City of Sumter Police Department Technology Grant Submission to assist with funding the replacement of antiquated computers in our marked patrol units.

The Sumter Police Department proposes that it will use this funding to replance the antiquated computers in some of the marked patrol vehicles.  These computers are an important tool for uniformed officers.  Officers utilize these computers to complete field based reporting such as incident reports, traffic collision reports and electronic ticketing.  This information is transmitted remotely withouth having the officer leave their patrol area to file their reports at the department.  This allows officers to remain proactive with enforcement activities in their patrol areas and increases availability to respond to calls for service.