HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2026-118, Authorizing Execution of FY2027 Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) Enforcement Grant Agreement
Resolution No. 2026 – 118
Authorizing Execution of FY2027 Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) Enforcement Grant Agreement
Whereas, the City of Fridley recognizes the importance of the safe and efficient movement of
traffic in and through the community; and
Whereas, the City of Fridley Police Division works to improve the safe and efficient movement of
traffic through education and enforcement; and
Whereas, in recognition of the adverse impact on lives and property resulting from impaired or
negligent driving and the non-use of seat belts, the State of Minnesota, Minnesota Department of
Public Safety, and the Office of Traffic Safety have developed the Toward Zero Deaths (TZD)
Enforcement Program to fund traffic safety education and enforcement; and
Whereas, the Office of Traffic Safety has awarded the Fridley Police Department $42,050 in TZD
Enforcement Grant funds for the period from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the City of Fridley Police Division enter into a grant
agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, for traffic safety enforcement projects
during the period from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
Be it further resolved, that the Director of Public Safety is hereby authorized to execute such
agreements and amendments as are necessary to implement the project on behalf of the City of
Fridley and to be the fiscal agent and administer the grant.
Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 12th day of October, 2026.
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Dave Ostwald – Mayor
Attest:
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Melissa Moore – City Clerk