2010 JAG Grant

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).

Wayne County, serving as the fiscal agent for this award, will share the JAG award with 17 jurisdictions within the county. In a disparate situation, the units of local government must apply for an award with a single, joint application. Each jurisdiction's allocation will be used for activities and projects that will provide meaningful and measureable outcomes consistent with the goals of the JAG program. The jurisdictions will utilize the funds for law enforcement technology and equipment, patrol vehicles, crime prevention and education, officer overtime, professional training, and other enhancements to law enforcement services. The goals of these projects are to prevent and control crime, improve public safety, and increase the efficiency and effectiveness of law enforcement.

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