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Home My WebLink AboutResolutions - 2024.05.22 - 41228 AGENDA ITEM: Application to the Michigan Auto Theft Prevention Authority for the FY 2025 Funding DEPARTMENT: Sheriff’s Office MEETING: Board of Commissioners DATE: Friday, June 7, 2024 8:55 PM - Click to View Agenda ITEM SUMMARY SHEET COMMITTEE REPORT TO BOARD Resolution #2024-4084 Motion to approve the submission of the grant application to the Michigan Auto Theft Prevention Authority in the amount $1,636,010.73, with a grant match of $1,384,093.73, totaling $3,020,104.46 for the period of October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. ITEM CATEGORY SPONSORED BY Grant Penny Luebs INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is applying to the Michigan Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA), for grant funding in the amount of $1,636,010.73 with a required grant match of $1,384,093.73 totaling $3,020,104.46 for the period of October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. The ATPA encourages multijurisdictional agreements; Oakland County’s grant application includes one Detroit position and Detroit’s grant application includes one Oakland County Sheriff’s Office position. Each participating municipality is responsible for its match requirement. The application requests continuation funding for the following positions in the Sheriff’s Office: two (2) Special Revenue (SR) Full-Time Eligible (FTE) Sergeant positions (#4030901-10333 and 16163), five (5) SR FTE Deputy II positions (# 4030901 - 06108, 06109, 06147, 06148, and 11067). The application also includes a request to add one (1) SR FTE Senior Intelligence Analyst position ((#4030901) and delete one (1) SR Part-Time Non-Eligible (PTNE) 1,000 hours per year Court Park Deputy position (#4030901-12036). The application requests continuation funding for one (1) General Fund/General Purpose (GF/GP) FTE Deputy II position (#4030601-11149) contracted with the City of Pontiac. The grant application also requests funding for overtime, vehicles and mileage, investigative equipment and software, cell phones, membership dues, training, and office supplies. Funding for one (1) SR FTE Deputy II position (#4030901-10898) in the Sheriff’s Office, assigned to the Detroit ATPA program, one (1) unmarked vehicle with radio, overtime cost, and cell phone are requested under the City of Detroit ATPA grant application. BUDGET AMENDMENT REQUIRED: No Committee members can contact Michael Andrews, Policy and Fiscal Analysis Supervisor at 248.425.5572 or andrewsmb@oakgov.com or the department contact persons listed for additional information. CONTACT Curtis Childs, Undersheriff Gaia Piir, Sheriff Fiscal Officer ITEM REVIEW TRACKING Aaron Snover, Board of Commissioners Created/Initiated - 5/22/2024 AGENDA DEADLINE: 06/07/2024 6:00 PM ATTACHMENTS 1. Grant Review Sign-Off 2. FY2025 ATPA Grant Application_Redacted 3. Sheriff's Office ATPA FY2025 Grant Application HR Write Up COMMITTEE TRACKING 2024-05-14 Public Health & Safety - Recommend to Board 2024-05-22 Full Board - Adopted Motioned by: Commissioner Penny Luebs Seconded by: Commissioner Robert Hoffman Yes: David Woodward, Michael Spisz, Penny Luebs, Kristen Nelson, Christine Long, Robert Hoffman, Philip Weipert, Gwen Markham, Angela Powell, Marcia Gershenson, Yolanda Smith Charles, Charles Cavell, Brendan Johnson, Ajay Raman, Ann Erickson Gault, Linnie Taylor (16) No: None (0) Abstain: None (0) Absent: Karen Joliat, Michael Gingell (2) Passed GRANT REVIEW SIGN-OFF – Sheriff’s Office APP00147 GRANT NAME: FY 2025 Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) Grant FUNDING AGENCY: Michigan Dept of State Police, Automobile Theft Prevention Authority DEPARTMENT CONTACT PERSON: Sgt. Robert Negri / (248) 858-5247 STATUS: Application (Greater than $50,000) DATE: 04/30/2024 Please be advised that the captioned grant materials have completed the internal grant review. The returned comments are below. The Board of Commissioners’ liaison committee resolution and grant application package (which should include this sign- off and the grant application with related documentation) should be downloaded into Civic Clerk for the next agenda(s) of the appropriate Board of Commissioners’ committee(s) for grant acceptance by Board resolution. DEPARTMENT REVIEW Management and Budget: Approved – Sheryl Johnson (04/29/2024) Human Resources: Approved by Human Resources. Continues 9 positions, and requests to delete 1 PTNE position and create 1 FTE position. HR action will be needed. – Heather Mason (04/29/2024) Risk Management: Approved. No County insurance requirements. – Robert Erlenbeck (04/30/2024) Corporation Counsel: Approved with one minor modification to remove "Authorized Official" title so that Lt. Jacobs is listed only as the "Project Director". Advised Katie West of this via email on 4.26.24.– Sharon Kessler (04/29/2024) GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 1 of 16 AUTOMOBILE THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY (ATPA) GRANT APPLICATION OVERVIEW The ATPA was established in 1986 to reduce motor vehicle theft in Michigan. The ATPA provides grants on a competitive basis for programs to reduce motor vehicle theft. Grant funds cannot be used for any other purpose. Law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and organizations qualified as a 501(c)(3) non-profit are eligible to apply for an ATPA grant. Grants will only be awarded for enforcement, prosecution, community awareness, and prevention programs aimed at reducing motor vehicle theft. The grant application is available on the ATPA website at www.michigan.gov/atpa. The application form is located on the web page under “ATPA Forms.” Be sure to save these files to your computer before completing. Match Required: Non-profit organizations: •No matching funds are required. All other agencies, including law enforcement agencies and prosecuting attorney’s offices: •The matching fund requirement is 50 percent cash match of the total approved budget. Deadline: The application must be received on or before June 3, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Required: The following must be submitted: •Completed application with signatures and supporting budget documentation. •An 8 ½” x 11” map that displays the area served by the proposed project. In addition, non-profit organizations must provide: •A copy of the organization’s bylaws. •A copy of the organization’s Articles of Incorporation filed with the State of Michigan. •A copy of the organization’s determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service recognizing the organization’s tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Submission: Scan and email an electronic copy of the signature page. This should include the saved electronic version of your application with signatures and supporting documentation. These documents should be emailed to the ATPA at MSPATPA@michigan.gov. Keep a copy of the entire application for your records, including the instructions and any attachments. You DO NOT need to send a paper copy to the ATPA. For additional information or application assistance, contact the ATPA at MSPATPA@michigan.gov. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 2 of 16 ATPA GRANT CONDITIONS A.DURATION OF GRANT The grantee understands that grant initiatives may be planned over a period of years; however, each grant will be approved by the ATPA on a yearly basis. The grantee must submit an application each grant year if they wish to continue the grant beyond the initial grant period. The ATPA will approve renewal applications based on the grantee’s previous accomplishments and successes. B.IMPLEMENTATION OF GRANT PROJECT The grantee agrees to implement the grant within 90 days following the grant award effective date or be subject to automatic cancellation of the grant. C.PROJECT MODIFICATION (ATPA Project Modification Request form, GRANTS-034) 1.The grantee agrees not to make any modification of the approved budget including, but not limited to, the participating agencies, program, or budget, without the prior written approval of the ATPA. a.Grant revisions must be submitted via the GRANTS-034 form to the ATPA at least 30 days in advance of the need for the change. The revision must be approved by the ATPA before the modification may be implemented. 2.The grantee agrees to provide the ATPA with written notification of any changes in personnel to the grant project director position, financial officer, grant project contact, and grant-funded staff. 3.When an agency withdraws an employee from the ATPA team, the ATPA approved budget for that position will remain with the ATPA team. The grant project director must inform the ATPA immediately when the withdrawal occurs by completing and submitting the GRANTS-034 form. The vacant position will become unfunded unless filled within 30 days, or an extension request has been submitted via email to the ATPA and approved in writing by the ATPA. D.EXPENDITURES 1.The Grantee understands and agrees that all expenditures from the grant will: a.Be necessary for the proper and efficient administration of the grant and be allowable to it under the principles and standards provided herein. b.Be permissible under state and federal law and consistent with statewide policies, regulations, and practices. c.Not result in profit to the grantee or governmental unit. d.Be incurred on or after the date of authorization to proceed, or the first day of the grant period, whichever is later, and on or before the end of the grant period. e.Be adequately supported by source documentation. 2.The grantee agrees to use the approved purchasing practices and bid procedures required by the applicable agency, jurisdiction, or organization for expenditures involving grant activity. 3.The grantee agrees to maintain accounting records following generally accepted accounting principles for the expenditure of grant funds. The grantee agrees to record all revenues and expenditures in a fund or account separate from the grantee’s other funds or accounts. 4.The grantee understands that all state agency projects must have a legislative budget appropriation to accept ATPA funds. 5.The grantee agrees to maintain all documentation for costs incurred for a five-year period following the final payment of the grant. 6.Costs incurred prior to the starting date or after the ending date of the grant are ineligible for reimbursement. E.EQUIPMENT 1.The grantee understands that “equipment” is defined as any non-expendable, tangible, personal property having a useful life of more than one year and an acquisition cost of $5,000 or more per unit. Items with a useful life of more than one year, but with an acquisition cost of less than $5,000, will not be considered equipment for purposes of this grant. Any equipment purchased through a grant by a state agency must also adhere to all state equipment control procedures. 2.The grantee agrees that all equipment purchased under the grant will be used exclusively for motor vehicle theft prevention purposes, not only during the period of the grant but for the entire useful life of the equipment. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 3 of 16 F.RELEASE OF FUNDS Payments to all grantees will be made on a reimbursement basis. All payments are contingent on the grantee being compliant with all terms and conditions of the grant. G.RETURN OF UNEXPENDED FUNDS The grantee agrees to return all unexpended grant funds to the ATPA within 60 days after the grant is completed. The check shall be made payable to the "State of Michigan." H.GRANT PROJECT FUNDING Any additional funds received or granted as a result of motor vehicle theft prevention activities shall be used to enhance currently funded and/or future motor vehicle theft prevention programs. Funds received include, but are not limited to, forfeiture of cash and receipts from sale of property. I.AUDIT-MONITORING AND REVIEW 1.The grantee agrees to allow the ATPA and the State Auditor General, and any of their duly authorized representatives, access, for purposes of inspection, audit, monitoring, and examination, to any books, documents, papers, and records of the grantee which are related to this project. The ATPA conducts continual monitoring of the grant to ensure the grant funds have been spent in accordance with state and federal law, including, but not limited to, 1992 PA 174, the policies of the ATPA, and the grant terms and conditions. 2.The A TPA will conduct periodic program and financial reviews of the project. The purpose of these reviews will be to determine adherence to stated financial standards, project goals, and to review the progress of the project in meeting its objectives. J.GRANT TERMINATION The grantee understands that this grant project may be terminated if the ATPA concludes that the grantee is not in compliance with state and federal law, the terms and conditions of this grant, or has falsified any information. The ATPA may extend an opportunity for the grantee to demonstrate compliance. When the grant is terminated, the unexpended funds received and unexpended funds granted as a result of motor vehicle theft prevention activities shall be returned to the ATPA no later than 60 days after termination. K.TRAVEL In-state or out-of-state travel will be in compliance with current state travel guidelines and restrictions. The grantee agrees to notify the ATPA in advance for approval of any out-of-state travel utilizing grant funds. L.PERSONNEL COSTS As a condition of accepting the grant award, it is understood that grants issued to fund law enforcement or prosecuting attorney personnel will dedicate 100 percent of their regular work hours performing ATPA grant related work. N.REPORTING REQUIREMENTS Grantees must submit quarterly progress and expenditure (financial) reports in accordance with the schedule below. Both reports must be received prior to ATPA reimbursement, with the exception of non-profit organization advance payments. ORGANIZATION TYPE QUARTERLY PROGRESS AND FINANCIAL REPORTS DUE DATE Progress Reports (GRANTS-037) 10-01-24 to 12-31-24 01-30-25 Financial Reports (GRANTS-035) 10-01-24 to 12-31-24 01-30-25Law Enforcement Agency Progress Reports (GRANTS-037) 01-01-25 to 03-31-25 04-30-25 Prosecuting Attorney's Financial Reports (GRANTS-035) 01-01-25 to 03-31-25 04-30-25 Office Progress Reports (GRANTS-037) 04-01-25 to 06-30-25 07-30-25 Non-Profit Organization Financial Reports (GRANTS-035) 04-01-25 to 06-30-25 07-30-25 Financial Reports (GRANTS-035) 07-01-25 to 09-30-25 10-15-25 Progress Reports (GRANTS-037) 07-01-25 to 09-30-25 10-30-25 GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 4 of 16 ATPA GRANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Applicant Information Name of Applicant Organization: One organizational unit that will be responsible for the administration of the grant in accordance with the grant conditions (e.g., “City of (Blank) Police Department”). This organization will be the fiduciary for the grant. The fiduciary will be responsible for receiving and distributing grant funds to participating team members, receiving, and compiling reports from team members, and submitting grant reports quarterly to the ATPA via email. ATPA Grant Project Number: Number referenced on all grant documents (first-time applicants will not have a grantee project number). Grant Project Title: Short name (acronym). Authorized Official/Project Director: Individual authorized to enter into an agreement with the ATPA in order to accept grant funds. The ATPA will not pay the salary of the person in this position. This person cannot be the same as the Project Director. Project Contact: Individual responsible for the implementation of the grant and the submission of the progress reports. Project Financial Contact: Individual is responsible for gathering necessary financial information from team members and for preparing and submitting required financial reports. Program Information Provide narratives related to the goals, outcomes, trends, and initiatives of the grant project. Budget Detail Sworn Employees: “Sworn employees” are defined as police officers and assistant prosecutors with criminal investigative powers. Enter wages, the cost of fringe benefits, and overtime wages paid for each sworn employee. Add together wages, the cost of fringe benefits, and overtime wages paid and enter the total in the “Total Sworn” column. The “Total Sworn Employees” box at the bottom of the page will automatically add each identified cost for a grand total. Other Employees: “Other employees” include administrative assistants, motor vehicle theft prevention technicians, vehicle information number etching technicians, etc. Enter wages, the cost of fringe benefits, and overtime wages paid for each other employee. Add together wages, the cost of fringe benefits, and overtime wages paid, and enter the total in the “Total Other” column. The “Total Other Employees” box at the bottom of the page will automatically add each identified cost for a grand total. Vehicle Usage: “Vehicle usage” includes the lease/purchase of the vehicle, maintenance, mileage/gasoline, and necessary equipment based on your organizational type. Enter all vehicle usage in the columns provided. The total for this section must be manually added and entered in the “Total Vehicle Usage” box; this total does not automatically calculate. Field Operations: “Field operations” includes equipment and supplies necessary for field operations. Equipment is defined as any non-expendable tangible personal property having a useful life of more than one year and an acquisition cost of $5,000 or more per unit. Any equipment purchased through a grant to a state agency must also adhere to all state equipment control procedures. Include other costs related to the grant project. Adequate detail and justification must be furnished to support the costs included. Enter all field operations in the columns provided. The total for this section must be manually added and entered in the “Total Field Operations” box; this total does not automatically calculate. Office Operations: “Office operations” includes equipment and office supplies necessary for office operations, as well as other costs related to the project. Adequate detail and justification must be furnished to support the costs included. Enter all office operations in the columns provided. The total for this section must be manually added and entered in the “Total Office Operations” box; this total does not automatically calculate. Grand Total: You must manually add together “Total Sworn Employees,” “Total Other Employees,” “Total Vehicle Usage,” “Total Field Operations,” and “Total Office Operations” and enter your grand total in the “Total Amount” box. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 5 of 16 Eligible Expenditures: (All eligible expenditures listed below with identified amounts are the ATPA portion; agencies are responsible for appropriate match. Any expenditure not detailed below must have approval from the ATPA prior to acquisition/purchase.) -Regular salaries. -Longevity costs. -Fringe benefits (FICA, unemployment, workers compensation, retirement, life, medical, dental and vision insurance). -Overtime hours. Hours must not exceed twenty percent of the total sworn employees budgeted salary/fringe amount. This amount is cumulative for the team and can be utilized at the teams’ discretion. For grantees only paying overtime, this limit does not apply. - Travel and meals. Travel outside normal territory, not to exceed $3,000 per employee/per year. - Vehicle operation cost. Not to exceed: o Law enforcement agency - Calculated at $10,000 per employee/per year; costs are cumulative, notlimited per employee. Only vehicles engaged in road patrols/investigations are eligible. o Prosecutor’s office - $750 per assistant prosecuting attorney/per year for mileage and parkingreimbursement. o Non-profit organization - $1,500 per employee/per year for mileage reimbursement. -Office space or utilities. Requires prior approval. -Office furniture - Requires prior approval. -Copier purchase/usage. Not to exceed: o Law enforcement agency - $1,200 per year. o Prosecutor’s office - $1,200 per year. o Non-profit agency - $2,400 per year. -Phone installation. Prior approval is required. -Landline phone purchase/usage. Not to exceed: o Law enforcement agency and prosecutor’s office - $750 per person/per year. o Non-profit agency - $1,500 per year. -Office supplies. Not to exceed $200 per year/per person. -Investigative supplies for law enforcement agency (sworn employees only), not to exceed $300 per year/per person. -Computer purchase. Prior approval is required. -Cell phone purchase/usage. Prior approval is required. -Motor vehicle theft-related association dues, including dues to the International Association of Automobile Theft Investigators and Michigan Association of Vehicle Theft Investigators. -Training or conference for educational purposes relating to vehicle theft/fraud investigations. Prior approval is required. Ineligible Expenditures: (This is not an all-inclusive list. Prior approval is required for any expenditure(s) not listed below.) -Inordinate fringes, including, but not limited to, lump-sum payments (e.g., banked sick/vacation time, bonuses, pensions, health benefits, and holiday pay). -Health care benefit waiver bonuses. -Indirect costs. -Expenditure(s) incurred before or after the grant period. -Any administrative costs not directly related to the administration of this grant. -In-car terminals and system. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 6 of 12 -Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) usage fees. -Vehicle, liability, or professional insurance. -Non-motor vehicle theft related membership and agency dues. -Entertainment. -Expenditures in excess of approved budget. -Clothing/cleaning/gun allowance. -Emergency response compensation. -Show-up pay. -Educational incentives (e.g., college courses and trade schools). -First-class travel. -Costs in applying for this grant (e.g., consultants and grant writers). -Personnel, including law enforcement officers, not connected to the project to which this grant refers. -Fundraising and any salaries or expenses associated with the fundraising. -Legal fees. -Purchase of promotional items unless prior approval is received in writing. -Contributions and donations. -Fines and penalties. -Losses from uncollectible bad debts. -Purchases of land. -Military-type equipment such as armored vehicles, explosive devices, and other items typically associated with military arsenal. -Construction costs and/or renovation, including remodeling. -Expert witness fees. -Weapons, including tasers. -Conducting law enforcement operations with the intent of generating revenue for personal or agency gain through deceitful, fraudulent, unethical, or illegal methods. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 7 of 12 AUTHORITY: 1992 PA 174 COMPLIANCE: Voluntary, however, a grant will not be approved unless the complete application is submitted. FY 2025 ATPA GRANT APPLICATION Email signed application and all required documentation to MSPATPA@michiaan aov Do not send a paper copy Applicant Information Name of Applicant Organization ATPA Grant Number Oakland County Sheriff's Office 08-25 Applicant Mailing Address City State ZIP Code 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. Pontiac Ml 48341 Name of Governmental Unit (If applicable) Type of Governmental Unit Oakland County D State 0 City [] County D Other: Address of Governmental Unit (If different from above, include City, State, ZIP Code) Federal Tax ID Number Project Title Beginning Date of Grant Ending Date of Grant OCAT October 1, 2024 September 30, 2025 Project Area (City/Township/County) County of Oakland, City of Detroit All Agencies Participating in the Project (If cooperative effort) Oakland County Sheriff's Office/ City of Pontiac (contracting with Oakland County) Waterford Twp. City of Farmington Hills City of Hazel Park City of Royal Oak City of Southfield City of Detroit The undersigned understand and agree that a grant received as a result of this application is subject to 1992 PA 174, the policies of the ATPA, and the grant conditions, as outlined on pages 2-3. We certify that all information provided is true and accurate. Name and Title of AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL/PROJECT DIRECTOR Signature Date Signed Lt. Stephen Jacobs Authorized Official Mailing Address City State ZIP Code 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. Bldg. 38E Pontiac Ml 48341 Email Address Telephone Number Cell Fax jacobss@oakgov.com 248-452-9986 EXT.248-431-4727 - Name and Title of PROJECT CONTACT Signature Date Signed Sergeant Robert Negri Project Director Mailing Address City State ZIP Code 1200 N. Telegraph Rd . Bldg. 38E Pontiac Ml 48341 Email Address Telephone Number Cell Fax negrir@oakgov.com 248-858-5247 EXT.249-934-6350 - Name and Title of FINANCIAL CONTACT Signature Date Signed Andre Hatter Financial Contact Mailing Address City State ZIP Code Oakland Pointe Suite 1900, 250 Elizabeth Lake Rd. Pontiac Ml 48341 Email Address Telephone Number Cell Fax hatt era@oakgov.com 248-858-5466 EXT.-- ____________________ GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 8 of 16 Program Information LAW ENFORCEMENT 1.General Overview For the following section, provide specific, detailed explanation of existing motor vehicle theft/fraud issues in your jurisdiction. Include statistics and analysis that validate the issues identified. Describe, in detail, current program/project. New grantees can answer NIA for those questions that do not apply. What motor vehicle theft/fraud issues currently exist in your jurisdiction that warrant funding from the ATP A? One of the most significant vehicle theft/fraud issues in Oakland County is the theft of high-performance vehicles, specifically Dodge chargers, Challengers with high-end engines (Hellcat and Scat pack models), and Jeep Trackhawks. There is a high demand for these model vehicles because of the large engine and drive train. Key fob reprogramming is a common technique used for auto theft because thieves can easily acquire the technology needed to steal vehicles within minutes. As soon as the ignition is defeated by reprogramming a new key, thieves can quickly drive away with the vehicle and often go undetected. Rental car fraud is also a growing issue. Suspects use false identification to rent vehicles and then title-wash the vehicles out of state (removing information on the title by illegal or fraudulent means). They then sell the vehicles online to companies such as Car Offer or Carvana. These methods include identity theft, title fraud, and fraudulent credit applications. Vehicle dealership thefts are also an ongoing issue. For example, rental car fraud suspects use identity theft and falsified documents to purchase vehicles from a dealership. Once the vehicles have been driven off the dealer lot, they are taken out of state and sold to innocent buyers. Describe any existing organizations, partnerships, or community groups that are involved in the reduction of motor vehicle theft/fraud in your jurisdiction. Have you done any collaboration with them? If so , please advise of any successes you achieved. The Oakland County Auto Theft (OCAT) team continues working with Corporate Investigations at Stellantis (Chrysler) and General Motors. OCAT met with the Detroit Auto Dealers Association and provided recommendations on how area dealerships can take steps to protect themselves and how to help in prosecution. Advice was given on ways they can help lawmakers. The meeting was well received and will likely become an annual meeting if not more frequently. OCAT also collaborates with other Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) teams to identify groups of thieves targeting high-performance vehicles. OCAT meets with local car dealerships to discuss ways to limit auto theft. One strategy is to train dealership personnel to spot identity theft, such as falsified documents. Dealership management's response has been extremely positive, and the program is believed to have stopped multiple fraud cases. OCAT continues to collaborate with investigative teams and Home Depot's nationwide head of security. Any auto thefts that occur at a Home Depot in Oakland County are reported directly to the OCAT team. OCAT also continues partnerships with insurance companies, the Michigan Department of State, rental companies, and other law enforcement agencies. This incl udes, but is not limited to , identifying trends, patterns, suspects, and methods. Have you conducted any community outreach, presentations, or training that would help reduce motor vehicle theft/fraud in your jurisdiction? If so, what impact has it had? The OCAT team conducts a training session with every newly hired or promoted Deputy within the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. As part of the training, the Deputies are taught what to look for when on patrol. This means the new Deputies are actively searching for signs they are taught, rather than waiting to be dispatched. In addition, OCAT is involved with auto theft awareness training at Oakland County Sheriff's Office Citizen's Academy. The auto theft awareness course identifies how certain vehicles are targeted and how individuals can protect their property. These concepts have helped educate citizens to become more conscientious of what they can do to avoid becoming a victim of auto theft and/or fraud. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 9 of 16 Please list any training or equipment you have received from the ATPA in FY 2024. Please include any metrics or benefits it provided your team. Some OCAT team members will attend the North Central Regional Chapter (NCRC) of the International Association of Auto Theft Investigations (IAATI) conference in Grand Rapids; others will attend the IATTI conference in Orlando, FL, in August. These training courses and the ability to network with outside agencies are invaluable. This specialized training is only offered at these conferences and is critical in molding solid investigators. OCAT members also attended Covert Surveillance Training, Michigan Association of Vehicle Theft Investigators (MAVTI) courses, and Cellebrite training. The Cellebrite training has expedited cell phone downloads. Two drones were purchased during this grant period. The drones have allowed OCAT to conduct surveillance in areas without being detected. The team can monitor suspicious activity from 300 feet away without drawing attention. This will help avoid compromising the safety of the team and innocent bystanders by assessing the situation and determining the best course of action without alerting anyone of the team’s presence. License Plate Reader (LPR) cameras were also purchased and have become an invaluable tool in all investigations. The cameras are outstanding and have contributed to creating leads and prosecuting crimes that might have otherwise gone unsolved. LPR cameras have changed the game in Auto theft investigations. For FY2024, OCAT was able to outfit two additional vehicles with mobile LPR cameras. The team has had remarkable success in recovering stolen vehicles using mobile cameras. OCAT received five (5) quick-deploy license plate reader cameras. The cameras assist in gathering data in specific target areas to identify suspect vehicles for investigative leads. OCAT received gun/gear safes for undercover vehicles. The safes keep weapons and tactical gear secure when detectives are not in their vehicles. OCAT received two additional GPS trackers. The trackers allow OCAT’s north and south teams to track multiple suspects in different areas. With the increase in auto theft rings, covert surveillance has increased. The trackers are a great help with tracking suspects. OCAT received various equipment for executing search warrants, including ballistic shields, Halligan bars, breaching rams, bolt cutters, and a portable saw. The equipment is critical for the safety of all officers conducting search warrants. In FY 2025, the ATPA board is considering reimbursement for equipment at 100 percent. If this were approved, what equipment would you request including total dollar amount? (Please provide current quotes for all equipment requests.) OCAT requests the purchase of (1) Matrice 30T Drone. The drone will provide overwatch for search warrants and can be deployed for extended periods of time. The current quote is $16,200. OCAT is requesting software renewal for the 2 existing drones, which is on contract with Axon and costs $1,900/each or $3,800 total. OCAT requests to increase the Flock of quick-deploy LPR cameras from (5) to (10). The cameras will assist in gathering data in specific target areas that will identify suspect vehicles for investigative leads. The current quote for (5) additional cameras and service for (10) cameras is $50,000. OCAT requests the purchase of Flock enhanced search software. The software will aid in advanced searches and help with investigations. It will allow those searching the database to expand their search greatly. The current quote for this service is $45,000. OCAT requests the purchase of (2) additional TYR Tactical raid entry vests and additional tactical gear. The vests are for new team members and are the same as the ones previously purchased. The current quote is $6,683. OCAT requests funds for Vigilant LPR Investigative database renewal; the current quote is $34,060. OCAT is also requesting funds for Vigilant LPR license fee renewals for the mobile and deployable cameras, and the current quote is $6,928. OCAT requests funds for DataWorks fingerprint mobile fingerprint data renewal. The current quote is $1,010. OCAT requests funds for (2) holsters so all members have the same equipment. The cost is $228. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 10 of 16 OCAT requests the purchase of (2) Tacti Track GPS trackers and the renewal of the 4 current trackers. This will allow OCAT’s north and south teams to track multiple suspects in different areas. The increased surveillance of multiple suspects has increased the need for additional units. The current quote for 2 new trackers is $1,767. The quote for the renewal of the 4 existing trackers is $1,996. 2.Program Goals and Objectives For the following section, explain how you intend to combat, prevent, and reduce motor vehicle theft/fraud. Goals and objectives should be specific, measurable, realistic, and result oriented. What were your goals for the previous grant period, and did you achieve them? If yes, please provide data for your response. (For grant recipients from the prior year only.) One goal was to utilize the bait trailer and bait motorcycle. This goal was unmet due to rewriting policies and procedures regarding these tools. Another goal for OCAT was to increase proactive investigations of identity fraud and fraudulent vehicle purchases by locating and investigating those using fraudulent identities. OCAT continued to make dealerships more aware of fraudulent activities and increase the number of recoveries by utilizing mobile License Plate Readers (LPR), quick- deploy LPR cameras, and access to the LPR’s commercial database. OCAT continues to educate and inform the public about the possibility of fraudulent transactions when purchasing and selling vehicles online and in person. Businesses and citizens have contacted OCAT multiple times about suspected fraud and possible stolen vehicles. This has prevented false transactions and developed suspects for investigatory leads. OCAT also continues to educate dealerships on how to be aware of fraudulent activities. The response from dealership management has been extremely positive and is believed to have stopped multiple fraud cases. OCAT has also maintained alerts on the Oakland County Sheriff's website and attended community/neighborhood meetings. OCAT participates and provides awareness to the Citizens Academy on how vehicles are targeted and what individuals can do to protect their property. These concepts have helped educate citizens to become more conscientious of how they can avoid becoming a victim of auto theft and/or fraud. OCAT also attends intel meetings with outside agencies and corporations and shares suspect information and patterns. Identify new goals for the FY 2025 grant period and how you plan to attain the stated goals. One goal in FY2025 is to utilize our bait trailer and bait motorcycle since we could not deploy these tools in FY2024. Another of OCAT’s goals for FY2025 is to increase the number of recoveries made by utilizing mobile and stationary license plate readers. With the current mobile LPRs, OCAT has successfully recovered stolen vehicles. Additionally, OCAT plans to continue educating citizens on preventing thefts and reducing their chances of becoming victims. OCAT plans to continue meeting with dealerships and businesses to educate them on fraudulent identities, fraudulent purchases, and recognizing fraudulent activities. Identify significant accomplishments during the current grant year. OCAT worked a case in which two suspects were stealing high-end sports cars across Oakland, Macomb, and Livingston Counties. They utilized the key swap method and were responsible for the theft of over 16 vehicles. To gather evidence, detectives utilized LPRs, phone GPS tracking, and infotainment system downloads. The detectives set up surveillance and took the two suspects into custody, obtaining warrants for CCE and multiple UDAA charges. One of those suspects turned informant and began providing information on a major Auto Theft ring. OCAT Detectives worked closely with Troy SIU and developed a case involving 30 suspects across four states. The case is currently being reviewed at the Attorney General's office. Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Auto Theft Detectives, along with Detroit PD, have been working a case where trucks, trailers, and lawn equipment have been stolen from Detroit, Oakland Co. Macomb Co., U of M, Wayne State University, Auburn Hills, Rochester Hills, Melvindale, and Grand Rapids. Over $500,000 worth of property and vehicles were GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 11 of 16 recovered. The Wayne County Prosecutors office has issued - Criminal Enterprises- Conducting - Criminal Enterprise- Conspiracy - Stolen Property –Receiving and Concealing—$20,000 or more—Stolen Property—Receiving and Concealing—Motor Vehicle—2 count Computers—used to commit a crime. The case is being presented to the Oakland County Prosecutor's office, and additional charges are forthcoming. OCAT Detectives recently investigated a case where three suspects operated a snowmobile mileage rollback operation. Three search warrants were served at three different locations. Nine snowmobiles with altered mileage were recovered. The case was forwarded to the Oakland County Prosecutors Office for CCE and nine counts of odometer fraud. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 12 of 16 PROSECUTORS 1.General Overview For the following section, provide specific, detailed explanation of existing motor vehicle theft/fraud issues in your jurisdiction. Include statistics and analysis that validate the issues identified. Describe, in detail, current program /project. New grantees can answer NIA for those questions that do not apply. Describe any existing organizations, partnerships, or community groups that are involved in the reduction of motor vehicle theft/fraud in your jurisdiction. Have you done any collaboration with them? If so, please advise of any successes you achieved . What innovative prosecution methods have you implemented in your jurisdiction to ensure the maximum prosecution for automobile related crimes? Please list any training or equipment you have received from the ATPA in FY 2024. Please include any metrics or benefits it provided to your team. In FY 2025, the ATPA board is considering reimbursement for equipment at 100 percent. If this were approved, what equipment would you request including total dollar amount? (Please provide current quotes for all equipment requests.) 2. Program Goals and Objectives For the following section, explain how you intend to combat, prevent, and reduce motor vehicle theft/fraud. Goals and objectives should be specific, measurable, realistic, and result oriented. What were your goals for the previous grant period, and did you achieve them? If yes, please provide data for your response. (For grant recipients from the prior year only.) Identify new goals for the FY 2025 grant period and how you plan to attain the stated goals. Identify significant accomplishments during the current grant year. GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 13 of 16 Program Information NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY AND TRAINING GROUPS 1. General Overview For the following section, provide specific, detailed explanation of existing motor vehicle theft/fraud issues in your jurisdiction. Include statistics and analysis that validate the issues identified. Describe, in detail, current program/project. New grantees can answer NIA for those questions that do not apply. Identify your target population and the geographical target area. Are there unique characteristics or abnormalities in your jurisdiction? (i.e., specific victim groups, organized gang activity, etc.) Describe any existing organizations, partnerships, or other groups that are involved in the reduction of motor vehicle theMraud in your jurisdiction and describe how you work with them. What innovative methods have you implemented to combat, prevent, and/or reduce motor vehicle theft/fraud and list any successes related to those methods? 2. Program Goals and Objectives For the following section, explain how you intend to combat, prevent, and reduce motor vehicle theMraud. Goals and objectives should be specific, measurable, realistic, and result oriented. What were your goals for the previous grant period, and did you achieve them? If yes, please provide data for your response. (For grant recipients from the prior year only.) Identify new goals for the FY 2025 grant period, and how you plan to attain the stated goals. How will your organization raise awareness of the auto theft issue in your jurisdiction? GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 14 of 16 ATPA Budget Detail BUDGET FOR SWORN EMPLOYEES: Complete each column for each separate position; sworn employees are defined as police officers and assistant prosecutors with criminal investigative powers. Make sure to review overtime eligible guidelines prior to completion Attach additional pages as needed. Sworn Employees Name Title/Position Agency Wage, Fringes, Overtime Total Sworn 1 -Sergeant Oakland County Sheriffs Office Wages $106,102.00 Fringes $58,998.00 $198, 120.00 Overtime $33,020.00 Wages $106,102.00 2 -Sergeant Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $58,998.00 $198, 120.00 Overtime $33,020.00 Wages $89,340.00 3 -Deputy II Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $50,490.00 $167,796.00 Overtime $27,966.00 Wages $89,340.00 4 -Deputy II Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $50,490.00 $167,796.00 Overtime $27,966.00 Wages $89,340.00 5 Deputy II Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $50,490.00 $167,796.00 Overtime $27,966.00 Wages $89,340.00 6 Deputy II Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $50,490.00 $167,796.00 Overtime $27,966.00 Wages $89,340.00 7 Deputy II Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $50,490.00 $167,796.00 Overtime $27,966.00 Wages $89,340.00 8 -Deputy II Oakland County Sheriffs Office Fringes $50,490.00 $167,796.00 � Contracted with the City of Overtime $27,966.00 !Pontiac 9 -Detective Southfield Police Department Wages $92,623.00 Fringes $56,122.00 $178,494.00 Overtime $29,749.00 Wages $80,100.80 10 -Detective Hazel Park Police Department Fringes $52,719.58 $159,384.46 Overtime $26,564.08 Wages $98,697.00 11 -Detective Famungton Hills Police Fringes $44,850.00 $172,256.40 bepartment Overtime $28,709.40 12 -Detective Detroit Police Department Wages $82,009.80 Fringes $23,176.00 $126,222.80 Overtime $21,037.00 13 Wages $86,997.00 $160,676.40 • Detective Royal Oak Police Depa1tment Fringes $46,900.00 Overtime $26 779.40 Wages $86,997.00 14 -Detective Waterford Twp. Police Fringes $46,900.00 $160,676.40 Department Overtime $26,779.40 ".? ':l�n 776 A� TOTAL SWORN EMPLOYEES GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 15 of 16 GRANTS-031 (03/2020) MICHIGAN STATE POLICE Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Page 16 of 16 BUDGET FOR OTHER EMPLOYEES: Complete each column for each separate position; other empl oyees include administrative assistants, motor vehicle theft prevention technicians , vehicle information number etching technicians, etc. Other Employees Name Title/Position Agency Wage, Fringes, Overtime Total Other -Senior Intelligence Oakland County Sheriffs Office Wages $85,800.00 1 Fringes $45,651.00 Analyst Overtime $0.00 �131,451.00 Fringes $0.00 Overtime $0.00 TOTAL OTHER EMPLOYEES t1'H Ai:;:,t 01 p lease enter full grant request (agency portion PLUS ATPA portion) below. VEHICLE USAGE Vehicle Lease/Purchase: OCSO $15,000 x 7 = $105,000, Pontiac $15,000; Hazel Park PD $20,000, Farmington Hills PD $240,000 00 $20 000 Southfield PD $20 000 Roval Oak PD $20 000 Waterford Two. PD $20 000 Detroit $20 000 TOTAL VEHICLE USAGE $240,000.00 FIELD OPERATIONS Matrice 30T Drone (at 100% reimbursement) $16,200.00 Drone Software Renewal for 2 existing drones (at 100% reimbursement) $3,80000 (10)Flock Quick deploy LPR cameras (at 100% reimbursement) -increasing from (5) existing cameras $50,000.00 Flock enhanced search LPR search package (at 100% reimbursement) $45,000.00 (2)TYR Tactical Raid Entry vests & additional tactical gear (at 100% reimbursement)$6,92800 (2)new Tacti Tack GPS trackers (at 100% reimbursement)$1,767 00 Renewal of (4) Tacti Tack GPS trackers (at 100% reimbursement) $1,996.00 Vigilant LPR Investigative Database Renewal (at 100% reimbursement) $34,060.00 Vigilant LPR annual license fees for mobile and deployable cameras (at 100% reimbursement) $6,928.00 (2) Safariland holsters for new members (at 100% reimbursement)$228.00 DataWorks Fingerprint Mobile Data renewal (at 100% reimbursement) $1,010.00 Other Training & Travel 14 x $6 ,000/each (at 100% reimbursement) $84,000.00 TOTAL FIELD OPERATIONS $251,917.00 OFFICE OPERATIONS Supplies: 14 x $400 $5,60000 Investigative Supplies 14 x $600 $8,40000 Michigan Association of Automobile Theft Investigators Dues 15 x $20/person $ 260.00 International Association of Automobile Theft Investigators Dues: 15 x $50/person $ 750.00 Other: Cell phones: OCSO 7 x $1,500 = $10,500; Pontiac $1,500; Southfield PD $1,500; Hazel Park PD $1,500; Royal Oak $21,000.00 PD $1 500· Farminoton Hills PD $1 500· Detroit PD $1 500 Waterford Twn. 1 500 TOTAL OFFICE OPERATIONS $36,010.00 TOTAL AMOUNT REQUESTED $2,768,187.46 TOTAL EQUIPMENT REQUESTED AT 100 PERCENT $167,917.00 TOTAL TRAINING/TRAVEL REQUESTED AT 100 PERCENT $84,000.00 GRAND TOTAL (TOTAL AMOUNT REQUESTED PLUS TOTAL 100 PERCENT REQUESTED) $3,020,104.46 REQUEST: 1. That the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the submission of the grant application to the State of Michigan, Auto Theft Prevention Authority, for $1,636,010.73, with a grant match of $1,384,093.73, totaling $3,020,104.46 for the period of October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. 2. This application is requesting to delete one (1) SR Part-Time Non-Eligible (PTNE) 1,000 hours per year Court Park Deputy position (#4030901-12036) and create one (1) SR FTE Intelligence Analyst Senior position in the Sheriff Investigative and Forensic Services Administration (#4030901). PROPOSED FUNDING: Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) Grant. OVERVIEW: The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is applying to the State of Michigan, Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA), for grant funding in the amount of $1,636,010.73 with a required grant match of $1,384,093.73 totaling $3,020,104.46 for the period of October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. The ATPA encourages multijurisdictional agreements; Oakland County’s grant application includes one Detroit position and Detroit’s grant application includes one Oakland County Sheriff’s Office position. Each participating municipality is responsible for its own match requirement. The application requests continuation funding for the following positions in the Sheriff’s Office: two (2) Special Revenue (SR) Full-Time Eligible (FTE) Sergeant positions (#4030901-10333 and 16163), five (5) SR FTE Deputy II positions (# 4030901 - 06108, 06109, 06147, 06148, and 11067). The application also includes a request to add one (1) SR FTE Senior Intelligence Analyst position and delete one (1) SR Part-Time Non-Eligible (PTNE) 1,000 hours per year Court Park Deputy position (#4030901-12036). The application requests continuation funding for one (1) General Fund/General Purpose (GF/GP) FTE Deputy II position (#4030601-11149) contracted with the City of Pontiac. The grant application also requests funding for overtime, vehicles and mileage, investigative equipment and software, cell phones, membership dues, training, and office supplies. Funding for one (1) SR FTE Deputy II position (#4030901-10898) in the Sheriff’s Office, assigned to the Detroit ATPA program, one (1) unmarked vehicle with radio, overtime cost, and cell phone are requested under the City of Detroit ATPA grant application. It is requested that the Oakland County Board of Commissioners approves the submission of the grant application to the State of Michigan, Auto Theft Prevention Authority, for $1,636,010.73, with a grant match of $1,384,093.73, totaling $3,020,104.46 for the period of October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025. It is also requested that application and future acceptance of this grant does not obligate the County to any future commitment and continuation of this program is contingent upon continued future levels of grant funding. No budget amendment is required at this time. PERTINENT SALARIES FY 2024 *Note: Annual rates are shown for illustrative purposes only. SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFIT SAVINGS **Note: Fringe benefit rates displayed are County averages. Annual costs are shown for illustrative purposes only. Actual costs are reflected in the budget amendment. Class Gr Period Step 01 Step 12 Step 24 Step 36 Step 48 Step 60 Step 72 Step 84 Intelligence Analyst Senior 119 Bi-wkly Annual 2,391.31 62,174 2,507.36 65,191 2,623.47 68,210 2,739.52 71,228 2,855.63 74,246 2,971.70 77,264 3,087.81 80,283 3,203.87 83,301 Court Park Deputy 214 Hourly 23.4206 24.2006 24.9806 25.7611 26.5412 27.3211 Delete one (1) SR PTNE 1,000 hours/year Court Park Deputy position (#4030901-12036) Salary at Step 60 $27,321 Fringes @5.25% $1,434 Savings 1 Position ($28,755) Create one (1) SR FTE Intelligence Analyst Senior position Salary at Step 12 $65,191 Fringes @34.59% $22,550 Total Health Care Based Fringes $15,973 Cost 1 Position $103,714 Total Cost $74,959