Washtenaw County Sheriff's Marine Division Fleet Project

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).

Washtenaw County will use the JAG funds to purchase equipment, supplies, and to hire personnel. Specific purchases include a Boston Whaler 17 ft. boat, supplies to fully outfit the vessel, and administration costs for the staff in charge of the Marine Division. The acquisition of this vessel will increase safety for both residents and deputies.

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