crimes and any information or evidence pointing to or linking them to the crime(s). Covert operations will
be used to target catalytic converter theft from a motor vehicle offenders, such as, bait operations, surveillance (Drones and Night
Vision Binoculars) and LPR system data mining (FLOCK cameras), as well as witnesses or video from crime scenes, to identify
offenders and determine If there Is an organized criminal enterprise Involved. Catalytic Converter Theft from a Motor Vehicle requires
an Involved plan using LPR`s (FLOCK Cameras) as a large Intelligence gathering data base. These cameras, which will placed
throughout the city of Beaumont in areas near and around Salvage Yards, Metal Recyciers and Used Auto Parts Dealers, as well as
main thoroughfares and highways, working In conjunction with the Axon Camera system that Is already in place at the Beaumont
Police Department in all patrol vehicles, which are also LPR's, will be the focal point of the Intelligence gathering mechanism, There
are numerous Individuals working alone and organized criminal rings, committing these thefts, There are often no real patterns to
follow, such as general time frames, as they occur at all times of the day; geographical areas are unlimited and random; when the
crime Is committed, the actors are generally not visible, as they are under a vehicle, The property taken Is not generally traceable and
may be sold in other slates. Therefore, Intelligence collection and collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, in and out of the
coverage area will be essential. Developing relationships with privately owned businesses, in and out of the coverage area, that deal
In catalytic converter sales or purchases, will be priority in order to obtain Information or intelligence on potential or confirmed actors in
these thefts. That type of networking is already In place and work is being done to expand those contacts further. Collaboration with
other law enforcement agencies and other organizations: Collaboration with law enforcement agencies in and out of the project area
and other MVCPA State Task Forces to determine crime trends, patterns and suspected offenders, through intelligence sharing. This
includes information or Intelligence Involving juvenile offenders. Assisting other agencies with Catalytic Converter Theft from a Motor
Vehicle. This collaboration will be necessary in determining If the crimes are being committed by an organized ring, if It Is one
Individual or a crime of opportunity. The collaboration would include the District Attorney's Offices In the jurisdictions affected, to help
them understand the scope and Importance of the crime(s) and provide any additional information that might be needed to properly
prosecute the offenders) utilizing The Deputy Darren Almendarez Act to achieve the maximum Incarceration result. Community Crime
Prevention and Awareness Is a component of the overall program. Information and Instruction for the public Is Important to aid in the
prevention of even one auto related crime. The Task Force will continue the efforts to educate the public in as many forums as are
available; Neighborhood Association Meetings, Civic Organizations, Citizens Police Academy, Media Interviews, Police ! Community
Events, mass Catalytic Converter engraving events marking converters with a standardized engraving making the converter traceable
to a specific vehicle or giving the ability to detect that the converter has been altered giving the presumption of theft and Public
Service Announcements through the Beaumont Police Department, along with Social Media.
3.4 Functions of the proposed program related to preventing Catalytic Converter Theft
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force proposes to utilize training, education and public awareness programs, in an effort to
reduce catalytic converter theft from a motor vehicle. These efforts will be focused on training of law enforcement officers in the
project area at an annual Motor Vehicle Crimes TCOLE approved training class, roll call training conducted by task force personnel at
the Beaumont Police Department and dissemination of the information to agencies within the project area. This Information will
Include the latest Catalytic Converter theft from a motor vehicle intelligence, a$ It is acquired and any Information on actor(s) /
vehicle(s) Involved. This information may be relayed or distributed to individual agencies In or out of the project area, as determined
by relevance or necessity, for timely action relating to frequency or urgency of the crime pattern or trend. The Task Force will also
attend Neighborhood Association Meetings, as deemed necessary to educate the public on methods to minimize becoming a victim of
Catalytic Converter Theft. These practices would include, securing vehlctes at night In a garage or well lit area, purchasing
aftermarket catalytic converter protection devices, marking catalytic converters with heat resistant bright colored paint or engraving
the VIN on the converter and adding vibration sensors to the vehicle with a car alarm. The task force would also set dates for
engraving of Catalytic Converters to be conducted at the Task Force Office. These engraving events would be coordinated with the
local agencies in the project area and with other MVCPA task forces for regional or statewide events. The task force will also use the
media and social media to publicize Information on how to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of Catalytic Converter theft.
3.6 Collaboration Effort -- Describe the taskforce method to collaborate, and not duplicate existing activities. Describe the cross
boundaries regional approach to grant activity Implementation. Describe how the applicant staff and jurisdiction will coordinate with
other taskforces and law enforcement agencies to Implement this program.
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The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force maintains a close working relationship with the agencies in the coverage area. Regular
communication and interaction with these agencies allows for information and Intelligence exchanges, reducing duplication of
activities. The Task Force is called on by these agencies when they experience an Issue related to motor vehicle crimes, including
Catalytic Converter theft from a motor vehicle. The task force also networks with other task forces In the region. Statewide
collaboration is facilitated, In great part, through the MVCPA monthly webinars. These exchanges illustrate how Information on trends
and patterns that are occurring in other parts of the state, may predict that they will be occurring In our area and vice versa. Task
Force personnel make regular contact with last( forces in the region regarding active cases. These collaborations have resulted In
recoveries in all aspects of motor vehicle crimes and catalytic converter theft, as well as suspect development and apprehensions.
Communication is the key to coordination and collaboration to minimize duplication and maximize deconfliclion. Project area agencies
also call on the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force for any resources that might be available through the task force and are
always accommodated If possible. The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force fosters these long-standing relationships, maintaining
these alliances and working toward the common good for the project area and the State of Texas.
3.7 If the proposed application requests any exceptions or deviation frorn any general grant rules, RFA conditions or grant administrative
policy, please indicate In the section below. Indicate the section of the specific Issue and citation that you are asking the MVCPA to
consider and the rational for the request.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force is not requesting any exceptions or deviations from rules, conditions or policies,
Part 11
Goals, Strategies, and Activities
Select Goals, Strategies, and Activity Targets for the proposed program described in the application.
Click on the lint( above to open a new table called Goats, Strategies, and Activity. Applicants will review the statutory and optional
activities. The first section Is the statutory measures. Grantees may not provide targets for this section but need to review the descriptions
to ensure that they understand the statutory minimum requirements associated with this grant. Applicants will then review the other items
and estimate targets for only the activities that the applicant has described and plans to complete under this application.
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1.1
1AA
1.1.2
hMlirii,r Measure Target
Identify groups of catalytic conveter
theft offenders through Intelligence
gathering, crime analysis and the use
of Informants
Identify and document/record prolific
Catalytic Converter Theft offenders
[Prolific Is defined as "linked to
Catalytic Converter Theft offenses
three or more times"]
1.1.5 Conduct inspections of local
businesses related to vehicle
enterprise (transportation code or
occupation code authorized
companies such as salvage yard,
repair shop, parts recycling center,
used car dealership, .salvage rebuilder,
title service company, other).
1,1.6 Conduct bait vehicle operations that
target Catalytic Converter Theft
offenders
1.1.8 Deploy license plate readers (LPR)
1.1.9 Respond to taskforce license plate
reader (LPR) alert notifications
1.1.12 Conduct covert operations targeting
Catalytic Converter Theft offenders
1.1,13 Conduct warrant "round -up"
operations targeting catalytic
converter crime offenders, including
people wanted for Catalytic Converter
Theft
Number of catalytic conveter inen groups ►oommuu, muiuuG yal luo, 1101io,o
criminal enterprise with two or more members
Number Identifiedidocumented offenders
Number of businesses inspected
Number of bait vehicle deployments. Include Catalytic Converter Theft bait
operations here.
Number of times LPR deployed. Deploy; if stationary unit then total number of
days or partial days unit was operable and on. Mobile unit number of days the unit
was on and operable.
Number of times Investigators responded to taskforce LPR alert notifications
regardless of whether vehicle was located
Number of covert operations
Number of warrant round -up operations performed Catalytic Converter Theft
1.1,15 Increase the recovery rate of stolen Report the number of Catalytic Converters recovered by taskforce
motor vehicle Catalytic Converter
Theft
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ID Activity
Measure Target
1.1,16 increase the clearance rate of
Report the number of Catalytic Converter Theft cases cleared
Catalytic Converter Theft
1.1,17 Increase the number of persons
Report the number of persons arrested for Catalytic Converter Theft by taskforce
arrested for Catalytic Convetler Theft
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1.2.1 Provide Agency Assists for Catalytic
Number of agency assists related to catalytic conveter theft. Assist means 90
Converter Theft
responding or answering questions via phone, e-mail, or In person.
Providing recommendation, guidance, strategy, support or Information that
other LEOs will use to resolve their cases. The assist generally does not
have the direct responsibility for an Investigation nor uses LEO authority.
The'assist helps another LEO or agency Investigate cases. Analysts and
civilian employees will record their assists to outside LEOs. and agencies
met here alongwith officers,
1.2.2 Collaborate with other units or
Number of times collaborated within departments or SOs participating in taskforce 5
divisions (i.e. homicide, vice,
related to Catalytic Converter Theft, Collaboration means physically using law
narcotics; etc.) within the taskforce
enforcement resources, tactics and authority to perform activity on cases that draw
department(s) where there were
upon or aid in the Investigation intended to further the resolution of any case,
crimes Involving catalytic converter
identify parties to crime, Identify vehicles, interview witnesses/suspects and
theft. Include all participating
apprehend suspects. Collaboration will include any help, recommendation,
Jurisdiction departments here.
contribution or support requested from or provided to another unit or offered by the
taskforce that aids In the furtherance of Catalytic Converter Theft investigations,
1.23 Collaborate with all other outside LE
Number of times collaborated with coverage area agencies or other law 5
agencies and other organizations that
enforcement agencies and organizations that assist In the reduction of.Cataiytic
assist in the reduction of Catalytic
Converter Theft, Collaboration means physically using law enforcement resources,
Converter Theft, Include all coverage
tactics and authority to perform activity on cases that draw upon or old In the
jurisdictions here
Investigation intended to further the resolution of any case, identify parties to
crime, Identify vehicles, Interview witnesseslsuspects and apprehend suspects.
Collaboration will include any help, recommendation, contribution or support
requested from or provided to another unit or offered by the taskforce that aids In
the furtherance of Catalytic Converter Theft investigations
1.2.6 Conduct intelligence Information-
Number of intelligence meetings attended (Include attending as presenter,
sharing (Personal attendance)
participant or attendee)
1.2.6 Conduct intelligence information-
Crime analysis bulletins disseminated (Include information distributed to law
sharing (Written Information)
enforcement agencies via text, e-mail, or antra -net communications)
1.2.7 Collaborate with other MVCPA
Number of times collaborated with other MVCPA (askforces that assist in the
taskforces
reduction In Catalytic Converter Theft
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3.1.1 Conduct educational outreach events
(include trade show, exhibits, booths
at community events, vehicle displays,
brochures, etc.)
3.1,2 Conduct educational presentations to
the public
3.1.4 Conduct vehicle Identification
inlfiativelevent
3.1.4.1 Conduct vehicle identification
Initiativelevent
Number of outreaches
Number of presentations, Presentation means in person, on-line, original written
document, article, orwebpage.
Number of etching events. Including catalytic converters.
Number of Participants/Attendees Catalytic Converters Marked)
3,1,5 Purchase advertisements In local
Number of advertisements purchased or provided complimentary for taskforce,
outlets
include all types of media purchased or provided free (social, lv, utility Inserts,
billboards, transportation, etc.)
3,1.7 Utilize social media outlets (Facebook,
Number of postings In social media outlets 10
Twitter, Instagram, etc,)
3.1,13 Deploy outdoor public notificatlon
Number of deployments per month (if sign remains several months, count as 1
signage
deployment per month)
3,1.10 Conduct media outreach, Including,
Number of outreaches 2
public service announcements, press
releases, and Interviews
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Stolen. Vehicles slid Prbpety :` 1
3.2.1 Conduct law enforcement training
Number of classes provided for TOOLE credit 1
(TOOLE)
323 Conduct vehicle crimes presentations
Number of classes or presentations, Presentations may Include electronic roll call 5
to law enforcement agencies (non
documents, shift BOLOS and other written or presented materials based on local
TOOLE)
practices.
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Grant Evaluation
4.1 Describe the local method and/or practice used to collect the data for reporting Goals, Strategies, and Activities and to evaluate the
grant program effectiveness. Describe management and staff participation. Include descriptions of systems (forms and software) that
will be used to ensure reliable and accurate data Is collected and reported. Describe any other evaluation methods used In the
applicant agency to determine effectiveness or cost efficiency of the program,
The local evaluation process establishes accountability and measurement of progress through collection of data and Information
throughout the chain of command. Investigators are required to keep activity logs and submit monthly reports to the Program
Manager. The Task Force Superviso►/Program Manager reviews cases and monitors the activities of investigators. The Program
Director oversees the entire operation, including the field supervisor, and maintains records of activity and spending. The Program
Director works closely with the Beaumont CFO's grant coordinator and reports as necessary to the department heads of the
participating agencies to discuss progress and/or problems, NIBRS data for all agencies within the project area will be closely
monitored to determine the overall Impact of Task Force efforts. Personal activity logs and specific reports will be maintained to log
progress on stated objectives, These include information detailing such things as the number of bait operations, Inspections and
public awareness initiatives performed. They will also record other liems like arrests made, cases filed, Catalytic Converters
recovered, and the dispositions. of the property upon completion of the cases. Progress of the program will be evaluated monthly.
Each Investigator will complete a monthly report based on MVCPA reporting categories and the specific strategies, activities and goals
of this grant, Each report will be accompanied by documentation supporting the Information given. The Project Manager will then
compile that Information Into the quarterly Progress Reports that are forwarded to MVCPA. All other MVCPA required reporting will be
completed by the Program Manager, such as the year end progress report.
4.2 Provide any other suggested measures that would better reflect the law enforcement or prevention work that the proposed program
will perform. If the suggested measure fits Into one of the stated goals above please Indicate.
None Noied.
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Senate Bill 224 Grant Negotiation for 2024
The Application was submitted by Kenneth Williams at 7131120241:17:27 PM and Is now locked.
The confirmation Number Is 2024073100269.
PrimaryAgency I Grantee Legal Name: Clfy of boaumonl
Organization Type, Law E'nforcomenf
Organization OR[ (if applicable): 7X1230100: BEAUMONT PD (MIP)
Program Title Please enter a short description of the proposed program that can be used as the tills.
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
Application Category (See Request for Applications (RFA] for category details and descriptions RFA Priority Funding Section):
O New Grant - 2024 Is the first year of the MVCPA Catalytic Conveter program Grants. All 2024 grant applicants use (tie new grant
category.
MVCPA Program Category (see RFA and TAC 43, 3 §67.14). Check all that apply,
M Law Enforcement, Detection and Apprehension
O Prosecution, Adjudication and Conviction
M Reducilon of the Theft of Catalytic Converters
M Education Programs and Marketing
Taskforce Grant Participation and Coverage Area
Provide a General Description of the Participating and Coverage Area of tills Grant Application
Jefferson, Hardin, Orange, and Jasper counties and all municipalities thereln.
Doftne In the tables below the grant relationships and geographic area of the Catalytic Converter program,
Applicant will add the participating and coverage agencies from the ORi list below. If an agency is not In the ORl list, please include
the agency and role In the general description above. Make sure to follow the definitions below and select an agency in the dropdown.
Use the Add as Particlpafing Agency or Add as Coverage Agency button to populate the list.
Participating Agencies are agencies that materially participate in the grant application through the exchange of funds for
reimbursement and cash match. Participating agencies are defined after Ilia grant award by interlocailinteragency agreements.
Each applicant must select their own agency first, Then select agencies that will receive or provide funding and/or resources.
JNote: Interlocalllnteragency agreements do not need to be submitted with the application, interlocal agreements will need to be
executed prior to ilia first payment being made if selected for a grant, Leiters of support with the application from the participating
agencies are strongly recommended.]
Coverage Agencies are agencies that provided some level of coverage, assistance or support by This grant application but will not
materially exchange funds as cash match or reimbursement, The coverage Is not supported by an after (lie award with
Interlocal/Weragency agreements. Coverage agencies as law enforcement agencies may have )urisdlcttonal coverage agreements
unrelated to the grant (Ex, City Y Is within County X or vice versa). Agencles selected In this list include agencies that will be
covered or where the agency Indicates that their agency will coordinate or call upon the program, Letters of support with the
appllcallon from the parilcipating agencies are strongly recommended.
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HARDIN CO SO ,
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Anderson
PORTARTHUR PD (AE)
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IQRBYVILLE PD
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Add as Coverage Agondes
p Other Coverage (Use If ORl not listed or explanation is necessary.):
No text provided.
-D National Insurance Crltne Bureau (NICB) Used as Match (Documentation and time certification required.)
O Texas Department of Pubile. Safety (DPS)
O Other State or federal Agency (specify:)
Resolution: Complete a Resolution and submit to local governing body for approval, sannple Resolutlon Is found In the Request for
Application of send a request for an electronic copy to rgrantsMVCPA Ndmv gov, The completed anti executed Resolution must be
attached to this on-line application.
Grant Budget Form
MVCPA recommends that the applicant complete the total costs (MVCPA and Cash Match combined) for this program. The applicant can
then enter the desired amount of Cash Match (not less than 20% per TAC Title 43, A§57.36). The system will then calculate (he correct
grant and match amounts.
Budget Entry Option:
Q Enter Total and let system calculate MVCPA Funds and Cash Match, Match Percentage: %
U Enter MVCPA and Cash Match Amounts
Click on category name to edit budget detail for that category.
Budget Category
Personnel
Frltrcde
Ove111mo
Professlonaf and Confracl Servicas
7Yave1
Equlpnneni
Supplles and.01regt Operalbtq Expenses (DOE)
Total
Cash Match Percentage
Dasoripllon
Total Personnel
Total Fringe
Total Overtone
Total Professlottal and Conlracl Services
Cash
MVCPA Match Total In-Khnd
Expsndlturos Expondlturos Expendltures Match
$247,700
$2AQ,000
$527,700
MVCPA
Suboallagory Pat Thne Funds
Personnel
Fringe
Overtime
Professional and Contract services
Travel
$0 $247,700
$0 $280,oaa
$0 $627,700
0,00%
hlrKind
Cash Match Total Match
Total Travel
MVCPA
ht-KInd
Description Subcategory Pct Time
Funds
Cash Match
Total Match
Equipment
High Definition Night Vision Binoculars
$6,800
$0
$6,800
4-PostAutomollve Service Lift
$12,800
$0
$12,800
Cordless DOT Peen Marking System
$7,700
$0
$7,700
Video Wall Board
$99,600
$0
$99,600
3 Side Video Display
$20,600
$0
$20,600
2- 2023 4X4112 ton Crew Cab 4dr trucks
$92,900
$0
$92,900
Arlel Drone (UAV)
$7,400
$0
$7,400
Total Equipment
$247,700
$0
$247,700
Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses
(DOE)
FLOCK Cameras/LPR's
$280,000
$0
$280,000
Total Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
$280,000
$0
$280,000
Budget Narrative
Equipment
High Definition Night Vision Binoculars (Pulsar HD XP50 Thermal Imaging) with built -In photo and recording capability. 2.5x-20x
magnlflcatlon with built -In wl-fl (2.616Ghz) allowing for streaming to a smartphone through the Stream Vision 2 Mobile Application.
This equipment will be used for nighttime operations to detect Catalytic Converter thieves In larger areas, such as apartment
complexes, hotel parking lots and fleet vehicle parking areas. ($6,800.00) Rotary 4-Post Service Llft with 14,000 pound lifting capacity
and 182" wheelbase with closed front (220/Single, Phase Power and Automotive Lift Institute Certified). Delivery And Installation are In
the total price. This lift will add to the 12,000 pound 4-post service lift the task force already has, The additional lift would be used for
Catalytic Converter engraving as well as being used for vehicle Inspections relating to other motor vehicle crimes, ($12,U0.00)
Flymark Cordless Mini DOT Peen Marking System with an integrated barcode scanner, from Rocklin Manufacturing Co. The system
comes with two batteries, battery charger and protective carrying case. This system will be used to mark Catalytic Converters on
vehicles with the corresponding VIN, which will be read by the barcode scanner and automatically populate the system with correct
VIN to be stamped on. the converter. ($7,700.00) 4X3 Video Wall: Cables & Connectors (16 @ $29.00 each $464.00); Mounting
Hardware (16 @ $29.60 each $464.00); Wire Management (16 @ $29.00 each $464.00); AMX,FON2222A-SA Video, JPEG2000
Decoder, AES67 (12 @ $1,143.00 each $13,716.00); LG,55VSM.5J-H Dlsp, 55" FHD, Even Bezel .44MM (12 @ $4,000.00 each
$48,960.00; PEFR.DS-VW776 Mount, Smart Mount Supreme (12 @ $414.00 each $4,968,00) Total for Equipment: $60,036.06.
Design, Engineering, Fabrication, Project Management, Installation, Commissioning, Training and Warranty $30,349.00. (Total project:
$99,386,00) 3 Side Display: Mounting Hardware (2 @ $2.9.00 Each $58.00); Wfre.Management (2 @$29.00 Each $68.00);
MAX.FGN2222A-SAVIdoo,JPEG2000 Decoder, AES67 (3 @ 1.143,00 Each $3,429.00); L.G.86UR340C90D Dlsp.TV, 86", 4K, UHD
330NIT (3 @ $2,520,. Each $7,560.00); Peer.ST680 Mount, Universal Till for 61" -102" Fi.- (3 @ $147.00 Each $441.00) Total
Equipment: $11,646,00, Design, Engineering, Fabrication, Project Management, Installation, Commissioning, Training and Warranty
$9,061,00. (Total Project: $20,607.00) These Video walls will be used along with the Beaumont Police Department Real Time Crime
Center using FUSUS to monitor public and private video feeds throughout the city and area, as a real lime force multiplier, This
equipment will enable live feeds from ongoing operations, such as live feeds from drones, pole cameras, halt vehicles (which the
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will be employing) cell phones, ring door bell cameras, FLOCK LPR/Cameras and traffic
cameras. This also adds the ability to respond more quickly and obtain more Information on crimes Ilke Catalytic Converter theft -from a
Motor Vehicle as they occurring or right after they have occurred. This would greatly enhance the efforts of the Task Force in the
combatting Catalytic Converter theft, not just in the ability to. monllar areas, of Catalytic Converter thefts, also the amount of Intelligence
that would be gleaned from tills effort, 2023 Ford FAA Crew Cab 4 ;Door Trucks (2 @ $46,500.00 Each (Total: $92,900.00) One. of the
vehicles being requested Is to replace a vehicle for the Jefferson County Deputy. The vehicle that had been being used was a seized
vehicle from Jefferson County. That vehicle was totaled In a wreck that left the deputy seriously Injured. The driver of the other vehicle
was lntoxlcated, The Deputy Is now driving a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (VIN: IGNLC2E07DR369582) with 128,780 miles on It and Is In
poor shape. The other vehicle Is a replacement for a Gray 2016 Ford F-160 (VIN: 1FTEW1 CF6GKF-6036i) and has approximately
118,000 miles on It and is 8 years old. (Total: $92,900.00) DJI Mavic 3T Plus Combo: Comes with Mavic 3T Aircraft (UAV) Mavlc 3
Intelligent Flight Battery, mlcroSD Card 64GI3, Gimbal Protector, Mavic 3 Enterprise Series Propellers (Palr) x3, RC Pro Enterprise
controller, Sorewdriver, USB-C Power Adapter (100W), 100W Power Adaptor AC Cable, USB-C Cable, USB-C to USB-C Cable,
Protector Case, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Series RTK Module, DJ1 Mavic 3 Enterprise Series Battery Kit for charging batteries to prolong
flight time, ($7,400.00) This drone has a conventional camera (66x Hybrid zoom), as well as, Thermal Imaging (640012 px), both of
which can be viewed simultaneously. The flight time on one battery is rated at 45 minutes. 3 additional batteries and a Series Charging
Hub come with the package for extended flight time In more lengthy surveillance operations. Ideally suited for nighttime operations.
Video storage Is 640B and the video can also be viewed remotely. ($7,400.00)
G. Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
The Task force Is requesting funding for 88 FLOCK LPR/Cameras. 80 Short Range LPR/Cameras (80 @ $3,000.00 per year
$240,000,00) and 8 Long Range LPR/Cameras (8 @ $6,000.00 per year $40,000) for a total of $280,000,00. This contract would be
paid yearly and the equipment Is leased, so there would be no equipment Inventory or repairs to equipment. The Hock LPRICamere
system will be an Integral part of Ilya Task Force Intelligence gathering network, This Intelligence will be used to Identify Catalytic
Converter theft from a Motor Vehicle actors vehicles and Increase the probability of Identifying actors to make arrests and recover
stolen Catalytic Converters.
ROVe,rlre
Indicate Source of Cash and In -Kind Matches for Ilia proposed program, Click on links to go to match dotal] pages for entry of data.
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Reported Cases
2022
2023
Jurisdiction
Catalytic
Converter
Theft
catalytic
Converter
Theft
Beaumont PD
420
100
Jefferson CO SO
10
4
Nederland
0
2
Orange PD
14
3
Port Arthur PD
71
10
Kountze PD
1
0
Sour Lake PD
4
0
Vidor PD
0
0
Lumberton PD
1-1
3
AddlEclll Statistics
Appllcatlon Narrative
Grant Introduction (I~xooutivb surmimary) and Genseal Information
1.1 Briefly describe the organization and program operation. Provide a high level summary to the application and how It will affect the
local commtltlily, (600 words or less)
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force has been an Integral part of reducing molar vehicle crimes, including the particularly
dIsrupllve Issue of Catalytic Converter Theft, In Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, and Jasper Counties since 19g3. Comprised of dedicated
p=1111 ei from the Beaumont Police Depadmont, Port Arthur Police Department, and ilia Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, ilia task
force has consistently worked to combat these crimes, which have Maniflcant economic and social Impacts on the affected
communities, Catalytic Converter Thaft not only causes financial losses for Individuals and businesses but also disrupts essential
activities suc)r as worlc commutes, school runs, medical visits, and grocery shopping. The ripple effects extend to Industries like
petrochemicals, which rely on uninterrupted transportation for their operations. To address this pressing Issue, the lask force plans to
leverage technology and force multipliers such as License Plato Readers (LPRs / Cameras), drones, and night vision binoculars, as
welt as the Beaumont Police Department Real Time Crime Center, to gather Intelligence on Catalytic Converter theft activities.
Additionally, the task force will continue Inspections of Metal Recycling Entities, tiled Parts Dealers, and Salvage Yards and Repair
Shops to Idontlfy any entities involved In the Illegal purchase or sale of stolen Catalytic Converters, This intelligence -gathering effort
will utilize various sources, Including community input, aline patterns, and trends analysis, as wall as surveillance, covert operations,
and lips from programs like Crirno Stoppers. The Implementation of S13224, known as The Deputy Darren AlmondarezAct, will
enhance legal support to arrest and proseeuto offenders Involved in Catalytic Converter Theft. By working closely with the judicial
eyslem, the task force alms to ensure thorough Investigations and maximize prosecution outcomes, Furiharmore, community
angagement and education Initiatives will play a crucial role in preventing Catalytic Converter Theft, This Includes awareness
presentallons, marking events for Catalytic converters, and fostering relationships with law enforcement agenclas within and outside
the coverage area to facilitate collaboration and Information sharing. Ultimately, the goal of the Southeast Texas Auto Their Task Force
Is to reduoe Catalytic Converter theft and enhance the safety and security of call coltnnunllies lit the State of Texas through proactive
enforcement, publlo education, and collaborative efforts,
1,2 Describe the taskforce governing, organization and command structures. include a description of Ilia nature of support and
agreements that will be In place If the gram Is awarded. Provide any details untclue to the taskforce organization or geographical
target area, Describe whether any part of this grant will be directed to serve a specltic target population (or subset of ilia community)?
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force is a part of (lie Beaumont Pollee Department Criminal Investigations Division. There is a
Captain of the Division, with Lieutenants over the units In the Division. The Auto Theft Task Force has a Lieutenant over tile unit, Ilia(
Is also designated as the Commander / Program Director. The Lieutenant Is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the Auto Theft
Task Force and the grant. The Task Force Commander has a Sergeant that Is designated as tile Supervisor 1 Program Mariagor. "the
Sergeant is responsible for case assignments, manthly reports, quarterly progress reports and all other dolly i weekly / mohtlrty
supervisory duties pertaining to case Investigallons, proposed activities or operations which furtherthe grant goals and ensure (hat
they are met. Investigators are responsible for case Investigations and all other duties that are assigned. There are four Investigators
from the Beaumont Police Department, one investigator. from Ilte Jefferson County Sheriffs Department alld one investigator from the
Port Arthur Police Department, There will be interlOGal agreements In place with each of Ilia four counties Included In the coverage
area, as well as the participating sub -grantee Departments, Jefferson County Sherrtf s Department. and Port Arthur Police Department.
There will also be letters of agreement will) the Distdot Attorneys of each'counly In the coverage area. Tile four -county project area is
comprised of numerous collllnunitles and according to the most recent US Census estimate (2020) (he counties have a combined
population of approximately 430,000, Will, nearly 00% residing lit Jefferson County, The four-cotalty project area is in the soulheast
corner of the state, with a combined area of 2,361 square tulles. There are 20 local law enforcement agencles In the coverage area.
The major roadways which bisect the coverage area are as follows: Interstate 10 goes directly through Orange and Jefferson
Counties and Is the major southern coast to coast Interstate highway In the United States. Highway 90 Is also a major highway which
cuts through tine center of the City of Beaumont east to west. State Highway 106 also comes through Beaumont from the northwest.
Highway 69/96/207 Is the major north south highway coming directly through Jasper and Hardin counties into Beaumont and Port
Arthur, There is also Highway 73, which Is south of Beaumont closer to the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and runs from Winnle, TX to
near Orange, TX. The Port of Beaumont, the Port of Port Arthur and the Pori of Orange are also in the coverage area. The Coverage
area Is bounded by the Gulf of Mexico to the south and tine Sabina River to the Past, abutting the Louisiana state line In Orange
County. The Neches River is the waterway [lint is the eastern boundary of the City of Beaumont and empties Into the Sabine River
near the Gulf of Mexico. Beaumont Is the largest city along interstate 10 between Houston and Baton Rouge, LA, The Beaumont area
Is also the 6th most densely populated area in the Slate, The City of Beaumont has a population of 115,013. Tire estimated daytime
population, according to TxDoT (Beaumont Commuting Area Reports Portal), swells to 135,805. That Influx of 20,702 also brings
more vehicles Into the city Increasing (he number of vehicles that become targets of Catalytic Converter Theft. There are over 100,000
vehicles per day that pass through the city limits of Beaumont on Interstate 10. (TXDOT TTP Web Viewer AADT) TXDOT reported
there were over 390,000 vehicles registered within our four -county coverage area In 2021, More than half of these vehicles are in
Jefferson County, which Is primarily urban and suburban areas. The four -county project area had 531 vehicles that suffered Catalytic
Converter thefts for 2022 and 119 Catalytic Converter thefts reported for 2023. (Numbers obtained from project area agencies that
had accurate records of Catalytic Converter thefts) According to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation records, there are 11
licensed Metal Recycling Entities in the four -county coverage area. There are 12 Used Auto Parts Racyclers In the four -county
coverage area; The entire population of the coverage area will be served by the task force, The amount of service will be dictated by
the need for assistance from agencies In the eoVerage area, Investigations that lead to different specific areas and on the rise or fall In
the frequency of Catalylic Converter Thefts In that specific community or geographic area.
Grant Problem Statement
2,1 Provide an assessment of the Catalytic ConverlerTheft problem In the coverage area of this application. Include loss data consistent
with the reported incident numbers above,
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force coverage area has experienced an enormous increase In Catalytic Converter theft since
2020. The thefts, driven by the price of precious metals, which are found in Catalytic Converters, such as Platinum, Palladium and
Rhodium. The trace precious metals, which act as the catalysts In the converter, essentially converUreduce the hydrocarbons in the
exhaust of combustion engines, creating less environmentally harmful emissions, The catalytic converters are harvested by street
level criminals and then sold to "fences", These "middle men" in turn sell the converters to Metal Racyclers. Once the metals are
melted and separated the Metal Racyclers can sell the precious metals. This market grew exponentially as prices of Rhodium,
Palladium and Platinum soared In 2021-2023, This huge Increase in metal prices drove the Catalytic Converter theft market. Rhodlum
prices surged from approximately $6,000 per ounce in early 2021 to over $20,000 per ounce by mld-2023. Palladium prices rose from
around $%000 per ounce in early 2021 to over $3,000 per ounce In mld-2023, Platinum prices saw a more modest Increase, from
about $1,000 per ounce In early 2021 to around $1,200 per ounce In mld-2023. Due to the Increase In precious metal prices, the
offenders then have the opportunity to Increase the reward for a relatively low risk crime, which is extremely hard to detect, from a law
enforcement perspective, The offenders only need a reciprocating saw with metal cidling blades. These offenders usually target
vehicles that sit higher off the ground, such as trucks and SUV's. They also target vehicles with more than one converter, The
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Taslc Force experienced the highest theft rates from Toyota Vehicles during 2022-2023, More specifically
Tundra and Tacoma Pick -Up Trucks, These vehicles have more than one Catalytic Converter. The Tundra has A Catalytic Converters,
two on each exhaust. The Tacoma has two Catalytic Converters on the single exhaust. The Beaumont area Is located approximately
8o miles east of Houston and runs all the way to the Louisiana State Line. Interstate 10 Is a direct access highway from Houston and
became the target of many Catalytic Converter thieves during 2022-2023. Many collaborations were conducted with Houston PD and
Harris County daring that time, identifying several actors In both Jurisdictions. There were also local actors Idenlitled and arrested as
well.'The Legislature passed HB 4110, restricting Metal Recyclers ability to purchase,and sell Catalytic Converters, This had little
effect on the'theft rates, due to the sill] rising metal prices. This also created the need to transport the converters out of the stale in
order to sell them. During this time p'srlod actors were now going across tite Louisiana Stale Line in order (a avoid detection. The Task
Force was able to work with at least one Metal Reoycler In Louisiana to Identify some of the local Catalytic Converter thieves and
made at least three arrests on prolific offenders from the Beaumont area, The operations conducted by Houston PD, Harris County
SO and other Houston Area agencies after the deatfi of Deputy Darren Almendarez, had a significant effect on the Catalytic Converter
theft rate In the Beaumont area. This, followed by The Deputy Darren Almendarez Act (SB 224), which gave funding and.a law with
teeth, are huge steps In the battle against Catalytic Converter theft. The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force project area has
recorded at least 663 Catalytic Converter thefts (based on the statistics above, which are agencies that had accurate records. of
Catalytic Converter theft from a Motor Vehicle) during the 2022-202S Grant years, This is substantial when figuring Just replacement
cost to the consumer, During (lie height of the Covid-19 pandemic some estimates for replacement of the Catalytic ConvertedExhaust
system were as high as $8,000.00 and. a watt of up to three months for the parts, due to the high demand and the disruption of the
supply chain. These thefts In many cases furthered the disruption, aggravating the Issue. Based on a very conservative average of
$2,000,00 per Catalytic Converter system, would be over $1,300,000,00. This doesn't lake Into account the social and economic
losses, such as lost time at work, missed doctors visits, Inability to gel kids to school, deliveries that could not get made etc. These
costs are exponentially Incalculable, Catalytic Converter Theft from a Motor Vehicle Is costly to everyone In tine State of Texas and fill
the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force coverage area hard economically and socially. Many businesses were closed down for
undetermined lengths of time due to those thefts, not to mention the families that suffered additional hardships.
Grant Goals and Activities
There are two parts to this section:1) Funcilons of Proposed Program and 2) Goals Strategies and Activities (GSA). In the following
boxes, describe the functions of the proposed program and [hen complete a tillable form called GSA,
MVCPA programs must completely describe the actions, methods and tactics that law enforcement and clvllian staff will perform for each
of the categories below. Describe the reliance on technology or other program elements to solve the problem statement above and goals
below. Functions must be detailed and consistent with the requested budget. If a grant Is awarded, funds expended towards activities not
described in tills section will result in the reimbursement being denied.
Part 1
3.1 Functions of The proposed program related to Catalytic Converter Theft from a motor vehicle.
'rite Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will utilize multiple Goals, Strategies and Activities to reduce the incidence of Catalytic
Converter Theft from a Motor Vehicle, employing a comprehensive program Including "Force Multipliers" such as LPR's / Cameras,
Drones and Night Vision devices to address and reduce ilia problem. Strategy: Reduce the Incidence of Catalytic Converter Theft:
Goals: Identify and Target Offenders and Prolific Offenders - Collect Intelligence - Collaborate with Law Enforcement Agencies and
other Organizations - Community Crime Prevention Campaign. Activities: Identify and target Offenders and Prolific Offenders:
Offenders In Catalytic Converter (haft from a motor vehicle will be identified by Information and intelligence gathered from offense
reports, Intelligence gained from arrests, Informants, other law enforcement agencies, LPR's (FLOCK Cameras and dedicated Video
Wall Boards to supplement the Beaumont PD Real Time Crime Center Monitoring System, as wall as provide real time live feed
access and monitoring of operations conducted by the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force, which will be instrumental In
Intelligence gathering), surveillance observations (including the use of Drones and Night Vision Binoculars), bait operations, repair
shop inspections, salvage yard Inspections, metal recycler inspections, as well as Used Auto Parts resale location Inspections. The
Beaumont Police Department Crime Analyst will also used to a degree to determine patterns or trends in these offenses, The
offenders will be the target of investigations based on the method of operation Involved In the crhne, types of vehicles being targeted,
geographical location of the crimes and any Information or evidence polntirtg to or (faking them to the crlrne(s)' Covert operations will
be used to target catalytic converter theft from a motor vehicle offenders, such as, bait operations, surveillance (prongs and Night
Vision Binoculars) and LPR system data mining (FLOCS( cameras), as well as witnesses or video from crime soenes, to Identify
offenders and determine If there is an organized criminal enterprise Involved. Catalytic Converter Theft from a Motor Vehicle requires
an Involved plan using LPR's (FLOCK Cameras) as a large intelligence gathering data base. These cameras, which will placed
throughout the city of Beaumont In areas near and around Salvage Yards, Metal Recyclers and Used Auto Parts Dealers, as well as
main thoroughfares and highways, working to conjunction with the Axon Camera system that Is already In place at the Beaumont
Police Department in ail patrol vehicles, which are also LPR e, will be the focal point of the Intelligence gathering mechanism. There
are numerous Individuals working alone and organized criminal rings, committing these thefts. There are often no real patterns to
fallow, such as general time frames, as they occur at all limes of the day; geographical areas are unlimited and random; when the
crime is contrnitted, the actors are generally not visible, as they are under a vehicle. The property taken Is not generally traceable and
may be sold In other slates. Therefore, intelligence collection and collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, In and that Beale
coverage area will be essential. Developing relationships with privately owned businesses, in and out of the coverage area,
in catalytic converter sales or purchases, will be priority In order to obtain Information or intelligence on potential or confirmed actors in
these thefts. That type of networking Is already In place and work is being done to expand those contacts further. Collaboration with
other law enforcement agencies and other organizations: Collaboration with law enforcement agencies In and out of the project area
and other MVCati Stale Task Forces to deter crimeine eerrs.A trends, patterns
other agencies with catalyticConverterugh igence Theft fromsharing.
a Motor This
includes Information or intelligence Involving Juvenileoff
Vehicle. This collaboration will be necessary In determining If the crimes are being committed by an organized ring, if It Is one
Individual or a crime of opportunity. The collaboration would Include [lie District Attorney's Offices In the jurisdictions affected, to help
them understand the scope and Importance of the cilme(s) and provide any additional Information that might be needed to proporly
prosecute the offender(s) utilizing The Deputy Darren Almandarez Act to achieve the maximum Incarceration result. Community Crime
Prevention and Awareness Is a component of the overall program. Informallon and Instruction for the public Is important to aid In the
prevention of even one auto related crime. The Tivi( Farce will continue iizens Police Academy, efforts to educate tile
Medialnterviewsc In as ,Police / Community
available; Neighborhood Associatiforums as are
on Meetings, Civle Organizations,
Events, mass Catalytic Converter engraving events marking converters with a standardized engraving making the convarter traceable
to a specific vehicle or giving the ability to detect that the converter has been altered giving the presumption of theft and Public
Service Announcements through the Beaurnonl Police Department, along with Social Media,
3.4 Functions of the proposed program related to preventing Catalytic Converter Theft
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Farce proposes to utilize training, education and public awareness programs, In an effort to
reduce catalytic converter theft from a motor vehicle. These efforts will be focused oil training of law enforcement officers In the
project area at an annual Motor Vohlcle Crimes TOOLE approved training class, roll call training conducted by last( force personnel at
the Beaumont Police Department and dissemination of the information to agencies within the project area. This Information will
Include the latest Catalytic Converter theft from a motor vehicle intelligence, as it is acquired and any information on actor(s)
vehlcle(s) involved. This information may be relayed or distributed to Individual agencies In or out of Ilia project area, as determined
by relevance or necessity, for timely action relating to frequency or urgency of the crime pattern or trend. The Task Force will also
attend Neighborhood Association Meetings, as deemed necessary to educate the public on methods to minimize becoming a victim of
Catalytic ConverterTheft. These practices would Include, securing vehicles at night in a garage or well lit area, purchasing
aftermarket catalytic converter protection devices, marking catalytic converters with heat resistant bright colored paint or engraving
the VIN on the converter and adding vibration sensors to the vehicle with a car alarm. The task force would also set dales for
engraving of Catalytic Converters to be conducted at the Task Force Office. These engraving events would be coordinated with the
local aeriolog In tile media on social media toc
cpublicize information on flow l o redsk uuce the orces ochances of becominr regional or g a vlollmde s of lcatalytic le (ask oconvetl also s tiie
converter theft,
3.6 Collaboration Effort -- Describe like lasi(force method to collaborate, and not duplicate existing activities. Describe the cross
boundaries regional approach to grant activity Implementation. Describe how the applicant staff and Jurisdiction will coordinate with
other taskforces and law enforcement agencies to Implement this program.
The Soulheast Texas Auto Theft, Task Force maintains a olose working relationship with the agencies In the coverage area. Regular
communication and Interaction with these agencies allows for informallon and intelligence exchanges, reducing duplication' of
activiiles. The Task Force Is called on by these agencies When they experience an Issue totaled to motor vehicle crimes, Including
Catalytic Converter theft from a motor vehicle. The task force also networks Willi other task forces in the region. Statewide
collaboration is facllltated, in great pact, through lire MVCPA Monthly wobinars, These exchanges Illustrate how Information on trends
and patterns that are occurring in other parts of the state, may predict that they will be occurring in our area and vice versa. Task
Force personnel make regular contact with task forces In lire region regarding active cases. These collaborations have resulted In
recoveries In all aspects of motor vehicle crlmos and catalytic converter Iltvfl, as well as suspeol development and apprehensions,
Communication is the key to coordination and collaboration to minlmize duplication and maximize deconfliction, Project area agencies
also call on lire Southeast Texas Auto Theft Taal( Force for any resources that tniglit be available through the: task force and are
aiways accommodated If possible.'rho Southeast Taxes Auto Tbeft'iask Force fosters these long-standing relationships, maintaining
these alliances and Working toward the common good for the project area and Ilia State of Texas.
3.7 If ilia proposed application requests any exceptions or deviation ftom any general grant rules, RFA conditions or grant admirrlslrallve
policy, please Indicate in the section below. Indicate the section of the specific issue and citation that you are asking the MVCPA to
consider and the rational for Ilia request,
The Southeast'rexas Auto Theft Task Farce is not requesting any exceptions or deviations from rules, conditions or policies.
Part 11
Goals, Strategles, and Activities
Select Goals, Slr�fegfes, crud Ablfvily raryets for (he proposed program described Ili the appllcation.
Cllok oil the link above to open a new table called Goals, Strategies, and Activity. Applicants will review the statutory and optional
aclivities. The first seollon Is the statutory measures.. Grantees may not provide targets for tills seelloli but need.to review the descrlptlons
to. ensure 1fiat they understand Ilia statutory minimum requirements associated with tills grant, Applicants will than reviovr the other items
and estimate targets for only the activities that ilia applicant has described and plans to complete under this application.
ID ' Activity
Measure
Target
Measures for Grantees. Add Target values far those hal you will titeasure,
1 Goal 1: Reduce tt')a Inoldenca of Catalytic Converter' Theft throu611 f;trforoemetrt Strategies
1,1 StratQgy •l: Conduct Activities that Result In the Arrest, Clearance, and Recoveries of Catalytic Convertor Theft
1,1 A Identify groups of catalytic conveler Number of catalytic conveter theft groups identified. Include gangs, cartels or other
theft offenders through Intelligence ad minat enterprise Willi two or more members
gathering, orime analysls and,lhe use
of informants
1.1.2 Identify and document/record prolific
Catalylic Converter Theft affenders
(Prolific Is defined as "linked to
C7ldlyllc Converter Theft offenses
three or mare ilMdej
1.1.5 Conduct Inspections of local
businesses. related to vehicle.
enterprise (transpartallon code or
occupatlon code authorized
companies such as salvege yard,
repair shop, parts recycling center,
used car dealershlp, salyage reuullder,
title setvlce conipany, other),
1.1.0 Conducl belt vehicle operations Iha(
target Catalytto Converter Theft
offenders
1,1,8 Deploy license plate readers (LPR)
1.1.9 Respond to taskforee license plate
reader (LPR) alert nollfic"allons
1,,1:12 Conduct covatt operations lardeting
.Caldlylla Converter Theft offenders
1.1.13 Conduct warrant "round -up"
operallohe targeting catalytic
converter crime offenders, including
people wanted for Catalytic Converter
T.hoft
MA6Increase ilia recovely rate of stolen
motor vehicle Catalytic Converter
Theft
Number identified/documented offenders
Number of businesses inspected
Number of bait vehicle deployments, Include Catalylic Converter Theft bait
operations. horn.
Number of times LPR deployed, Deploy: If stationary unit titan, total number of
days or partial days unit was operably and on. Mobile unit numbet of clays the unit
was on and operable.
Number of times Investigators responded to taskforce LPR alert notifications
regardless of Whether.Vehlcle was located
Number of covert operations
Number of warrant round -up operations porformad Catalytic Converter Theft
Report the number of Catalytic Converters recovered by laskforce
20
ID Activity
1.1.16 Increase the clearance rate of
Measure Target
Report the number of Catalytic Converter Theft oases cleared
Catalytic Converter Theft
1,1,17 Increase the number of persons
Report the number of persons arrested for catalytic Convertor Theft by taskforce
arrested for Catalytic Converter Theft
1.2 Strategy 2; Conduct Collaborative Efforts that Result In Reduction of incidents of Catalytic Converter Theft
1.2.1 Provide Agency Assists for catalytic
Number of agency assists related to catalytic conveter theft. Assist means 90
responding or answering questions via phone, allonfer
Converter Theft
su nation that .
Providing recommendation, guidance, strategy, support or I
other LEOs will use to resolve their cases, The assist generally does not
have the direct responsibility fot' an Investigation nor uses LEO authority.
The assist helps another LEO of agency investigate cases. Analysts and
civilian employees will record their assists to outside LEOs and agencies
1.2,2 Collaborate with other units or
met here along with officers.
Number of times collaborated within departments or SOs participating In taskforce 5
Converter Theft. Collaboration means physically using law
divisions (i,e. homicide, vice,
narcotics, etc.) within the taskforce
related to Catalytic
enforcement resources, tactics and authority to perform activity on cases that draw
departments) where there were
upon or aid in the Investigation intended to further the resolution of any case,
identify to crime, Identify vehicles, Interview witnesses/suspeots and
crimes Involving catalyttc converter
theft. Include all participating
parties
apprehend suspects. Collaboration will Include any help, recommendation,
from or to lor
jurisdiction departments here,
contrthe
erTl efter
atalytic Converled
taskforce)on thatralds In the fport urtherance of Cuested
Investigai Investigations,
1.2.3 Collaborate with all other outside LE
Number of times collaborated with coverage area agencies or other law 6
and organizations that assist in the reduction of Catalytic
agencies and other organizations that
assist in the reduction of Catalytic
enforcement agencies
Converter Theft. Collaboration means physically using law enforcement resources,
to activity on cases that draw upon or aid In the
Converter Theft, include all coverage
Jurisdictions here
tactics and authority perform
Investigation Intended to further the resolution of any case, Identify parties to
crime, Identify vehicles, Interview wilnesseslsuspects and apprehend suspects.
Collaboration will Include any help, recommendation, contribution or support
from or provided to another unit or offered by the taskforce that alds In
requested
the furtherance of Catalytic Converter Theft invesllgattons
1.2.5 Conduct Intelligence Information-
number of intelligence meetings attended (include attending as presenter,
sharing (Personal attendance)
1.2.8 Conduct Intelligence Information-
participant or attendee)
Crime analysis bulletins disseminated (include Information distributed to law
sharing (Written Information)
enforcement agencies via text, e•mall, or Intra-net communications)
1,21 Collaborate with other MVCPA
Number of times collaborated with other MVCPA lasltforees that assist In the
taskforces
Goal 3: F-ducatel7rain Citizens
reduction in Catalytic Converter Theft
and Qualified Personnel in Detection and Prevention of Catalytic Converter Theft
3
M Strategy I. Conduct Public Awareness Related Activities Used to Educate Citizens 2
3.1.1 Conduct educational outreach events
Number of oulreachas
(Include trade show, exhibits, booths
at community events, vehicle displays,
brochures, etc.)
3.1.2 Conduct educational presentations to
Number of presentations. Presentation means in person, on-line, original written
the public
document, article, orwebpage.
2
3,1.4 Conduct vehicle Identification
Number of etching events. Including catalytic converters.
inlllaltvelevenl
3,1.4.1 conduct vehicle identification
Number of ParticlpanlslAltendeas Catalytic Converters Marked)
initiative/event
3.1.6 Purchase advertisements In local
ertof medlar urchas door providedurchased or i free (col-nsocial, tv, utility Insfor erts,
Inc udee umber of types advertise
outlets
billboards, rnsportation, etc.)
�D
3.1.7 Utilize social media outlets (Facebook, Number of postings In social media outlets
Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
3.1,a Deploy outdoor public notification
Number of deployments per month (If sign remains several months, count as 1
signage
deployment per month)
2
3.1.1 o Conduct media outreach, Including,
Number of ouireaches
public service announeemenls, press
releases, and Interviews
3,2 Strategy 2: Conduct Law Enforcement Trainingon Recognition and Apprehension of
stolen Vehicles and Prat eoylcers
3.2.1 Conduct law enforcement training
Number of classes provided for TCOLE credit
(TOOLE)
UOLumber of classes or Oseandlother written or presenteresentations d materialsInclude tbasedlc roll on local I d
3,2.3 Conduct
lawuenfor ccle crimes
da
ement agencies (non
uments, shift
documents,
TCOLE)
practices,
Grant Evaluation
4.1 Describe the local malhod and/or practice used to collect Ilia data for reporting Goals, Strategies, and Activities and to evaluate the
grant program effectiveness. Describe nianagemoht and staff particlpatlon. Include descriptions of systeins (forms and software) that
will be used to ensure reliable and accurate data is collected and reported, Describe any other evaluation methods used In tine
applicant agency to determine effectiveness or cost efficiency of the program.
'pile loom evaluation prooess establishes accountability and measurement of progress through collection of data and information
throughout tine chain of command, Invesiigators are required to keep activity logs and submit monthly reports to file Program
Manager. The `task Force Supervisor/Progrant Manager reviews cases and monitors the activillea of investigators, The Program
Director oversees the enlfre operation, including the field supervlsor, and 'mainlalns records of aelivity and spending. The program
Director works closely with the Beaumont CFO's grant coordinator and reports as necessary to ilia department heads of the
paritcipathng agencies to discuss progress andlor problems: NIBRS data for all agencies vilihin (lie project aYoa will be closely
monitored to determine Ilia overall Impact pf Task Force efforts. Personal activity logs and specific reports will be maintained to log
progress on stated objectives. These Include Information detailing such things as the number of ball operallons, Irispactlons and
public awareness initiatives perfornfed. They will .also record other Items (Ike arrests made, cases filed, Catalytic Converters
recovered, and the dfsposlhotis of the property upon completion of (tie cases. Progress of the program will be evaluated monthly.
Each investigator will complete a rriontlily reporl based on MVCPA reporting categories and the specific strategies; activilles and goals
of this grant. Each report will be accompanied by documentation supporting Ilia information given, The Project Manager will then
complier that Information into tine quarterly Progress Reports that are forwarded to MVCPA. All other MVCPA required reporting will be
completed by line Prograrn Manager, such as Ilia year end progress report.
4.2 Provide any other suggested measures that would better reflect the law enforcement or preVentlon work that the proposed program
will perform. If the suggested measure fits Into one of tine slated goals above please Indlaate.
None Noted,
TxGMS Standard Assurances by Local Governments
® We acknowledge reviewing the TxGMS Standard Assurances by local Coverbnrenis as promulgated by the Texas Comptroller of
Public Accounts and agree to abide by the terms stated tfierein,
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FY 2024 Senate Bill 224 Grant
Resolution,
Statement ®f Grant Award and. Acceptance
RESOLUTION NO.24-124
BE IT RESOLVED BYTHE CTrY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY" OF BEAUMONT:
WB REAS, under the provisions of the Texas Transportation Code Chapter 1006 and
Texas Administrative Code Title 43; Pant 3; Chapter 57, entities are eligible to receive grants
front the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority to provide financial support: to law
enforcement agencies for enforcement teams to combat Catalytic Converter Theft from Motor
Vehicles in, the jurisdiction; and;
WHEREAS, this grant program will assist this jurisdiction to combat Catalytic Converter
theft: from 1110tor vehicles; and;
WHEREAS, City of Beaumont has agreed that in the event of loss or misuse of the grant
finds, City ofBeal=ont assmos that the grant funds will be returned in frill to the Motor Vehicle
Crinic Prevention Authority;
NOW, THEREFORE, BB IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 13BAUMONT:
THAT the statements and findings set out in the proamble to this xesolution are hereby, iu
all things, approved and adopted; and,
THAT Kenneth Williams, City Manager, is designated as the Authorized Official to
apply for, accept, decline, modify, or cancel the grant application for the Motor Vehicle Crime
Prevention Authority Grant Program and all other necessary documents to accept said grant; aad,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED T14AT Iobu Cross Sr., Lieutenant, is designated as the
Program Director arid. Cheryl Ray, Chief Financial Officer, is designated as the Financial Officer
for this grant,
The sleeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in. strict
compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Goverilhient Code, Chapter 551.
2024.
PAVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of tho City of Beat moat this the 21st day of May,
Mayor'Roy Vest
Kati
,,Ir
FY24 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grant
Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
Statement,of Grant Award and Grantee Acceptance Notice
Grant Number;
224-24-1230100
Grantee:_ .
City of Beaumont
Program Title:
southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
GrantAward Amount:
$527,700
Total Cash Match Amount:
•0-
in-Kind Match Amount:
-0-
ReimburseMeht Percent*:
100%
Grant Term;
May 21, 2024 to May 20, 2025
Grant Budget'5ummaryi City of Beaumont (App ID; M)
Cash
MVCAA
Match
Total In -Kind
Budget Category
Ekpeiiditures
Expenditures
Expendltures Match
Personnel
.$0
$0
$0
Fringe
$0
$0
$0
Overtime
$0
$0
$0
Professional and Contract Services
$0
$0
$0
Travel
$0
$0
$0
Equlpment
$247..,700
$o
$247,700
Supplies and Direct operating Expenses (DOI:)
$280,000
$0
$2II0,000
Total
$527;700
$0
$527,700
*RelmbumMent P.ercehU 1 0%
That whereas, The City of Oeaumont (hereinafter referred to: as Grantee), has heretofore submitted a
grant application In.responseto the Requestfor Application issued on April 5, 2024 to the.Mato'r Vehicle Crime
Prevention Authority, State of Tegas;.ent'itled Southdast Texas Auto Theft7aslc Force and further Identified
by grant number 224-24-1230166 and
Whereas, the Motoi Vehtcle Crime.Pr6ention Authorlty has approved the grant applicafi.on as evidenced
by this FY24 Statement of GrantAward end certain speclal i eq'uIrements from the MbtorVehicle Crime
Prevention Authorlty'dated 04/09/2024 and
Whereas, the -Grantee desires to accept; the FY24 grant award and use all funds for purp'ases and In
compliance with the followIng requirements that are adopted. in their eritlrety by reference;
v Texas*Transportatlon Code Chapter 1006;
4 Texas Administrative Code: Title 43, :'art 3; Chapter 57;
FY24 5B224 Catalytic Converter MVCPA Statchient of Grant Award and Grantee Acceptance Page l of 2
o Texas Grant Management Standards (TxGMS) as promulgated by the Texas Comptroller of Public
Accounts including TXGMS Standard Assurances by Local Governments and standards for Financial and
Program Management;
o The Request for Applications issued on April 5, 2024;
o The current Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant Administrative Manual and forms and
subsequently adopted grantee Instruction manuals and forms;
o The Final Adopted Application attached to this Statement of Grant Award; and
o The Approved Grant Budget Summary
Now, therefore, the Grantee accepts the FY24Statement of Grant Award under the conditions
above Including thespecial requirements In the grant application and the Statement of Grant
Award as evidenced by this agreement, executed bythe official authorized to sign the original
grant applicatlo►l, or the official's designated successor, as presiding off lcer of and on behalf of
the governing body of this grantee; and
The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority has awarded the above -referenced grant subject to the
availability of state funds, The approved budget Is reffacted In the above Approved Grant Budget
Summary,This grant Is subject to and conditioned upon the acceptance of the MVCPA Grant
Administrative Guide promulgated forthls specific program fund (referenced above) bythe Motor
Vehicle Crime Prevention Autthorlty, Applicable special conditions are listed below,
Special Conditions and Requirements (MVCPA will only apply special conditions to applicable
Jurisdictions):
X Non -supplanting - The grantee agrees that funds will be used to supplement, not supplant, funds that would otherwise
be avallable for the activities under this grant, This Includes demonstrating that new funded positions will be added to the
department and not replacing local funds with state funds,
X Intelligence Sharing - The grantee is required to ensure that Law Enforcement personnel funded In whole or In part by
this grant actively participate In Law Enforcement Intelligence sharing webinars and Motor Vehicle Crime Investigator Virtual
ComJnand Centers organized and promoted on behalf of the MVCPA program operation and statewide collaboration.
_,X_ Multi -agency Grant Operatlanal Plan —The grantee is required to provide an operational plan describing the
communication process with participating and coverage JurlsdlctloAs. The operational plan must Include how meetings are
held, how often, and whether meetings are held In person or remotely. The grantee must report meetings in quarterly
progress reports,
X Multi -Agency grant - The grantee Is required to complete and maintain Interlocal agreement with all participating
subgrantees as required by law and TxGM5. The grantee must complete a process to monitor and ensure grant compliance of
subgrantees. The grantee must maintain the process locally and document compliance with that plan.
APPROVED AND ACCEPTED BY; j
f
Authorized Official
KAI' A1 W; `1 1j,10/1 '�'
Tinted Name and Title
-� � - z (�-
Date signed
FY24 SB224 Catalytic Converter MVCPA Statement of Grant Award and Grantee Acceptance Page 2 of 2
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
Interloeal Agreement
2025 Grant Year
City of Beaumont, Jefferson County,
City of Port Arthur,
Hardin County, Grange County,
Jasper County
XNTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
SOUTHEAST TEXAS AUTO THEFT TASK FORCE
STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON §
This Interlocal Agreement is entered into by and between the City of Beaumont
{"Grantee"), a municipal corporation situated in Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas, the City of
Port Arthur , a municipal corporation situated in Jefferson County, Texas ("Sub -Grantee"),
Jefferson County, a political subdivision of the State of Texas ("Sub -Grantee"), Hardin County,
a political subdivision of the State of Texas ("Covered Area Party"), Jasper County, a political
subdivision of the State of Texas ("Covered Area Party"), and Orange County, a political
subdivision of the State of Texas ("Covered Area Party"), pursuant to the Interlocal Cooperation
Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 791.
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, Beaumont, Port Arthur, Hardin County, Jasper County, Jefferson
County, and Orange County, collectively herein after referred to as "Parties", have the objective
to participate in a combined task force funded by the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
(MVCPA) of the State of Texas, in the amount of $724,534.00 for the Southeast Texas Auto Theft
Task Force, and,
WHEREAS, the Grantee and Sub -Grantees have agreed to contribute the total of
$146,200.00 in matching funds and $423,382.00 in in -kind matching funds if said grant application
j is approved; and,
WHEREAS, the source of funds would not normally be used for this purpose; and,
WHEREAS, the Parties believe it to be. in their best interests to continue a
Interlocal with Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force — MVCPA Grant PY2025 Page I 1
mull yurisdictional MVCPA Task Force; and
WHEREAS, the Parties agree to each accept the responsibility and to adhere to all
applicable federal, state, and local laws or regulations
NOW THE RE, ORE' JT IS HEREBY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE I. PURPOSE
1 .01 The purpose of this Agreement is to allow Beaumont (Grantee) to file an application for a
grant with the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (Agency), which application is attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof for all purposes,
ARTICLE II. TERM
2.01 The term of this Agreement is to commence on May 211t, 2024 and to end May 20", 2025.
ARTICLE III. CONSIDERATION
3 .01 As consideration for this Agreement, the Grantee and Sub -Grantees agree to contribute
a total of $146,382.00 in matching funds and $423,382.00 in in -kind matching funds for the
enhancement of the funded grant program in the amounts and methods as follows:
<<�Itcia`]�esc�i'�ioiet';;�
A, tau
R.
Method'Casli'Pazcl/Xu`'Lieu,i .I
Travel; Equipment; Supplies and
$86,200.00
Cash Match paid by Beaumont
Direct Operating Expenses
Professional and Contractual
$30,000.00
Fringe paid by Port Arthur in Lieu of match
Services (Investigator's Benefits
for Port Arthur employee)
Professional and Contractual
$30,000.00
Fringe paid by Jefferson County in lieu of
Services (Investigator's Benefits
match
for Jefferson County employee)
Hardin County
$0.06
NIA
Jasper County
$0.00
N/A
Orange Coon
$0.00
1 N/A
otal.S.out•ce:ofCas��'Match�20®�00
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Overtime, Supplies and Direct
Operating Expenses)
$423,382.00
In Kind Match Expenditures paid by Beaumont
Port Arthur
$0,00,
Jefferson County
$0.00
Hardin County
$0.00
Jasper County
$0.00
Orange County
$0.00
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ARTICLE IV. ALLOCATION OF FUNDS
4.01 The specific allocation of the Parties fund is set out in the attachment to this Agreement,
marked as Exhibit "B", and made a part hereof for all purposes.
ARTICLE V. EQUIPMENT
5 .01 Upon termination of this Agreement, equipment including vehicles, hardware, and other
non -expendable items will revert to the applicant. The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
of the State of Texas will be notified and inventory records will be updated,
ARTICLE VI. AMENDMENTS
6 .01 This Agreement may be amended by the mutual agreement of the parties hereto in writing
to be attached to and incorporated into this Agreement.
ARTICLE V,iI. LEGAL CONSTRUCTION
7,01 In the event anyone or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall be held to
be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability
shall not affect any other provision thereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid,
illegal, or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein.
ARTICLE VIII. UNIFORM ASSURANCES
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comply with the following uniform assurances:
Byrd Anti -Lobbying Amendment - Grantee certifies that no federal appropriated funds
have been paid or will be paid to any person or organization for influencing or attempting to
influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress on its behalf to obtain, extend, or modify this
contract or grant, If non-federal funds are used by Grantee to conduct such lobbying activities, the
prescribed disclosure form shall promptly be filed. In accordance with 31 U.S.C. § 1352(b)(5),
Grantee acknowledges and agrees that it is responsible for ensuring that each sub -grantee certifies
its compliance with the expenditure prohibition and the declaration requirement.
Child Support Obligation - Grantee represents and warrants that it will include the
following clause in the award documents for every sub -award and subcontract and will require
sub -recipients and contractors to certify accordingly: Under Section 231.006 of the Family Code,
the vendor or applicant certifies that the individual or business entity named in this contract, bid
or application is not ineligible to receive the specified grant, loan, or payment and acknowledges
that this contract may be terminated and payment may be withheld if this certification is inaccurate,
A bid or an application for a contract, grant, or loan paid from state funds must include the name
and social security number of the individual or sole proprietor and each partner, shareholder, or
owner with an ownership interest of at least 25 percent of the business entity submitting the bid or
application.
Clean Air Act & Federal Water Pollution Control Act - Grantee represents and warrants
that it will comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean
Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33
U.S.C. 1251-1387).
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Compliance with Laws, Rules and Requirements - Grantee represents and warrants that it
will comply, and assure the compliance of all its sub -recipients and contractors, with all applicable
federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies in effect or hereafter established. In addition,
Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply with all requirements imposed by the awarding
agency concerning special requirements of law, program requirements, and other administrative
requirements. In instances where multiple requirements apply to Grantee, the more restrictive
requirement applies.
Contract Oversight - Grantee represents and warrants that it will maintain oversight to
ensure that contractors perform in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications of
their contracts or purchase orders.
Contract Work Hours & Safety Standards Act - Grantee represents and warrants that it will
comply with the requirements of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C.
3701-3708),
Cybersecurity Training Program - Grantee represents and warrants its compliance with §
2054,5191 of the Texas Government Code relating to the cyberseeurity training program for local
government employees who have access to a local government computer system or database. If
Grantee has access to any state computer system or database, Grantee shall complete cybersecurity
training and verify completion of the training program to the Agency pursuant to and in accordance
with § 2054.5192 of the Government Code,
Davis -Bacon Act and the Copeland Act - Grantee represents and warrants that it will
comply with the requirements of the Davis -Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 3141- 3144, and 3146-3148) as
supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR Part 5, "Labor Standards Provisions
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Applicable to Contracts Covering Federally Financed and. Assisted Construction") and the
Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. §276c and 18 U.S.C. §874).
Debarment and Suspension - Grantee certifies that it and its principals are not suspended
or debarred from doing business with the state or federal government as listed on the State of Texas
Debarred Vendor List maintained by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and the System
for Award Management (SAM) maintained by the General Services Administration.
Debts and Delinquencies - Grantee agrees that any payments due under the contract or
grant shall be applied towards any debt or delinquency that is owed to the State of Texas.
Disaster Recovery Plan - Upon request of Agency, Grantee shall provide copies of its most
recent business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
Disclosure of Violations of Federal Criminal Law � Grantee represents and warrants its
compliance with 2 CFR § 200,113 which requires the disclosure hi writing of violations of federal
criminal law involving fraud, bribery, and gratuity and the reporting of certain civil, criminal, or
administrative proceedings to SAM.
Disclosure Protections for Certain Charitable Organizations, Charitable Trusts & Private
Foundations- Grantee represents and warrants that it will comply with Section 2252,906 of the
Texas Government Code relating to disclosure protections for certain charitable organizations,
charitable trusts, and private foundations.
Dispute Resolution - The dispute resolution process provided in Chapter 2009 of the Texas
Government Code is available to the parties to resolve any dispute arising under the agreement.
Excluded Parties - Grantee certifies that it is not listed in the prohibited vendors list
authorized by Executive Order No. 13224, "Blocking Property and Prohibiting Transactions with
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Persons Who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism", published by the United States
Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control.
,Executive Head of a State Agency Affirmation - Under Section 669.003 of the Texas
Government Code, relating to contracting with an executive head of a state agency, Grantee
represents that no person who served as an executive of Agency, in the past four (4) years, was
involved with or has any interest in the contract or grant. If Grantee employs or has used the
services of a former executive of Agency, then Grantee shall provide the following information in
the Response: name of the former executive, the name of the state agency, the date of separation
from the state agency, the position held with Grantee, and the date of employment with Grantee.
Funding Limitation - Grantee understands that all obligations of Agency under the contract
or grant are subject to the availability of grant funds. The contract or grant is subject to termination
or cancellation, either in whole or in part, without penalty to Agency if such funds are not
appropriated or become unavailable.
Governing Law & Venue - This agreement shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to the conflicts of law provisions.
The venue of any suit arising under this agreement is fixed in any court of competent jurisdiction
of Beaumont Jefferson County, Texas, unless the specific venue is otherwise identified in a statute
that directly names or otherwise identifies its applicability to the contracting state agency,
Indemnification - to the extent permitted by law Grantee shall defend, indemnify and hold
harmless the state of Texas and agency, and/or their officers, agents, employees, representatives,
contractors, assignees, and/or designees from any and all liability, actions, claims, demands, or
suits, and all related costs, attorney fees, and expenses arising out of, or resulting from any acts or
omissions of Grantee or its agents, employees, subcontractors, order fulfillers, or suppliers of
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subcontractors in the execution or performance of the contract and any purchase orders issued
under the contract, The defense shall be coordinated by Grantee with the office of the Texas
Attorney General when Texas state agencies are named defendants in any lawsuit and Grantee
may not agree to any settlement without first obtaining the concurrence from the office of the
Texas Attorney General. Grantee and agency agree to fiirnish timely written notice to each other
of any such claim.
Law Enforcement Agency Grant Restriction - Grantee on behalf of Southeast Texas Auto
Theft Task Force is a law enforcement agency regulated by Chapter 1701 of the Texas Occupations
Code, Grantee represents and warrants that it will not use appropriated money unless the law
enforcement agency is in compliance with all rules adopted by the Texas Commission on Law
Enforcement (TCOLE), or TCOLE certifies that it is in the process of achieving compliance with
such rules.
Legal Authority Grantee represents that it possesses legal authority to apply for the grant.
A resolution, motion or similar action has been duly adopted or passed as an official act of the
Grantee's governing body, authorizing the filing of the Response, including all understandings and
assurances contained therein, and directing and authorizing the person identified as the official
representative, or the designee of Grantee to act in connection with the Response and to provide
such additional information astray be required.
Lobbying Expenditure Restriction - Grantee represents and warrants that Agency's
payments to Grantee and Grantee's receipt of appropriated or other funds under the contract or
grant are not prohibited by Sections 403,1067 or 556.0055 of the Texas Government Code which
restrict lobbying expenditures
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No Conflicts of Interest State - Grantee represents and warrants that performance under the
contract or grant will not constitute an actual or potential conflict of interest or reasonably create
an appearance of impropriety. Further, Grantee represents and warrants that in the administration
of the grant, it will comply with all conflict of interest prohibitions and disclosure requirements
required by applicable law, rules, and policies, including Chapter 176 of the Texas Local
Government Code. If circumstances change during the course of the contract or grant, Grantee
shall promptly notify Agency.
No Waiver of Sovereign Immunity - The Parties expressly agree that no provision of the
grant or contract is in any way intended to constitute a waiver by the Agency or the State of Texas
of any immunities from suit or from liability that the Agency or the State of Texas may have by
operation of law.
Open Meetings - Grantee represents and warrants its compliance with Chapter 551 of the
Texas Government Code which requires all regular, special or called meeting of a governmental
body to be open to the public, except as otherwise provided by law.
Texas Public Information Act - Information, documentation, and other material in
connection with this Solicitation or any resulting contract or grant may be subject to public
disclosure pursuant to Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code (the "Public Information Act").
In accordance with Section 2252.907 of the Texas Government Code, Grantee is required to make
any information created or exchanged with the State pursuant to the contract or grant, and not
otherwise excepted from disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act, available in a format
that is accessible by the public at no additional charge to the State.
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Reporting Compliance - Grantee represents and warrants that it will submit timely,
complete, and accurate reports in accordance with the grant and maintain appropriate backup
documentation to support the reports.
Records Retention State Grant - Grantee shall maintain and retain all records relating to
the performance of the grant including supporting fiscal documents adequate to ensure that claims
for grant funds are in accordance with applicable State of Texas requirements. These records will
be maintained and retained by Grantee for a period of four (4) years after the grant expiration date
or until all audit, claim, and litigation matters are resolved, whichever is later. Agency reserves
the right to direct a Grantee to retain documents for a longer period of time or transfer certain
records to Agency custody when it is determined the records possess longer term retention value.
Grantee must include the substance of this clause in all subawards and subcontracts.
Reporting Suspected fraud and Unlawful Conduct - Grantee represents and warrants that it
will comply with Section 321.022 of the Texas Government Code, which requires that suspected
fraud and unlawful conduct be reported to the State Auditor's Office.
State Auditor's Right to Audit - The state auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of
any entity receiving fiends from the state directly under the contract or indirectly through a
subcontract under the contract. The acceptance of finds directly under the contract or indirectly
through a subcontract tinder the contract acts as acceptance of the authority of the state auditor,
under the direction of the legislative audit committee, to conduct an audit or investigation in
connection with those funds. Under the direction of the legislative audit committee, an entity that
is the subject of an audit or investigation by the state auditor must provide the state auditor with
access to any information the state auditor considers relevant to the investigation or audit.
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Sub -award Monitoring - Grantee represents and warrant that it will monitor the activities
of the sub -grantee as necessary to ensure that the sub -award is used for authorized purposes, in
compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the sub -award,
and that sub -award performance goals are achieved.
ARTICLE X. FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION
10.01 In accordance with §783.006 of the Texas Government Code Standard Financial
Management Conditions the prescribed are applicable to all grants and agreements executed
between affected entities:
Financial reporting - Accurate, current, and complete disclosure of the financial results of
grant related activities must be made in accordance with the financial reporting requirements of
the grant.
Accounting records - Grantee will maintain records, which adequately identify the source
and application of hands, provided for grant related activities. These records will contain
information pertaining to grant awards and obligations, unobligated balances, assets, liabilities,
outlays or expenditures, and income.
Internal control - Effective control and accountability will be maintained for all grant cash,
real and personal property, and other assets. Grantee will safeguard all such property and assure
that it is used for authorized grant purposes.
grant.
Page Budget control - Actual expenditures will be kept within budgeted amounts for each
Allowable cost - Applicable cost principles, agency program regulations, and the terms of
grant agreements shall be followed in determining the reasonableness, allowability, and
allocability of costs.
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Source documentation - Accounting records must be supported by such source
documentation as checks, paid bills, payroll records, receipts, timesheets, travel vouchers, and
other records, etc. These source documents must be retained and made available for MVCPA staff
when requested.
Cash management - Grantee will establish reasonable procedures to ensure the receipt of
reports on cash balances and cash disbursements in sufficient time to enable them to prepare
complete and accurate cash transactions reports to the awarding agency.
Reimbursement Grant - All expenditures reported will be based on actual amounts paid
and documented. Reporting budgeted amounts or estimated costs as expenditures are not
permitted and if used may result in payment suspension and possible termination of the grant.
Costs Incurred outside the Program Period - Grant funds may not be obligated prior to the
effective date without written permission of the MVCPA director or subsequent to the termination
date of the grant period. All obligations must be consistent with the Statement of Grant Award
and used for statutorily authorized purposes.
AP,TICLE XI. COMPLIANCE
11 .01 Grantee and subgrantee will comply with state law, program rules and regulations and the
Statement of Grant Award. In addition, Grantee and sub -grantee represents and warrants that it
will comply with all requirements imposed by the awarding agency concerning special
requirements of law, program requirements, and other administrative requirements. Information,
guidance and program rules can be found in the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Grant
Administrative Manual and if not found in the administrative manual then grantee and subgrantee
must follow the Texas Grant Management Standards maintained under the authority of the Texas
Comptroller of Public Accounts. These grant management standards are used by the Motor
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Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority in the administration of the MVCPA grant program,
Sub -grantee Monitoring and Management - The local government must monitor the
activities of the sub -grantee as necessary to ensure that sub -award performance goals are achieved
and the sub -award is used for authorized purposes, in compliance with state law, rules, and the
terms and conditions of the sub --award. Monitoring of the sub -grantee must include:
(1.) Reviewing financial and performance reports requited by the local government,
(2) Followings -up and ensuring that the sub -grantee takes timely and appropriate action on
all deficiencies pertaining to the sub -award provided to the sub -grantee from the local
government detected through audits, on -site reviews, and other means,
(3) issuing a management decision for audit findings pertaining to the sub -award provided
to the sub -grantee fi-om the local government as required,
ARTICLE XII, ENTIRE AGREEMENT
12.01 This Agreement supersedes any and all other agreements, either orator in waiting, between
the Parties hereto with respect to the subject matter hereof, and no other agreement, statement, or
promise relating to the subject matter of this Agreement which is not contained herein shall be
valid or binding upon all Patties,
EXECUTER IN DUPLICATE ORIGINALS, EACH OF WHICH SHALL HAVE THE
FULL FORCE AND EFFECT OF AN ORIGINAL, EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2022,
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EXECUTED by the City of Beaumont this day of
2024
CITY OF BEAUMONT, TEXAS
Kenneth Williams, City Manager
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EXECUTED by the City of Poa Arthur this clay of
202LI
CITY OF TORT AR
Ronald BurtoyY, Ulty Matiager
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EXECUTED by Jefferson County this ,,q-e14 day of
JEFFERSON COUNTY, TEXAS
Jeff Branick,,�'kni tt Judge
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EXECUTED by Hardin County this 12th day of
November , 2024
HARDIN COUNTY, TEXAS
ceNy signed by Judge Wayne
McDaniel
cDanlat
By: Dole: 2024,11.1212:35,11.08'00'
Wayne McDanieI, County Judge
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EXECUTED by Jasper County this 18th day of
October , 2024
JASPER COUNTY, TEXAS
By:
Mark Allen, County Judge
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EXECUTED by Orange County this 22nd day of
October , 2024
ORANGE COUNTY, TEXAS
)By: 6 1 _��2 -
John Cothia, C unty Jud
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]IL",hibit A
FY2025 Task Force Grant
Final Negotiated Application
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MVCPATaskforca Grant Negotiation
The Application was submitted by Kenneth Williams at $121/2024 3.42:04 PM and is now locked.
The confirmation Number Is 2024002100301.
Primary Agency / Grantee Legal Name: City of Beaumont
Organization Type: Law Enforcement
Organization ORI (If applicable): 7X?230100, BEAUMONT PD (M1P)
Program Title Please enter a short description of the proposed program that can be used as the title.
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force
Application Category (See Request for Applications 1RFA) for category details and descriptions RFA Priority Funding Section):
New Grant - 2025 Is the first year of the MVCPATaskforee Grants. All 2025 grant applicants use the new grant category.
MVCPA Program Category (see RFA and TAC 43, 3 §57.14). Check all that apply.
Law Enforcement, Detection and Apprehension
Prevention, Anti -Theft Devices and Motor Vehicle Registration
• Reduction of the Sale of Stolen Vehicles or Parts
Education Programs and Marketing
Taskforce Grant Participation and Coverage Area
Provide a General Description of the Participating and Coverage Area of this Grant Application
Jefferson, Hardin, Orange, Jasper Counties and all Municipalities therein.
Define in the tables below the grant relationships and geographic area of the taskforce:
Applicant will add the participating and coverage agencies from the OR1 list below. If an agency is not In the ORI list, please include
the agency and role in the general description above, Make sure to follow the definitions below and select an agency in the dropdown.
Use the Add as Participating Agency or Add as Coverage Agency button to populate the list.
Participating Agencies are agencies that materially participate In the grant application through the exchange of funds for
reimbursement and cash match. Participating agencies are defined after the grant award by Interlocalllnteragency agreements. Eaoh
applicant must select their own agency first. Than select agencies that will receive or provide funding and/or resources, jNote:
Interlocallinteragency agreements do not need to be submitted with the application, interlocal agreements will need to be executed
prior to the first payment being made if selected for a grant. Letters of support with the application from the participating agencies are
strongly recommended.)
Coverage Agencies are agencies that provided some level of coverage, assistance or support by this grant application but will not
materially exchange funds as cash match or rembursement. The coverage Is not supported by an after the award with
interlocal/interagency agreements. Coverage agencies as law enforcement agencies may have Jurisdictional coverage agreements
unrelated to the grant (Ex. City Y is within County X or vice varsa). Agencies selected in this list Include agencies that will be covered
or where the agency Indicates that their agency will coordinate or call upon the taskforce. Letters of support with the application from
the parllclpating agencies are strongly recommended.
Participating Agencies Coverage Agencies
TX1230000 JEFFERSON CO SO TX1000000 HARDIN CO SO i
TX1230100 BEAUMONT PD (MIP) TX1000100 KOUNTZE PD
TX1230700 PORT ARTHUR PD (AE) TX1000200 SILSBEE PD
TX1000300 SOUR LAKE PD
TX1000900 LUMBERTON PD (IBR)
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TX1210000 JASPER CO SO
TX1210100 JASPER PD
TX1210200 KIRBYVILLE PD
TX'1230300 GROVES PD
TX1230500 NEDERLAND PD
TX1230800 PORT NECHES PD
TX1231000 LAMAR UNIVERSITY PD
TX1810000 ORANGE CO SO
TX1810100 BRIDGE CITY PD
TX1810200 ORANGE PD
TX1810300 PINEHURST PD
TX1810400 VIDOR PD
TX1810500 WEST ORANGE PD
TX1810800 ROSE CITY PD
Resolution: Complete a Resolution and submit to local governing body for approval. Sample Resolutlon is found in the Request for
Application or send a request for an electronic copy to grentsMVCPA@txdmv.gov. The completed and executed Resolution must be
attached to this on-line application.
Grant Budget Form
MVCPA recommends that the applicant complete the total costs (MVCPA and Cash Match combined) for this program. The applicant can
then enter the desired amount of Cash Match (not less than 20% per TAG Title 43, A§57.36). The system will then calculate the correct
grant and match amounts.
Budget Entry Option:
Enter MVCPA and Cash Match Amounts
Cash
MVCPA
Match
Total In -Kind
Budget Category
Expenditures
Expenditures
Expenditures Match
Personnel
$293,832
$0
$293,832 $300,832
Fringe
$108,000
$0
$108,000 $108,000
Overtime
$6,750
$0
$6,750
$6,750
Professional and Contract Services
$166,000
$60,000
$226,000
Travel
$14,950
$800
$i6,750
Equipment
$36,000
$9,000
$45,000
Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
$99,002
$76,400
$175,402
$7,800
Total
$724,534
$146,200
$870,734 $423,332
Cash Match Percentage
20.18%
Pat MVCPA
In -Kind
Description
Subcategory
Tillie
Funds Cash Match
Total
Match
Personnel
Program Director I Commander
Investlgator]LEO
100
$0
$0
$0
$116,944
Program Manager l Supervisor
Investigator/LEO
100
$107,944
$0
$107,944
$0
Investigator 1
Invest€gatoril-EC)
100
$92,944
$0
$92,944
Investigator 2
Investigator/LEO
100
$92,944
$0
$92,944
Investigator 3
Investigator/LEO
100
$0
$92,944
Investigator 4
Investigator/EEO
i00
$0
$90,944
Total Personnel
600
$293,832
$0
$293,832
$300,832
Fringe
Program Director/Commander
Investigator/LEO
$0
$0
$0
$36,000
Program Manager i Supervisor
InvesilgatorlLEO
$36,000
$0
$36,000
$0
Investigator 1
Investigator/LEO
$36,000
$0
$36,000
Investigator 2
invesligatoriLEO
$36,000
$0
$36,000
Investigator 3
Investigator/LEO
$0
$0
$0
$36,000
Investigator 4
Investigator/LEO
$0
$0
$0
$36,000
Total Fringe
$108,000
$0
$108,000
$108,000
Overtime
Program Director I Commander
Investigator/LEO
$0
$0
$0
$2,250
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Pet
MVCPA
in -Kind
Description
Subcategory Time
Funds Cash Klatch
Total Match
Program Manager / Supervisor
lnvestigatorlLEO
$2,250
$0
$2,250
Investigator 1
Investigator/LEO
$2,250
$0
$2,250
Investigator 2
Investigator/LEO
$2,250
$0
$2,250
Investigator 3
Investigator/LEO
$0
$0
$0 $2,250
Investigator 4
Investigator/LEO
$0
$0
$0 $2,250
Total Overtime
$6,750
$0
$6,750 $6,750
Professional and Contract Services
Jefferson County
investigator/LEO - 100
personnel
$80,000
$0
$80,000
Port Arthur
Investigator/LEO - 100
personnel
$86,000
$0
$86,000
Jefferson County
investigator/LEO - fringe 100
$0
$30,000
$30,000
Port Arthur
Investigator/LEO - fringe 100
$0
$80,000
$30,000
Total Professional and Contract Services
400
$166,000
$60,000
$226,000
Travel
Annual TAVTI
Law enforcement In-
$5,500
$0
$6,500
State
MVCPA Board Meetings
Law enforcement In-
State
$0
$800
$800
Auto Crime Related Training
Law enforcement In-
State
$2,650
$0
$2,650
Investigative or Administrative
Law enforcement In-
State
$1,500
$0
$1,600
MVCPA Grant Workshop/Board
Law enforcement In-
$5,300
$0
$5,300
Meeting/Award
State
Total Travel
$14,950
$800
$15,750
Equipment
1 Task Force Vehicle 112 ton Crew cab 4
$36,000
$9,000
$45,000
wheel drive
Total Equipment
$36,000
$9,000
$46,000
Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
Office & Warehouse Lease
$55,000
$0
$55,000
Office Utilities
$6,600
$0
$6,600
Office Field and Operational Supplies
$14,832
$0
$14,832
Office Phone and Data Service
$6,060
$0
$6,060
Bait and Tracking Air Time
$1,380
$0
$1,380
Cell Phone Service
$3,480
$0
$3,480
Vehicle Lease 1
$7,800
$0
$7,800
Vehicle Lease 2
$0
$0
$0 $7,800
Vehicle Fuel, Maintenance and Repalr;BPD
$0
$50,400
$50,400
TAVTI Registration Fees
$1,200
$0
$1,200
Uniforms
$0
$0
$0
Public Education and Awareness
$0
$26,000
$26,000
(Billboards)
4- Covert Trackers Annual Service
$2,000
$0
$2,000
Auto Crimes Related Training Fees
$650
$0
$650
Total Supplies and Direct Operating
$99,002
$76,400
$175,402 $7,800
Expenses (DOE)
Budget Narrative
A. Personnel
Narrative: Personnel: Commander: The Task Force commander will hold the rank of Lieutenant of the Beaumont
Police Department
and serve as the Program Director; oversee all task force personnel and associated
task force
operations; manage financial affairs
to the grant; compile weekly
payroll; direct task priorities, establish
expectations and
ensure accountability;
work Jointly with
pertaining
MVCPA, Beaumont Chief of Police, Beaumont CFO Office and its grant coordinator
and the program manager to sustain grant
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compliance and ensure positive outcomes; liaison with officials of participating and coverage agencies; attend appropriate meetings,
seminars, training and webinars; administer or supervise any official task force webpage or social media presence; function as the
official Task Force spokesperson and media contact; ensure that required MVCPA reports are submitted by the program manager;
monitor progress and document accordingly; and delegate assignments to personnel as needed. The Commander will spend 100% of
work hours on task force and grant related activities or objectives. The position will be funded as an In -Kind Match ($116,000). Only
actual figures will be submitted. Supervisor: The Task Force supervisor will hold the rank of Sergeant of the Beaumont Police
Department and serve as the Program Manager; supervise task force investigators, monitor law enforcement activities in a front line
basis, schedule personnel, set goals, manage after hour callouts, review and assign offense reports; analyze Intelligence for trends or
patterns, complete paperwork, organize special operations, including overt and covert activities as well as proactive enforcement;
assess risk; assign tasks and data collection reports to Investigators; compile and draft activity summaries for periodic reports;
complete and submit MVCPA quarterly reports; assist Investigators, and perform additional duties or assignments as directed by the
Program Director. The supervisor will dedicate 100% of work hours to task force duties or functions. The position will be funded by
MVCPA Funds ($107,000) based an actual figures. Beaumont Police Investigators (1-4): The BPD Investigators will conduct
Investigations of auto -related cases as assigned, prepare and present completed cases to the District Attorney identify and develop
suspects; recover stolen vehicles and property associated with auto -related crimes; write, get approved and execute appropriate
search warrants; assist with other cases outside of Beaumont within the coverage area, as well as, assisting with any cases outside
that area that will further Investigations for the task force, or with other auto theft task forces t agencies, that further the mission of
reducing motor vehicle crimes in the State of Texas. They will also make recommendations to the task force supervisor on special
operations based on Intelligence and trends, liaison and convey Intelligence to the appropriate agencies in and out of the coverage
area, complete seizure and auction paperwork, assist with special operations; Conduct 68(A) Inspections, salvage yard and repair
shop Inspections; and complete other duties and assignments assigned by the Program Manager or Program Director. Pursuant to
Taskforce goals and MVCPA expectations, as Individually assigned, investigators will also develop and present crime prevention and
awareness presentations; conduct media Interviews; disseminate public Information on taskforce accomplishments or cases; upon
approval by Commander or Supervisor, issue official press releases to media or agency public relations; email suspect BOLO reports
inter -departmentally; attend relevant neighborhood association or community -led meetings; liaison with participating agencies; obtain
and maintain crime statistics for coverage areas; as appropriate, mail or email case update notices to crime victims; assist other task
force personnel with assigned duties Including Investigations, inspections, and back up; maintain all surveillance equipment and assist
with Its use during investigations or covert operations; cooperate with probation and parole offices to stay informed of the statuses of
known auto crime recidivists; coordinate and conduct Inspections of salvage dealers and repair shops within the scope of the taskforce
jurisdiction as priorities permit; monitor focal auctions where insurance -totaled vehicles are sold; In conjunction with the Supervisor,
organize covert sting operations as needed to Identify illegal activities by salvage dealers or repalr shops; coordinate and conduct
VTR-68A inspections; complete seizure paperwork, organize seized property inventory, prepare seized property for auction, and work
closely with personnel who are associated with the process; and, complete other assignments as directed by the Supervisor or
Commander. All fringe benefits will be cash -matched. All BPI) Investigators will devote 100°In of work hours toward auto -crime and
grant -related activities. Investigator 1 ($92,000) and Investigator 2 ($92,000), will be funded with MVCPA Funds (2 @ $92,000 each =
$184,000). investigator 3 ($92,000) and Investigator 4 ($90,000) will be an In -kind match ($182,000). Only actual figures will be
submitted. Clothing allowance provided by the City of Beaumont ($4,824) in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for 6
Beaumont officers Is $804,00 per officer per year (6 x 804 = $4,824) and $840 for Polo shirts with the SETX ATTF logo at $35 per shirt
and 3 shirts per task force member (36 x 3 x 8 = $840 + $4,824 = $6,664),
B. Fringe
Narrative: Fringe: Fringe benefits include FICA, retirement withholding, and health Insurance. City of Beaumont withholds FICA - Mad
at rate of 1.46% (except a Sgt. who was hired before April 1, 1986). TMRS Retirement withholdings Including agency contributions:
City of Beaumont (21.04% Rate). Total Fringe with health insurance varies per employee and may exceed the estimated amount of
$36,000, Only actual figures will be submitted. The Program Director / Commander Fringe will be an In -Kind Match ($36,000). The
Program Manager / Supervisor Fringe will be MVCPA Funded ($36,000). Investigator 1 and Investigator 2 Fringe will be MVCPA
Funded ($36,000 X 2= $72,000), Investigator 3 and investigator 4 Fringe will be In -Kind Match ($36,000 X 2=$72,000). MVCPA
Funded Fringe total: $108,000, In -Kind Match Fringe total: $108,000.
C. Overtime
Narrative: In most circumstances, task force personnel will flex hours to accommodate events or unexpected Incidents that require an
extended period of work beyond what Is scheduled, There are however occasions where overtime will be required and unavoidable
due to the complexity of an incident, the hour It originated; the Inability to flex the time due to personnel already having met the 40-hour
limitation per week; or, stipulations of a Collective Bargaining Labor Contract. There will be occasions where motor vehicle crimes
investigations, survelllance and direct grant related activities will require overtime far task force personnel. Salaries have risen and
given the average of $9,000.00 per year in overtime, It could be reasonably forecast that there would be approximately the same
amount of overtime expended in the upcoming grant year. That would equate to approximately $2,250 ($2,250 x 3 = $6,750) per
Investigator per year.
D. Professional and Contract Services
Professional and Contract Services: The Investigators (PAPD, JCSO) will lead Investigations of auto -related cases as assigned by
each investigator's respective agency; prepare and present completed cases to the District Attorney; identify and develop suspects;
recover stolen vehicles and auto -crime property; prepare and execute applicable search warrants; complete seizure paperwork; make
recommendations to the Supervisor on special projects based on Identifiable trends; forward information on suspects and trends to the
Supervisor; assist with special projects and operations; complete any data collection reports as assigned by Supervisor; assist with
68A Inspections and Inspections of salvage yards and repair shops when necessary; and, complete other duties or assignments as
directed. All contracted Task Force Officers will assist on auto -related cases and operations within coverage jurisdiction. JCSO and
PAPD salaries will be fully funded by MVCPA ($80,000 + $86,000=$166,000). Only actual figures will be submitted. Fringe benefits
Include FICA, retirement withholding, and health insurance for all contributing agencies. Workers Compensation and TEC figures for
Jefferson County and the City of Port Arthur, Workers Comp and TEC are figured together for Jefferson County at 5% whereas The
City of Port Arthur is at 2% (WC) and 4% (TEC) respectively. FiCA is withheld at a rate of 7,65%. Retirement withholdings Including
agency contributions are taken at the following rates: Jefferson County (14.9%), City of Port Arthur (13.1 %). Health Insurance for
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Jefferson County will be about $15,000 for FY24 and Port Arthur will be about $16,000 for FY24. Participating agencies are expected
to submit only actual figures up to a maximum cash match up to $30,000 ($30,000 x 2 = $60,000) for PAPD and JCSO.
E. Travel
Narrative: The Annual TAVTI Conference / Board Meeting ($5500): Estimated price Is $135 per room per night ($675 per week per
person for 5 nights and 6 attendees; one attendee has lodging paid for by TAVTI, due to a position on the TAVTi Executive Board, but
does not include per diem) for a total of $3375 for lodging. The estimate for per diem Is based on the current GSA for Dallas at $70 per
day per person ($70 x 5 x 6 = $2100). The conference attendees would include Taal( Force investigators, the supervisor and the
commander, all of which are law enforcement personnel and are funded by the grant, cash matched or in -kind matched, MVCPA
Workshops / Board Meetings ($800): Estimated price per night $160 per room. Estimating the budget for potentially 4 separate
occasions. One room for 3 nights (4 x 150 = $600). The current GSA (2023) per them rate for Austin Is estimated at $64 a day per
person ($64 x 3 =192) (Per diem @$192 = Rooms @ $600 = $792). Attendees would Include the program manager or the program
director, who are law enforcement personnel whose salaries are completely funded by grant funds or in -kind match. Auto Theft
Training ($3300): Potential training for any newly assigned investigators) or other training suitable for current task force members.
Estimated price per night Is $150 per room. One room for five nights ($150 x 5 = 750) and estimating for the possibility of three training
opportunities (3 x $750 = $2250), Per Diem estimated af$64 per person (64 x 5 x 3 attendees = $960). Estimated training fees of
$650. Attendees would include any task force member In need of training who is either funded directly by the grant, cash matched or
an In -kind match of the grant. Only actual figures will be submitted if this line Item Is used. Unplanned investigative or Administrative
Travel ($1500): During the course of the grant year, unplanned meetings may be scheduled or Investigations lead out of town and
become an unfunded expense. If needed, only law enforcement personnel listed on the MVCPA grant will use these funds for
purposes that have been approved prior to any travel. These purposes will be directly related to fulfilling grant objectives or purposes.
These funds are being designated to prevent budget adjustments for unexpected travel. Only actual costs, If any, will be filed for
reimbursement. MVCPA Grant Workshop 1 Training I Board Meeting / Grant Award ($5300): Attendees will be law enforcement task
force members and at least one Financial Officer that oversees the grant for the City of Beaumont. Four attendees which are the
Program Director, Program Manager and two task force Investigators and at least one civilian financial officer from the City of
Beaumont that oversees the grant. Room price is estimated at $150 per night, ($150 x 5 x 5 = $3750) Per diem is estimated at $59 per
person per day ($59 x 5 x 5 = $1,475). These are estimates, not allocations. Only actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement.
F. Equipment
Narrative: Task Force vehicle for Beaumont Investigator, Current vehicle is a 2016 Ford F-160 with over 90,000 miles VIN:
1FTEW1CF7GKE60362, which will need to be replaced In the upcoming year.
G. Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
Narrative: Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE): Office Lease ($55,000): The current lease is for two neighboring sections
of the same building, owned by the same lessor, One section (Suite C) is office space for investigators and a portion Is garage space,
which houses a vehicle Ilft used for assistance in vehicle Inspections and / or Investigations. The other section (Suite D) Is warehouse
space for storage of seized property pending court dispositions, recovered stolen property, task force vehicles, other last( force
property, such as tools, equipment and other supplies. Based on the current lease, monthly payments are $4,407, with any potential
Increase capped at $55,000 per year. Office Utilities ($6,600): Electricity, natural gas and water utilities for the two adjacent suites (C
and D) average cost is approximately $550 per month for a total annual cost of $6,600.This Is an estimate, not an allocation. Only
actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement. Office, Field and Operational Supplies ($12,000): These funds are utilized to procure
standard office supplies such as printing paper, photo paper, digital media storage, toner, printer ink cartridges, materials for
presentations, binding services, ink pens, letterhead, business cards and other essential office supplies, This Is also for field and
operational supplies which are needed such as paper towels, degreaser, paint stripper, paint, sandpaper, sanding blocks, acid
restoration ingredients, hand cleaner, OBDII readers, computer accessories, vehicle accessories, mechanical tools, grinding wheels,
disposable gloves, Task Force logo outerwear, digital graphics, website fees, s€gnage, postage, shipping expenses, mechanical
vehicle repair during travel, certified scale fees and any other non -inventory supplies needed for task force operations or duties. This
line item Is intended as a readily accessible fund for unexpected expenses to assist the task force without budget adjustments, These
are estimates, not allocations. Only actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement. Office Phone & Data Service ($6,060) This
expense Is for the multiple business fines (office phones and Internet service) and a designated secure data line for city and county
computers. The following are estimates of average usages and are not allocations. Only actual expenses will be submitted for
reimbursement. Bait and Tracking Air Time ($1,380): The Task Force bait vehicle system will require monthly GPRS communication.
The Task Force also Intends to operate a web -based camera system and tracker that each require purchased air time. These are
estimates, not allocations. Only actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement. The Task Force has 4 "Tactltrac" Covert Trackers,
used for attaching to bait and/or target vehicles with a tracking warrant), The annual cost far' 1 Year Unlimited Tracking & Alerts and
Historical Data Retention for these 4 devices Is $499.99 per device, ($499.99 X4=$1999.96). Cell Phone Service ($3,480): Service
cost based on reasonable monthly average allowance of $40 per month. There are eight task force members, which would total
$3,840 annually. These are estimates, not allocations. Only actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement. Vehicle Lease 1 ($7,800)
& Vehicle Lease 2 are calculated at $650 per month based on a local dealer estimate for a statewide leasing program to law
enforcement agencies, The Beaumont Police Department currently provides two lease vehicles for Investigators as part of the Task
Force fleet. Vehicle Lease 1 will be submitted for reimbursement. Vehicle Lease 2 will bee shown as In -Kind Match ($7,800.00). Fuel,
Maintenance, & Repair ($50,400): Fuel costs are estimated based on 14,000 miles per year, 14 miles per gallon @ $3.06 per gallon,
totaling approximately $3,000 per vehicle per year. Oil changes and other maintenance costs are estimated at $2,600 per vehicle per
year to Include expendables such as tires, brakes, shocks, or other necessary repairs. Combining estimates result in an average cost
of $5600 per year multiplied by nine (9) vehicles totaling $50,400.Only actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement. TAVTI
Conference Registration Fees ($1200): Fees for up to six (6) taskforce members to attend the annual conference and membership
dues. Clothing allowance provided by the City of Beaumont ($4,824) in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for 6
Beaumont officers Is $804.00 per officer per year (6 x 804 = $4,824) and $840 for Polo shirts with the SETX ATTF logo at $35 per shirt
and 3 shirts per task force member (35 x 3 x 8 = $840 + $4,824 = $5,664). Only actual costs will be submitted for reimbursement.
Public Education and Awareness Billboard Campaign ($26,000) This campaign will be geared toward educating the public and
Increasing awareness of how to avoid becoming a victim of Motor Vehicle Crimes. The strategy Is to focus on motor vehicle owners,
hence the billboards, which will be in high profile areas of the freeways and roadways In the coverage area. The billboards will convey
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messages to citizens to remember and practice locking vehicles, taking valuable Items out of vehicles, especially firearms, taking keys
out of vehicles and not leaving vehicles running. The campaign will Involve rotating billboards to new locations and digital billboards.
Auto Crimes Related Training Fees wer0 $650.00,
Revenue
Indicate Source of Cash and In-Ktnd Matches for the proposed program. Click on links to go to match detail pages for entry of data.
Source of Cash Match
Grantee - City of Beaumont
Grantee
$86,200
Sub -Grantee -Jefferson County
Subgrantee
$30,000
Sub -Grantee - Port Arthur
Subgrantee
$30,000
Total Cash Match
$146,200
Source of In -Kind Match
Grantee - City of Beaumont
Grantee
$423,382,00
Total In -Kind Match
$423,382.00
Statistics to Support Grant Problem Statement
Reported Cases
2022
2023
Jurisdiction
Motor Vehicle
Theft
(MVT)
Burglary from
Motor Vehicle
(BMV)
Fraud -Related
Motor Vehicle
Crime
(FRMVC)
Motor Vehicle
Theft
(MVT)
Burglary from
Motor Vehicle
(BMV)
Fraud -Related
Motor Vehicle
Crime
(FRMVC)
Beaumont PD
361
761
7
384
883
8
Port Arthur PD
115
232
0
176
219
0
Jefferson County SO
44
62
0
61
49
0
Orange PD
46
48
0
57
54
0
Orange County SO
80
66
0
64
54
0
Hardin County SO
37
29
0
46
22
0
Jasper PD
12
28
0
12
2
0
Jasper County SO
14
14
0
27
0
0
Lumberton PD
9
28
0
12
12
0
Groves PD
22
24
0
25
19
0
Nederland PD
32
51
0
-.18
28
0
Silsbee PD
5
0
0
17
0
0
Sour Lake PD
2
1
0
1
1
0
Kountze PD
6
1
0
2
4
0
Port Neches PD
24
29
0
3
17
0
Lamar University PD
1
0
0
1
0
0
West Orange PD
5
0
0
6
2
0
Vldor PD
26
27
0
24
10
0
Pinehurst PD
5
0
0
3
0
0
Bridge City
10
10
0
8
6
0
Application Narrative
Grant Introduction (Executive Summary) and: General information
1.1 Briefly describe the organization and program operation. Provide a high level summaryto the application and how it will affect the
local community. (500 words or less)
Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force, established In 1993, operates across Jefferson, Orange, Hardin, and Jasper Counties,
combining the efforts of the Beaumont Police Department, Port Arthur Police Department, and Jefferson County Sherlff's Office to
combat motor vehicle crimes. The mission focuses on reducing vehicle theft and burglary, recovering stolen property, and enhancing
community safety. Central to the success of the task force, Is the strategy of Intelligence gathering and analysis, developing suspects
through meticulous case Intake processes, and using information from law enforcement agencies and the community. By analyzing
crime patterns and trends, the Task Force acts decisively using surveillance, covert operations, and collaborations with otherlaw
enforcement entities. The task force integrates internet sources, participates In the Crime Stoppers program, and uses media to
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extend Investigative reach. Preventive measures include regular inspections of salvage and repair businesses and conducting
V7"R68(A) inspections to detect stolen vehicles, disrupting potential criminal activittes. Community engagement and education are key
components, with the Task Force participating in community events and offering presentations to educate citizens on vehicle crime
prevention. Billboard campaigns disseminate practical tips to reduce theft and burglary. Close collaboration with the judicial system
ensuring cases are thoroughly investigated and presented to the DA's Office, for- the highest possible punishment of offenders. The
sustained efforts of the Task Force significantly impact the communities by reducing motor vehicle crimes, ensuring thorough
investigations, and educating the public. The dedication of task force personnel fosters a safer environment for residents and
businesses. The Task Force's comprehensive approach and collaborative spirit are vital in maintaining and improving the quality of life
in Southeast Texas. The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force 1s a great example of effective law enforcement collaboration,
demonstrating how a multi -faceted strategy can reduce crime and enhance community safety.
1,2 Describe the taskforce governing, organization and command structures. Include a description of the nature of support and
agreements that will be In place If the grant Is awarded. Provide any details unique to, the taskforce organization or geographical
target area. Describe whether any part of this grant will be directed to serve a specific target population (or Subset of the community)?
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force is a part of the Beaumont Police Department Criminal Investigations Division. There Is a
Captain of the Division, with Lieutenants over the units In the Division. The Auto Theft Task Force has a Lieutenant over the unit, that
is also designated as the Commander/Program Director. The Lieutenant is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the Auto Theft
Task Force and the grant, The Task Force Commander has a Sergeant that is designated as the Supervisor/Program Manager, The
Sergeant Is responsible for case assignments, monthly reports, quarterly progress reports and all other daily / weekly / monthly
supervisory duties pertaining to case Investigations, proposed activities or operations which further the grant goals and ensure that
they are met. Investigators are responsible for case Investigations and all other duties that are assigned, There are four investigators
from the Beaumont Police Department, one Investigator from the Jefferson County SherliTs Department and one Investigator from the
Port Arthur Police Department. There will be lnterloeal agreements In place with each of the four counties included In the coverage
area, as well as the participating sub -grantee Departments; the Jefferson County Sheriffs Department and the Port Arthur Police
Department. There will also be letters of agreement with the District Attorneys of each county to the coverage area. The four -courtly
project area is comprised of numerous communities and according to the most recent US Census estimate (2020) the counties have
a combined population of approximately 430,000, with nearly 60% residing in Jefferson County. The four -county project area is in the
southeast corner of the state, with a combined area of 2,361 square miles, There are 20 local law enforcement agencies In the
coverage area. The major roadways which bisect the coverage area are as follows; Interstate 10 goes directly through Orange and
Jefferson Counties and Is the major southern coast to coast interstate highway in the United States. Highway 90 Is also a major
highway which cuts through the center of the City of Beaumont east to west. State Highway 105 also comes through Beaumont from
the northwest. Highway 69/96/287 Is the major north south highway coming directly through Jasper and Hardin counties into
Beaumont and Port Arthur, There Is also Highway 70, which Is south of Beaumont closer to the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and runs
from Winnie, TX to near Orange, TX. The Port of Beaumont, the Port of Port Arthur and the Port of Orange are also In the coverage
area. The Coverage area is bounded by the Gulf of Mexico to the south and the Sabine River to the East, abutting the Louisiana state
line in Orange County. The Neches Riverls the waterway that is the eastern boundary of the City of Beaumont and empties into the
Sabine River near the Gulf of Mexico. Beaumont is the largest city along Interstate 10 between Houston and Baton Rouge, LA. The
Beaumont area Is also the 6th most densely populated area In the State. The City of Beaumont has a population of 115,013, The
estimated daytime population, according to TxDoT (Beaumont Commuting Area Reports Portal), swells to '135,805. That Influx of
20,792 also brings more vehicles Into the city Increasing the number of vehicles that become targets of Motor Vehicle Crimes. There
are over 100,000 vehicles per day that pass through the city ilmits of Beaumont on Interstate 10, (TXDOT TTP Web VlewerAADT)
TXDOT reported there were over 390,000 vehicles registered within our four -county coverage area In 2023. More than half of these
vehicles are in Jefferson County, which Is primarily urban and suburban areas. The four -county project area had 856 vehicle thefts
reported far2022 and 946 vehicle thefts reported for 2023. (Numbers obtained from DPS Index Crimes On -Line) These numbers
show an Increase of 9, 5% from 2022 to 2023. Much of this Increase can be attributed to Kia / Hyundai motor vehlcle thefts. There
were 1,411 auto burglaries reported In the project area In 2022 and 1,382 auto burglaries reported in 2023. These numbers (obtained
from all agencies in the coverage area) show a 2% decrease for 2022 through 2023. The four -county project area had 531 vehicles
that suffered Catalytic Converter thefts for 2022 and 119 Catalytic Converter thefts reported for 2023. (Numbers obtained from project
area agencies that had accurate records of Catalytic Converter thefts) These numbers totaled for the two year period are 1, 802 Motor
Vehicle Thefts; •2, 793 Auto Burglaries and 650 Catalytic Converter Thefts. According to Texas Department of Licensing and
Regulation records, there are 11 licensed Metal Recycling Entities in the four -county coverage area. There are 12 Used Auto Parts
Recyclers in the four -county coverage area. The entire population of the coverage area will be served by the task force. The amount
of service will be dictated by the need for assistance from agencies in the coverage area, investigations that lead to different specific
areas and on the rise or fall In the frequency of Motor Vehicle Thefts and Theft from a Motor Vehicle, Including Auto Burglaries, In that
specific community or geographic area.
Grant Problem Statement
2.1 Provide an assessment of the burglary from a motor vehicle (including theft of parts) problem In the coverage area of this applicatlon.
Include loss data consistent with the reported Incident numbers above.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force Coverage area reported for 2022-2023 that [lie four -county project area had 1,411 auto
burglaries reported In the project area In 2022 and 1,382 auto burglaries reported In 2023, These numbers (obtained from all agencies
In the coverage area) show a 2% decrease for 2022 through 2023. The four -county project area had 531 vehicles that suffered
Catalytic Converter thefts for 2022 and 119 Catalytic Converter thefts reported for 2023. (Numbers obtained from project area
agencies that had accurate records of Catalytic Converter thefts) These numbers totaled for the two year period (2022-2023) are
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2,793 Auto Burglaries and 660 Catalytic Converter Thefts, for a total of 3,443 Burglary ofa Motor Vehicle and Theft from a Motor
Vehicle cases. Though the overall rate of Burglary of a motor Vehicle shows to have declined by about 2%, this slight downturn does
not Illustrate, that Burglary of a Motor Vehicle cases have become more targeted. The actors in a large portion of these crimes are
targeting firearms. Another large portion was !Qa/Hyundaf attempted thefts. There were 170 firearms stolen In 2022, with 92% taken
from unlocked vehicles; and 152 stolen in 2023, with 84% taken from unlocked vehicles. There were 101 attempted Kla /Hyundai
thefts In 2023, this accounts for 11 % of all BMWs reported in 2023, The auto burglary trends that have been noted in the past still
remain the same, Unlocked car doors are the vast majority of the auto burglaries reported and firearms, cash, electronics, purses,
backpacks and credit cards are all higher priority targets. Between January 1st and April 251h, Justin tlta City of Beaumont, there were
271 auto burglaries reported and 58 firearms were reported stolen from those Incidents. That means more than twenty percent of the
auto burglaries reported thus far in 2023, Involved the theft ofa firearm. Only 10 of ilia auto burglaries reported, where firearms were
taken, involved forced entry. That means more than 85% of all firearms taken In auto burglaries were taken from unlocked vehicles.
Predatory theft from vehicles has declined in the project area. These actors are generally from fire Houston area and when Houston
and Harris County see increases so does the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force, Offenders targeting victims using outdoor
exercise venues, by sitting In the parking lots of these facilities such as parks, Hike and Bit(& trails and gym parking lots, have
dropped off somewhat, The -so incidents targeted mainly, purses, wallets, and cash, as well as other valuables, The offenders use the
same Predatory method, watching potential victims park, then waiting to see Ira wallet or purse was hidden while they observed. The
offenders would then either walk over and look In Ilia vehicle, or drive over and park next to the victims vehicle using the vehicles as
concealment. Once the vehicle was entered, generally by breaking the glass, the actors would take the property and leave the area. If
there were credit cards, the actors would go to nearby stores and make fraudulent purchases. Many times the victim would receive
notifications on their phones of the transactions, while they were still exercising. Task Force investigators coflaborate with the
Beaumont Police Department Fraud Unit In these Investigations in an effort to Identify these actors. This type of predatory theft has
continued, though It has dropped off substantially during the past year.
Juveniles continue to be a pervasive problem, working In groups and "Car -Hopping" through parking tots and neighborhoods. These
juvenile offenders are responsible for a large amount of tite firearm thefts and as stated In the past, difficult to Identify and very rarely
serve any time in a correctional facility. These stolen firearms have been and are being used In drive -by shootings and other juvenile
gang violence.
The Southeast TexasAuto Theft Task Force works diligently with the Juvenile Division of the Beaumont Police Department and has
had good success by collaborating on the Juvenile crime Issue, pertaining to the motor vehicle crime problem In the area. This,
however, is an on -going issue which Is perpetuated every year with new offenders and repeat offenders as they become adults.
2.2 Provide an assessment of the motor vehicle theft problem In the coverage area of this application, Include loss data consistent with
the reported incident numbers above.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force coverage area did experience an Increase In Motor Vehicle Theft between 2022 and
2023. There were 856 Motor Vehicle Thefts reported In the coverage area In 2022 and 946 were reported In 2023, This is
approximately a 9.5% increase In reported Motor Vehicle Thefts. The primary cause of the increase was due to the large Increase In
Kla /Hyundai Motor Vehicle Thefts. There were 131 We /Hyundal auto thefts reported in Beaumont for 2023. This comprises 32% of
all UUMV's reported. These thefts were predominantly Involving Juvenile groups/gangs that targeted Kla /Hyundai vehicles. These
offenders were using the vehicles for other crimes as well. Many of these Juvenile actors were Identified and apprehended with the
assistance of the task force and collaboration with file otheragencies in the coverage area. This Issue has been addressed by Task
Force personnel to maintaining a constant intelligence exchange with the Juvenile division of the Beaumont Police Department, In
order to target and Identify these Juvenile actors, The majority of the other thefts reported are with keys, or proximity key FOB's left in
the vehicle: The Task force Is using FLOCK LPR/Cameras along with other LPL's; such as the Axon Camera System that the
Beaumont Police Department now has in all patrol Units. These cameras are also LPL's and are monitored together in the Beaumont
Police Departments Real Time Crime Center (RTCC). The RTCC also provides analysis of data and data mining to the task force
relating to auto theft and burglary, as well as, theft from vehicles. The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task force has worked extensively
with the Jefferson County DA's Office as well as file other Counties DA's Ofllces and has made headway in getting cases that have
been presented, accepted by the DA's In the coverage area. The real Issue Is getting sentencing commensurate with the crimes.
Convictions on good cases are occurring, the length of the terms of confinement are not increasing overall, creating the "In -and Out"
for offenders of Motor Vehicle Crimes. The same holds true in the Juvenile system. Motor Vehicle Thefts disrupt everyday life for the
working man and women In the communities that the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force serves. The citizens not only feel less
secure, they are also forced Into circumstances that cause them to miss work, the ability to get their children to school, even being
able to get food for their families, Businesses also suffer from the Inability to continue providing the services that they would normally
supply, thereby affecting other businesses as well, causing a domino effect and In some instances, crippling a business or
Independent businessman, whose sole means of providing the service Is Ilia vehicle that was stolen, This equates to an enormous
economic Impact on the citizens and businesses in the coverage area.
2.3 Provide an assessment of the fraud -related motor vehicle crime problem In the coverage area of this application. Include loss data
consistent with the reported incident numbers above.
The Southeast TexasAuto Theft Task Force has not noticed an Increase in Fraud Related Motor Vehicle Crimes over the past years.
There were some title frauds, some insurance frauds and VIN frauds (Clones from out of the area). The 2022 grant year showed only
seven fraud cases Investigated by the task force. There were 6 FRMVC cases that ilia Task Force worked In 2023 grant year. The
most recent cases Involved "Cloned" vehicles from outside the coverage area. These types of cases seem to be on the rise and
involve vehicles from the Houston area as well. The dealerships In the coverage area have mainly dealt with "Key FOB Swaps", and
rarely have any fraudulent purchases, though a few have occurred, With the increase of internet sales from dealershlps, remarkably,
tills area has seen very few cases arise from these sales, Title frauds have been minimal and almost all of the cases In the past have
been vehicles purchased In Houston and brought to the Beaumont area to be registered, where It was discovered that the title(s) were
In fact fraudulent.
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2.4 Provide an assessment of motor vehicle crime not covered above like Insurance fraud, preventing stolen vehicles from entering
Mexico, bridge/port stolen vehicle export crime, disruption of cartels and organized criminal enterprises related to motor vehicle crime,
etc...
The Port of Beaumont has its own Police Department as well as the Jefferson County Marine Unit and the U.S. Coast Guard, which
patrols fire Port of Beaumont and the Neches and Sabine Rivers. These rlvers are the inlets from the Gulf of Mexico which actually
puts the Pori of Beaumont, 42 miles inland and is still a deep water Port. The Poll of Beaumont is also served by three rat/ carriers,
BNSF Kansas City Southern and Union Pacific. The Port of Beaumont is primarily a bulk cargo port, meaning very few If any vehicles
go through the port for transport. The vehicles that do go through the port are almost exclusively U.S. Military vehicles. The Port of
Beaumont is one of the main ports In Ilia nation used for Military equipment transportation due to Its location on the Gulf of Mexico
and it Is Ilia Headquarters for the U.S. Army's 842nd Transportation Battalion, which specializes /n port logistics. The Southeast Texas
Auto Theft task Force has a working relationship with the Port Police and are rarely, if ever, called upon by them In regard to a vehicle
of interest. This Is due to Ilia type of cargo that enters and exits the port.
Grant Goals and Activities
There are two parts to this section: 1) Functions of Proposed Program and 2) Goals Strategies and Activities (GSA). In the following
boxes, describe the functions of the proposed program and then complete a tillable form called GSA.
MVCPA programs must completely describe the actions, methods and tactics that law enforcement and civilian staff will perform for each
of the categories below. Describe the reliance on technology or other program elements to solve the problem statement above and goals
below. Functions must be detailed and consistent with the requested budget. If a grant Is awarded, funds expended towards activities not
described In this section will result in the reimbursement being denied.
Part 1
8.1 Functions of the proposed program related to burglary from a motor vehicle (Including theft of parts)
Vehicle / Catalytic Convertor Theft
Strategy. Reduce the Incidence of Burglary of Motor Vehicle and Theft From
Goals, - Identify and Target Offenders and Prolific Offenders - Collect intelligence - Collaborate with Law Enforcement Agencies and
other Organizations - Community Crime Prevention Campaign
Activities: Identify and target Offenders and Prolific Offenders: Offenders In motor vehicle burglary and theft from a motor vehicle will
be identified through analysis of incoming offense reports, intelligence gained from arrests, informants, other law enforcement
agencies, surveillance observations, bait vehicle operations, repair shop Inspections, salvage yard Inspections, metal recycler
Inspections, as well as, parts resale location Inspections. The Beaumont Police Department Real Time Crime Center, Is also used to a
degree to determine patterns or trends in these offenses. The offenders will be the target of investigations based on the method of the
crime, types of vehicles burglarized, property taken, geographical location of the crimes and any Information or evidence pointing to or
linking them to the ertme(s). Covert operations will be used to target burglary of a motor vehicle offenders, such as, buys of stolen
property from auto burgtarles, Batt Operations and predatory theft ('lugger") bait operations, to Identify and determine if there Is an
organized criminal enterprise involved. Catalytic Converter Theft will be addressed as well. FLOCK Cameras and LPR's will be
utilized as well as the Real Time Crime Center to collect and analyze data within time frames and determine If there Is a viable
suspect vehicle and or actor. intelligence collection, analysis and collaboration with other law enforcement agencles, In and out of the
coverage area will be essential. Developing relationships with privately owned businesses, in and out of the coverage area, that deal
in catalytic convertersales orpurchases, will be neoded In order to obtain Information or intelligence on potential or confirmed actors
in these thefts. That type of networking Is already In place and work is being done to expand those contacts.
Collaboration with other law enforcement agencies and other organizations: Collaboration with law enforcement agencies in and out
of the project area and other MVCPA Auto Theft Task Faces to determine crime trends, patterns, suspected offenders and recover
stolen property, through intelligence sharing. This Includes Information orintelfigonce Involving juvenile offenders. Assisi other
agencies with auto crime cases, which Involve Burglary of a Motor Vehicle or Theft of Property or Parts from a Motor Vehicle. This
collaboration will be necessary in determining if the crimes are being committed by an organized ring, if it is one Individual or a crime
of opportunily. The collaboration would include the District Attorney's Offices in the jurisdictions affected, to help them understand the
scope and importance of the crlme(s) and provide any additional Information that might be needed to properly prosecute the
offender(s) for maximum result.
Community Crime Prevention and Awareness Is a component of the overall program. Information and Instruction for the public Is
important to aid In the prevention of even one auto related crime. The Task Force will continue the efforts to educate the public In as
many forums as are available; Neighborhood Association Meetings, Civic Organizations, Citizens Police Academy, Media Interviews,
Police /Community Events, and Public Service Announcements through Ilia Beaumont Police Department, along with Social Media
and a Billboard advertising Motor Crimes Prevention campaign. The billboard advertising campaign will be as high profile as possible,
focusing on Prevention tips to reduce burglary of a motor vehicle and presenting constant reminder via the billboards. The goal will be
educating the public on locking vehicles, removing items of value, especially firearms, as well as personal identification, taking the
keys out of the vehicle and learning how to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of a Motor Vehicle Crime. This strategy will be to
give constant reminders of Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention by a saturation of messages via billboards which specifically target motor
vehicle owners in high profile areas along major freeways, and roadways In the coverage area, concentrating on the highest
populated areas where exposure will reach the biggest audience.
3.2 Functions of the proposed program related to motor vehicle theft.
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The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will employ multiple Strategies, Goals and Activities to reduce the Incidence of Motor
Vehicle Theft In a comprehensive program to confront and reduce the problem.
Strategy; Reduce the Incidence of Motor Vehicle Theft
Goals, - Identify and Target Offenders and Prolific Offenders - Collect Intelligence - Collaborate with Law Enforcement Agencies and
other organizations - Community Crime Prevention Campaign
Activities, identify and target Offenders and Prolific Offenders; Offenders Involved in motor vehicle theft will be Identified through
Intelligence gained from offense reports, arrests, informants, other law enforcement agencies, surveillance observations, bait vehicle
operations, use of the LPR systems, such as, FLOCK Cameras and LPR's; such as the Axon Camera system which acts as an LPR
and are Installed on all Beaumont Police Department patrol vehicles, will be utilized, as well as, the Real Time Crime Center to collect
and analyze data within time frames and determine If there is a viable suspect and/ or actor. Intelligence collection, analysis and
collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, In and out of the coverage area will be essential, repair shop Inspections, used car
dealership inspections, salvage yard Inspections, metal recycler Inspections, as well as parts resale location Inspections. The
offenders would be the target of Investigations based on the method of the crime, types of vehicles stolen, other properly talsen,
geographical location of the crimes and any information or evidence pointing to or linking thorn to the crime(s). -The utilization of covert
operations, such as surveillance of offenders and buys of stolen vehicles and/or parts to determine the origin and assist in the
identification of other offenders or chop shops. The use of legally obtained search warrants for places, things, phones, phone records
and other data bases will be employed to thoroughly Investigate the cases, as well as tracking orders and other surveillance
techniques as needed.
Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and other organizations; Collaborate with law enforcement agencies in and out of
the project area, to determine crime trends, patterns, suspected offenders and recover stolen vehicles and other properly, through
intelligence sharing, Including juvenile offenders. Assist other agencies with auto crime cases, which involve Theft of a Motor Vehicle,
or Theft of Component Parts from a Motor Vehicle. This collaboration will be necessary In determining If the crimes are being
committed by an organized ring, if it is one Individual, ora crime of opportunity. The collaboration would Include the District Attorney's
Offices In the jurisdictions affected, In order to help them understand the scope and importance of the crime(s), and provide any
additional Information that might be needed to properly prosecute the offender(s) formaxlmum result. The collaboration would also
Include working with other MVCPA Auto Theft Task forces, N1CB and Insurance companies on Insurance fraud cases, cargo thefts,
and cloned or altered vehicles. it would also entall working with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and local tax offices on
fraudulent titles, and conducting 68A Inspections, to determine If vehicles are stolen.
Community Crime Prevention and Awareness Is a component of the overall program. Information and instruction for the public 1s
Important to aid In the prevention of even one auto related crime. The Task Force will continue the efforts to educate the public in as
many forums as are available; Neighborhood Association Meetings, Civic Organizations, Citizens Police Academy, Media Interviews,
Police /Communfty Events, and Public Service Announcements through the Beaumont Police Department, along with Social Media
and a billboard advertising campaign. The billboard advertising campaign will be as high profile as possible, focusing an Prevention
tips to reduce Motor Vehicle Theft, presenting constant reminders via the billboards. The goal will be educating the public on locking
vehicles, removing items of value, especially firearms, as welt as personal identification, taking the keys out of the vehicle and
learning how to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of a Motor Vehicle Crime. This strategy will be to give constant reminders of
Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention by a saturation of messages via billboards, which specifically target motor vehicle owners, In high
profile areas along major freeways, and roadways In the coverage area, concentrating on the highest populated areas where
exposure will reach the biggest audience. Messages that Inform citizens and citizens will hopefully practice, taking the keys out of
their vehicles, not leaving their vehicles running unattended, locking their vehicles and not•leaving Important personal identification
andlor vehicle titles In the vehicle. This would Include not buying vehicles without a title.
3.3 Functions of the proposed program related to fraud -related motor vehicle crime (such as title and registration fraud)
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will Identify and Target Offenders and Prolific Offenders Involved In Fraud Related Motor
Vehicle Crimes. These actors will be identified through Intelligence gained from arrests, informants, other Law Enforcement Agencies
and Anonymous Tips with corroboration of Ilia Information received. The Task Force will utiltze LPR's and data -mining to Develop and
identify Offenders, as well as, 68(A) inspections and NICB.
The Offenders will be Targets of Investigations based on the Method of the crime, types of vehicles stolen, where the vehicle Is
recovered and any Information pointing to or finking the offender(s) to the crime(s). The Tasir Force will utlUze covert operations to
target offenders of these crimes, to Include buying stolen vehicles using the Internet, using undercover operatives to target Fraud -
Related Motor Vehicle Theft offenders. The objective of these investigations will be to Identify, arrest and charge the actors, as well as
determining If there is a criminal nexus to any organized criminal enterprises, which would broaden the investigations to reveal as
many offenders as possible. The use of legally obtained search warrants for places, things, phones, phone records and other data
bases will be employed to thoroughly Investigate the cases, as well as tracking orders and other surveillance techniques as needed.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will Collaborate will) Law Enforcement Agencies both In and out of the Project area,
Other MVCPA State Task Forces, Tax Offices, TXDMV, NICB and Insurance Companies to ascertain crime trends, patterns,
suspected offenders, recoverstolen vehicles, property and share Intelligence. The collaboration will Include assisting other law
enforcement agencies with Motor Vehicle Thefts. By doing so, essential Intelligence and Information can be used to determine If the
crimes are being committed by Individual or an Organized Criminal Network. The Task Force will also collaborate with District
Attorney's Offices in the affected jurisdictions to help them understand the scope and Importance of the crime(s) and provide
additional Information or expertise that would aid In the effective prosecution of the offender to provide a positive outcome for the
victims, the community, the State of Texas and Insurance companies as well.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will also conduct Law Enforcement and Community Education Awareness Presentations /
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Classes. The purpose of the presentations for Law Enforcement would be to Increase their !knowledge and awareness of Fraud -
Related motor vehicle crime Information, pertaining to trends in fraudulent titles, Registration Fraud, Insurance Fraud, Odometer
Fraud, Vin Fraud and Identify Fraud Sales. The information presented to Law Enforcement officers will deal directly with detection and
prevention of Fraud -Related Motor Vehicle Crimes. This would also allow officers to relay information to citizens personally and further
educate the community about methods to avoid becoming a victim of a Fraud -Related Motor Vehicle Crime.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task force has established a good working relationship and rapport with the community that we have
served over that last 30 years. The Community Presentations would be used to strengthen that relationship and establish new
contacts. Updated, relevant information pertaining to steps citizens can take to avoid becoming a victim of a fraud -related motor
vehicle crime, would be presented In an effort to educate the community. This education would help reduce incidences of this type of
crime. Things such as, always get a Illle and took closely at the title when purchasing vehIclas from individuals and even dealerships.
Also, if the deal looks too good to be true, it usually is. Other things would pertain to how the purchase, such as an Internet sale,
should be handled to avoid not just fraud, but bodily harm. Driving to pickup an Internet purchase with a large quantity of cash at a
location of the sellers choosing is always a very bad Idea. -The task force would strive to stress the importance of safety and legality to
avoid becoming a victim.
3A Functions of the proposed program related to preventing motor vehicle crime (motor vehicle theft, burglary from a motor vehicle and
fraud -related motor vehicle crime)
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force will continue to reach out to the communities in the project area In an effort to Increase
the awareness and educate the public on the varlous types of motor vehicle crimes. The focus will remain, as It has been In the past,
to instruct citizens in ways to avoid becoming a victim.
Motor Vehicle Theft The public will be educated In the manners in which a vehicle can be stolen, without giving away Instructions on
how to steal a vehicle. Leaving keys or FOB s In vehicles, leaving a vehicle running and unattended, loaning a vehicle and owning a
vehicle that is prone to, or easily stolen, are all methods for theft of a vehicle. Keys felt in vehicles are the highest percentage of Motor
Vehicle Thefts and reiterating this point to the public Is a priority. Making sure all keys are accounted for and not leaving a spare in the
vehicle. Taking the keys out of the vehicle every time It is left and making sure it is locked. Leaving a vehicle running to warm It up, or
cool it off, unattended; Leaving a vehicle running at the store unattended, or leaving the keys laying around In a public place where
others have access to them will also be stressed. Vehicles that are prone to being stolen, such as older model trucks, where the
steering column can be broken and the vehicle will start. Ideas for steering wheel immobilizing bars could be used, such as the old
school "Club`. Newer model vehicles such as Kle and Hyundai's can also use a "Club", but more Importantly, there are now updates
for these vehicles that will prevent easy thefts, which many In the public are not aware of. Presentations to citizens will be conducted
in numerous forums, such as using the local media interviews, social media, Neighborhood Association Meetings, Civic group
meetings, Church group meetings, Cops and Kids events and Public Service Announcements and a billboard advertising campaign
stressing the Importance of locking your vehicle, taking valuables from the vehicle, especially firearms and never leaving the keys in
the vehicle or leaving the vehicle running unattended.
Burglary of a Motor Vehicle The public will educated on the importance of taking valuables, especially firearms, out of the vehicle,
leaving nothing In view from the outside of the vehicle, locking the vehicle and taking the keys. The public will receive instruction on
personal safety as well. When parking a vehicle, paying attention to the surroundings, parking in well /it or visible areas. Ensuring that
when they arrive, they thought ahead and hid or removed any items of value that are not going with them. Predators will wait in
parking lots at the mall, gym, grocery store, hike and bike trails, parks, soccer fields, gas pumps or any other place to watch for a
victim to hide their purse, laptop, or other items of value after arriving and walk away. The Predator now ]mows exactly what was
hidden and where. When leaving a financial Institution victims often walk out with envelopes In theirhand. These predators are
watching and will follow these victims to their first stop and as soon as the victim walks away, the offenders will strike and take the
money that the victim just received. Paying attention to the surroundings, especially when leaving or arriving to a destination will be
stressed. Presentations to citizens will be conducted in numerous forums, such as using the local media Interviews, social media,
Neighborhood Association Meetings, Civic group meetings, Church group meetings, Cops and Kids events and Public Service
Announcements and a billboard Motor Vehicle Crimes Prevention advertising campaign, focusing on locking vehicles, taking
valuables out of the vehicle, especially firearms; never leaving the keys In the vehicle or leaving the vehicle running unattended. The
billboards, which will be In high profile areas along freeways and roadways In the coverage area, will target motor vehicle owners and
users as they are driving the roadways of the coverage area. The billboards will be rotated and digital billboards will also be
employed.
Fraud Related Motor Vehicle Crimes; Updated, relevant information pertaining to steps citizens can take to avoid becoming a victim of
a fraud -related motor vehicle crime, would be presented In an effort to educate the community. This education would help reduce
Incidences of this type of crime. Things such as, always get a title and look closely at the title when purchasing vehicles from
Individuals and even dealerships, Also, If the deal looks too good to be true, It usually is. Other things would pertain to how the
purchase, such as an Internet sale, should be handled to avoid not Just fraud, but bodily harm. Driving to pick-up an internet purchase
with a large quantity of cash at a location of (lie sellers choosing !s always a very bad Idea. The task force would strive to stress the
Importance of safety and legality to avoid becoming a victim. Presentations to citizens will be conducted In numerous forums, such as
using the local media for televised/radio interviews, social media, Neighborhood Association Meetings, Civic group meetings, Church
group meetings, Cops and Kids events and Public Service Announcements.
3.5 Functions of the proposed program for other motor vehicle crimes investigations and activities consistent with the statutory
requirements (preventing stolen vehicles from entering Mexico, stopping illegal export of stolen vehicle from bridge/ outbound port
operations, disruption of cartel or organized criminal enterprises using stolen motor vehicles or fraud related motor vehicle crime,
Insurance fraud, etc...)
a Port of Beaumont has Its own Police Department as well as the Jefferson County Marine Unit and the U.S. Coast Guard, which
patrols the Port of Beaumont and the Neches and Sabine Rivers. These rivers are the Inlets from the Gulf of Mexico which actually
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puts the Port of Beaumont, 42 miles Inland and Is still a deep water Port. The Port of Beaumont Is also served by three rail carriers,
BNSI , Kansas City Southern and Union Pacific. The Port of Beaumont Is primarily a bulk cargo port, meaning very few if any vehicles
go through the port for transport. The vehicles that do go through the port are almost exclusively U.S. Military vehicles. The Port of
Beaumont Is one of the main ports In the nation used for Military equipment transportation due to its location on the Gulf of Mexico
and it is the Headquarters for the U.S. Army's 842nd Transportation Battalion, which specializes in port logistics. The Southeast Texas
Auto Theft task Force has a working relationship with the Port Pollee and are rarely, if ever, called upon by them In regard to a vehicle
of Interest. This Is due to the type of cargo that enters and exits the port.
3.6 Collaboration Effort -- Describe the taskforce method to collaborate, and not duplicate existing activities. Describe the cross
boundaries regional approach to grant activity Implementation. Describe how the applicant staff and Jurisdiction will coordinate with
other taskforces and law enforcement agencies to Implement this program.
The Southeast Texas Auto Theft Test( Force, for the last 31 years, has established long -running working relationships with all of the
law enforcement agencies In the coverage area, as well as, taskforces and multiple other law enforcement agencies In the State of
Texas, as well as the Federal Justice system. The reputation of the Southeast Texas Auto Theft Task Force /s one of dedication,
expertise and willingness to help throughout the region, state and even other states. Intelligence sharing and assistance to outside
agencies, both. in and out of the Project area, has created and strengthened these relationships and friendships. The Southeast Texas
Auto Theft Task Force has always set the bar high and prioritized the relationships, which are reciprocal. The task force continues to
strive to be the best arid most reliable task force for assistance and expertise In any type of motor vehicle crime, by constantly striving
to he informed of the latest and most accurate motor vehicle crime trends. This expertise extends beyond law enforcement to Judicial
agencies as well. The relationships with the four county coverage area DislrictAllornoy's Offices are good and cooperation is the
"norm" on both sides. These collaborations have involved numerous cases of organized criminal activity as well as Individuals and
these relationships continue and grow stronger The Task Force will also collaborate with numerous other state agencies, such as
TXDMV, DPS, tax offices and other task forces throughout the state, These collaborations will include 68(A) inspections, title frauds at
tax offices, TXDMV field offices and registration Issues and crimes that will arise from those agencies. Communication and
Intelligence sharing with law enforcement and multiple points of contact within the task force, enable the task force to work with other
task forces other law enforcement and civilian services related to working on motor vehicle crimes. This communication ensures that
duplication of lasks is kept to a minimum.
3.7 If the proposed application requests any exceptions or deviation from any general grant rules, RFA conditions or grant administrative
policy, please Indicate in the section below. Indicate the section of the specific Issue and citation that you are asking the MVCPA to
consider and the rational for the request.
There are no exceptions or deviations requested at this time.
Part 11
Goals, Strategies, and Activities
Select Goats, Strategies, and Activity Targets for the proposed program.
011ck on the link above and select the method by which statutory measures will be collected. Law Enforcement programs must also
estimate targets for the MVCPA predetermined activities. The MVCPA board has determined that grants programs must document
specific activities that are appropriate under each of the three goals. Applicants are allowed to write a limited number of user defined
activities.
ID Activity Measure target
Statutory Motor Vehicle Theft Measures Required for all Grantees,
1.1.15 Increase the recovery rate of stolen motor Report the number of vehicles recovered by taskforce
vehicles
1,1 J6 Increase the clearance rate of MVTs Report the number of MVT cases cleared
1.1.17 Increase the number of persons arrested Report the number of persons arrested for motor vehicle theft by taskforce
for motor vehicle theft
Statutory Burglary of a Motor Vehicle Measures Required for all Grantees
2.1.12 Increase the clearance rate of motor Report the number of BMV Including parts cases cleared
vehicle burglaries
2.1.13 Increase the number of persons arrested Report the number of persons arrested for burglary by taskforce
for motor vehicle burglary
Statutory Fraud -Related Motor Vehicle Crime. Measures Required for all Grantees
8.1.1 Increase the clearance rate of fraud -related Report the number of fraud-reiated motor vehicle cases cleared
motor vehicle crime cases.
8.1.2 Increase the number of persons arrested Report the number of persons arrested for fraud related motor vehicle crimes
for fraud -related motor vehicle crimes.
Measures for Grantees, Add 'target values for those that you will measure.
1 Goal 1: Reduce the Incidence of Motor Vehicle Theft through Enforcement Strategies
1.1 Strategy 1: Conduct Activities that Result in the Arrest, Clearance, and Recoveries of Motor Vehicle Theft
1,1 A Identify groups of auto theft offenders Number of MVT groups Identified. Include gangs, cartels or other criminal 15
through Intelligence gathering, crime enterprise with two or more members
analysis and the use of Informants
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Measure
Ta rget
1.1.2 Identify and document/record prolific MVT
Number Identified/documented offenders
15
offenders [Prolific Is defined as "linked to
MVT offenses three or more times"]
1,1.5 Conduct Inspections of local businesses
Number of businesses inspected
40
related to vehicle enterprise (transportation
code or occupation code authorized
companies such as salvage yard, repair
shop, parts recycling center, used car
dealership, salvage rebutlder, title service
company, other). (see 1.3.3 to report the
number of vehicles inspected in these
businesses)
1.4.6 Conduct bait vehicle operations that target
Number of bait vehicle deployments. include BMV bait operations here.
12
MVT offenders
1.1.8 Deploy license plate readers (LPR)
Number of,times LPR deployed. Deploy: If stationary unit then total number of
days or partial days unit was operable and on. Mobile unit number of days the
unit was on and operable.
1.1.5 Respond to taskforce license plate reader
Number of times Investigators responded to taskforce LPR alert notifications
(LPR) alert notifications
regardless of whether vehicle was located
1.1,12 Conduct covert operations targeting MVT
Number of covert operations
2
offenders
1.1.13 Conduct warrant "round -up" operations
Number of warrant round -up operations performed for MVT, BMV and
targeting motor vehicle crime offenders,
FRMVC.
Including people wanted for MV1b, motor
vehicle burglaries, theft of vehicle parts and
motor vehicle fraud related crime.
1.4.20 Number of Altered Vehicles Recovered
Report the total number of vehicles recovered with altered Vehicle
Identification Number. Note: Please remember that a vehicle recovered must
be reported In 1,1.15
1.2 Strategy 2: Conduct Collaborative Efforts that Result In Reduction of Incidents of Motor Vehicle Theft
1.2.1 Provide Agency Assists for MVT and motor
Number of agency assists related to MVT. Assist means responding or
100
vehicle related fraud
answering questions via phone, a -mall, or in person. Providing
recommendation, guidance, strategy, support or Information that other
LEDs will use to resolve their cases, The assist generally does not have
the direct responsibility for an investigation nor uses LEO authority. The
assist helps another LEO or agency Investigate cases. Analysts and
civilian employees will record their assists to outside LEOs and
agencies met here along with officers.
1.2.2 Collaborate with other units or divisions
Number of times collaborated within departments or SOs participating in
100
(i.e. homicide, vice, narcotics, etc.) within
taskforce related to MVT. Collaboration means physically using law
the taskforce departments) where a
enforcement resources, tactics and authority to perform activity on cases that
Motor vehicle was used In the commission
draw upon or aid In the investigation Intended to further the resolution of any
of the crime (includes identification of
case, identify parties to crime, Identify vehicles, Interview witnesses/suspects
vehicles). Include all participating
and apprehend suspects. Collaboration will Include any help,
Jurisdiction departments here,
recommendation, contribution or support requested from or provided to
another unit or offered by the taskforce that aids In the furtherance of motor
vehicle theft Investigations.
1,2.3 Collaborate with all other outside LE
Number of times collaborated with coverage area agencies or other law
100
agencies and other organizations that
enforcement agencies and organizations that assist in the reduction of MVT,
assist In the reduction of MVTs. Include all
Collaboration means physically using law enforcement resources, tactics and
coverage Jurisdictions here.
authority to perform activity on cases that draw upon or aid In the
Investigation intended to further ilia resolution of any case, Identify parties to
crime, identify vehicles, Interview witnesses/suspects and apprehend
suspects, Collaboration will include any help, recommendation, contribution
or support requested from or provided to another unit or offered by the
taskforce that aids In the furtherance of MVTtheft investigations.
1.2.5 Conduct intelligence Information -sharing
Number of Intelligence meetings attended (include attending as presenter,
90
(Personal attendance)
participant or attendee)
1.2.6 Conduct intelligence information -sharing
Crime analysis bulletins disseminated (Include information distributed to
30
(Written information)
law enforcement agencies via text, a -mall, or Intra-net communications)
1.2.7 Collaborate with other MVCPA taskforces
Number of times collaborated with other MVCPA taskforces that assist In the
10
reduction In MVT, BMV and FRMVC,
1.3 Strategy 3: Prevent and
Reduce the Incidence of Fraud -Related Motor Vehicle Activities
1.3,1 Collaborate with agencies relating to
Number of collaborations
10
Investigation and enforcement of vehicle
insurance fraud and FRMVC
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1.3,2 Conduct confidential 66(A) inspections (for
Number of vehicles Inspected to complete a TxDMV 68A inspection form per 500
TxDMV assignment or reassignment of VIN
TxDMV (VIN assignment, reassignment, bonded title)
required by Tx Trans. Code §501.032)
1.3.3 Conduct VIN verification inspections, (All
Number of vehicles inspected by taskforce to Identify the vehicles not 50
other reasons except bridge or port)
reported in confidential (68A) or bridge and port sections.
1.3A Coordinate with TxDMV/Tax Offices relating
Number of collaborations with TxDMV HQ, TxDMV Regional Service Centers 15
to Investigation and enforcement of
or County Tax Assessor Collector offices.
fraudulent titles and registration of stolen
vehicles
2 Coal 2: Reduce the Incidence of Theft from Motor Vehicles through Enforcement Strategies
2.1 Strategy 1: Conduct Activities that Result
in the Arrest, Clearance, and Recoveries of Burglary of Motor Vehicles and
Theft of Vehicle Parts and Accessories
2.1.1 Conduct bait vehicle operations that target
Number of bait vehicle burglary deployments 12
vehicle burglary offenders
2,1,2 Identify "prolific BMV offenders" through
Number of offenders Identified
informants and intelligence [Prolific is
defined as "linked to BMV and theft of
vehicle parts and accessories offenses
three or more times"]
2.2 Strategy 2: Conduct Collaborative Efforts that Result in the Reduction of Incldents of Theft From a Motor Vehicle
2.2.1 Provide Agency Assists BMV,
Number of agency assists related to BMV or stolen parts. Assist means 75
responding or answering questions via phone, e-mail, or in person.
Providing recommendation, guidance, strategy, support or Information
that other LEOs will use to resolve their cases. The assist generally
does not have the direct responsibility for an Investigation nor uses
LEO authority. The assist helps another LEO or agency Investigate
cases. Analysts and civilian employees will record their assists to
outside LEOs and agencies met here along with officers,
2.2.2 Collaborate with other units or divisions
Number of times collaborated within departments or SOs participating In 50
within the taskforce department(s) (i.e.
taskforce related to BMV or stolen parts, Collaboration means physically
homicide, vice, narcotics, etc.) where theft
using law enforcement resources, tactics and authority to perform activity on
of parts occurred in the commission of the
cases that draw upon or aid In the investigation Intended to further the
crime (Includes Identification of vehicle).
resolution of any case, Identify parties to crime, identify vehicles, Interview
Include all participating Jurisdiction
witnesses/suspects and apprehend suspects. Collaboration will Include any
departments here.
help, recommendation, contribution or support requested from or provided to
another unit or offered by the taskforce that aids In the furtherance of BMV
theft Investigations.
2.2.3 Collaborate with all other outside LE
Number of times collaborated with coverage area agencies or other law 100
agencies and other organizations where
enforcement agencies and organizations that assist in the reduction of BMV
theft of parts occurred in the commission of or stolen parts. Collaboration means physically using law enforcement
the crime (includes identification of
resources, tactics and authority to perform activity on cases that draw upon or
vehicle). include all coverage Jurisdictions
aid In the Investigation Intended to further the resolution of any case, identify
here.
parties to crime, Identify vehicles, interview wltnesseslsuspects and
apprehend suspects, Collaboration will Include any help, recommendation,
contribution or support requested from or provided to another unit or offered
by the taskforce that aids In the furtherance of motor vehicle theft
investigations,
3 Goal 3: Educate/Traln Citizens and Qualified Personnel In detection and Prevention of Motor Vehicle Theft, Burglary of
Motor Vehicles
and Theft of Vehicle Parts and Accessories
3.1 Strategy 1: Conduct Public Awareness Related Activities Used. to Educate Citizens
3.1.1 Conduct educational outreach events
Number of outreaches 2
(include trade show, exhibits, booths at
community events, vehicle displays,
brochures, etc,)
3.1,2 Conduct educational presentations to the
Number of presentations. Presentation means In person, on-line, original 10
public
written document, article, or webpage,
3.1,4 Conduct vehicle Identification
Number of etching events, Include windows, component parts, VIN stamps
Inittative/event
and catalytic converters.
3.1.4.1 Conduct vehicle Identification
Number of Participants/Attendees (Vehicles Marked)
Initiative/event
3,1,5 Purchase advertisements In local outlets
Number of advertisements purchased or provided complimentary for
taskforce, Include all types of media purchased or provided free (social, tv,
utility Inserts, billboards, transportation, etc,). Describe in 6.1.1.
3,1,6 Conduct vehicle report card inllialives. Number report cards Issued 100
3.1,7 Utilize social media outlets (Facebook, Number of postings In social media outlets 30
Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
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3,1.8 Deploy outdoor public notification signage Number of deployments per month (if sign remains several months, count as
1 deployment per month)
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1.10 Conduct media outreach, including, public Number of outreaches
service announcements, press releases,
and Interviews
Measure
Target
12
3.2 Strategy 2: Conduct haw Enforcement Tralning Activities to Educate Officers on Recognition and Apprehension of
Stolen Vehicles and Property
3.2.1 Conduct law enforcement training (TCOLE) Number of classes provided for TCOLE credit
Number of classes or presentations. Presentations may Include electronic roll
call documents, shift 130LOs and other written or presented materials based
on local practices,
3,2,3 Conduct vehicle crimes presentations to
law enforcement agencies (non TCOLE)
10
10
Grant Evaluation
4A Describe the local method and/or practice used to collect the data for reporting Goals, Strategles, and Activities and to evaluate the
grant program effectiveness. Describe management and staff participation. include descriptions of systems (forms and software) that
will be used to ensure reliable and accurate data Is collected and reported, Describe any other evaluation methods used in the
applicant agency to determine effectiveness or cost efficiency of the program.
The local evaluation process establishes accountability and measurement of progress through collection of data and information
throughout the chain of command. Investigators are required to keep activity logs and submll monthly reports to the Program
Manager The Task force Supervisor reviews cases and monitors the activities of Investigators. The Program Director oversees the
entire operation, Including the field supervisor; and maintains records of activity and spending. The Program Director works closely
with the Beaumont CFO's grant coordinator and reports as necessary to the department heads of the participating agencies to
discuss progress and/or problems.
NIBRS data for all agencies within the project area will be closely monitored to detennine the overall impact of Task Force efforts.
Personal activity logs and specific reports will be maintained to log progress on stated objectives, These Include Information detailing
such things as the number of bait operations, Inspections and public awareness Initiatives performed. They will also record other
Items like arrests made, cases filed, vehicles recovered, properties seized NADA and other values of the property, as well as the
dispositions of ilia property upon completion of the cases,
Progress of the program will be evaluated monthly. Each investigator will complete a monthly report based on MV0PA reporting
categories and the specific strrtegies, activities and goals of this grant, Each report will be accompanied by documentation supporting
the information given. The Project Manager will then compile that information into the quarterly Progress Reports that are forwarded
to MVCPA. All other MVCPA required reporting will be completed by the Program Manager, such as the yearend progress report.
4.2 Provide any other suggested measures that would better reflect the law enforcement or prevention work that the proposed program
will perform. If the suggested measure fits into one of the stated goals above please indicate.
None noted at this time.
TxGMS Standard Assurances by Local Governments
U We acknowledge ,reviewing the TxGMS Standard Assurances by Local Governments as promulgated by the Texas Comptroller of
Public Accounts and agree to abide by the terms stated therein.
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Certifications
The certifying official Is the authorized official, Kenneth Williams, City Manager.
By submitting this application I certify that I have been designated by my Jurisdiction as the authorized official to accept the terms and
conditions of the grant. The statements herein are true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I am aware that any false,
fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties.
By submitting this application I certify that my jurisdiction agrees to comply with all terms and conditions if the grant Is awarded and
accepted. I further certify that my jurisdiction will comply with all applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations in the application,
acceptance, administration and operation of this grant.
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FY 2025 Task Force Grant
Statement of Grant Award and Acceptance ce
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FY25 Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority
Statement ofTasl(force Grant Award and Grantee Acceptance Notice
Grant Number:
Grantee:
Program Title:
Grant Award Amount:
Total Cash Match
Amount:
In -Kind Match Amount:
Reimbursement Percent`:
Grant Term:
608.25.1230100
City of Beaumont
southeast'rexas Auto.Theft Task Force
$ 724,534
$1.46,200
$423,982
83,20%
September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025
Grant Budget summary: City of Beaumont (App ID:301)
Cash
MVCPA [Match
Budget Category Expenditures Expenditures
Personnel $293,832 $0
Fringe
Overtime
Professional and Contract Services
Travel
Equipment
Supplies and Direct Operating Expenses (DOE)
Tota I
$108,000
$0
$6,750
$0
$16$,000
$60,006
$14;95o
$800
$36,000
$9,000
$99,002
$76,400
$724,534
$146,200
Total
In-I(Ind
Expenditures
Match
$293,832
$300,832
W8,000
$i08,000
$6,750
$6,750
$226,000
$15,750
$45,000
$175,402
$7,800
$870,734
$423,382
*Reimbursement Percent: 83,20% - $724,534 MVCPA amount / ($724,534 - MVCPA amount + $146,200 i. match)
That whereas, 71)e City of Beaumont (hereinafter referred to as Grante(% has heretofore submitted a grant
application In responsetothe 116qubstforApplfcatlon Issued on April 1.2, 2024,to.the MotorWhIde Crime Prevention
Authority, State of Texas, entitled SoutheastTekas Auto Theft Task Force and further Identified by grant number
608-25-1290100 and
Whereas, the MptorVehlcle Crime Prevention Authority has approved the grant Application as evidenced bythis FY25
Statement bf Grant Award arid certain special requirements from the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority'dated
08/22/2024 and
Whereas, the Grantee desires to acceptthe FY25 grant award and use all funds for purposes and In compliance
with the following requirements that are adopted in their entirety by reference:
o Texas Transportation Code Chapter 1006;
Texas Administrative Code: Title 43; Part 3; Chapter 57;
FY25 MVCPA Statement of Grant Award and Grantee Acceptance Page 1. of 2
o Texas Grant Management Standards (TxGMS) as promulgated by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
Including TxGMS Standard Assurances by Local Governments and Standards for Financial and Program
Management;
a The Request for Applications Issued on April 12, 2024;
The current Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Autllorlty Grant Admhiistrative Manual and forms and
subsequently adopted grantee instructlon manuals and forms;
o The Final Adopted ApiSlication attached to this Statement of Grant Award; and
The Approved Grant Budget Summary
Now, therefore, the Grantee accepts the FMStaterpentofGrant Award under the conditions above
Including#hespecial requirements inthegrant appilcatlon and the Statement of Grant Award as
evidenced by this agreement, executed by the official authorized to sign the original grant eppi.lcatiort,
or the official's designatod su cessor,'as presiding officerof and on behalf ofthe governing body of this
grantee; and
The MotorVehlc[e Crime Prevention Authority has awarded tite.a. Jove-referenced.grant.stibject to the
availability of state funds. The approved budget is reflected In the above Approved Grant Budget
Summary. This grant Is subjecttn and conditioned upon the acceptance of the MVCPA Grant
Adminlstrative Gulde promulgated forthIs specific program fund (referenced above) by the Motor
Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority. Applicable special conditions are listed .below.
Special Conditions and Requirements (MVCPA will only apply special conditions to applicable jurisdictions).,
X Non -Supplanting -The grantee agrees that funds will be used to supplement, not supplant, funds that
would otherwise be avallable farthe actiyftlps. under thls grant, Thjs Includes dernonstrating that new funded
positlons will be added to the department and not replacing local funds with state funds,
X Inte[ilgence sharing The grantee Is regtlred to ensure that Law Enforcement personnel funded Inwhole
or In part by this grant actively participate in Law Enforcement Intell)gence sharing Web fnars and MotorV.ehlcle
Crime lnvestlgator Virtual Command Centers organized and promoted on behalf of the MVCPA program operation
and statewide collaboration.
X Multi -Agency Grant -The grantee Isse.01redto complete and. malntaln.interlocai agreement with.all
participatliig subgrantees as required.bylaw and TxGMS, The grantee Must complete a process to monitor and
ensure grant compliance of subgrantees. The grantee mustmaintah the process localiy and. document compl[ance
with that plan.
X Multi -agency Grant Operational Puri -Tire grantee Is required to provide an operatlonal plan describing
the communication process with partic(pating and coverage jurisdictions, The operational plan ,must IgcIude.hoW
meetings are held, how often, and,.whether meetings are hefd In person or remotely, The grantee l*tst report
meetings In quarterly progress reports;
APPROVED AND ACCEPTED' BY
Authorized.Offlclal
( }Hinted Name and Title
c�J r �L 3 1..1q11T
Date Signed
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