SUBJECT:
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Billy Woods, Sheriff - Request Approval of 2023-2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program - Countywide
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INITIATOR: |
DEPARTMENT: |
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Caitlin Rath, Grants Coordinator |
Marion County Sheriff’s Office |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program is the primary provider of criminal justice funding to states and units of local government. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has set aside $114,686 for Marion County. The following programs will be funded through this allocation:
• Marion County Sheriff’s Office - $56,686
• Ocala Police Department - $32,000
• Marion County Courts - $10,000
• Dunnellon Police Department - $8,000
• Belleview Police Department - $8,000
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Grant revenue of $114,686 (No local match required)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to authorize the Chair to execute the letter to Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
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