Ed. Note: The following is a news release provided by the city of Santa Clarita.

The U.S. Department of Justice is proposing a public safety grant through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program.

The city of Santa Clarita is seeking community feedback on a public safety grant proposal for the U.S. Department of Justice’s Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. All public comments must be received by Friday, June 19, 2015.

The city of Santa Clarita is eligible to receive $21,681 from the U.S. Department of Justice’s JAG program, which is aimed at enhancing public safety. JAG allows states and local governments to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime, based on local needs and conditions. Funds may be used for hiring, training and maintaining personnel, as well as for equipment, supplies and more to improve overall crime prevention.

“JAG funding allows the city and Sheriff’s Department to continue successful crime prevention programs and explore new ways to further enhance public safety in Santa Clarita,” said Mayor Marsha McLean. “The city is providing an opportunity for residents to weigh in on the proposed programs and services outlined in the grant application before it is submitted.”

 Proposed operations and strategies include, but are not limited to:

•         Efficient technology
•         DUI enforcement
•         Gang enforcement
•         Drug enforcement
•         Vandalism and graffiti enforcement
•         Probation/parole enforcement
•         Unique patrol methods (T3, bike, foot and off-road) to patrol areas not easily accessible by patrol cars, such as parks, trails, paseos and the Santa Clara river
•         Addressing daytime burglaries and other crimes perpetrated by minors
•         Addressing the pawning or resale of stolen property
•         Surveillance, undercover and sting operations, as needed

 For more information on the JAG Grant application or to view and comment on the proposal, visit their website here or contact Jerrid McKenna at (661) 255-4921 [email protected].