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Grant Funding for Austin Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention

Original title: Approve a resolution authorizing the submission of an application to, and acceptance of grant funding from, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (TxDMV Authority) to continue the Austin Police Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project. Fiscal impact: Funding in the amount of $1,496,234.90 is available from the TxDMV Authority. A City match of $347,394.50 is required and will be met by accounting for the base salary and fringe benefits of existing City positions assigned in part to the project.

Record date · May 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Austin City Council is considering a resolution to apply for and accept $1.49 million in grant funding from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles to continue the Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project. The city will provide a required $347,394 through the existing salaries and benefits of current police staff.

Why it matters

This resolution secures $1,496,234.90 in state funding to maintain specialized police operations focused on auto theft and burglary, utilizing existing city personnel to meet the required local ing contribution.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Austin Police Department

The department will continue to operate the Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project using the grant funds and existing staff.

Indirectly affected

Austin Taxpayers

The city's existing personnel budget is being utilized to meet the grant's matching requirement.

Key Facts

The City Council is authorizing an application for and acceptance of $1,496,234.90 in grant funding.
The funding is provided by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority.
The grant is designated for the continuation of the Austin Police Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project.
The city is required to provide a matching contribution of $347,394.50.

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The city match will be satisfied by accounting for the base salary and fringe benefits of existing city employees assigned to the project.
The resolution is filed under number 26-1742.
The item is currently listed as 'Agenda Ready' under the 'Consent' category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this grant require new city taxes?

No, the city's required is met by accounting for the existing salaries and benefits of current city employees already assigned to the project.

What is the purpose of this funding?

The funding is specifically for the continuation of the Austin Police Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project.

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In-kind matching strategy

The city is utilizing existing payroll and benefits as an 'in-kind' match to satisfy the grant requirement, avoiding the need for new cash appropriations.

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Connected Entities

Austin City Council, Austin Police Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project, Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority

OrganizationAustin City Council“The governing body considering the resolution.”Map →

otherAustin Police Auto Burglary and Theft Interdiction Project“The specific police program receiving the funding.”Map →

OrganizationTexas Department of Motor Vehicles’ Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority“The state agency providing the grant funding.”Map →

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