Walz unveils MN safety plan

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has launched a public safety tour to tout his plan to dole out $300 million in grants for crime prevention.  The amount per city is based on population.  Under the formula East Grand Forks would receive $157,438 dollars….Thief River Falls over $150,000…and Crookston $128,371.

Walz says whether it’s providing communities with the funding to attract and hire new officers… purchase modern technology…or invest in mental health resources the goal is to provide cities and counties with the resources needed to keep neighborhoods safe.

Republicans have proposed a $65 million dollar program designed to create opportunities in public safety including hiring bonuses…scholarships…and financial aid for students seeking law degrees.