Commission approves JAG application to buy patrol radar units
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Summary
Sheriff Tucker and Cynthia Wardle presented a Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) application to acquire two radar units for patrol. The commission approved the $12,009 award/application unanimously and thanked staff for preparing the application.
Duchesne County's sheriff's office presented a local law‑enforcement block grant application (JAG) at the Sept. 9 meeting.
Cynthia Wardle (presenting on behalf of the application) said the county requested funds for two radar units for patrol and that the award amount was $12,009. Commissioners thanked staff for preparing the application and moved to approve it; the motion passed unanimously.
Why it matters: The grant will allow the sheriff's office to update radar equipment used in traffic enforcement and safety work without requiring a county cash match for the purchase line item presented.
Quote: "...this year we put in for 2 radars for patrol cars, and, we're awarded $12,009," Cynthia Wardle said.
Next steps: Staff will accept and process the grant according to county finance procedures.