Project Grant EMW2022PU00270

The City of Suffolk, Virginia was awarded a $421,976 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency on September 15, 2022 under the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP). The PSGP (CFDA #97.056) aims to reduce vulnerability of critical port infrastructure and protect ports from terrorism. Through this award, the City of Suffolk will enhance port security and help prevent, detect, respond to and recover from attacks involving improvised explosive devices, assault weapons and waterborne vehicles. Key services to be delivered include security enhancements to better protect against waterborne threats and improve maritime domain awareness for the Port of Suffolk. The PSGP supports increased port-wide risk management, improved capability to prevent and respond to attacks, and enhanced domain awareness through improved technology and coordination among security partners.