RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF FUNDS, IF AWARDED, FROM THE NEW JERSEY OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FY-2026 NEXT GENERATION 9-1-1 GRANTS PROGRAM, PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40:20-1

The Passaic County Board of County Commissioners is authorizing the application for and acceptance of funds from the New Jersey Office of Information Technology (NJ OIT) FY-2026 Next Generation 9-1-1 Grants Program. The Passaic County Sheriff's Department meets the eligibility criteria for this grant, which aims to support Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) in upgrading equipment and encouraging PSAP consolidation.

Key Details:

• Grant Program: NJ OIT FY-2026 Next Generation 9-1-1 Grants Program.
• Applicant: Passaic County Sheriff's Department.
• Purpose: Upgrade PSAP equipment and support consolidation.
• Maximum Funding: The County is authorized to apply for and accept up to $339,720.00.
• Grant Period: July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027.
• Authorization: The County Administrator is authorized to submit the application and execute necessary documents. The resolution takes effect immediately.