Department: Public Health Services
Department Head/Elected Official: Barbie L. Robinson, MPP, JD, CHC - Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Grant
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Texas Office of the Governor
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $500,000, with no required match, for the FY 25 State Crisis Intervention Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The State Crisis Intervention Program, FY2025 provides funding for personnel, equipment, supplies, training, and technical assistance to provide essential crisis services for the prevention, intervention, and reduction of crime and violence. HCPH is applying for funding to support the creation of a wellness room at a new satellite office for the Community Health and Violence Prevention Services division in Northwest Harris County. Funds will also be used to contract trauma counselors who will provide specialty counseling to those who witness and/or experience violent crime.
Expected Impact:
The funds will help address the mental and emotional well-being of Community Health and Violence Prevention Services clients, community members, and staff. These services are intended to reduce the psychological and stress-related impact of community-based violence, which in turn will improve the physical and overall health of these individuals.
Alternative Options:
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Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
X Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
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