We should be able to receive similar funding next year under this grant. Currently, no notices of receipt of vests have been received in the grants office. Reimbursement accounts are being set up so funds received can be used for future vest purchases. This year's application process is now open online and closes May 13, 2000. We are also required to provide written notice to Secretary Rick's office regarding our application by April 15, 2000.
National funding is at the same level as last year.
We are continuing to monitor the web site to determine if the lighter weight Prism MW Thrust I becomes qualifying. Currently, a similar request level to last year is anticipated. Workplace and Transitional Living for Incarcerated Youth Offenders Twenty-eight offenders were approved for the program this quarter. This brings the total number of offenders involved to 618. Attached to this update is an outline of expenses to date for this year under this program.