The Adams County Study Session on June 10, 2025, focused on important budget amendments related to grant funding for various projects. The meeting highlighted two significant financial requests aimed at enhancing the county's capabilities in handling digital evidence and addressing oversight in previous budget allocations.

The first item discussed was a budget amendment to recognize $60,000 in expenditures related to a competitive grant from diversion funds. This amendment was necessary due to an oversight in the previous budget season, where the revenue was acknowledged, but the corresponding expenses were not. The amendment aims to correct this oversight and ensure proper accounting for the funds.

The second major topic was a request for a $350,000 budget amendment for a federal grant designated for a digital evidence project. This grant will fund innovative strategies for collecting digital evidence from victims, emphasizing trauma-informed approaches. The funding will be used to purchase necessary equipment and provide training for law enforcement agencies involved in the project. The collaborative nature of this grant involves multiple agencies working together to improve evidence collection methods and responses to victims.

Overall, these budget amendments reflect Adams County's commitment to enhancing its law enforcement capabilities and ensuring accurate financial management. The next steps will involve further discussions and approvals to implement these funding changes effectively.