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Sheriff’s Office to use $5,840 TC Energy grant for boat lifesaving gear

Chippewa County Finance, Claims and Accounts Committee · March 1, 2026
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Summary

The committee authorized acceptance of a $5,840 'Build Strong' grant from TC Energy for the Sheriff's Office to purchase boat lifesaving equipment and approved a budget amendment for the Marine Program.

The Chippewa County Finance, Claims and Accounts Committee authorized the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office to accept a $5,840 award from TC Energy’s Build Strong grant program to purchase boat lifesaving equipment. Captain Justin Fruchey submitted the Build Strong application, and the committee approved a budget amendment routing the funds through Marine Program 101-331.

Commissioner Jim Traynor moved acceptance of the grant, supported by Commissioner Jim Martin; the motion carried on a voice vote. The minutes record the amount and the intended use but do not list specific equipment items to be purchased.

Next steps: the Sheriff's Office will receive the funds and proceed with procurement for lifesaving equipment through the Marine Program budget line; details on exact items and procurement process were not included in the minutes.