What if my agency determines prior to the end of the grant period that, because of severe fiscal distress, we will not be able to retain the positions?
If your agency becomes aware prior to the end of the grant period that it will be unable to retain the awarded position(s) because of severe fiscal distress, you must submit a letter to the COPS Office requesting a retention exemption. If it is prior to the last quarter of the grant period, please call the COPS Response Center at 1-800-421-6770 and ask to speak to your agencys Grant Program Specialist for further guidance.
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