Oakland police crime lab gets $57,510 grant for supplies and training

Oakland will accept and spend up to $57,510 in federal grant money on police crime-lab supplies and training from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The funding supports the Oakland Police Department’s Crime Laboratory and allows up to 19 forensic scientists to attend eight specialized training events. The budget includes $25,740 for training travel and $31,770 for other operating costs. The City Council approved the grant unanimously, with eight yes votes and no no votes, abstentions or absences.

Subject: OPD Paul Coverdell 2026 Grant From: Oakland Police Department Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Accepting And Appropriating Grant Funds In An Amount Not To Exceed Fifty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Ten Dollars ($57,510) From The U.S. Department Of Justice, Office Of Justice Programs, Bureau Of Justice Assistance For Implementation Of The Paul Coverdell CQ26 Grant Program For The Oakland Police Department

Sep 28, 202627-0104: Subject: OPD Paul Coverdell 2026 Grant From: Oakland Police Department Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Accepting And Appropriating Grant Funds In An Amount Not To Exceed Fifty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Ten Dollars ($57,510) From The U.S. Department Of Justice, Office Of Justice Programs, Bureau Of Justice Assistance For Implementation Of The Paul Coverdell CQ26 Grant Program For The Oakland Police DepartmentSource documentPDF 1PDF 2