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Council approves packet of police grant applications including LIDARs, de‑escalation training and forensic DNA testing

Missouri City Council · February 2, 2026
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Summary

The council authorized staff to submit seven FY2027 grant applications for police equipment, training and programs, including traffic LIDARs ($67,800), active‑attack breaching tools ($44,386.07), de‑escalation training ($63,675), forensic genetic genealogy DNA analysis (~$100,000), ballistic body armor ($54,445.95), a peace officer mental health app ($13,080), and victim assistance funding ($76,008.50 with 20% match).

Rachel Moran presented seven grant applications the police department will submit for FY2027 and asked for council approval to proceed with submissions. The grants included: active‑attack response equipment totaling $44,386.07 (no match); traffic LIDAR equipment for the…

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