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ATTACHMENT A 2011-DJ-BX-2532 City: La Habra The City of La Habra proposes to use the 2011 Justice Assistance Grant funding as follows: Purpose Areas: The purpose area is Law Enforcement. Program Narrative: Outline the Proposed program activities - The City of La Habra will use its 2011 JAG funds to improve the communications ability of its Special Weapons and Tactics Team. A new Crisis Throw Phone system will be purchased. This phone will enhance the communication capabilities of the team. The phone contains video cameras that provide valuable information to tactical operators. All video and audio is recorded and saved so it can be used in criminal proceedings. Provide a brief Analysis of the need for the programs - The current throw phone used for negotiations is outdated and is prone to connection problems. The picture quality on the video is very poor. There have been connection problems as the cord connecting the throw phone damages easily. Goals of the project: The goal of this project is to purchase a new Crisis Throw Phone system for the Special Weapons and Tactics Team. Strategies to be used for project: The total cost for the purchase of the Crisis Throw Phone system is $28,199. La Habra's entire portion of JAG funds ($14,357) will be used and the remaining funds necessary for the purchase will come from the City's funds. The purchase of the Crisis Throw Phone will be made in the United States. Project identifiers: See JAG Identifiers (attached) Equipment- Tactical Budget and Budget Narrative: Outline how JAG funds will be used to support and implement the program. Include a breakdown of costs (i.e. Personnel, Training/Travel, Equipment, Supplies, Consultants/Contracts, & an Other category) JAG funds will be used to purchase the Crisis Throw Phone system at a cost of approximately $28,199 2011-DJ-BX-2532 Page 24 of 38 20A-32