GRANT AWARDED TO ROANOKE CITY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Sheriff Octavia Johnson is pleased to announce that the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office has been awarded a grant of $169,270.00. The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant was awarded to the Sheriff’s Office by the Office of Justice Programs at the Department of Justice.

The funds will be used to upgrade security at the Roanoke City Courthouse and Roanoke City Jail. The upgrades will enhance our ability to respond to threats directed at the building, judiciary, and the courthouse community. Sheriff Johnson stated, “The timing of this award is perfect considering the economic condition of our state. I am grateful and excited. The funds will allow us to replace radios and make much needed upgrades to the security system which will.