Board approves resolutions to seek Homeland Security grants for officer vests and firearms conversion
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Summary
Chief James Hall told the board the district will apply for two Kentucky Office of Homeland Security law-enforcement protection program grants—one to replace expired body armor and another to align firearms with a partner agency—totaling about $50,000; the board approved the resolutions 4–0.
The Clark County Board of Education approved two resolutions authorizing applications for Kentucky Office of Homeland Security grants to support local law‑enforcement equipment needs.
Chief James Hall told the board that the district is applying for two grants through the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security: one to replace bullet‑resistant vests that typically have a five‑year lifespan and are now past service life for many officers, and a second to update firearms so they match the platform used by a key partner, the Winchester Police Department. Chief Hall said matching the partner agency’s weapons platform (they have moved to a SIG 9mm from a Glock .40) improves interoperability during joint responses. He estimated both grants together total around $50,000 and said, if successful, the grants would cover equipment costs for vests and firearms.
After brief questions about compatibility and ammunition, Mister Kaiser moved to approve the resolution; Miss Thomas seconded and the board voted 4–0 in favor.
The approval is limited to authorizing the district to apply for the grants; funding is contingent on award decisions by the grantor.
