Council authorizes application for BJA 'Kevin and Avonte' Project Life Saver grant

Feb 10, 2026

Council authorized the city to apply for and accept, if awarded, a U.S. Department of Justice BJA Kevin and Avonte Program grant (Project Life Saver) up to $150,000 to fund tracking technology and programs to find and protect vulnerable missing persons with dementia or developmental disabilities.

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The council authorized the mayor or his designee to apply for and accept any awarded funds under the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance "Kevin and Avonte" Project Life Saver program, in the amount of $150,000 or as otherwise awarded. The program funds purchase of tracking technology and supports wandering prevention, intervention and rescue programs for vulnerable missing persons.

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