Allocations for FY 2010

Click here for a spreadsheet showing FY 2010 allocations, including the reductions implemented by the Governor because of reduced state revenue.

• Information on Reductions in “599” Funding for FY 2010.

Introduction

The Code of Virginia (§9.1-165, et seq.) provides for financial assistance to localities with police departments through the "599" program. Currently, 40 cities, 9 counties and 126 towns receive "599" funds. The Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) administers the program.

Eligibility for 599 Funds

To be eligible for "599" funds, a locality must have a police department, and the department's officers must meet the state's minimum training requirements. DCJS requires each participating jurisdiction to certify annually that it meets the eligibility criteria. Jurisdictions which received "599" funds during the 1980-82 biennium are considered eligible to receive funding as long as their departments remain in operation. Other localities seeking to establish police departments and become eligible must meet more stringent criteria. Any town eligible for "599" funds during the 1986-88 biennium may elect to have its police services provided by the sheriff of the county in which it is located, under an agreement pursuant to §15.2-1726, and still retain its eligibility.

Calculation of "599" Amounts for Localities

Calculations to determine the distribution of "599" funds to localities are performed biennially by DCJS. The funds are allocated by a distribution formula which uses population, crime rates, and social services rates.

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For further information, contact Joe Marshall at 804.786-1577, or by e-mail.