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Pocono Township approves COPS grant application to offset police hiring costs
Summary
The board approved applying for a DOJ COPS grant that would cover 75% of approved entry‑level salary and fringe benefits for hires (with a 25% local match), aimed at offsetting turnover and planned retirements over a five‑year performance period.
Pocono Township commissioners voted to approve a COPS (Department of Justice) grant application, letter of support and resolution to help offset hiring and onboarding costs for police positions.
Town staff explained the grant covers significant portions of entry‑level salary and fringe costs for each approved position for up to three years within a five‑year performance period, with the township required to provide a 25% match. Deputy/acting police leadership dialed in to explain that the grant would support hiring to replace anticipated retirements and turnover over the next five years. One commissioner asked for clarity that the grant would cover turnover, not expansion; staff and the police representative confirmed the purpose is to offset expected vacancies and training/onboarding costs.
The board approved the resolution and authorized staff and the solicitor to proceed with required application materials and letters of support.
