Title
Vote on request to approve a Grant Application: Chatham Family Violence Prevention Services and authorize County Manager to have final approval before submission.
Abstract
Seeking state funding through Governor’s Crime Commission (Victim of Crimes Act) to sustain advocacy and support services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. If awarded would be a two-year period and will fund one full time advocate. There is no match in this year’s application. Chatham received similar award in 2020 and a new award would continue the program through September 2024.
Action Requested Vote on request to approve grant applications for GCC to continue providing services for domestic violence and sexual assault.
Introduction/Background: Chatham Family Violence Prevention Services has provided services to the community since 2018. Program is operational until a stable and sustainable nonprofit takes over services to the community.
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 sexual assault and fostering a healthy community.
Budgetary Impact: To maintain the current program, the county will assume cost of one other full-time advocate for the grant cycle.
Recommendation: Approve grant application for Governor’s Crime Commission