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Consideration to Continue the Use of Federal Seizure Funds
PURPOSE: The purpose of this item is for the Town Council to decide if the police department will continue to participate in the North Carolina Controlled Substance Act and Department of Justice Asset Forfeiture Program.
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DEPARTMENT: Police Department
CONTACT INFORMATION: Chief Walter Horton. 919-918-7397
INFORMATION: At the June 23, 2020, Council meeting, Council Member Slade requested a report on the police departments seized funds, detailing revenue, expenditures, source of the funds received, and how to discontinue participation in the program.
This information was provided to the Council on August 7 for their review.
FISCAL & STAFF IMPACT: Staff will continue to investigate and enforce controlled substance violations. Fiscally, the Town will have to consider increasing the police department’s budget to cover the expense of the items purchased with seizure funds if participation is discontinued.
RECOMMENDATION:r Staff recommends continued participation in both State and Federal seizure programs.