Description
Title: Approve an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Austin Police Department Operating Budget Special Revenue Fund (No. 20250813-005) to accept and appropriate $25,000 in grant funds from the Texas Department of Transportation for the APD STEP - Operation Slowdown Mobilization Project. Funding: $25,000 is available from the Texas Department of Transportation. A 20% required City match will be met by accounting for the base salary and fringe benefits of existing City positions in the Austin Police Department Operating Budget.
Summary
On July 23, 2026, the City of Austin City Council will consider an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget for the Austin Police Department (APD) by accepting $25,000 in grant funding from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This funding is designated for the APD STEP - Operation Slowdown Mobilization Project, aimed at reducing speeding on high-accident roadways. The initiative will run from July 15 to August 5, 2026, and will involve overtime pay for officers as well as public education efforts. The city is required to provide a 20% match, which will be covered by existing personnel costs. This legislation is significant as it addresses public safety