Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Countywide Grant – Countywide (JAG-C) Funding Recommendations
The JAG Countywide program is a federal pass-through appropriation that allows states and local governments to support a broad range of programs to prevent and control crime and improve the criminal justice system. All applications received are reviewed by the Substance Abuse Advisory Board and awarded upon approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
The following projects are recommended by the Review Committee for the FFY 2024 JAG-C funding. Available Funds: $232,520.00.
JAG-C Recommendations for Funding FFY2024
| Applicant | Project Title | Recommended Amount |
| City of Clearwater Police Department | Law Enforcement Equipment Purchase | $66,429.40 |
| City of Pinellas Park Police Department | Law Enforcement Equipment Purchase | $12,938.60 |
| City of St. Petersburg Police Department | SPPD Rapid Response Drug Detection Initiative | $25,000.00 |
| Eleos Wellness | Restraint Chairs | $24,900.00 |
| Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP) | Emergency Shelter Program for Justice-Involved Adults | $50,000.00 |
| MORE HEALTH, Inc. | Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention | $30,000.00 |
| Pinellas County Human Services | JAG Planning Grant Position | $23,252.00 |
| Total | $232,520.00 |
The committee recommends that if any of the above agencies decline the award, funds will be disbursed equally to projects in order of ranking until funds are exhausted.