202-18 Exhibit A - Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Application.pdf

Help/Frequently *Prefix Chief Asked Questions Name Prefix:(Other) GMS Home *First Name James Middle Initial (if any) Log Off *Last Name Abbott Suffix Name Suffix:(Other) *Title Chief of Police *Address Line 1 66 Main Street Address Line 2 *City West Orange County *State New Jersey *Zip Code 07052-5404 *Phone 973-325-4030 Ext : Fax -- *E-mail policechief@wopd.org I have examined the information provided here regarding the signing authority and certify it is accurate. I am the signing authority, or have been delegated or designated formally as the signing authority by the appropriate authority of official, to provide the information requested throughout this application system on behalf of this jurisdiction. Information regarding the 1 of 2 8/15/2018, 4:41 PM

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BJA FY 18 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Pro... https://grants.ojp.usdoj.gov/gmsexternal/applicationReview.do BJA FY 18 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program - Local Solicitation 2018-H3652-NJ-DJ Application Correspondence Application: Review SF-424 Print a Copy Application Handbook APPLICATION FOR 2. DATE SUBMITTED Applicant Identifier FEDERAL ASSISTANCE August 15, 2018 Overview 1. TYPE OF SUBMISSION 3. DATE RECEIVED BY State Application Identifier STATE Applicant Application Non-Construction Information 4. DATE RECEIVED BY Federal Identifier FEDERAL AGENCY Project Information 5.APPLICANT INFORMATION Budget and Program Legal Name Organizational Unit Attachments Township of West Orange West Orange Police Department Address Name and telephone number of Assurances and the person to be contacted on Certifications 66 Main Street matters involving this West Orange, New Jersey application Review SF 424 07052-5404 Abbott, James (973) 325-4030 Submit Application

Abbott, James (973) 325-4030 Submit Application 6. EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) 7. TYPE OF APPLICANT 22-6002396 Township Help/Frequently 8. TYPE OF APPLICATION 9. NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY Asked Questions New Bureau of Justice Assistance GMS Home 10. CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE 11. DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT Log Off NUMBER: 16.738 Township of West Orange- Edward CFDA Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance TITLE: Program Grant FY 2018 Application 12. AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJECT Township of West Orange 13. PROPOSED PROJECT 14. CONGRESSIONAL Start Date: October 01, 2018 DISTRICTS OF End Date: September 30, 2020 a. Applicant b. Project NJ10 15. ESTIMATED FUNDING 16. IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE

16. IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE Federal $11,191 EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 Applicant $0 PROCESS? State $0 Program has not been selected by state for review Local $0 Other $0 1 of 2 8/15/2018, 4:41 PM

BJA FY 18 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Pro... https://grants.ojp.usdoj.gov/gmsexternal/applicationReview.do Program Income $0 17. IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT? TOTAL $11,191 N 18. TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATION PREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT, THE DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED. 2 of 2 8/15/2018, 4:41 PM

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PROJECT ABSTRACT APPLICANT NAME Township of West Orange (West Orange Police Department) Areas Affected by Project: Township of West Orange Estimated Funding: $11,191.00 PROJECT TITLE Township of West Orange- Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant FY2018 Application BRIEF DESCRIPTION The Township of West Orange Police Department (WOPD) is applying for funds through the FY2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant. The Township’s request aligns with the DOJ’s 2018 JAG priority for Officer Safety and Wellness. With the requested funds, the WOPD will improve effectiveness in communications, management, leadership and overall efficiency for our officers. This in turn will help all divisions of our Department meet our goal to assure safer and enhanced operations by the WOPD. In addition, the technological equipment requested will help employ more effective strategies for officers to aid in achieving this goal. By requesting both training and technology, the WOPD will develop a more effective, data-driven, and multi-pronged approach that employs a combination of valuable resources to effectively meet its goal. The WOPD is a proactive and response-driven agency that strives to protect and meet the public safety needs of the Township of West Orange. Our Department has witnessed many changes over the years, yet have maintained the traditions of serving the community with the utmost integrity, while improving efficiency and effectiveness. Our Department advocates for a high level of teamwork within our organization and collaboration with citizens and local groups. PROJECT IDENTIFIERS CRIME PREVENTION CONFERENCES AND TRAINING DATA SHARNIG LINKAGE LICENSE PLATE READERS COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER SAFETY EQUIPMENT -- GENERAL OFFICER WELLNESS

Township of West Orange- Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant FY2018 Application Program Narrative A. Description of the Issues The Township of West Orange, New Jersey, is the fifth largest municipality in Essex County, with an area of 12.1 square miles, a population of approximately 47,000, and a daytime population that swells to about 100,000. Because of the Urban Rim District that exists along the border of West Orange and Orange, the Township considers itself a suburban/urban community that serves as the County’s transition area from a largely depressed urban environment to a middle-class suburban community. The Township has a racial/ethnic breakdown of approximately 47% White/Non- Hispanic, 25% Black/African-American, and 19% Hispanic/Latino. About 7.2% of the population is living at or below the poverty line. According to the 2017 Uniform Crime Report prepared by the NJ State Police, West Orange registered a 9.5% increase in crime compared to 2016. In March 2011, the Township of West Orange laid off a total of eight officers and demoted 16 others in an effort to plug a $3.4 million budget gap. Based on continued economic hardship, the WOPD’s strength of force has remained nearly the same since this time, and the consequences of these cuts have become apparent. In 2016 alone, the crime rate in West Orange rose nearly 18% (Uniform Crime Report). Violent crime saw an increase of 7%. While the WOPD had a total of 77 violent crimes in 2011, the year the cuts were made, in 2016 the WOPD reported a total of 106. This represents a 37% increase in violent crime in only five years. This increase runs counter to a general statewide decrease in violent crime. According to the Uniform Crime Report Urban-Suburban-Rural Crime 5-year Comparison 2011/2015 Summary Analysis, urban and suburban communities in New Jersey experienced the largest percentage decrease in violent crimes, a drop totaling 16%. The State as a whole saw a decrease in violent crimes from 2015 to 2016 totaling 4%, as well as a general decrease in all crime totaling nearly 4% (Uniform Crime Report). This represents a positive trend, as violent crime also decreased from 2014 to 2015 by 1%. Violent crime has decreased in several major cities in New Jersey, including Newark and Camden. Even some communities that saw bumps in violent crime only witnessed slight increases. While many

by 1%. Violent crime has decreased in several major cities in New Jersey, including Newark and Camden. Even some communities that saw bumps in violent crime only witnessed slight increases. While many neighboring urban towns have witnessed decreases in violent crime, West Orange’s numbers have gone up. This data points to the fact that the WOPD needs to take a proactive stance to improve efficiency and increase capacity for our officers to implement approaches to counteract a disproportionate increase in crime compared to neighboring communities. To do so, with this project the WOPD will send command-level officers to specific trainings for leadership programs for public safety personnel. With this advanced training, the overall operation of the WOPD will be more efficient and improve capacity and therefore safety for officers. As a result, this will maximize our force’s resources for the benefit of resident safety. Once funding is secured, the proposed training and education project will commence for the two-year period, as per grant program guidelines. Two officers will attend the selected courses per semester until all officers complete the courses. The WOPD has selected the Executive Leadership Program for Public Safety Personnel offered by Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey. This course is designed for law enforcement/public safety managers with leadership and command responsibilities. The WOPD will also send three officers to the FBI-LEEDA trilogy of courses. This includes the Supervisor Leadership Institute, Command Leadership Institute and Executive Leadership Institute. These courses are utilized 1