The Kingman Police Department has been awarded two grants from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (AZ GOHS), Agreement #2027-405d-026, in the amount of $50,000; and Agreement #2027-PTS-040, in the amount of $31,436, both through Federal 405d and 402-PTS funding. This funding will support equipment, overtime and related expenses for officers conducting DUI/Impaired Driving/Speed enforcement across the City of Kingman. Efforts will focus on saturation patrols and details during major holidays and large community events. In addition, KPD will continue to actively participate with the Western Arizona DUI Task Force, strengthening regional roadway safety through coordinated enforcement. The grant also supports a robust prevention and education campaign, including radio, print, and social media outreach, in partnership with local organizations.
There is no fiscal impact to the City. This grant will fund $81,000 in equipment, overtime and related expenses needed for police officers to conduct DUI, impaired driving and speed enforcement across the City.
Staff recommends approval.
Staff recommends approval of the grant agreements and authorize the Mayor and Chief of Police to execute the grant agreements on behalf of the City.