RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Resolution No. 2023/XXX authorizing the District Attorney, or designee, to apply for and accept funding in an amount not to exceed $1,239,181 from the Workers' Compensation Insurance Fraud Prosecution Program, and to execute a grant award agreement, and any extensions or amendments thereof, pursuant to State guidelines, with the California Department of Insurance for the investigation and prosecution of workers' compensation fraud cases for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approximately $1,239,181. 100% State, no County match. The grant will fund salaries and benefits for Deputy District Attorneys, Senior Inspectors, Legal Assistant, Forensic Accountant, and other staff assigned to the program. Supplantation is prohibited. This revenue is budgeted in fiscal year 2023-24. Approximate grant amount is based on current fiscal year 2022-23 award. Actual grant amount for fiscal year 2023-24 is determined after application submission.
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