Consent-Law & Justice Services # 43.
Board of Supervisors
District Attorney
- Meeting Date:
- 07/25/2023
- Brief Title
- Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program Grant
From:
Jeff Reisig, District Attorney, District Attorney's Office
Staff Contact:
Nikki Abaurrea, Chief Fiscal Admin Officer, District Attorney's Office, x4505
Supervisorial District Impact:
Countywide
Subject
Adopt resolution granting the Yolo County District Attorney and/or Chief Deputy District Attorney authority to accept, on behalf of Yolo County, $202,545 from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services to fund the DA's Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program. (No general fund impact) (Reisig)
Recommended Action
- Adopt resolution granting the Yolo County District Attorney and/or Chief Deputy District Attorney authority to accept, on behalf of Yolo County, $202,545 from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services to fund the DA's Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program; and
- Authorize the District Attorney and/or Chief Deputy District Attorney to execute the grant award agreement including any and all amendments or extensions.
Strategic Plan Goal(s)
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Thriving Residents |
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Safe Communities |
Reason for Recommended Action/Background
The District Attorney's Office was first awarded the Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program grant in December 2018.
This is a vertical prosecution grant which allows the Violence Against Women's unit to maintain a consistent relationship with victims from the beginning to the end of the legal process. Personnel in this grant handle domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking cases.
This grant funds a limited term Paralegal and limited term Victim Services Program Assistant (VSPA). The VSPA helps victims receive counseling services, attend court dates, and assists victims through the criminal justice process. The Paralegal assists on all cases involving violence against women by preparing motions and case briefs, preparing jury instructions, and assisting with restitution claims.
This is a vertical prosecution grant which allows the Violence Against Women's unit to maintain a consistent relationship with victims from the beginning to the end of the legal process. Personnel in this grant handle domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking cases.
This grant funds a limited term Paralegal and limited term Victim Services Program Assistant (VSPA). The VSPA helps victims receive counseling services, attend court dates, and assists victims through the criminal justice process. The Paralegal assists on all cases involving violence against women by preparing motions and case briefs, preparing jury instructions, and assisting with restitution claims.
Collaborations (including Board advisory groups and external partner agencies)
The Yolo County District Attorney's Violence Against Women unit works closely with all local law enforcement agencies and community-based organizations to provide victims with quality services throughout the criminal justice process.
County Counsel reviewed the board resolution and approved to form.
County Counsel reviewed the board resolution and approved to form.
Fiscal Impact
No Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact (Expenditure)
- Total cost of recommended action:
- $ 202,545
- Amount budgeted for expenditure:
- $ 233,354
- Additional expenditure authority needed:
- $ 0
- One-time commitment:
- Yes
Source of Funds for this Expenditure
- Federal Grant Funds
- $202,545
Further explanation as needed:
Funds for the Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecution Program were included in fiscal year 2023-24 recommended budget and approved by the Board of Supervisors on 6/13/23.
There is a difference of $30,809 between what was budgeted and awarded. We will be able to find savings due to personnel changes.
Grant period is from 1/1-12/31/23
There is a difference of $30,809 between what was budgeted and awarded. We will be able to find savings due to personnel changes.
Grant period is from 1/1-12/31/23
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | mrobertson | 07/10/2023 01:16 PM |
| County Counsel | Hope Welton | 07/10/2023 01:16 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Nikki Abaurrea
- Started On:
- 07/08/2023 12:17 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 07/11/2023