Legislation Details

File #: 24-7127    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Grant Status: Passed
File created: 10/31/2024 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 11/12/2024 Final action: 11/12/2024
Title: Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to accept from the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division grant funds in the amount of $70,121.00, with a required match of $17,550.00, for the FY 25 Victim Assistance Program, and to amend an agreement with the Community Supervision and Corrections Department.
Department: Management and Budget
Department Head/Elected Official: Daniel Ramos, Executive Director

Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant

Project ID (if applicable): 3960705
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to accept from the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division grant funds in the amount of $70,121.00, with a required match of $17,550.00, for the FY 25 Victim Assistance Program, and to amend an agreement with the Community Supervision and Corrections Department.
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Background and Discussion:
The Victim Assistance program (VAP) provides service referrals, navigation assistance, and notification for victims of crimes perpetuated by offenders enrolled in community supervision. The program also helps crime victims recover court ordered restitution.


Expected Impact:
Improved public health and public safety, justice for victims.


Alternative Options:
To provide fewer services or fund programs from general or other funds.


Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
X Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
_ Environment
X Governance and Customer Service

Prior Court Action (if any):
Date
Agenda Item #
Action Taken
10/31/2023

FY24 Award Accepted
1/30/2024
24-0326
FY 25 Approval to Submit Application

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Fiscal and Personnel Summary
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1000 - General Fund
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Total Current Budget
$17,550.00
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