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A resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, and the City of Knoxville, acting by and through the Knoxville Police Department, regarding participation in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
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Whereas, the Knoxville Police Department (hereinafter “KPD”) is the lead agency which administers and operates the Tennessee Internet Crimes Against Children (hereinafter “ICAC”) Task Force; and,
WHEREAS, the agreement allows the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (hereinafter “MNPD”) to join the ICAC Task Force for the primary purpose of investigating internet crimes against children; and,
Whereas, MNPD will benefit from resources, training, and technical assistance, and KPD will benefit from the investigative support provided by MNPD pursuant to this intergovernmental agreement; and,
Whereas, it is to the benefit of the citizens of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County that this intergovernmental agreement be accepted.
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Council of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County:
Section 1: That the intergovernmental agreement by and between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, and the City of Knoxville, acting by and through the Knoxville Police Department, regarding participation in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby approved.
Section 2: That this resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.
Agenda Analysis
Analysis
This resolution approves an intergovernmental agreement between the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) and the Knoxville Police Department (KPD) regarding participation in the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. KPD is the lead agency which administers and operates the Tennessee ICAC Task Force. This agreement allows MNPD to join the ICAC Task Force for the primary purpose of investigating internet crimes against children.
This agreement governs the relationship between KPD and MNPD, including the delineation of responsibilities and expectations of the parties. KPD agrees to provide MNPD with the most current required guidelines for the operation of the ICAC unit, provide access to the Task Force Commander/point of contact, provide technical assistance and training, among other responsibilities. MNPD agrees to adhere to the most recent Department of Justice ICAC Program Operational and Investigative Standards, investigate cybertips in its jurisdiction, and work with prosecutors when necessary, among other responsibilities. This agreement will remain in effect indefinitely unless terminated by either party.