The MN DPS’s DWI/TSO program awards funding to law enforcement agencies to hire an officer to work during peak nights and times when data indicates impaired driving will most likely occur. While primarily seeking to detect and interdict impaired drivers, the DWI/TS Officer will also focus on the dangerous driving behaviors of speeding, distracted driving, and occupant protection.

The Shakopee Police Department was awarded this grant in 2022 and 2023, and is applying to continue receiving funding. The previous years’ funding allowed the Shakopee PD to hire a DWI/TS Officer, but funding will end in September 2024. Data is currently and will continue to be collected to analyze the effectiveness of the program. The funding has been and will be utilized to provide the officer’s salary, benefits, and overtime relating to duties performed within the scope of this grant.

A 0% match is required. However, as a commitment to the program, grant administration costs, vehicle mileage costs, and/or agency expenses incurred will be used as a match.