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Firearm Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant
Chesapeake
Summary
The city accepted a $500,000 state grant to fund four part-time positions focused on gun violence outreach and forensic evidence testing for recovered firearms.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
$500,000 grant revenue and associated part-time staffing costs.
✅Who benefits
Chesapeake residents and law enforcement benefit from enhanced crime-solving capabilities and community outreach.
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