LIEBERMAN APPLAUDS OVER $800K IN FUNDING FOR CONNECTICUT POLICE DEPARTMENTS

WASHINGTON -- Senator Joseph Lieberman (ID-CT) today announced that 13 police departments across Connecticut will receive a total of $829,707 in federal funding to support local initiatives, increase training and personnel, and purchase supplies and equipment, among other purposes. The funds are being distributed by the US Department of Justice as part of the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Program.

“Our police officers put their lives on the line everyday to serve and protect us, so it is critical that we provide them with the support and resources required to do their job safely and effectively. These grants will provide a number of departments with new resources that will help to reduce crime and keep our officers safe,” Lieberman said.

The following municipalities will be receiving grants:

East Hartford - $44,319
Enfield - $12,041
Hamden - $20,879
Meriden - $36,314
Middletown - $11,912
Milford - $15,307
New Britain - $59,882
New Haven - $427,310
New London - $36,442
Stamford - $72,179
Stratford - $23,056
West Hartford - $19,854
West Haven - $50,212

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