OPPD receives more than $61,000 in grants to bolster public safety
OCEAN PINES, Md. – The Ocean Pines Association Police Department has been awarded multiple grants that will help offset rising public safety costs and support the department’s ongoing efforts to keep Ocean Pines safe.
- Body Armor Grant: $3,891 from the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention will cover 50% of the cost of a new vest for an officer, ensuring the department’s officers remain protected while on duty.
- Community Grant Program: $4,456 will fund overtime expenses for Ocean Pines Police officers to provide a visible presence at large community events, increasing safety for attendees.
- Police Accountability, Community, and Transparency (PACT) Grant: A $35,000 grant will be used to purchase new and advanced body cameras, enhancing both officer accountability and transparency within the department.
- Police Recruitment and Retention Grant: $15,125 will be used for recruitment and retention incentives, aiding the department in attracting and keeping qualified officers.
Additional grants from the Maryland Highway Safety Office:
- Speed Enforcement Grant: $900 will support speed enforcement initiatives, promoting safer driving on community roads.
- Impaired Driving Grant: $1,035 will fund efforts to reduce impaired driving incidents, ensuring the safety of all road users.
- Occupant Protection Grant: $990 will promote occupant safety, such as seat belt and child safety seat enforcement.
