TOPEKA, Kan. – Two Hutchinson organizations have been awarded grants to support local public safety programs, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt announced Monday.
The Hutchinson Police Department will receive $44,895 to purchase body-worn cameras for patrol officers.
Reno County Community Corrections will receive $58,450 to support its Drug Court intensive treatment program for high-risk, drug-dependant offenders.
“Providing the best public safety services and crime prevention requires a dedicated staff of local officials and access to the latest equipment,” Schmidt said. “These grants will help advance local priorities for improving public safety.”
The grants are part of the Federal Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program and were awarded by the Kansas Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. Schmidt serves as the chair of the council.