FY 2009 Justice Assistance Grant Program

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) allows states and units of local governments, including tribes, to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on their own state and local needs and conditions. Grant funds can be used for state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice, including for any one or more of the following purpose areas: 1) law enforcement programs; 2) prosecution and court programs; 3) prevention and education programs; 4) corrections and community corrections programs; 5) drug treatment and enforcement programs; 6) planning, evaluation, and technology improvement programs; and 7) crime victim and witness programs (other than compensation).

The city of Waynesboro will use its Fiscal Year 2009 JAG award towards law enforcement equipment for the police department. Specifically, funds will be used to purchase tactical flashlights, STX holsters, tasers, and taser batteries. Tasers have the ability to assist officers in overcoming combative offenders in a safer and more efficient manner. This project will enhance the police department's ability to provide professional and efficient service to its citizens.

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