Police Catalytic Converter Grant Application (26-0538)

A motion was made by Representative Niño, seconded by Representative Boyar Trejo, to Amend the item. The motion carried by the following vote:

A motion was made by Representative Chávez, seconded by Representative Fierro, to Approve the item. The motion carried by the following vote:

A motion was made by Representative Canales, seconded by Representative Limón, to Denied the item. The motion failed by the following vote:

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA), a grant application for the City of El Paso's Police Department project identified as "Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority- Senate Bill 224 Catalytic Converter Grant FY27" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $693,334.00 of Grant Funding with a 20% Cash Match of $138,666.00. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026-August 31, 2027.

Vote: 5 for, 3 against

approve resolutions for items 23 and 67 and direct City Manager to omit any reference to 'Flock' on grant applications, only reference LPR camera technology

11th and final motion. Also approves item 67 (file 26-0539). Motion made by Mayor Pro Tempore Chávez.

A motion was made by Representative Canales, seconded by Representative Limón, to Denied the item. The motion failed by the following vote: