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HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
NOVEMBER 18, 2025
APPROVAL OF CRIMES AGAINST WOMEN DETECTIVE GRANT
City Council to consider a resolution authorizing the acceptance of funds
from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Crimes Against Women
Formula Grants Program for Fiscal Year 2026.
Funds are available in the Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD)
Fund for an estimated amount of $95,622.
The Criminal Justice Division of the Office of the Governor for the State of
Texas provides the Crimes Against Women Formula Grants Program
opportunities to assist law enforcement agencies in providing services and
assistance directly to victim(s) and/or families of crime.
The purpose of this grant is to promote a coordinated, multi-disciplinary
approach to improve the justice system's response to violent crimes
against women, including domestic violence, sexual assault, dating
violence, and stalking.
The Grapevine Police Department received notification from the Office of
the Governor that grant funds have been allocated under the Crimes
Against Women Formula Grants Program for a detective position
(renewal). The detective position will continue to be assigned to our
Criminal Investigation Division. This grant is in its second year and has
been renewed annually at the conclusion of each cycle.
The Grapevine Police Department has seen a steady flow of incoming
cases related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and other related
crimes against women. To ensure an effective response, it is essential that
the Police Department has specialized personnel dedicated to handling
these cases. The Office of the Governor's Crimes Against Women
Formula Grants Program provides a unique opportunity to bolster our
resources with minimal impact on the city's general fund.
The duties of the Crimes Against Women Detective position will include
domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. As well
as any other ramifications into related crimes such as Human Trafficking
Cases, Assisting Victims, Collaboration with Advocacy Groups, Evidence
Collection and Processing, Interviewing and Interrogating, Building Strong
Cases for Prosecution, Training and Community Education, Staying
Informed on Legal Developments, Reporting and Documentation, and
lnteragency Coordination that may fall under the scope of the grant.
This program, in alignment with the federal Violence Against Women Act
(VAWA), focuses on strengthening law enforcement capabilities in
prosecuting violent crimes against women, including sexual assault,
domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. A dedicated detective for
this matter is critical for improving outcomes for victims and reducing the
occurrence of such crimes in our community.
Staff recommends approval.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-020
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE
ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS FOR
THE PURPOSE OF PARTICIPATING IN THE STATE OF
TEXAS, OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, VIOLENCE
AGAINST WOMEN FORMULA GRANT PROGRAM, FOR
A SECOND YEAR, HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE
“GRANT PROGRAM”; AND CERTIFYING THAT THE
APPLICANT IS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE PROGRAM
ASSISTANCE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, The City of Grapevine (“the Applicant”) is fully eligible to receive
assistance under the Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant is desirous of authorizing an official to represent and act
for the Applicant in dealing with the Police Department (“the Department”) concerning
the Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, all constitutional and statutory prerequisites for the approval of this
resolution have been met, including but not limited to the Open Meetings Act; and
WHEREAS, the City Council deems the adoption of this resolution to be in the best
interests of the citizens of The City of Grapevine that the Grant Program be operated for
the Fiscal Year 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That all matters stated hereinabove are found to be true and correct
and are incorporated herein by reference as if copied in their entirety.
Section 2. That the Applicant hereby certifies that they are eligible to receive
assistance under the Grant Program.
Section 3. That the Applicant agrees to provide the applicable matching funds
for the Grant Program as required by the Violence Against Women Formula Grants.
Section 3. That the Applicant agrees that in the event of loss or misuse of grant
funds, the Applicant assures the funds will be returned to the Office of the Governor in
full.
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Section 4. That the Applicant hereby authorizes and directs the Chief of Police
as the “Authorized Official” who is given the power to apply for, accept, reject, alter, or
terminate this grant, as well as given the authority to sign all grant adjustment requests,
inventory reports, progress reports and financial reports or any other official documents
related to the grant on behalf of the City of Grapevine.
Section 5. The Applicant hereby specifically authorizes the Official to make
application to the Department accepting funds from the State of Texas, Office of the
Governor, Violence Against Women Formula Grants -Grant #5010802.
Section 6. That this resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS on this the 18th day of November, 2025.
APPROVED:
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William D. Tate
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Tara Brooks
City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Matthew C.G. Boyle
City Attorney