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Public Notice – FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) announced the release of FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) allocations. The allocation for Rochester/Olmsted is in the amount of $26,581.  Funds are based on a statutory formula. The Rochester Police Department and Olmsted County Sheriff’s office intend to use this allocation to fund crime prevention and community engagement activities. Inquiries and public comment specific to our local 2024 JAG application process can be directed to: Sarah Clayton, Administrative Services Manager, Rochester Police Department, 4001 West River Parkway NW, Rochester,  55901.  You may also email sclayton@rochestermn.gov or phone 507-328-2988.  More information may be found about the FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Solicitation Bureau of Justice Assistance (ojp.gov) at https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2024-172239.