The Takoma Park Police Department (TPPD) has announced that it has been awarded a grant from the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office (MHSO) for Federal Fiscal Year 2024 to further its commitment to promoting road safety by combating distracted and impaired driving. The amount of money granted to the department has not been disclosed.
According to TPPD, The grant will enable the Takoma Park Police Department to complement its wide-ranging series of initiatives aimed at reducing accidents, injuries, and fatalities caused by distracted driving and impaired driving within our community. The funding provided by the MHSO will support a range of programs and activities designed to raise awareness and improve safety on our city’s roadways.
Police Chief Antonio DeVaul conveyed his appreciation to the MHSO, affirming, “This grant emphasizes our dedication to enhancing road safety for all members of our community. The dangers associated with distracted and impaired driving are substantial, and this grant will bolster our ongoing endeavors to employ preemptive strategies in mitigating these hazards. Our commitment to our community to foster a safer and more responsible driving atmosphere remains steadfast.”