Agenda Date: 11/17/2026
Subject:
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Resolution 80-2026: Affirming compliance with SB 25-310 and authorizing the Littleton Police Department to receive and expend funds from the Peace Officer Training and Support Fund for permissible purposes
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From: |
James L. Becklenberg, City Manager |
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Prepared by: |
Gene Enley, Chief of Police |
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Presentations: |
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PURPOSE:
As required by SB 25-310, a resolution is needed by the City of Littleton stating the local government will expend money awarded by the department from the fund only in accordance with the requirements of SB 25-310.
LONG-TERM OUTCOME(S) SERVED:
Safe Community
DISCUSSION:
At the November 2024 statewide election, voters approved Proposition 130, which requires the state to provide $350 million in additional funding to local law enforcement officers. Permissible activities for the use of funds include:
• Recruitment of peace officers
• Hiring of additional peace officers to address specific geographic areas or specific types of criminal activity
• Initial and continuing education and training for peace officers
• Compensation for peace officers
BACKGROUND:
In 2024, a statewide election created the Peace Officers Training and Support Fund. Each law enforcement agency will receive $15,000 for recruitment, training, and retention. The remaining amount of funds will be divided by the number of officers and staff reported in the state system to determine the dollar amount per officer/staff.
Prior Actions or Discussions
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FISCAL IMPACTS:
Without the resolution, the City and the Police Department would not be eligible to participate in the statewide distribution of funds.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the passing of the resolution.
ALTERNATIVES:
N/A
PROPOSED MOTION:
Proposed Motion
I move to approve Resolution 80-2026 affirming compliance with SB 25-310 and authorizing the Littleton Police Department to receive and expend funds from the Peace Officer Training and Support Fund for permissible purposes.