AJ028: Law Enforcement Salary Assistance for Fiscally Constr

The Law Enforcement Salary Assistance grant, identified as award AJ028, is a State Financial Assistance Agreement between the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Wakulla County Board of County Commissioners. This project provides 1,096,737.00 dollars for the period spanning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The primary purpose of the funding is to support salary increases for deputy sheriffs and correctional officers employed by sheriff's offices within fiscally constrained counties, as defined by Florida Statutes. The agreement establishes a specific scope of work and set of deliverables to ensure compliance and accountability. The recipient is required to submit Quarterly Payroll Certifications and adhere to strict reporting requirements and payment terms outlined in the contract. This initiative is managed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to provide critical financial relief and competitive pay for law enforcement personnel in qualifying jurisdictions.