Sandoval county sheriffs office will utilize this funding to acquire new patrol vehicles

The Bureau of Justice Assistance, through the Congressionally Recommended Awards (CFDA 16.753) program, awarded a $963,000 Project Grant to the Sandoval County Sheriff's Office. The funding will be used to acquire new patrol vehicles, which will bolster the Sheriff's ability to deter criminal activity, apprehend offenders, promote traffic safety, and respond swiftly to emergency calls across the diverse geography of Sandoval County, New Mexico. This 3-year grant, with a performance period from Aug 1, 2024 to Jun 30, 2027, aims to enhance the Sheriff's Office's operational capacity and community policing efforts through an upgraded vehicle fleet.

These additions will bolster the sheriffs ability to carry out their mission, which encompasses a multi-faceted approach: deter criminal activity, apprehend offenders, promote traffic safety, and swiftly respond to emergency calls. The need for an upgraded fleet is undeniable due to the diverse geography of this region. Covering this extensive area includes incorporated municipalities as well as numerous unincorporated communities.