Steele County board backs JDA community center letter, agrees to support CAD grant writing
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Summary
The board approved a letter supporting a JDA community center grant and authorized support letters for a Sanford Foundation‑led CAD dispatch grant application, while noting the project could cost roughly $150,000–$250,000 and may involve recurring county costs if funded.
Board members approved a letter of support for a Joint Development Authority grant application for a community center and separately agreed to provide supporting letters so Sanford Foundation can pursue grant funding for a computer‑aided dispatch (CAD) system.
County staff described CAD as software used by patrol and emergency personnel to track incidents and allow field units to do more tasks without calling central dispatch. Staff estimated the project would cost roughly $150,000 to $250,000 depending on the vendor and number of licenses. They said they will pursue grant funding and do not intend to obligate county funds now; any decision to purchase would return to the counties for prior approval.
A motion to approve the JDA letter of support passed by voice vote. Board members also voted to support Sanford Foundation’s application efforts so grant writers can prepare an application; board members were told the award decision for the relevant grant is expected in June and that implementation could take about a year if funded.
