Project Grant 15JCOPS25GG01182SSIX

The Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office awarded the Town of Sahuarita Police Department $121,107 under the School Violence Prevention Program (CFDA 16.071) for the three-year period from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028. This funding supports the implementation of evidence-based school security programs and technologies designed to enhance safety at schools and on school grounds within the Sahuarita jurisdiction. Eligible uses of award funds include coordination with local law enforcement, specialized training for officers in violence prevention, installation of security equipment such as metal detectors and improved lighting, acquisition and installation of emergency notification systems for expedited law enforcement response, and other director-approved security enhancements.

As a recipient of this federal award, the Sahuarita Police Department is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive school security improvement plan developed in consultation with multidisciplinary stakeholders including mental health professionals, educators, parents, and school violence researchers. The recipient must submit semiannual programmatic performance reports and quarterly federal financial reports to demonstrate compliance with program requirements and progress toward achieving enhanced school security objectives. The award is subject to potential 12-month extension upon approval by the COPS Office Director and is contingent upon the recipient's adherence to nonsupplanting requirements and programmatic and financial compliance standards.