CAR Recap Cybercrimes Award.docx

FINANCE 
 
 
 
                                                           
 
                  
 
530 E. MONROE AVE. • BUCKEYE, AZ • 85326 
WILLIAM KAUPPI • WKAUPPI@BUCKEYEAZ.GOV • BUCKEYEAZ.GOV 
 
U.S. Department of Justice: Office on Violence Against Women Fiscal Year 2025 Local Law Enforcement Grants 
for Enforcement of Cybercrimes Program – Summary Recap 
 
Project Description:   
The Buckeye Police Department prevents, enforces, and prosecutes cybercrimes against individuals with a 
focus on adult and young adult cybercrime victims. Cybercrimes against individuals are defined as criminal 
offenses that involve the use of a computer to harass, threaten, stalk, extort, coerce, cause fear to, or 
intimidate an individual without their consent to distribute intimate images of an adult, except that use of a 
computer need not be an element of the offense. The project will cover a full-time Forensic Analyst’s salary, 
benefits, and training for 36 months. This grant award will support training for select officers to identify and 
protect victims of cybercrimes. The Buckeye Police Department’s goal is to reduce investigative case time, 
increase prosecution, and conduct community education campaigns regarding cybercrime and domestic 
violence prevention. This community outreach and education will help build the community’s trust in the 
Buckeye Police Department and encourage community members to feel comfortable contacting the police 
when in need. By approving this grant award, the Buckeye City Council approves the addition of the Forensic 
Analyst position to the Buckeye Police Department.  
 
Project Cost: 
 $ 700,000 (over a 36-month period) 
 
Required Match: 
 $ 0 (over a 36-month period) 
 
Grant Amount:  
 $ 700,00.00 (over a 36-month period) 
Plans Once Grant Expires:  
 
After all grant funds have been expended and after the 36-month grant period of performance has 
expired, the City of Buckeye will have the following options regarding the Forensic Analyst: retain the 
position, terminate the position, or research alternative funding opportunities in which the Grants Team 
will pursue.  
Objectives and Expected Outcomes:  
 
 The addition of a Forensic Analyst position will benefit the Buckeye Police Department as an effective 
means to combat cybercrimes committed against individuals in the community. The addition of a 
dedicated Cybercrimes Forensic Analyst will significantly enhance the City’s ability to investigate, prevent, 
and respond to technology-related criminal activity. As community reliance on digital platforms grows, so 
does the risk of cybercrime. This strategic investment in public safety positions the city to safeguard its 
residents and protect its economic vitality. 
Time Period for the Grant: 
     Fiscal year 2027 through fiscal year 2030