Pursuant to Florida Statutes §951.26, the Public Safety Coordinating Council is charged with assessing the population levels of all County correctional facilities to ensure that the capacities authorized by the Florida Department of Corrections are not exceeded. The Council is further responsible for formulating recommendations regarding inmate release programs, gain-time schedules, applicable bail bond schedules, and the confinement status of individuals housed within County-operated facilities. In addition, the Council is authorized to develop a local correctional facilities plan to address anticipated construction and capacity needs.

Membership shall be as specified by Chapter 951.26, Florida Statutes and Manatee County Resolution R12-212.

• Chapter 951.26 F.S.
• PSCC Resolution R12-212

Because Advisory Board positions are prescribed by statute, openings are not publicly advertised. Appointments are made in accordance with statutory requirements.

Questions about statutory appointments may be directed to the Advisory Board liaison.

Justice Assistance Grants - Program Overview

In accordance with Florida Administrative Code 11D-9.001, the Public Safety Coordinating Council (PSCC) conducts the review process and makes all local funding recommendations for Justice Assistance Grant allocations.

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program is the primary federal source of criminal justice funding for state and local governments. Administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, JAG funds can support a wide range of activities that improve public safety and the justice system, including:

• Law enforcement operations and equipment

• Prosecution, defense, and court programs

• Crime prevention and community-based initiatives

• Corrections and community supervision, including reentry services

• Drug treatment and enforcement efforts

• Technology, data, planning, and evaluation projects

• Services for crime victims and witnesses

• Mental health and crisis response programs

Manatee County uses JAG funds to support local strategies that enhance community safety, reduce crime, and improve outcomes for people involved in the justice system.

Application Process

Application Window:
Opens November 1, 2025
Closes December 12, 2025

Submission Instructions:
All completed application forms must be submitted to:

Tonya DiSapio, Senior Human Services Analyst
Primary contact for all application submissions and questions
Email: [email protected]

Review Timeline

• January 2026
  All applications will be presented to the Public Safety Coordinating Council for review.

• March 2026
  The Public Safety Coordinating Council will make recommendations for Justice Assistance Grant funding for the next fiscal year.

• April – July 2026
  Estimated timeframe for the Notice of Funding Opportunity from BJA and FDLE.

• August – October 2026
  Public Safety Coordinating Council Funding recommendations will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners.

• October – November 2026
  Subaward and Funding Agreements will be created.
  

  Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Resource Information

  PSCC Funding Application_111623

2026 Meeting Schedule

The Public Safety Coordinating Council will meet on the following dates in 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.:

• January 21, 2026

• March 18, 2026

• May 20, 2026

• July 15, 2026

• September 16, 2026

• November 18, 2026

Meeting Location

Manatee County Government Administration Building
Manatee/Osprey Room – 5th Floor
1112 Manatee Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34205

Important Notes

• Meetings will take place at the location listed above unless otherwise noticed.

• Dates and times may change.

• The Council may reschedule meetings or call special meetings during any regular meeting.

• Updates will be posted on this webpage as they become available.