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October 20, 2009

Operation IMPACT Tools

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: TBA

Description:

Criminal Justice Services to support the efforts of local officials and their State partners to develop and implement problem-solving strategies. These awards will be directed towards one or more of the four components of Operation IMPACT and in response to a documented local crime problem. In fact, the proposed “tool” to be funded must specifically target the documented local crime problem identified in the narrative part of
the application. The following “tools” will be considered for funding and are not in priority order.

Enforcement Operations
Training
Technology
Equipment
Prisoner Reentry
Victim/Witness Assistance
Crime Prevention
Crime Analysis – Full or Part Time Personnel with fringe benefit expenses, or onsultant, for the position of Crime/Intelligence Analyst(s) and/or Research Partner.

Eligibility

The following jurisdictions are eligible to apply for funding under this solicitation:
1. Any municipality, consortium of municipalities, or municipal/county government combination located in the forty counties outside of the City of New York which are not participating in Operation IMPACT.

2. Municipalities located in an IMPACT county which are not receiving funds through an existing Operation IMPACT initiative.

3. Not-for-profit organizations which are partnered with a local law enforcement or criminal justice agency and participating in a local crime reduction or prevention strategy are eligible to receive funding if the funds are passed through an eligible municipality.

Organization Information:

Organization: New York Division of Criminal Justice Services
Website: http://criminaljustice.state.ny.us/index.html

More Information:
http://criminaljustice.state.ny.us/ofpa/pdfdocs/2009impacttoolsnycrfp.pdf

Police Equipment Grant – Washington

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: Available late fall every year

Description:

Funds for equipment from the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs Grants. Intended for local law enforcement.

Organization Information:

Organization: Washington Traffic Safety Commission
Website: http://www.wtsc.wa.gov

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Penny Nerup
Contact Email: pnerup@wtsc.wa.gov
Contact Phone: (360)753-3022

More Information:
http://www.wtsc.wa.gov/grants/grants.php

Interoperable Emergency Communications Grant Program (IECGP)

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: January 2010 est

Description:

In 2006, Congress mandated that $1 Billion for Public Safety Interoperable Communications be administered by the Department of Commerce. Originally, the program was intended to be a one-time opportunity, but the newest authorizing statute for homeland security has extended the program (now called the Interoperable Emergency Communications Grant Program) through 2012.

IECGP provides governance, planning, training and equipment funding to states, territories, and local and tribal goverments to carry out intiiativest to improve interoperable emergency communications.

Eligible applicants under the FY 2009 IECGP are the SAAs of the 56 states and territories. To find the SAA for your state, please link to the following website: http://www.dhs.gov/xgovt/grants/index.shtm. Local agencies cannot apply for or receive grant funds directly; however, local agencies can apply through and receive funding from the SAA through the pass-through process.

State Contacts & Grant Award Information:

Organization Information:

Organization: U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Website: http://www.dhs.gov/

COPS Methamphetamine Initiative – Alabama

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date:

Description:

Background

The use of methamphetamine, a central nervous system stimulant often referred
to by its street names such as crank, speed, ice, or crystal, has been a persistent
problem for law enforcement agencies across the United States in recent years.
Methamphetamine is cheap and addictive, and was traditionally developed in
clandestine laboratories which were often located in remote areas.
Methamphetamine spread quickly, most noticeably in rural areas, largely due to the
simple preparation methods used as well as manufacturers having easy access to
the necessary precursor chemicals. In more recent years, changing trends in
methamphetamine production and distribution have created new obstacles for law
enforcement and public health agencies. While law enforcement efforts and
precursor chemical sale restrictions have been successful in decreasing the
domestic production of methamphetamine, foreign drug traffickers have capitalized
on this decreased availability by quickly expanding their avenues of
methamphetamine distribution as users have sought out new, reliable supplies.

Alabama COPS Methamphetamine Grant Executive Summary

Alabama’s methamphetamine production, distribution and use continues to have far-reaching effects on the state’s criminal justice system. Programs supported by the multi-agency initiatives are designed to respond to illicit methamphetamine trafficking, and problems associated with manufacturing, and producing, methamphetamine.

In 2004 a total of 285 individuals were arrested for manufacturing methamphetamine, 49 for distributing and 256 for possession. The trend beginning in 2001 was 49 adults and juveniles arrested for methamphetamine, 2002—250, 2003—324, 2004—590 and 2005—601 which amounts to an 1126.5% increase over the five year period.

Alabama’s current network of criminal justice agencies are in need of enhanced resources, to investigate, develop intelligence and prevent methamphetamine operations from continuing the trend of increasing criminal activities while infesting Alabama’s citizens with methamphetamine. Illegal drug trafficking in Alabama is complex because of the geography, climate, proximity to the gulf coast and the developed river systems. Alabama’s system of airports serves as entry points for drugs arriving by light aircraft. A significant number of the airports are in isolated areas or in counties with law enforcement agencies under equipped to effectively combat the incidence of organized drug operations and violent crime.

The Alabama Legislature passed a precursor law which has caused a reduction in the number of local methamphetamine labs. Currently indications are that methamphetamine is being imported from Mexico.

Methamphetamine abusers maintain the high for as long as possible becoming hyperactive, both mentally and physically, which increases domestic violence and assaults on law enforcement. Criminal Justice agencies require specialized training and resources to protect the public and prevent methamphetamine abuse.

Many of Alabama’s counties are unable to financially support effective measures to combat the current increases in methamphetamine related crime. Approximately 60% of Alabama’s police departments are five men or less with sheriffs departments statewide averaging 35 sworn officers, however, when the 4 larger counties are subtracted the average declines to 23 sworn officers per department. Effective enforcement of methamphetamine related crime requires specialized training, personnel, intensive investigation and surveillance efforts, and specialized equipment. Specialized enforcement resources are beyond the reach of the majority of Alabama’s jurisdictions. Rural counties throughout Alabama serve as the entry point for methamphetamine being smuggled into the state; also concealed labs are located in isolated areas. By increasing cooperation, and specializing training results that are otherwise unattainable will be enhanced throughout the state.
Project Description

Alabama’s project will be to provide training to an estimated 12,428 law enforcement officers at five locations around the state. The training curriculum will make available resources to the state’s 386 police departments and 67 sheriff’s agencies. Training will also be made available to Department of Health and Human Services personnel, education personnel and Alabama parole officers.

Alabama is proposing that all first responder officers be trained in the investigation and recognition of the characteristics of illicit labs. Additionally, the curriculum will address issues of child endangerment, procedures to remove underage individuals from the immediate danger, and contacting appropriate resource agencies that are charged with the responsibility of caring for juveniles. Training will also include intelligence gathering procedures, including criteria to enter information into Alabama’s intelligence systems that share information with the several state law enforcement agencies.

The training schedule will include presentations for two years. Information imparted to law enforcement officers through training will increase their effectiveness at presenting accurate and beneficial to the public.

Contact

Randy Ray
Program Manager
(334) 353-3771
randy.ray@adeca.alabama.gov

Tom Goree
Program Manager
(334) 242-5831
tom.goree@adeca.alabama.gov

Organization Information:

Organization: Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs

Website: http://www.adeca.state.al.us/default.asp

More Information:
http://www.adeca.state.al.us/txtlstvw.aspx?LstID=e0088237-3d44-4f57-8a49-c2d5f3d3988d

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant – Arkansas

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: April 2010 est

Description:

Criminal Justice Programs – Drug Law Enforcement Program

This section is responsible for the management of a federal grant program that supports improvements in the State’s criminal justice system. This grant program provides funds to cities and countries, prosecuting attorneys, state courts and state agencies. Grant programs operated through this section include the Edward Byrne Memorial Drug Law Enforcement Program (DLEP) for narcotics enforcement and violent crime control.

This grant program has varying eligibility requirements, and a twenty-five pecent, match requirement. Grant funds are made available for application after the state receives notification of a state level grant award. All federal grant funds are made available through the Department of Justice.

Organization Information:

Organization: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/index.html

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Harold Clayton
Contact Email: harold.clayton@dfa.arkansas.gov
Contact Phone: 501-682-1074

More Information:
http://www.arkansas.gov/dfa/igs/igs_index.html

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant – Louisiana

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: April 2010 est

Description:

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program allows states and local governments to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control drug trafficking, drug related crime, and violent crime. Based on their own local needs and conditions, agencies are provided with the flexibility to prioritize and place justice funds where they are needed most.

Jag funds can be used for state and local initiatives, technical assistance training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice for any one or more of the following purpose areas:

Law enforcement programs.
Prosecution and court programs.
Prevention and court programs.
Corrections and community corrections programs.
Drug treatment and programs.
Planning, evaluation, and technology improvement programs.

Local agencies apply for funding through the District Local Law Enforcement Planning Councils and the statewide agencies apply through the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement.

Organization Information:

Organization: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/index.html

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Yvonne Steele
Contact Email: yvonnes@cole.state.la.us
Contact Phone: 225-922-0258

More Information:
http://www.lcle.state.la.us/programs/byrnejag.asp

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant – Kentucky

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: April 2010 est

Description:

Edward Byrne Memorial State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance

Program Description: Federal formula grant program which awards monies to states based on a formula consisting of a base amount of 0.25 percent of the total allocation plus Kentucky’s relative share based on population. Funds are available from 28 program areas and are used to create safer communities and improved criminal justice systems.

Who Can Apply: State and local criminal justice system agencies via a unit of local government.

Funding Cycle: July 1 – June 30. Programs may be funded for up to four years (multi-jurisdictional drug enforcement task forces are excluded from this restriction).

Match Required: A minimum of 25% cash.

Other Requirements: States are required to develop a comprehensive strategy plan. 33% of the federal funds awarded to Kentucky must be passed through to locals units of government.

Allowable Uses: Funds may be awarded in 28 authorized purpose areas that are likely to reduce crime, promote public safety, and improve the overall operation of the criminal justice system. A BJA Fact Sheet is available upon request.

Non-fundable Items: Construction (except penal facilities) is prohibited.

Application Deadline: Mid-May.

Review Process: Applications receive a financial and programmatic review; deficiencies are addressed; and recommendations are made for award.

Grant Monitoring: Desk monitoring, quarterly program reports and field monitoring.

Federal Web Site: www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bja/

Organization Information:

Organization: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/index.html

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Tanya Dickinson
Contact Email: tanya.dickinson@ky.gov
Contact Phone: 502-564-5251 x245

More Information:
http://www.kcjc.state.ky.us/programbriefs.htm

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant – Nevada

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: April 2010 est

Description:

In 2005 the Edward Byrne Memorial State and the Local Law Enforcement Formula Grant were combined into the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG), which is awarded through the U.S. Dept. of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureaus of Justice Assistance.

This program was created by the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. The intent of this formula grant program is to provide funds to assist State and local units of government in carrying out specific programs that offer a high probability of improving the functioning of the criminal justice system, and to enhance drug control efforts. The program direction has drawn from the specific focus of drug control and expanded to include violent crimes. Funding is based on State population. This is an ongoing grant program. JAG no longer requires a funding match.

Organization Information:

Organization: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/index.html

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Sandra Mazy
Contact Email: smazy@dps.state.nv.us
Contact Phone: 775-687-4166

More Information:
http://ocj.nv.gov/OCJ_Funding_Levels.shtml#JAG

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant – Utah

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: April 2010 est

Description:

Contact your SAA for more information on this grant

Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)

Richard Ziebarth
Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice
State Capitol Complex
East Office Building, Suite E330
PO Box 142330
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114
801-538-1812 (telephone)
801-538-1024 (FAX)
rziebarth@utah.gov

Organization Information:

Organization: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/index.html

Contact Information:

More Information:
http://www.justice.utah.gov/

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant – Maryland

Filed under: Grants for Ballistic Products, Grants for Elevated Tactics Systems —

Grant Details:

Application Due Date: April 2010 est

Description:

Edward J. Byrne Memorial Assistance Grant (BJAG)

Status: GOCCP is currently accepting applications for this grant. All applications are subject to the grant application review process established by this office, in accordance with State and Federal laws and guidelines.

Eligibility: Open to State and local governmental agencies addressing issues of violent crime, drug abuse and related criminal and juvenile justice problems.

General Conditions: Review the General Conditions. The General Conditions apply to all grants funded by GOCCP regardless of funding source.

Contact Person: Gregory V. Joy M.S., Criminal Justice Division Chief
Phone: 410-821-2851

Technical Details: On-line submission of application is required. You will need an organization number before submitting application. Note: the interface for the online grant submission is NOT a function of the goccp.org website. Special software is used for grant submission (see below).
BJAG Documents

* Fast View/Print BJAG NOFA/Application Instructions (html)
* Download BJAG NOFA/Application Instructions (PDF)

“How to” Links and Documents

* Before you start: View/Print BJAG CHECKLIST (html)
* How to request an organization number (html)
* How to install and use the GOCCP grant application software:
Fast View/Print Technical Instructions (html)

Technical Downloads

* Grant Application Installation software (zip file) *new version posted 07/11/2008. (vs. 5.40), 9-40 minutes to download
* Winzip software (download from external website)
Download an evaluation copy of this software to unzip the grant application installation software. You may also use any other zip software.
* Adobe Reader software (download from external website)
Download free copy of this software to view pdf files.

Notice to Grant Applicants

This notice is given to comply with State Government Article, § 10-624:

The information collected on the grant application form is collected for the purposes of GOCCP’’s functions under Executive Order 01.01.2005.06. Failure to provide all of this information may result in the denial of your application for a grant. Within specified time periods, you have the right to inspect, amend and correct this information. GOCCP may permit the inspection of this information, or make it available to others, only as permitted by federal and State law. GOCCP may sell or provide a list of grant applicant names and addresses to professional associations and other entities.

Under the Maryland Public Information Act, State Government Article, § 10-617(h)(5), you may request in writing that your name be omitted from such lists. Please send those requests to GOCCP, 300 E. Joppa Rd. Suite 1105, Baltimore MD 21286.

Edward J. Byrne Memorial Assistance Grant (BJAG) Second Year Continuation Grant

Status: GOCCP is currently accepting applications for this grant. 2nd year continuation grants. All applications are subject to the grant application review process established by this office, in accordance with State and Federal laws and guidelines.

Eligibility: Open to applicants who are currently operating first year projects.

Application Deadline: Application, including required hard copies with original signature in blue ink must be received in our office at least 60 days before the established end date of your current award..

General Conditions: Review the General Conditions. The General Conditions apply to all grants funded by GOCCP regardless of funding source.

Contact Person: Debra Arnold, Criminal Justice Program Manager
Phone: 410-821-2847

* Fast View/Print Yr 2 BJAG NOFA/Application Instructions (html)
* Download Yr 2 BJAG NOFA/Application Instructions (Word)

“How to” Links and Documents

Technical Downloads

Notice to Grant Applicants

This notice is given to comply with State Government Article, § 10-624:

Organization Information:

Organization: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Website: http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/grant/index.html

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Gregory V. Joy M.S.
Contact Phone: 410-821-2851

More Information:
http://www.goccp.org/grants/programs/bjag.php

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