FY 2010 Justice Assistance Grant Program

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) allows states and units of local government, 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).

Multnomah County and the cities of Gresham and Portland will use JAG funds to support multiple initiatives aimed at preventing crime and enhancing law enforcement operations. Specific grant funded activity will include the purchase of Tasers, ballistic vests, and a robotic recon scout to be deployed via remote control during tactical operations. Staff training and the salary of a deputy district attorney, parole and probation officers, a training and development analyst, a Sheriff's deputy, a police technician, and officer overtime associated with targeted patrol efforts will also be supported. For grant administration purposes, the city of Portland will serve as the fiscal agent for this award.

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