The COPS Problem-Solving Management
Survey will be used to measure resource allocation and the
understanding of problem- solving information as it relates to
problem oriented policing in police agencies who are COPS
School-Based Partnership 1999 Grantees. The data collection will be
used to produce a final Problem-Solving Management Model. A
brochure and video will assist agencies in problem prioritization
and the allocation of resources in support of problem oriented
policing.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.