Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Gretna's Police Department received a $250,000 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP, CFDA 97.056), awarded on September 1, 2025, with a completion date of August 31, 2028. This 36-month grant supports maritime transportation infrastructure security enhancements in Gretna, Louisiana, enabling the procurement and deployment of critical security assets and capabilities. The funded activities include acquisition of security equipment, patrol vessels, communications systems, and surveillance infrastructure designed to protect port facilities and maritime assets from potential threats and emergencies.

In addition to equipment procurement, the grant supports maritime security training and exercises to build operational capacity within the City of Gretna's law enforcement and maritime security personnel. These investments align with the Port Security Grant Program's mission to strengthen critical surface transportation infrastructure security across state, local, and private sector maritime partners nationwide. The award represents continued federal commitment to enhancing port security resilience and emergency response capabilities in the Gulf Coast region.