Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Justice Court, Precinct 2, to apply for the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Juvenile Justice Strategy Group Grant.

The purpose of this grant is to support state and local jurisdictions in advancing meaningful policy, practice, and programmatic improvements within juvenile justice systems to promote the well-being of young people. Through the Foundation’s Juvenile Justice Strategy Group (JJSG), the grant provides strategic resources, expert guidance, technical assistance, and targeted investments to help sites implement innovative and evidence-informed approaches. The grant aims to strengthen decision-making processes by promoting consistency, transparency, and alignment with Casey’s priorities. It encourages jurisdictions to leverage existing tools such as JusticeLink and the Youth Justice Resource Library, while also offering additional support where peer-to-peer learning or available resources may be insufficient. Funding and assistance may include technical support, investment in innovative initiatives with strong potential for positive outcomes, and opportunities for expanded learning such as conferences, site visits, and learning labs. Overall, the grant is designed to build capacity, foster collaboration, and improve outcomes for youth involved in the juvenile justice system.