Resolution - Police: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of Understanding, with the Children's Advocacy Center of the South Plains, for coordination of joint investigations involving child abuse.
Item Summary
Pursuant to the provisions of Texas Family Code, Title 5, Chapter 264, Subchapter E, the interagency agreement defines the scope and extent of the City's participation, along with other Lubbock County entities and agencies, in a county-wide collaborative effort to promote child welfare services.
A team approach among participating entities, and the establishment and maintenance of child-friendly environments are emphasized. Specific roles for participating entities are defined to minimize the trauma and other negative effects on children who are often impacted by child abuse, and to assist in the joint investigations of such abuse.