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Commissioner Worley - Budget & Strategy - To Accept and Appropriate Additional Federal Governor’s Crime Commission (GCC) Grant Funds for the Victim Witness Assistance Program Coordinator Position (1 Year Grant - $97,297.66)
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STAFF CONTACT
Pat Laws - Budget & Strategy - 704-866-3771
BUDGET IMPACT
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Increase in Federal Revenue and associated expense. A 25% match of $32,432.64 will be met through the District Attorney’s Office.
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BUDGET ORDINANCE IMPACT
Increase revenue and expense in the General Fund by $97,297.66.
BACKGROUND
Hope United Survivor Network has been awarded a one-year GCC Grant in the amount of $97,297.66 that will provide funding to pay the salary and fringes for a Victim Witness Assistance Coordinator who will work exclusively with the District Attorney's Office to coordinate victim and witness appearances in court and provide support during proceedings. The coordinator will have clinical training on working with people who have experienced trauma and will guide victims through the court process and explain resources and services available.
POLICY IMPACT
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ATTACHMENTS
Budget Change Request (BCR); Grant Award Agreement