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Vote on request to approve a grant application to Governor’s Crime Commission (Violence Against Women Act) and authorize County Manager to have final approval before submission.
Abstract Seeking state funding through Governor’s Crime Commission (Violence Against Women Act) to sustain supervised visitation services in Chatham County. If awarded would be one year period. 25% required match will be provided by Chatham DSS contract. Chatham has received this award for since 2010.
Action Requested: Vote on request to approve grant application for GCC (Violence Against Women Act) to continue provision of supervised visitation services. County Manager will have final approval before submission.
Introduction & Background: Chatham County Family Visitation has operated sine 2003 through a combination of grants with court agencies and Social Services.
Discussion & Analysis:
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Related to health and safety of Chatham residents by reducing the harmful impact of domestic violence and child abuse and fostering a healthy community.
Budgetary Impact: This will continue funding for an existing program and staff.
Recommendation: Approve grant application for GCC (Violence Against Women Act).