Lowell Police Department Civilian Retention and Training Project

The City of Lowell, MA Police Department (LPD) is requesting $37,617 for the FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. This funding will be used to retain a Crime Analyst in the Crime Analysis and Intelligence Unit as well as a Grant Research Analyst and a Program Manager in the Research and Development Unit. As a result of significant decreases in local aid and grant funding in recent years, these positions would be in danger of being eliminated without the assistance of this JAG Local funding. Funds will also be used to support training to ensure the most up to date, evidence-based practices are being utilized throughout the department. Additionally, the department will purchase pamphlets, office supplies, and a translation service.