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FY 2015 Justice Assistance Grant Program

Award Information

Award #
2015-DJ-BX-0358
Location
Awardee County
Washington
Congressional District
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2015
Total funding (to date)
$11,584

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2015, $11,584)

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 program 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 grantee will utilize JAG funds to support law enforcement initiatives. Funds will be used to support personnel and purchase equipment. The goal of the project is to enhance the quality of life for inhabitants and visitors of Washington County by reducing crime and promoting public safety. NCA/NCF

Date Created: August 9, 2015