Criminal Justice is one of those public policy areas that is primarily the responsibility of local governments. Since criminals don't always respect jurisdictional lines, there is a need for some measure of regional coordination and cooperation.
Regional Purpose
There are a number of state and federal programs that provide money for some law enforcement activities. TCOG's Criminal Justice Program helps with these coordination efforts by working with the Governor's Criminal Justice Division, the regional law enforcement community, and local policymakers to develop and maintain a regional criminal justice community plan.
Victims of Crime
Victims of crime often need assistance to recover from their ordeal. TCOG's Criminal Justice Program and the Governor's Criminal Justice Division provide funds to area agencies that serve victims in the Texoma Region.
Keeping Schools Safe
Keeping schools in the Texoma Region safe takes time, energy and money. Through TCOG and the Governor's Criminal Justice Division, area schools and communities can apply for funds to promote drug and weapon-free schools and neighborhoods.
Resources
Criminal Justice FY23 Grant Applications
These grant applications will be reviewed and scored by the CJAC on April 6, 2022. If you would like information, please contact Stephanie Davidson at [email protected]
DJ Grant #4449401 Denison - Update Car Equipment - Application
DJ Grant #4465801 Tioga - Radio and In-Car Camera - Application
DJ Grant #4469501 Grayson - Stop Sticks - Application
DJ Grant #4511101 Lindsay - Body Worn Cameras - Application
DJ Grant #4519001 Whitesboro - Patrol Radios - Application
SF Grant #2806209 Fannin - Structure Family Therapy - Application
VA Grant #2811607 Fannin County Crisis Center - Crimes Victim Assistance - Application
VA Grant #2823807 Grayson County Crisis Center - Victim Assistance - Application
VA Grant #2911206 Abigail's Arms - Victim Assistance - Application
VA Grant #4469901 Sherman - Victim Advocate - Application
WF Grant #1344925 Grayson - Domestic Violence Investigator Program - Application
Texoma Criminal Justice Community Plan
Meet the Team
Criminal Justice
Program Staff
Criminal Justice Advisory Committee
Criminal Justice Advisory Committee Members
Mr. Brett Smith
Grayson County District Attorney's Office
Chairperson
Mr. Mike Bankston
Police Chief - City of Bonham
Vice Chairperson
Mr. Corey Baker
Deputy Director - Fannin County Adult Probation
Mrs. Sandy Barber
Director - Fannin County Children's Center
Mr. Tim Barnes
Chief of Police - Van Alstyne Police Department
Mr. Brandon Caffee
Director - Fannin County Juvenile Probation
Mr. Chris Cypert
Judge, Municipal Court - City of Gainesville
Mr. Eric Erlandson
First Assistant District Attorney - Cooke County District Attorney's Office
Ms. Cherie Fry
Concerned Citizen - Grayson County
Mr. Richard Glaser
District Attorney - Fannin County
Cheryl Gomez
Workforce Solutions Texoma
Ms. Toni Hellman
Cooke County Juvenile Probation
Ms. Erin Holt M. Ed., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor -
Mr. Jason Kirk
Deputy Chief - Grayson County Adult Probation
Patty Kreider
Fannin County District Attorney's Office
Ms. Martha Nuckols
Children's Advocacy Subject Matter Expert - Grayson County Children's Advocacy Center
Ms. Kim Parsons
Director of Special Projects - Gainesville ISD
Mr. Kevin Phillips
Chief of Police - City of Gainesville
Ms. Carol Pillars
Executive Director - Fannin County Family Crisis Center
Ms. Shelli Shields
Executive Director - Grayson County Crisis Center
Ms. Lisa Tomlinson
Director - Grayson County Department of Juvenile Services
Chief Wayne Twiner
Fire Chief / Emergency Management Coordinator - City of Gainesville
Ms. Lisa Tyler
Executive Director - Substance Abuse Council
Honorable Tom Watt
Sheriff - Grayson County
Agendas
Meeting Minutes
No Criminal Justice Advisory Committee Meeting minutes are available.