DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — A proposed city resolution would authorize Dothan to apply for $15,142.40 in federal funding to help purchase 52 units of body armor for law enforcement officers.
According to city agenda documents, the purchases would total $30,284.80. The requested grant would cover half the cost through the U.S. Department of Justice’s 2026 Bulletproof Vest Partnership program.
The program provides matching grants to help law enforcement agencies obtain or replace body armor.
If approved, the resolution would authorize Mayor Mark Saliba to apply for and accept the funding. It would also place the grant money in the city’s fiscal year 2027 budget for police uniform and supply expenses.
The application notes that final funding amounts will be established after the application period closes.
