The North Las Vegas City Council has given the green light for five grants totaling $622,798 to support the North Las Vegas Police Department (NLVPD) in its mission to ensure community safety. Approved grants will extend further assistance to victims through the Violence Suppression Unit, back substance abuse programs in the NLVPD Corrections Division, and fund traffic safety events, among other initiatives, according to a recent announcement by the City of North Las Vegas.
During the council meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Scott Black did not hesitate to publicly acknowledge the efforts of Leslie Nix, the city's grants director, and her team. "I would like to commend our grants director Leslie Nix and her team for always searching for appropriate grants to help support every department, and we’re grateful for these grants that strengthen our Police Department’s ability to keep our community safe," Black conveyed. It's this proactive approach that has enabled the city to successfully secure over $5.2 million in grants for law enforcement and safety programs since the last fiscal year alone.
Specific breakdown of the grant funding includes $82,798 earmarked for victim services through the Violence Suppression Unit, $125,000 allocated to the Corrections Division Substance Abuse Program, and significant funding to bolster traffic safety campaigns. The NLVPD plans to dedicate $300,000 to events and participation in the Joining Forces program, which specifically targets traffic-related issues such as distracted driving, speeding, and seatbelt enforcement.
The grant package also specifies $100,000 to increase DUI enforcement during special events, with an additional $25,000 to spotlight the importance of construction zone safety. Chief of Police Jacqueline Gravatt emphasized the significance of such funding, stating, "These grants reinforce the vital partnerships between local law enforcement and state safety agencies in promoting safety, security and resilience within our community," in a news release. She also highlighted the impact these grants have on public safety and providing support services for vulnerable populations, allowing the NLVPD to effectively maintain and improve the city's safety measures.
The City of North Las Vegas contends annually in a highly competitive process for these grants, aiming to support various initiatives within the police department, which include training, offender reintegration programs, and community safety events. For more detailed information about the NLVPD and the recently approved grants, interested parties are invited to visit the City of North Las Vegas official website.
