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Vote on a request to authorize to approve a grant application to Crime Victim Services of NC Governor’s Crime Commission for VAWA funding
Abstract
Action Requested: Vote on a request to approve grant application for funding from the NC Governor's Crime Commission to continue to fund critically needed positions for supervised visitation and exchange services for children and families impacted by domestic violence, child abuse.
Introduction & Background: Chatham Family Visitation Center provides safety and security for families at times of volatility and instability. We offer children an opportunity to have relationship with non-custodial parent in a comfortable environment and custodial parents are assured their children are safe.
Discussion & Analysis: Award is for a one year period, to begin 10/1/20 and conclude 9/30/21. A 25% match is required and will be funded through an annual contract with the Dept of Social Services to provide services for children placed in foster care. The contract with DSS is approximately $18,200/year.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Foster a Healthy Community; Provide efficient effective government.
Budgetary Impact: The grant requires a 25% match being covered with a DSS contract not to exceed $18,200.
Recommendation: Vote on a request to approve grant application to Crime Victim Services of NC Governor’s Crime Commission for VAWA funding.