Report Prepared by: Stephanie R. Dietz, City Manager
Title
SUBJECT: Acceptance of Grant Award for a Maximum of $977,647 From the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) and the California Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Program for a Three-Year Pilot Program, in Partnership with Merced County Probation, to Provide Prevention and Early Intervention Services to Youth Through the Pathways to Success Program
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting grant funding up to a maximum of $977,647 from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) and the California Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Program for a three-year pilot program, in partnership with Merced County Probation, to provide prevention and early intervention services to youth through the Pathways to Success Program.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting grant funds up to a maximum of $977,647 from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) and the California Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP); and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the contract/standard agreement, including any amendments, and other necessary documents pertaining to the life of the grant.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommended by Staff; or,
2. Approve with modifications; or,
3. Refer to staff for reconsideration of specific items as requested by Council; or,
4. Continue to a future Council meeting; or,
5. Deny.
AUTHORITY
Municipal Code Section 200; Local Government Planning Support Grants Program pursuant to Chapter 3.1 of Health and Safety Code (Sections 50515.05; Chapter 159, Statutes of 2019).
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
This grant program aligns with the City Council's FY 2022/23 Goals and Priorities to provide youth programs aimed at community violence prevention.
DISCUSSION
History
Formerly known as the California Gang Reduction, Intervention & Prevention (CalGRIP) Grant Program, the State Legislature e...
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