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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 Department of Justice Asset Forfeiture Program.
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DEPARTMENT: Police Department
CONTACT INFORMATION: Chief Walter Horton. 919-918-7397
INFORMATION: At the September 1, 2020, Council meeting, more information was requested about the Department of Justice Asset Forfeiture Program and how it works, so the Council can decide if the police department will continue to participate in the program.
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 the Federal seizure programs.