The Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office has been awarded reimbursement funding under the Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) program in the amount of $5,390.79 for the purchase of new ballistic vests.
The BVP program is through the Bureau of Justice Assistance, U.S. Department of Justice. The award reimburses up to 50% of the cost of each vest. The average cost of an armor vest is $700. Protective armor vests are uniquely fitted to conform to the individual wearer.
This award will assist the Sheriff’s Office with reimbursement for the purchase of new vests for the Criminal Division, Corrections Division and Reserves. The sheriff’s office has until Aug. 31, 2019 to use the available funds.
