Public Safety Committee Meeting 06/17/26

The Chautauqua County Public Safety Committee met on June 17, 2026, to discuss and approve a resolution authorizing acceptance of $62,840 in state aid through the Crimes Against Revenue Program (CARP). This funding supports part-time investigative and prosecutorial positions focused on revenue-related crimes such as tax fraud, untaxed cigarette and liquor sales, and untaxed marijuana cases. The committee noted that the grant requires no local match and helps cover approximately 22% of an assistant district attorney's salary. Discussions included the use of asset forfeiture funds for law enforcement training and equipment, as well as the effectiveness of the program in reducing crime. The resolution was unanimously approved. Additionally, the committee expressed interest in inviting a senior state police official to discuss their role in local law enforcement in future meetings.