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Scott City council authorizes application for Missouri Blue Shield grant to support police
Summary
The council unanimously adopted Resolution 653, allowing Scott City to seek Missouri Blue Shield designation and apply for up to $50,000 in grant funds to support local law enforcement, Police Chief Chris Griggs told the council.
Scott City’s council unanimously adopted Resolution 653 on May 18, clearing the way for the city to seek Missouri Blue Shield designation and apply for grant funding for law enforcement.
Police Chief Chris Griggs explained to the council that adopting the resolution qualifies the city to pursue the Missouri Blue Shield grant program and that the city could apply for up to $50,000 in grant funds under that designation. The council read the resolution by title and voted in favor without opposition.
Why it matters: Grant funding could fund equipment, training or other police-related expenses; the transcript records the council’s authorization to apply but does not detail a specific grant application or how funds would be allocated if secured.
Next steps: With Resolution 653 passed, city staff can prepare an application for Missouri Blue Shield funds; the record does not include an application timeline or intended uses for potential grant proceeds.
