Model Cities Initiative Grant

At a glance

• What: Council ratified submission of an application for about $11.1 million from the U.S. Department of Justice for the FY2026 Model Cities Initiative, after tabling it once.
• Where it stands: Tabled September 21, 2026; approved October 5, 2026, 8-1 (A. Cigarroa against). Award is pending.

Detail

• The grant would fund salaries, fringe benefits, supplies, equipment and technology over three years (36 months). No local match; no financial impact until awarded (Resolution 2026-R-216, sponsored by the Police Department).
• September 21: King moved to table to the next meeting, Rangel seconded; 9-0.
• October 5: Gutierrez moved, Rangel seconded. Vote 8-1: against A. Cigarroa.

Who did what

• King: Moved to table on September 21.
• Rangel: Seconded both motions.
• Gutierrez: Moved approval on October 5.
• A. Cigarroa: Voted against on October 5.
• Chief Rodriguez: Department presenting the grant.

Sources

• City Council regular meeting minutes (preliminary), September 21, 2026: https://cityoflaredo.legistar1.com/cityoflaredo/meetings/2026/9/1334_M_City_Council_26-09-21_Meeting_Minutes.pdf
• City Council regular meeting minutes (preliminary), October 5, 2026: https://cityoflaredo.legistar1.com/cityoflaredo/meetings/2026/10/1335_M_City_Council_26-10-05_Meeting_Minutes.pdf

Log

2026-10-05 - City Council

Item 40: pulled from consent and approved 8-1.

2026-09-21 - City Council

Item 49: tabled 9-0.