WASHINGTON D.C. - U.S. Congressman Dan Boren has secured $180,000 for the Roland Police Department to purchase police equipment, computers, telecommunications equipment, or patrol vehicles. The funding was included in the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (CJS) for FY 2010 which passed the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday by a vote of 259 to 157.
“I am pleased to announce this funding for the Roland Police Department. These resources will provide our local law enforcement officials with the additional tools they need to improve police protection for Roland citizens and businesses community. I pledge to continue working toward bringing these critical funds home to our local public safety agencies,” Boren said.
“We thank Congressman Boren on behalf of the Department and the citizens of Roland. These funds will help us address much needed equipment needs and allow us to continue providing the best possible crime prevention for our citizens and local businesses,” said Police Chief Tommy Sessums.
The CJS Appropriations Act will now go to the U.S. Senate for consideration. Once passed there, the funding will become available when the legislation is signed into law.
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