Safety & Security Grant

The Safety & Security grant is designed to assist commercial property owners and area businesses with improving the security and safety of their building and/or property, thus improving the overall wellbeing of the business district. This Airport Gateway Business Improvement District #40 grant program is intended to leverage local dollars, as well as support the ongoing beautification efforts of local business and property owners in the district and our community.

Applicant Eligibility: Any business or commercial property owner operating within the boundaries of the Airport Gateway Business Improvement District #40 in the City of Milwaukee is eligible for this grant program.

Security System definition: Any of various means or devices such as cameras, alarms, detection devices, doors and lighting designed to guard persons and property against a broad range of hazards, including crime, accidents, and attack.

Project Eligibility:

1. A business security system project must have one or more of the following as its primary purpose:

  • Crime reduction
  • Theft prevention
  • Vandalism prevention
  • Improved perception of safety

2. Grant limits are up to 50% of the total project cost with a ceiling of $1,000 per grant.

3. An approved security system project must be completed within the funding period.

4. Grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis for the duration of fund availability.

5. Applicants are limited to one grant award per calendar year.

Funding:

1. Payments are made based on proof of expenditure of funds (i.e. invoices, receipts, cancelled checks, etc.) for reimbursement.

2. Funds approved for a project are for a fixed dollar amount. Cost overruns are the responsibility of the project sponsor.

3. The maximum security system grant amount is 50% of the total project cost up to and not to exceed $1,000.

 

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Safety & Security Grant Application
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