Scottsbluff Police Department receives grant for speed control equipment

Scottsbluff Police Department receives grant for speed control equipment
April 2nd, 2021 | Media Release

The Scottsbluff Police Department is being awarded a highway safety grant  from the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office (NDOT-HSO) to assist in  obtaining two mobile radar units, according to William Kovarik, Administrator for the NDOT Highway  Safety Office. Kovarik states, “Technology holds immense promise when it comes to mitigating human  error. This equipment is vital in helping agencies to more effectively target reckless drivers, making  roadways safer for motorists and passengers.”  

 The mobile radar speed detection equipment provides the agency with reliable, advanced  technology that will enhance speed control efforts. The total grant funding assistance for this project is  up to $1,800.00.  

“This grant award will allow law enforcement to purchase equipment that will assist the agency in  their mission to enhance public safety on our roadways. It provides the tools they require to focus on  problematic traffic areas throughout Scottsbluff to promote safer roadways, and reduce speed related  traffic crashes, fatalities and injuries,” said Kovarik.  

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