Two grants totaling $306,409 were accepted by city council last evening.
The largest of the two - from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - will be used to purchase P25-compliant radio communication equipment for the fire department. 49 portable, 10 vehicle, and five base radios are planned to be purchased with a $266,400 grant that will be matched with 10% in local funds.
The second grant is from the Governor's Highway Safety Office and will be used to purchase five, hand-held Lidar radar units and for enhanced traffic safety activities. This $40,009 grant is 100% state funded and requires no local match.
Fire Chief Bob Barnes and Police Chief Blaine Wade, along with their staff, are commended for their grantsmanship efforts.
