TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Allison Haley - District Attorney
REPORT BY: Sophie Johnson - Staff Services Manager
SUBJECT: Application and Acceptance of Funding for Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program
RECOMMENDATION
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District Attorney requests approval of and authorization for the Chair to sign a Certification of Assurance of Compliance document that authorizes the District Attorney to apply for and sign grant Subaward documents in the anticipated amount of $202,545, with the California Office of Emergency Services for the term of January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024 for the Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Approval of the recommended action will allow the District Attorney to apply for and sign grant subaward documents, including amendments, extensions, and modifications, thereof, for the Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program. This subaward program grant in the amount of $202,545, administered by the California Office of Emergency Services, requires in-kind matching funds of $67,515 for a total project cost of $270,060.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
Yes
Is it currently budgeted?
No
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
This item is discretionary, there is no mandate for the County to establish a Vertical Prosecution program for Violence Against Women. However, there is an opportunity to receive grant funding to improve the criminal justice process, improve conviction rates and minimize victim trauma. The in-kind match required for these grant funds, will not result in a net increase to the General Fund.
Is the general fund affected?
No
Future fiscal impact:
Appropriations for future fiscal years will be budgeted accordingly.
Consequences if not approved:
If this item is not approved, the District Attorney's office will be delayed in the efforts to establish a formal vertical prosecution program, further im...
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