Board approves small state grant to equip constables with standardized duty weapons

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors on April 8 approved a grant award contract (CNA 25‑102) with the Arizona Constable Ethics Standards and Training Board in the amount of $2,298.35 to purchase duty weapon equipment for constable offices in Williams and Flagstaff.

Why it matters: County constables are peace officers who serve court processes and occasionally execute warrants and evictions; supervisors and the constable said standardized equipment helps ensure officer safety and interoperability with other local law enforcement.

What constable described - Coverage area and role: Constable Gregory King said his precinct covers about 7,000 square miles in the western half of the county south of the river to the Mojave County line and noted constables perform court‑related public safety work.

- Equipment requested: The grant would purchase three Glock Model 45 9mm pistols with related accessories (three magazines each, holsters, ammo pouches) and a weapon‑mounted light; one box of ammunition was included in the quote. King said the quoted vendor was ProForce in Prescott and noted the items have a service life of roughly five to seven years.

Board action and remarks: Supervisors thanked the constable for the briefing and approved the grant and corresponding budget amendment. Supervisors emphasized the importance of equipping peace officers who serve county functions and thanked the constable and his administrative support for their public service.

Next steps: County staff will execute the grant contract and process the equipment purchase through purchasing protocols.