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City of Palm Desert Prepared by City of Palm Desert for California Highway Patrol (CHP) Law Enforcement: Small and Mid-Size Organizations/Agencies FY 2025/2026 Submitted by Daniel Hurtado
Submitted on 02/21/2025 3:27 PM Pacific Standard Time Opportunity Details Opportunity Information Title Law Enforcement: Small and Mid-Size Organizations/Agencies FY 2025/2026 Description
Law Enforcement grants provide financial assistance to allied agencies for the education, prevention, and the enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and
other drugs, including cannabis and cannabis products. The intent of the program is to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, enforce impaired driving laws on
the roadway, and improve the Organization/Agency’s effectiveness through training and development of new strategies. Awarding Agency Name California Highway Patrol Agency Contact Name
Cannabis Grants Unit (CGU) Agency Contact Phone 916-843-4360 Agency Contact Email CGUGrants@chp.ca.gov Fund Activity Categories Education, Law, Justice and Legal Services Manager Cannabis
Grants Unit (CGU) Opportunity Posted Date 1/8/2025 Public Link https://www.gotomygrants.com/Public/Opportunities/Details/cd30d005-b1e2-4785-86ba-ea5c151bd666 Is Published Yes Funding
Information Opportunity Funding $13,000,000.00 Funding Sources State Funding Source Description With the passage of Proposition 64 in 2016, The Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use
Marijuana Act (AUMA), California voters mandated the state to set aside funding for the CHP to provide grants to local governments and Qualified Nonprofit Organizations for the education,
prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws pursuant to Section 34019 (f)(3)(B) Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC). Funding Restrictions State Agencies/Departments, please refer
to Section 34019 (f)(3)(B) RTC and California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Page 2 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert Division 2, Chapter 13, for additional information.
Award Information Award Range $500,000.00 Ceiling Award Period 07/01/2025 - 06/30/2026 Award Type Competitive Indirect Costs Allowed No Matching Requirement No Submission Information
Submission Window 01/08/2025 8:00 AM - 02/28/2025 5:00 PM Submission Timeline Type One Time Submission Timeline Additional Information GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE FEBRUARY 23, 2025,
BY 5:00 PM PST. EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 28, 2025, BY 5:00 PM PST. Grant Applicants are advised to ask submittal questions well before the deadline. The Cannabis Grants Unit (CGU) cannot
guarantee an immediate response and the Grant Management System (GMS) will automatically close at 5:00 PM PST. Once a Grant Application is submitted through the GMS, Grant Applicants
may not add, edit, or delete any Grant Application information. Question Submission Information Question Submission Open Date 01/08/2025 8:00 AM Question Submission Close Date 02/28/2025
5:00 PM Question Submission Email Address CGUGrants@chp.ca.gov Question Submission Additional Information GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE FEBRUARY 23, 2025, BY 5:00 PM PST. EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY
28, 2025, BY 5:00 PM PST. CGU Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm If assistance is required, please contact the Cannabis Grants Unit no later than Friday, February
21, 2025. Attachments Grant Application Evaluation Criteria Page 3 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert FY25-26 RFA - Law Enforcement Small and Mid-Size Eligibility Information
Eligibility Type Public Additional Eligibility Information Small and Mid-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies, with the primary function of enforcing traffic laws, which includes
responding to calls, making arrests, and issuing citations, pursuant to the California Penal Code, California Vehicle Code, and California Health and Safety Code Small-Size Law Enforcement
Organizations/Agencies: 100 employees or less Mid-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies: 500 employees or less Additional Information Additional Information URL https://www.chp.ca.gov/programs
-services/programs/cannabis-tax-fund-grant-program Award Administration Information State Award Notices Awards will be announced in May and June 2025. Administrative and National Policy
Requirements The California Highway Patrol (CHP) adopted regulations within Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Division 2, by adding Chapter 13, which govern the
CHP, Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program. These regulations outline: * Grant Provisions * Grant Project Types * Specific Grant Application Requirements * Grant Evaluation Criteria * Necessary
Administrative Procedures for the Program Regulations can be found at: https://www.chp.ca.gov/programs-services/programs/cannabis-tax-fund-grant-program/program-regulations Reporting
Quarterly Reporting is required and due within 14 calendar days after the close of each quarter. Quarter One (Q1): July 1 - September 30 Quarter Two (Q2): October 1 - December 31 Quarter
Three (Q3): January 1 - March 31 Quarter Four (Q4): April 1 - June 30 Other Information Please ensure your Organization/Agency has the capability to electronically sign required documents
(ex: Grant Agreement). Page 4 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert Project Information Application Information Application Name City of Palm Desert Award Requested $120,800.00
Total Award Budget $120,800.00 Primary Contact Information Name Daniel Hurtado Email Address dhurtado@palmdesert.gov Address 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, California 92260 Phone
Number (760) 346-0611 Page 5 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert Project Description 1. Organization/Agency Representatives Organization/Agency Section/Unit (subdivision)
to administer the Grant Agreement City of Palm Desert Organization/Agency Representative Please complete the following fields with appropriate Organization/Agency representatives, as
applicable. The Authorized Official is authorized to enter into a Grant Agreement with signing authority. The Authorized Financial Contact maintains financial records, documentation,
and recipient of warrant. The Administrative Contact is responsible for day-to-day administration. Authorized Official Name (first and last) Chris Escobedo Authorized Official Title
Assistant City Manager Authorized Official Address (street, city, state, zip code) 73510 Fred Waring Drive Official Address to Receive Reimbursement Payment - MUST MATCH FI$CAL FORM
(street, city, state, zip code) 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 Authorized Official Phone Number (with area code) 760-346-0611 Authorized Official Email Address cescobedo@palmdesert.go
v Authorized Financial Contact Name (first and last) Veronica Chavez Authorized Financial Contact Title Director of Finance Authorized Financial Contact Phone Number (with area code)
760-776-6344 Authorized Financial Contact Email Address vchavez@palmdesert.gov Administrative Contact Name (first and last) Daniel Hurtado Administrative Contact Title Management Analyst
Administrative Contact Phone Number (with area code) (760) 346-0611 Administrative Contact Email Address Page 6 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert dhurtado@palmdesert.gov
Page 7 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 2. Senate/Assembly/Congressional/County Information To determine the State Senate District(s), State Assembly District(s), and California
Congressional District(s), copy and paste the below URL in your browser and search: https://gis.data.ca.gov/maps/CDEGIS::legislative-districts-in-california-2/about Select one or more
State Senate District(s) where the proposed Project activities will occur. To make multiple selections, hold down the Ctrl key and click each one. State Senate 19 Select one or more
State Assembly District(s) where the proposed Project activities will occur. To make multiple selections, hold down the Ctrl key and click each one. State Assembly 47 Select one or
more California Congressional District(s) where the proposed Project activities will occur. To make multiple selections, hold down the Ctrl key and click each one. California Congressional
District 41 Select one or more California counties where the proposed Project activities will occur. To make multiple selections, hold down the Ctrl key and click each one. Riverside
Number of residents (population) that your Organization/Agency serves. 51951 Page 8 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 3. Statistical Data Ensure the responses below are
accurate and align with the statistical data provided within the Grant Application. If a question is not applicable, please input "0" or "N/A". How many schools are in your jurisdiction?
Elementary Schools Middle Schools High Schools Colleges/Universities Number of Schools 6 1 1 3 How many law enforcement personnel are within your Organization/Agency? 80 Does your Organization/Agenc
y have specifically designated traffic enforcement personnel who conduct driving under the influence (DUI) enforcement operations? Yes No How often does your Organization/Agency conduct
DUI enforcement activities (ex: DUI Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints)? Weekly Average Monthly Average Yearly Average Enforcement Activities 0 1 8 How many law enforcement personnel
have attended Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), and/or Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) training? SFST ARIDE DRE Number of
Trained Law Enforcement Personnel 14 7 5 How many certified DREs does your Organization/Agency currently have? 5 How many law enforcement personnel are certified SFST and/or DRE Instructors?
SFST DRE Number of Certified Instructors 5 0 What in-service training does your Organization/Agency offer related to DUI/DUID? Riverside County Sheriff's Department's Palm Desert Station,
which contracts with the City of Palm Desert, offers the following in service training: SFST class, DUI Wet Lab, ARIDE, DRE, DAR (Drug Abuse Recognition) Is training conducted at your
Organization/Agency or at an alternate facility? Within Organization/Agency Alternate Facility Do law enforcement personnel participate in training with local city attorneys and/or
district attorneys? Yes No Grant Funded Equipment Have Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program Grant Funds been utilized to purchase equipment (an acquisition cost of at least $5,000)? Page
9 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert Yes No If yes, list EACH equipment item and fiscal year of the Grant Agreement. EXAMPLE ONLY FY21-22 = Two Message Boards FY22-23 =
One DUI Vehicle Page 10 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 4. Project Description Project Types: Please select project type(s) applicable to your Project. Law Enforcement
Training Public Education and/or Prevention Enforcement Efforts Provide a brief overview/synopsis (a paragraph) of the proposed Project. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD
- TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. The City of Palm Desert and Riverside County Sheriff's Department (RCSD) Palm Desert Station are looking to replace several outdated critical DUI enforcement
equipment and provide funding for enforcement efforts and training for our officers. This will include: Replacement of the DUI trailer/command post. $50,000 DUI Saturation Patrols
(10 at 8 hours each, 5 deputies, at $102hr/ovt rate per contract) $40,800 DUI Training – SFST, ARIDE, DRE, and instructor courses - $20,000 (out of area) DUI Collision Training – Bosch
EDR Technician, EDR Analysis, $10,000 Page 11 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 5. Problem Statement & Proposed Solution Clearly identify the problem/need (Problem Statement)
in your local community that will be addressed by the Project. Then, clearly identify the Proposed Solution to address the problem/need. If applicable, provide recent and high-level
statistical data that directly supports the problem/need in your local community. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD - EITHER TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD OR ATTACH DOCUMENT.
Palm Desert is a City located in Riverside County, CA with a year-round census population of 51,951, according to 2020 US Census statements. However, seasonal tourism to the Coachella
Valley results in 14.4 Million visitors traveling to the region (2023 estimates), which bring unique challenges to the City and our public safety efforts. The high number of tourists,
entertainment tourism, and casino and gambling industries around the City result in high rates of DUI and alcohol-involved crashes, according to the Office of Traffic Safety. The City
of Palm Desert ranks 3 rd (worst) out of 104 similarly sized cities for had been drinking drivers under the age of 21 in 2022, according to OTS’ Crash Rankings results. In 2022, 114
drivers were arrested within Palm Desert City limits for DUIs. Additionally, the City’s existing officers, contracted through Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, are not all trained
in SFST, ARIDE, and DRE courses. Additionally, the existing DUI command post (trailer) is outdated, showing signs of age, and in need of replacement. Collision training will also allow
more of our officers in the field to help address and determine DUI causes in crashes. The proposed grant will address several of the City’s unique needs given its elevated rate of
DUI arrests and serious concerns regarding traffic collisions. First, increased enforcement and checkpoints will allow the Department to respond to this acute need more adequately within
the community. Lastly, by funding the training for our officers, the grant will allow our officers to respond to roadside evaluations more comprehensively, allowing our officers to
effectively and efficiently identify impaired driving. The PD anticipates that Cannabis Tax Fund grant dollars will ultimately result in an overall reduction in the number of DUI’s
and in the number alcohol and drug involved traffic injuries and fatalities. Statistical Data/Report(s) Page 12 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 6. Performance Measures/Scope
of Work Detail EACH Project activity/item below, which will serve as your goals and objectives for the Project. For EACH goal/objective, include estimated timelines (ex: monthly, quarterly),
quantitative measurements (ex: reduction of DUI/DUID by %), and justification detailing how it will enhance/support the Project. NOTE: These goals and objectives must be consistent
with the Budget. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD - TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. 1. Replacement of DUI Command Post: Acquisition will begin immediately upon grant award, to
be completed within 3-5 months of a grant agreement. 2. DUI Saturation Patrols: 10 additional patrols to be conducted at 8 hours each at regular intervals throughout the grant performance
period (approximately 1 every 1.5 months). Anticipated to result in overall reduction of DUIs. 3. DUI Collision Training: for a Bosch EDR technician and EDR analysis. To be begun as
soon as a grant agreement is reache 4. DUI training: 1 time training off-site for officers in need of DRE, SFST, and ARIDE training. EXAMPLE ONLY 16 DUI Saturation Patrols (Q1 = 4,
Q2 = 4, Q3 = 4, Q4 = 4): Aim to reduce DUI/DUID deaths by 10%, which will improve roadway safety in the community. 2 DUI Checkpoints (Q2 = 1, Q4 = 1): Aim to reduce DUI/DUID by 15%,
which will reduce the number of impaired drivers in the community. 4 Message Boards for DUI Checkpoints and Educational Messaging (Q1 = Purchase, Q2 = Receive, Q2-Q4 = Use to complete
DUI Checkpoints and education): We will utilize the Message Boards to notify the public of an approaching DUI Checkpoint. In between DUI Checkpoints, we will display educational messaging
against driving under the influence. 4 Educational Presentations at local high schools (Q1 = 1, Q2 = 1, Q3 = 1, Q4 = 1): Aim to contact at least 100 students each quarter to increase
awareness of driving under the influence. The presentations will educate students on the implications of driving impaired. Page 13 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 7.
Project Performance Evaluation Provide the method of evaluation to show Project effectiveness and positive impact(s) on the community. These strategies shall include captured quantitative/qualitativ
e data and a communication plan to share Project results with both internal and external stakeholders. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD - TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. The City
of Palm Desert and Riverside County Sheriffs Department will utilize the following methods of evaluation to gauge the program’s success and positive impact on the community: 1.
Using the data compiled during the grant, the Grant Director will complete the “Final Evaluation” section in the fourth/final Quarterly Performance Report (QPR). The Final Evaluation
should provide a summary of the grant’s accomplishments, challenges and significant activities. This narrative should also include whether goals and objectives were met, exceeded, or
an explanation of why objectives were not completed. Each quarter can also be evaluated separately to determine if the department is on track to reach its goals and objectives. Results
will be shared internally with all police department personnel during staff briefings as well as via email. 2. Applicant will report and monitor the qualitive DUI arrest and injury/crash
statistics to evaluate program success. 4. Applicant will evaluate community feedback delivered via word-of-mouth, public comment, forums, or online feedback, and respond appropriately
to community input on the effectiveness of the project. Page 14 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 8. Program Sustainability Describe the plan for reducing reliance on future
grant funding. Include a summary and timeframe to continue efforts when grant funds are either not available or significantly reduced. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD TYPE
INFORMATION IN FIELD. Once trained, Staff will be able to continue with compliant, effective saturation patrols and DUI checkpoints with the new requested equipment, allowing budgeting
of City funding for additional DUI checkpoints/enforcement activities rather than replacement equipment or training. This will reduce need in subsequent years to rely on grant funding
for checkpoints or similar enforcement. Page 15 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 9. Administrative Support Describe the administrative support, including the Organization/Agency’s
grant experience, personnel, and physical resources needed to successfully implement the Project. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. The City of
Palm Desert's staff has successfully implemented numerous grant applications. Grant administration will be conducted through Riverside County Sheriff's Department and the City’s Finance
and Administrative teams. The grant will be implemented alongside careful coordination with CHP and in protocol with grant administration requirements. Page 16 of 21 City of Palm Desert
City of Palm Desert 10. Other Grant Programs Impaired Driving Enforcement Funding Has your Organization/Agency previously received grant funding for impaired driving enforcement? Yes
No If yes, detail the outcome. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD - TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. Riverside County Sheriff's Department received 2024/25 OTS grant funding for
8 DUI checkpoints. The proposed enforcement activities in the grant scope are intended to augment, not duplicate, these additional, alternative grantfunded efforts. RCSD and the City
of Palm Desert have robust grant administration experience, and achieved successful reduction of DUI rates through these prior grant funded activities. Other Grant Programs Has or will
your Organization/Agency submit a proposal to another grant program for this Project (ex: funds for the same components as this Project, or for similar/related components that will
be completed during the same time period as this Project)? Yes No If yes, detail the granting Organization/Agency. In addition, clearly distinguish which tasks would be funded by the
CTFGP and which tasks would be funded by another Organization/Agency. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE TABLES IN FIELD - TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. The request enforcement efforts will
add onto existing grant-funded OTS-funded DUI checkpoints. They will not duplicate these grant funded efforts, and instead allow the City and RCSD to conduct additional checkpoints
on top of the OTS grant funded ones. Are any personnel dedicated to this Project funded by other sources/grants? Yes No If yes, detail which source/grant. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE
TABLES IN FIELD - TYPE INFORMATION IN FIELD. Page 17 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert 11. Terms and Conditions By submitting your Grant Application, you agree to the following
Terms and Conditions: I certify, under penalty of perjury, that the information I entered in this Grant Application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I further understand
that any false, incomplete, or incorrect statements may result in my disqualification from the grant process or dismissal from receiving grants funded by the California Highway Patrol
(CHP), Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program. I authorize the California Highway Patrol, Cannabis Grants Unit (CGU), to investigate referenced documents or other documents submitted to the
program to check the accuracy of the information provided. I agree with the Request for Application, the above Terms and Conditions, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13,
Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00 through 1890.27. I Agree When using the GMS (AmpliFund), I authorize the state to take my requested action by an electronic means and authorize
the state to accept the combination of my User ID and password in lieu of my written signature. I Agree My password is unique to me and is to remain confidential. I will not allow other
individuals to use my User ID and password to access the GMS (AmpliFund). I Agree It is my responsibility to maintain the confidentiality of GMS (AmpliFund) information. I Agree Once
I submit the Grant Application, I am unable to add, edit, or delete any Grant Application information. I Agree Confidentiality Notice: All documents submitted as a part of the Cannabis
Tax Fund Grant Program Grant Application are public documents and may be subject to a request pursuant to the California Public Records Act. The CHP, CGU, cannot ensure the confidentiality
of any information submitted in or with this Grant Application (Gov. Code, § 6250 et seq.). I Agree Generated Income Disclaimer: There will be no program income generated from this
grant. Nothing in this Grant Application shall be interpreted as a requirement, formal or informal, that a particular law enforcement officer issue a specified or predetermined number
of citations, in pursuance of the goals and objectives. Although special emphasis will be placed upon violations specific to this Grant Application, appropriate enforcement action will
be taken for all observed violations. I Agree Financial Information System for California Government Agency Taxpayer ID (FI$Cal Form) A FI$Cal Form is required for reimbursement. If
the Grant Applicant does not have a completed FI$Cal Form at final Grant Application submission time, the Grant Applicant may submit the completed FI$Cal Form via email to CGU prior
to execution of the Grant Agreement. NOTE: The “Remit-To Address" on the FI$Cal Form MUST match the “Official Address to Receive Reimbursement Payment” you entered in Form #1. Organization/Agency
Representative. This address shall be the official address on file with FI$Cal and the State Controller’s Office (SCO) to receive warrants (Reimbursement Request Payments). Forms are
located on the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program's website at https://www.chp.ca.gov/programs-services/programs/cannabis-tax-fund-grant-program. I Agree FI$Cal Form City Council or County
Resolution A county, city, district, or other public body shall provide a copy of a resolution, order, motion, or ordinance of local governing body, which by law has the authority to
enter into an agreement authorizing execution of a Grant Agreement. If the Grant Applicant does not have a signed resolution at final Grant Application submission time, the Grant Applicant
may submit a signed resolution via email to CGU prior to execution of the Grant Agreement. NOTE: The resolution MUST explicitly state the Organization/Agency has delegated authority
to enter into a Grant Agreement for the requested amount. I Agree Page 18 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert Page 19 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert Budget
Proposed Budget Summary Expense Budget Grant Funded Total Budgeted Personnel DUI Collision Training $10,000.00 $10,000.00 DUI Saturation Patrols $40,800.00 $40,800.00 DUI Trainig $20,000.00
$20,000.00 Subtotal $70,800.00 $70,800.00 Equipment Command Post Trailer Replacement $50,000.00 $50,000.00 Subtotal $50,000.00 $50,000.00 Total Proposed Cost $120,800.00 $120,800.00
Revenue Budget Grant Funded Total Budgeted Grant Funding Award Requested $120,800.00 $120,800.00 Subtotal $120,800.00 $120,800.00 Total Proposed Revenue $120,800.00 $120,800.00 Proposed
Budget Detail See attached spreadsheet. Proposed Budget Narrative Personnel Costs may include compensation for wages, such as overtime, and benefits (annual leave and sick leave) for
work directly related to, and consistent with, the Project. Personnel hours will be awarded based on the number of CTFGP grant-funded Project activities approved by CGU. To be eligible
for reimbursement, personnel services must occur within the Project Performance Period. Please note, full salary positions are not allowed. Itemize separate Budget line items by Project
activity (ex: one Budget line item for DUI Saturation Patrol; one Budget line item for DUI Checkpoint). Combine wages and benefits in the same Budget line item for each Project activity.
For EACH Budget line item, the narrative shall include the below: * Number of times Project activity will occur * Classification(s) working Project activity * Rate of pay for each classification
working Project activity (notate regular or overtime pay) * Number of hours for each classification working Project activity EXAMPLE 16 DUI Saturation Patrols = $9,600 2 Officers per
patrol / Officer = OT $60 per hour 5 hours per patrol / 80 hours per Officer / 160 hours Note: If engaging in CTFGP Page 20 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert grant-funded
Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the applicant does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the applicant should consult with the agency
having primary traffic jurisdiction. DUI Saturation Patrols DUI Saturation Patrols (10 at 8 hours each, 5 deputies, at $102hr/ovt rate per contract) $40,800 DUI Collision Training DUI
Collision Training – Bosch EDR Technician, EDR Analysis, $10,000 DUI Trainig SFST, ARIDE, DRE, and instructor courses - $20,000 This would be for out of the area training which would
require hotel and per diem. Equipment Costs may include non-expendable, tangible, personal property having a normal useful life of more than one year, and an acquisition cost of at
least $5,000 (ex: four identical assets, which cost $1,250 each, for a total of $5,000, are not considered an equipment purchase). Equipment shall be directly related and necessary
to complete CTFGP grant-funded activities included in the Project. Equipment should be purchased at the beginning of the Project Performance Period to ensure it is utilized when completing
corresponding Project activities. If requesting equipment, the Project shall contain a correlating CTFGP grant-funded Project activity (ex: Message Board for DUI Checkpoints). To be
eligible for reimbursement, equipment must be purchased and received within the Project Performance Period. Itemize separate Budget line items for each Equipment item. For EACH Budget
line item, the narrative shall include the below: * Description of equipment item * Quantity * Unit cost and total cost EXAMPLE DUI/DUID Trailer=$10,000 Note: If requesting a vehicle,
the requestor shall only request to outfit the vehicle with the standard equipment similar to the rest of the vehicle fleet. Command Post Trailer Replacement Replace the existing outdated
and aging command post to allow for critical communication and on-site operations management for future DUI checkpoints. Page 21 of 21 City of Palm Desert City of Palm Desert
City of Palm Desert - Budget.xlsx
Category
Item Type
Name
Non-Grant Funded
Grant-Funded
Cash Match
In-Kind Match
Other Funding
Direct Cost
Narrative
Attachments
Personnel
Non Personnel
DUI Collision Training
No
DUI Collision Training – Bosch EDR Technician, EDR Analysis, $10,000
DUI Saturation Patrols
DUI Saturation Patrols (10 at 8 hours each, 5 deputies, at $102hr/ovt rate per contract) $40,800
DUI Trainig
SFST, ARIDE, DRE, and instructor courses - $20,000
This would be for out of the area training which would require hotel and per diem.
Equipment
Command Post Trailer Replacement
Replace the existing outdated and aging command post to allow for critical communication and on-site operations management for future DUI checkpoints.
Grant Application Evaluation Criteria.pdf Department of California Highway Patrol
Department of California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program Grant Application Evaluation Criteria Grant Application Criteria/Elements Project Description The Project Description
provides a brief overview/synopsis (a paragraph) of the proposed Project. Criteria • Project supports and is in alignment with the Grant Opportunity’s Project requirements Problem
Statement & Proposed Solution The Problem Statement & Proposed Solution clearly identify the problem/need (Problem Statement) in the local community that will be addressed by the Project,
and clearly identify the Proposed Solution to address the problem/need. If applicable, recent and high-level statistical data that directly supports the problem/need in the local community
are provided. Criteria (Problem Statement) • Targeted population/geographical area(s) the grant intends to serve • Clearly described current unmet needs/gaps Criteria (Proposed Solution)
• Solution(s) is realistic, clearly defined, and attainable within the Project Performance Period Statistical data is relevant and in alignment with the proposed Project. Data may
be included in the Problem Statement or accompanied by an attached document. Criteria • Statistical data is included to support the problem/need Performance Measures/Scope of Work
The Performance Measures detail the activities/items which will serve as the goals and objectives for the Project. For each, estimated timelines (ex: monthly, quarterly), quantitative
measurements (ex: reduction of DUI/DUID by %), and justification detailing how it will enhance/support the Project are included. NOTE: The Performance Measures/Scope of Work must be
consistent with the Budget. Criteria • Goals/objectives align with Project Description, Problem Statement, & Proposed Solution Department of California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax
Fund Grant Program Grant Application Evaluation Criteria • Project objectives directly tie to the accomplishment of the Project • Estimated milestone dates/deadlines included for each
goal and objective • Quantitative measurements identified to assess progress toward goals and objectives • Resources (Budget Line Items) needed to successfully complete Project activities
are identified and in alignment with the proposed Project Originality/Innovation Criteria • The Project is innovative and original in approach; the Project attempts to solve the Problem
Statement in a unique way and uses creative solutions to challenges that exist Project Performance Evaluation The Project Performance Evaluation is the method of evaluation to show
Project effectiveness and positive impact(s) on the community. These strategies shall include captured quantitative/qualitative data and a communication plan to share Project results
with both internal and external stakeholders. Criteria • Describes the evaluation plan to confirm whether the objectives are met, and progress was made toward the goal(s) • Project’s
monitoring and reporting plan demonstrates a clear and reasonable approach for monitoring, assessing, and reporting the Project’s effectiveness • Communication plan is in place to share
Project results with both internal and external stakeholders Program Sustainability The Program Sustainability describes the plan for reducing reliance on future grant funding. A
summary and timeframe to continue efforts when grant funds are either not available or significantly reduced are included. Criteria • Clear comprehensive plan on how the results/efforts
will be sustained beyond the Project Performance Period Administrative Support The Administrative Support describes the Organization/Agency’s grant experience, personnel, and physical
resources needed to successfully implement the Project. Department of California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program Grant Application Evaluation Criteria Criteria • Demonstrates
the Organization/Agency’s ability to manage the efforts (ex: prior grant experience) • Appropriate staffing levels that will be dedicated to the implementation and management of the
Project • Organization/Agency’s staff has the knowledge, skills, and training to execute Project expectations • Physical resources are available and dedicated to the Project Budget
The Budget should be complete and cost-effective, and costs must be allowable under the program guidelines. Budget line item narratives should provide an estimated breakdown of Budget
line item costs, a clear purpose (justification/need), and demonstrate how grant funds will be utilized to accomplish the goals and objectives. Criteria • Requested amount is reasonable,
necessary, and directly ties to Project objectives & goals • The narrative clearly explains and justifies requested grant funds (estimated cost breakdown and necessity) • Costs are
directly relative to the Project with a perceived benefit • Grant funds are supplemental and not a substitute for ongoing objectives
FY25-26 RFA - Law Enforcement Small and Mid-Size.pdf FY25-26 RFA - Law Enforcement Small and Mid-Size
CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM REQUEST FOR APPLICATION (RFA) Grant Opportunity Law Enforcement Eligible Grant Applicants Small and Mid-Size Law Enforcement
Organizations/Agencies Small-Size: 100 Employees or Less Mid-Size: 500 Employees or Less Project Performance Period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 Page 2 of 6 This Request for
Application (RFA) provides specific Grant Opportunity information for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) 2025-2026 Grant Cycle, including important deadlines and details.
To ensure all eligibility requirements are met for successful participation in the CTFGP, please review the California Code of Regulations (Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13) and other
CTFGP information posted on the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) website: https://www.chp.ca.gov/programs-services/programs/cannabis-tax-fund-grant-program. Important Dates Activity
Date Grant Workshop January 7, 2025 Grant Application Submission Period January 8, 2025 – February 23, 2025 Grant Application Submission Deadline February 23, 2025, 5:00pm Pacific
Time Grant Application Review February – May 2025 Award Announcements May – June 2025 Start of Project Performance Period July 1, 2025 Project Performance Period July 1,
2025 – June 30, 2026 Funding Requirements A Grant Applicant may only submit one Grant Application, per Grant Opportunity, and shall only request the amount of grant funds necessary
to complete the Project within the Project Performance Period and within the local community served by the applying agency. Activities outside the jurisdiction but within the surrounding
area(s) of the applying agency may be considered on a case-by-case basis with Cannabis Grants Unit (CGU) approval. Grant funds shall be used to implement new activities or augment
existing funds, which expand current activities. Grant funds shall not replace (supplant) any federal, state and/or local funds that are appropriated or earmarked for the same purpose
and are routine and/or existing state and local expenditures. Supplanting is the deliberate reduction in the amount of federal, state, or local funding appropriated to an existing
program or activity because grant funds are awarded for the same purpose. It is the responsibility of the Grant Applicant to ensure supplanting does not occur. Match Requirements
This Grant Opportunity does not require matching funds. Project Costs Estimated Project costs shall support CTFGP grant-funded Project activities that help address impaired driving
and are directly related to the scope of work identified in the Grant Application. To be permissible, Project costs must be reasonable, necessary, and expended according to the CTFGP
policies, procedures, and regulations. Projects are required to have a realistic and prudent budget that avoids unnecessary expenditures unrelated to the Project activities. Final
determination of eligibility and award shall be made by the CGU and approved within the Grant Agreement. Page 3 of 6 Please refer to Annex A for ineligible expenses. Project Performance
Period One Year – July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 Eligible Grant Applicants Small-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies: 100 employees or less Mid-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agenc
ies: 500 employees or less Small and Mid-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies, with the primary function of enforcing traffic laws, which includes responding to calls, making
arrests, and issuing citations, pursuant to the California Penal Code, California Vehicle Code, and California Health and Safety Code. Project Funding Available Project funding is
approximately $13 million, with a $500,000 cap, per Grant Application. The Grant Applicant must provide strong justification, measurable goals, and an immediate need for all requested
budget items, as part of the Project. Project Requirements Requested services, equipment, and supplies shall be in direct support of grant-funded Project activities. Law Enforcement
Projects shall include at least one Project activity and focus on one or more of the following areas: • Increase driving under the influence (DUI)/driving under the influence of drugs
(DUID) enforcement efforts (ex: DUI Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints) • Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC) Program courses (ex: SFST Training, ARIDE Training, DRE Training),
and other trainings to help increase the knowledge of law enforcement personnel in detecting and removing impaired drivers from the roadway • General prevention education and community
outreach designed to educate the public about the dangers of impaired driving (ex: presentations to high school and/or college students, with a direct focus on Drive High = DUI, or
another campaign message against impaired driving) If engaging in CTFGP grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the applicant
does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the applicant should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction. If the Project includes limited, education-based activities,
in conjunction with other enforcement-related activities/efforts, then Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies should apply for this Law Enforcement Grant Opportunity. If the Project,
in its entirety, solely focuses on an innovative, education-based program for local communities, then Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies should apply for the Education Grant
Opportunity. Page 4 of 6 Eligible Project Cost Categories Personnel Costs may include compensation for wages, such as overtime, and benefits (annual leave and sick leave) for work directly
related to, and consistent with, the Project. Personnel hours shall be awarded based on the number of CTFGP grant-funded Project activities approved by CGU. To be eligible for reimbursement,
personnel services must occur within the Project Performance Period. Eligible expenses may include, but are not limited to: • Hours worked on Project activities above and beyond
normal work duties, including DUI Saturation Patrols and DUI Checkpoints • Attend or instruct approved trainings related to impaired driving • Backfill for staff attending trainings
Travel Costs may include travel associated with approved in-state and out-of-state Project-related conferences, seminars, workshops, and trainings. The most economical mode of travel,
in terms of direct expenses to the Project, must be used. Out-of-state travel is only allowed in exceptional situations. To be eligible for reimbursement, travel must occur within
the Project Performance Period. Eligible expenses may include, but are not limited to: • Mileage (based on current State rate) or fuel expenses (rental vehicles only) • Hotel
accommodations • Commercial airline fares • Parking fees • Bridge tolls and/or taxi or bus fares For maximum allowed per diem rates, including meals and lodging, please visit the California
Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/travel-reimbursements.aspx. Equipment Costs may include non-expendable, tangible, personal property
having a normal useful life of more than one year, and an acquisition cost of at least $5,000 (ex: four identical assets, which cost $1,250 each, for a total of $5,000, are not considered
an equipment purchase). Equipment shall be directly related and necessary to complete grant-funded activities included in the Project. Equipment should be purchased at the beginning
of the Project Performance Period to ensure it is utilized when completing corresponding Project activities. If requesting equipment, the Project shall contain a correlating CTFGP
grant-funded Project activity (ex: Message Board for DUI Checkpoints). To be eligible for reimbursement, equipment must be purchased and Page 5 of 6 received within the Project Performance
Period. If requesting a vehicle, the requestor shall only request to outfit the vehicle with the standard equipment similar to the rest of the vehicle fleet. Consultants/Contracts
Costs may include professional services necessary to carry out Project activities, including goals and deliverables, that are clearly outlined in the Grant Application. A copy of the
Contract and/or Scope of Work must be submitted to and approved by the CGU prior to commencement of work. To be eligible for reimbursement, Consultants/Contracts services must occur
within the Project Performance Period. Other Direct Costs Costs may include operational costs. Other Direct Costs shall be directly related and necessary to complete CTFGP grant-funded
activities included in the Project. Other Direct Costs should be purchased at the beginning of the Project Performance Period to ensure they are utilized when completing corresponding
Project activities. To be eligible for reimbursement, Other Direct Costs must be purchased and received within the Project Performance Period. Eligible expenses may include, but
are not limited to: • Equipment with a single unit acquisition cost under $5,000 (ex: Preliminary Alcohol Screening [PAS] devices) • Registration fees for approved conferences • Educational/outreach
materials (ex: brochures, pamphlets) • Social media costs Additional Information References • Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019 • California Code of Regulations, Title 13,
Division 2, Chapter 13 For additional questions, please contact the Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360 or via email at CGUGrants@chp.ca.gov. Page 6 of 6 ANNEX A Ineligible Expenses
for Law Enforcement Grant Opportunity Items Building/Facility Construction Chemical/Forensic Investigation Equipment (Pendar, BERLA, Gemini Chemical Identification Analyzer) Entertainment
Equipment Giveaways Equipment-Only Projects (Must Have Correlating CTFGP Grant-Funded Project Activity) Expenditures Outside the Project Period Facility Rental Food During Enforcement
Efforts (ex: Pizza at DUI Checkpoint) Frozen Positions Full Salary Positions Gifts Highway Construction, Maintenance, Design Land Law Enforcement Items (Spike Strips, Lidar/Radar, License
Plate Reader, Flock Cameras, e-site Printers, Station-Related Software) Liability Insurance Lobbying Costs Magnetic Decals (CTFGP Funded Vehicles) Mileage and Toll Costs (When Using
Agency Vehicles for Travel) Office Furniture and Fixtures Overhead Costs (ex: Microsoft Office Software, Cellular Plans, Vehicle Insurance & Maintenance) Personnel Time for Conference,
Seminar, or Workshop Attendance Professional Fees (ex: Membership Dues) Supplanting SWAT/Armored Vehicles Traffic Investigation Equipment (ex: 3D Scanners) Unapproved Trainings, Equipment,
and or Other Direct Costs Uniforms Utilities Weapons Vehicle Operations Training **The items listed above are provided as examples and do not constitute all ineligible costs**
FY25-26 RFA - Law Enforcement Small and Mid-Size (2).pdf FY25-26 RFA - Law Enforcement Small and Mid-Size
CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM REQUEST FOR APPLICATION (RFA) Grant Opportunity Law Enforcement Eligible Grant Applicants Small and Mid-Size Law Enforcement
Organizations/Agencies Small-Size: 100 Employees or Less Mid-Size: 500 Employees or Less Project Performance Period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 Page 2 of 6 This Request for
Application (RFA) provides specific Grant Opportunity information for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) 2025-2026 Grant Cycle, including important deadlines and details.
To ensure all eligibility requirements are met for successful participation in the CTFGP, please review the California Code of Regulations (Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13) and other
CTFGP information posted on the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) website: https://www.chp.ca.gov/programs-services/programs/cannabis-tax-fund-grant-program. Important Dates Activity
Date Grant Workshop January 7, 2025 Grant Application Submission Period January 8, 2025 – February 23, 2025 Grant Application Submission Deadline February 23, 2025, 5:00pm Pacific
Time Grant Application Review February – May 2025 Award Announcements May – June 2025 Start of Project Performance Period July 1, 2025 Project Performance Period July 1,
2025 – June 30, 2026 Funding Requirements A Grant Applicant may only submit one Grant Application, per Grant Opportunity, and shall only request the amount of grant funds necessary
to complete the Project within the Project Performance Period and within the local community served by the applying agency. Activities outside the jurisdiction but within the surrounding
area(s) of the applying agency may be considered on a case-by-case basis with Cannabis Grants Unit (CGU) approval. Grant funds shall be used to implement new activities or augment
existing funds, which expand current activities. Grant funds shall not replace (supplant) any federal, state and/or local funds that are appropriated or earmarked for the same purpose
and are routine and/or existing state and local expenditures. Supplanting is the deliberate reduction in the amount of federal, state, or local funding appropriated to an existing
program or activity because grant funds are awarded for the same purpose. It is the responsibility of the Grant Applicant to ensure supplanting does not occur. Match Requirements
This Grant Opportunity does not require matching funds. Project Costs Estimated Project costs shall support CTFGP grant-funded Project activities that help address impaired driving
and are directly related to the scope of work identified in the Grant Application. To be permissible, Project costs must be reasonable, necessary, and expended according to the CTFGP
policies, procedures, and regulations. Projects are required to have a realistic and prudent budget that avoids unnecessary expenditures unrelated to the Project activities. Final
determination of eligibility and award shall be made by the CGU and approved within the Grant Agreement. Page 3 of 6 Please refer to Annex A for ineligible expenses. Project Performance
Period One Year – July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 Eligible Grant Applicants Small-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies: 100 employees or less Mid-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agenc
ies: 500 employees or less Small and Mid-Size Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies, with the primary function of enforcing traffic laws, which includes responding to calls, making
arrests, and issuing citations, pursuant to the California Penal Code, California Vehicle Code, and California Health and Safety Code. Project Funding Available Project funding is
approximately $13 million, with a $500,000 cap, per Grant Application. The Grant Applicant must provide strong justification, measurable goals, and an immediate need for all requested
budget items, as part of the Project. Project Requirements Requested services, equipment, and supplies shall be in direct support of grant-funded Project activities. Law Enforcement
Projects shall include at least one Project activity and focus on one or more of the following areas: • Increase driving under the influence (DUI)/driving under the influence of drugs
(DUID) enforcement efforts (ex: DUI Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints) • Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC) Program courses (ex: SFST Training, ARIDE Training, DRE Training),
and other trainings to help increase the knowledge of law enforcement personnel in detecting and removing impaired drivers from the roadway • General prevention education and community
outreach designed to educate the public about the dangers of impaired driving (ex: presentations to high school and/or college students, with a direct focus on Drive High = DUI, or
another campaign message against impaired driving) If engaging in CTFGP grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the applicant
does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the applicant should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction. If the Project includes limited, education-based activities,
in conjunction with other enforcement-related activities/efforts, then Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies should apply for this Law Enforcement Grant Opportunity. If the Project,
in its entirety, solely focuses on an innovative, education-based program for local communities, then Law Enforcement Organizations/Agencies should apply for the Education Grant
Opportunity. Page 4 of 6 Eligible Project Cost Categories Personnel Costs may include compensation for wages, such as overtime, and benefits (annual leave and sick leave) for work directly
related to, and consistent with, the Project. Personnel hours shall be awarded based on the number of CTFGP grant-funded Project activities approved by CGU. To be eligible for reimbursement,
personnel services must occur within the Project Performance Period. Eligible expenses may include, but are not limited to: • Hours worked on Project activities above and beyond
normal work duties, including DUI Saturation Patrols and DUI Checkpoints • Attend or instruct approved trainings related to impaired driving • Backfill for staff attending trainings
Travel Costs may include travel associated with approved in-state and out-of-state Project-related conferences, seminars, workshops, and trainings. The most economical mode of travel,
in terms of direct expenses to the Project, must be used. Out-of-state travel is only allowed in exceptional situations. To be eligible for reimbursement, travel must occur within
the Project Performance Period. Eligible expenses may include, but are not limited to: • Mileage (based on current State rate) or fuel expenses (rental vehicles only) • Hotel
accommodations • Commercial airline fares • Parking fees • Bridge tolls and/or taxi or bus fares For maximum allowed per diem rates, including meals and lodging, please visit the California
Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/travel-reimbursements.aspx. Equipment Costs may include non-expendable, tangible, personal property
having a normal useful life of more than one year, and an acquisition cost of at least $5,000 (ex: four identical assets, which cost $1,250 each, for a total of $5,000, are not considered
an equipment purchase). Equipment shall be directly related and necessary to complete grant-funded activities included in the Project. Equipment should be purchased at the beginning
of the Project Performance Period to ensure it is utilized when completing corresponding Project activities. If requesting equipment, the Project shall contain a correlating CTFGP
grant-funded Project activity (ex: Message Board for DUI Checkpoints). To be eligible for reimbursement, equipment must be purchased and Page 5 of 6 received within the Project Performance
Period. If requesting a vehicle, the requestor shall only request to outfit the vehicle with the standard equipment similar to the rest of the vehicle fleet. Consultants/Contracts
Costs may include professional services necessary to carry out Project activities, including goals and deliverables, that are clearly outlined in the Grant Application. A copy of the
Contract and/or Scope of Work must be submitted to and approved by the CGU prior to commencement of work. To be eligible for reimbursement, Consultants/Contracts services must occur
within the Project Performance Period. Other Direct Costs Costs may include operational costs. Other Direct Costs shall be directly related and necessary to complete CTFGP grant-funded
activities included in the Project. Other Direct Costs should be purchased at the beginning of the Project Performance Period to ensure they are utilized when completing corresponding
Project activities. To be eligible for reimbursement, Other Direct Costs must be purchased and received within the Project Performance Period. Eligible expenses may include, but
are not limited to: • Equipment with a single unit acquisition cost under $5,000 (ex: Preliminary Alcohol Screening [PAS] devices) • Registration fees for approved conferences • Educational/outreach
materials (ex: brochures, pamphlets) • Social media costs Additional Information References • Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019 • California Code of Regulations, Title 13,
Division 2, Chapter 13 For additional questions, please contact the Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360 or via email at CGUGrants@chp.ca.gov. Page 6 of 6 ANNEX A Ineligible Expenses
for Law Enforcement Grant Opportunity Items Building/Facility Construction Chemical/Forensic Investigation Equipment (Pendar, BERLA, Gemini Chemical Identification Analyzer) Entertainment
Equipment Giveaways Equipment-Only Projects (Must Have Correlating CTFGP Grant-Funded Project Activity) Expenditures Outside the Project Period Facility Rental Food During Enforcement
Efforts (ex: Pizza at DUI Checkpoint) Frozen Positions Full Salary Positions Gifts Highway Construction, Maintenance, Design Land Law Enforcement Items (Spike Strips, Lidar/Radar, License
Plate Reader, Flock Cameras, e-site Printers, Station-Related Software) Liability Insurance Lobbying Costs Magnetic Decals (CTFGP Funded Vehicles) Mileage and Toll Costs (When Using
Agency Vehicles for Travel) Office Furniture and Fixtures Overhead Costs (ex: Microsoft Office Software, Cellular Plans, Vehicle Insurance & Maintenance) Personnel Time for Conference,
Seminar, or Workshop Attendance Professional Fees (ex: Membership Dues) Supplanting SWAT/Armored Vehicles Traffic Investigation Equipment (ex: 3D Scanners) Unapproved Trainings, Equipment,
and or Other Direct Costs Uniforms Utilities Weapons Vehicle Operations Training **The items listed above are provided as examples and do not constitute all ineligible costs**