Description
Title: Approve a resolution authorizing the submission of an application to, and the acceptance of grant funding from, the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office to fund the Network Threat Management program for the period January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Funding: $287,544 is available from the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office. A City match in the amount of $71,886 is required and is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of Austin Technology Services.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering a resolution to apply for and accept a grant of $287,544 from the Texas Office of the Governor's Public Safety Office for the Network Threat Management Project, running from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. The city is required to contribute a matching amount of $71,886 from its Austin Technology Services budget. This legislation designates the Deputy City Manager as the authorized official to manage the grant and the Accounting Manager I as the financial officer responsible for submitting required reports. This funding will enhance the city's cybersecurity infrastructure, supporting initiatives like cloud log processing and network detection capabilities. The resolution is crucial for ensuring the city's continued investment in public safety and cybersecurity.