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ORDINANCE NO. j_
SERIES OF 2016
BY AUTHORITY
COUNCIL BILL NO. 7
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER GILLIT
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORlZING THE APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE OF A
VICTIM ASSISTANCE LAW ENFORCEMENT (VALE) GRANT FROM THE VICTIM
ASSISTANCE LAW ENFORCEMENT BOARD OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT.
WHEREAS, the City of Englewood Police Department applied for funding under the VALE
Grants Program to be used for funding the Victim/Witness Program in the Englewood Municipal
Court; and
WHEREAS, the Victim/Witness Program in the Englewood Municipal Court has served the
victims of domestic violence since 1990; and
WHEREAS, the Englewood City Council authorized the 2015 VALE Grant acceptance by the
passage of Ordinance No. 6, Series of 2015; and
WHEREAS, the staff seeks Council approval of an Ordinance authorizing the application for
and, if granted the acceptance of a 2016 VALE grant in the amount of $20,035, for the period of
July 1st, 2016 to June 30th, 2017.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, THAT:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Englewood, Colorado hereby authorizes the
application for and acceptance of the VALE Grant and accompanying intergovernmental
agreement, a copy of which is marked as "Exhibit A" and attached hereto.
Section 2 . The Mayor is hereby authorized to sign said VALE Grant and accompanying
intergovernmental agreement on behalf of the City of Englewood.
Section 3. The funds for the VALE grant come from fines assessed by the Colorado 18 th
Judicial District. No Federal funds will be used.
Introduced, read in full, and passed on first reading on the 1st day of February, 2016.
Published by Title as a Bill for an Ordinance in the City's official newspaper on the 4th day of
February, 2016.
Published as a Bill for an Ordinance on the City's official website beginning on the 3rd day of
February, 2016 for thirty (30) days.
Read by title and passed on final reading on the 16th day of February, 2016.
Published by title in the City's official newspaper as Ordinance No.~ Series of 2016, on
the 18th day of February, 2016.
Published by title on the City's official website beginning on the 17 th day of
February, 2016 for thirty (30) days.
ATTEST:
I, Loucrishia A. Ellis, City Clerk of the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify that the
above and foregoing is ,irue copy of the Ordinance passed on final reading and published by
title as Ordinance No.+ Series of 2016. •
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For Official Use Only:
• Date Received _______ _ Application Number ___ _ VIS or UE
Project Duration ___ to ___ _ Previously Funded Yes No All Materials Included Yes No
ate of Board Review _____ _ Approved __ Denied __ _ Award Amount __ _
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VICTIM ASSISTANCE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
GRANT APPLICATION
18th Judicial District
6450 S Revere Pkwy
Centennial , CO 80111
(720) 87 4-8608
t1assiter@da18.state .co .us
Please be advised that the board may revoke any contract/grant if used inappropriately. Application must be typed or printed in
black ink. Applications must be copied on both sides (duplex). All application pages must be numbered. Please submit one
original and eight copies of your application. Limit application to 12 pages Including cover sheet and signature page, but
excluding attachments. Do not use a font any smaller than 12 polnL
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Phone (303) 762-2460 Fax(303)783-6902_
Address 3615 S. Elati St Englewood. CO 80110
E-mail :nweniq@englewoodgov.org
Web page http ://www.enqlewoodgov.org/lndex.aspx?paqe=487
AMOUNT REQUESTED ---=20__._0.;..;3 __ 5....a;.o;.,_.o __________ _
NON-PROFIT STATUS : __ Yes XX_No ___ In Progress
Tax ID Number ---------------
GOVERNMENT AGENCY: XX YES NO
V. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS (Include with all copies):
A . Budgets
1. Agency Budget (Waived for governmental agencies)
2. Victim Assistance Program Budget
3. Itemized Project Budget (must Include budget narrative)
B. Copy of 501 (c) (3) IRS Tax Ruling (if applicable)
C. Listing of Board of Directors and Key Officers
D. Copy of current Financial Statement and Audit Report-(Waived for governmental agencies) (Attach to original
copy only)
E . Management Letter from Auditor -(Waived for governmental agencies)
F. Random Sampling of Client Satisfaction Surveys
G. If you are requesting a full or part-time position, you must attach your agency's classification of that position and
job description
H. Resume of program/project administrator
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APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
SECTION A: PROJECT CONCEPT/DESIGN
1. Description of the applicant agency:
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Englewood Police Department provides emergency response to crime and non-crime incidents
within the City of Englewood as the primary law enforcement agency for the City.
2. Substantiate or quantify the problem your program is designed to address within this community.
i.e. factually or with other supportive documentation.
Englewood Victim Assistance provides the Victim/Witness Advocate to assist victims of
domestic violence for the Englewood Municipal Court. This position is currently held by Nicole
Maynard. The Victim/Witness Advocate position is designed to assist victims of domestic violence who
are seen in the Municipal Court. In 2014, the Englewood Police Department made 108 overall
domestic violence arrests.
3. Description of the project, which would be funded by VALE funds in the 18th Judicial
District. (Be specific regarding what services VALE funds will provide to this community.)
The Victim/Witness Advocate for the Englewood Municipal Court provides support for victims of
domestic violence through the Court process. The position also ensures that victims are informed of
their Rights under the Constitution and assists in providing those Rights. During the period from July 1,
2014 to June 30, 2015 there were 89 arraignments of domestic violence crimes in the Municipal Court.
The Victim/Witness Advocate contacted 243 victims during that time and 76 were new victims. There -
were 451 contacts with victims at arraignments, penalty hearings, probation reviews, motions
hearings, show cause hearings, and trials. Ms. Maynard also contacted victims through telephone
calls, personal appointments, and letters. These contacts were to answer questions, inform victims of
their Rights, and to discuss needs. Ms. Maynard also counsels family members who come to Court
with the victims. We expect the need for services to remain the same, or increase, for this upcoming
Grant cycle.
4. A. Identify and describe the project's goals and objectives. Your objectives must be measurable
and specific.
• To provide a Victim/Witness position to ensure support for victims of domestic violence through
the Court process according to the standards set forth in the Victim's Bill of Rights;
• To ensure that victims in the Englewood Municipal Court are informed of their Rights under the
Victim's Bill of Rights;
• To provide follow-up with victims after Court;
• To educate victims of the dynamics of domestic violence;
• To provide referrals to appropriate community resources such as Victim Compensation,
counseling, legal or financial assistance;
• To maintain contact with agencies or individuals such as Victim Compensation, Interfaith Task
Force, Human Services, shelters and therapists to maintain up-to-date resources available to
the victim;
• To work closely with the probation officer to be sure that the goals of therapy are being met and
the needs of the victim are being considered;
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• (Section A question 4. A. continued)
• To keep a client "check list" form for each domesti c violence client served. This checklist will
include referrals made, Victim Compensation application given, therapists suggested and
restitution requests;
• To maintain Court information, brochures and referral resources for clients from various ethnic
backgrounds using translation and counseling services .
B . What is your timetable and work plan for accomplishing your objectives?
Our t imeline i s ongoing.
5. A. Address what problems, if any, you anticipate in implementing the program/ project goals and
objectives .
We do not anticipate any problems in implementing the program goals. The program has been
successful in the past and any concerns/problems that have arisen have been mediated with all
parties involved.
B . How do you plan to resolve these problems?
Victim Assistance has an excellent working relationship with the Prosecutor's Office and the
Court. Victim Assistance is part of a collaborative effort to solve the problem and represent victims in
he solution. This includes constant conversations with all parties to ensure victims are being kept
informed and considered in the solutions.
SECTION B: SERVICE INFORMATION
1 . A. Define the population and geographic area targeted for services through this project.
This program will be available to all victims of domestic violence who are victimized in the City of
Englewood and whose case is heard in the Englewood Municipal Court.
8 . If the project is not located entirely in the 18th Judicial District, what percentage of services
would be for victims and witnesses in the 18th Judicial District?
The project is located entirely in the 18th Judicial District.
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2. A. Include a brief description of how the project strives to provide culturally competent serviGes.
Cultural competence is defined as a process in which an agency continuously strives to achieve the ·
ability to work effectively within the cultural context of an individual or community from a diverse
culture/ethnic background. If the project does not now strive to offer culturally competent services,
how will you do this in the coming grant period? Include cultural competency efforts in the goals and
objectives in Section A, question 4.
• We use the services of the Translation and Interpreting Center for translations in Court to
include spoken languages as well as sign language.
• The Court is equipped with a FM system for people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
• All of the Court information is translated into Spanish. We have a Spanish speaking translator
for Court hearings which are scheduled once a month for all the Spanish speaking clients.
These services are provided by Executive Languages. Ms. Maynard is currently revising the
Spanish language information packet.
• We have available a list of agencies from many ethnic backgrounds and are constantly
updating this list. Examples include: Asian Pacific Development Center, DOVE, CHAI, Servicios
de la Raza, and Muslim Family Services.
• We have packets designed specifically for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered, Queer
population and the unique dynamics presented.
• We have packets designed to address male victims.
In addition to providing information in native languages, the program strives to provide culturally
competent services by attending trainings and meetings to update the Advocates. Ms. Maynard and
Ms. Wenig have attended several trainings, provided by the Colorado Coalition Against Domestic
Violence and the Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance, on culturally appropriate responses A
and interventions. Ms. Maynard and Ms. Wenig take advantage of training opportunities to further w
cultural competence and the conversation continues within the Victim Assistance Unit and the
Department as a whole. This information is then incorporated into the packet for victims.
3. A. What number of people is in need of the services as proposed by this project?
(Identify source of information).
From July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015, there were 89 new cases and 243 total victims served in
the Municipal Court as documented by Court records. The Victim/Witness Advocate attempts to
contact all those whose lives are impacted by domestic violence, identified by either offense reports or
incident reports. During this time period, Ms. Maynard contacted 118 people affected by domestic
violence outside of the Court process. These victims made contact with the Police Department and the
incident did not rise to the level of an arrest; however, services were offered to these victims.
Historically, these numbers remain similar and we anticipate the same level of need for the upcoming
Grant cycle.
B. What number of people are currently being served in the 18th Judicial District and how? (Identify
source of information.) Explain how you report client numbers and service numbers.
At present, there are approximately 255 domestic violence cases active in the Municipal Court
and approximately 195 victims being served from 2015 and previous years. Each month,
approximately 10 cases are finalized; hence, the number of active cases is constantly changing. Ms .
Maynard keeps a written record of all client contacts. At any point during the case, a victim may
require notification or intervention. There are approximately 10 to 15 new cases each month.
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C. What percent of the victims you serve are monolingual Spanish speakers?
There are approximately 2% monolingual Spanish speaking victims . One afternoon per month
is designated as a Spanish-speaking docket. All of the Spanish-speaking domestic violence cases are
set on this docket. The Victim/Witness Advocate has access to an interpreter and is able to interview
victims.
D. How will your project diminish or eliminate any duplication of services?
There are no similar services in the Municipal Court. This program is designed to refer victims
to agencies that are providing services outside of the scope of this program to avoid duplication of
services. Each victim is matched with referral resources that meet her or his needs.
E. How will you coordinate services with similar or like programs?
The program is designed to refer victims to services that will respond to their specific needs.
Through appropriate referral, each victim is matched with referral resources that meet her or his
needs. Ms. Maynard continuously networks with other agencies and advocates in order to better
coordinate services when needed. Our working relationship with other agencies is excellent.
4. Define the management plan for the program/project. Identify specifically who will:
• be responsible for daily operations • • be accountable for the expenditure of grant funds .
• Include the resume of program/project administrator
The Victim Services Coordinator, Nancy Wenig is the coordinator and supervisor of the project.
The Victim/Witness Advocate, Nicole Maynard, submits a daily record of court activity to Ms . Wenig
which includes victim name, referrals made, victim compensation information, restitution requests, and
any other pertinent information. Ms. Wenig is responsible for the expenditure of the grant funds under
the supervision of the Chief of Police, John Collins, and the Director of Finance, Shelley Becker.
5. In compliance with the American Disability Act (ADA) on providing access, how does your agency
provide accommodations for crime victims or victim service providers?
The Englewood Municipal Court is fully accessible to persons with disabilities. We collaborate
with other service providers to address all areas of disability .
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SECTION C: EVALUATION INFORMATION
1. How will you evaluate whether or not this project has met its stated goals and objectives? Explain
how you evaluate the following:
• Process Evaluation -Did the program meet the project goals and objectives?
• Outcome/Impact Evaluation -Did the program achieve the stated outcomes or behavioral
changes? How did the delivery of services improve the life situation of your clients?
• Overall agency success -How do you measure if your agency is "doing its job" well?
Process Evaluation: The program will have met its goals and objectives by providing all
victims with ongoing support during and after his/her Court appearance. The program will
have provided all victims with information on their Rights as well as referrals to resources that
may assist victims with recovery.
Outcome Evaluation: Our goal is to provide safety and support for victims of domestic violence as
well as to educate victims of the Court process and services available. One measure of
success is the rate of acceptance of Victim Compensation applications for counseling. In
2014, 75 victims contacted at arraignment took applications for Victim Compensation . We
constantly encourage victims to participate in counseling. We hope our efforts to encourage
counseling for victims will help them recover. It is difficult to quantify this measure of success.
It is noted; however, that many victims contact the Advocate months or years later when
facing a separate life crisis. It is a measure of success that the victim feels safe contacting
Ms. Maynard to receive counsel, advice, and knowledge of systems even after the case is
final. The program also refers victims to community resources to aid with financial recovery.
In particular, we refer frequently to Catholic Charites and Interfaith Community Task Force to
assist those fleeing violence with financial assistance. In 2014, there were 20 referrals made -
to Interfaith to assist domestic violence victims with various financial needs, such as rent, cell
phone replacement, bus tickets, and moving expenses. Additional referrals were made to
Catholic Charities. We have recently begun using the Apriss record management system and
will be able to better track the referrals through that program.
Overall agency success: Our relationship with the City Attorney and Judge is excellent. The
process with which victims move through the Court process is efficient and informative.
Survey reports and follow up phone calls reflect a positive experience in the Court. Victims
are encouraged to keep in contact with Ms. Maynard to work through any rough spots in their
recovery. If a victim has a concern or complaint at any time during the process, it is
immediately staffed between Ms. Maynard and Ms. Wenig. The concern is then addressed
where the problem is concerned. This may be with Court, Prosecution, or Victim/Witness
procedures and the solution is always victim-centered and allows the victim to have a voice in
the process.
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SECTION D: CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
1. A. Define how this program/project will address the guidelines for assuring the rights of victims
nd witnesses as outlined in the Victim Rights Act (Section 24-4.1-302.5
C.R.S.). List specific services to be provided.
• The Victim/Witness Advocate ensures compliance with the guideline listed for assuring these
Rights to victims of domestic violence in the Municipal Court;
• Englewood Police Department has made a clear effort to provide victims with the services
entitled to them by the Victim Bill of Rights. The Court program addresses all of these rights
including: the right to be present and informed of critical stages in Court, to be heard at Court
proceedings, and to confer with the prosecuting attorney prior to disposition;
• The victim is asked if restitution is requested and is offered services such as financial or legal
help, shelters, or Victim Compensation;
• The Victim/Witness Advocate has a private office and waiting room at Court so that the victim is
assured of safety and privacy before Court proceedings;
• Each victim is given a brochure at the arraignment, which outlines Victim's Rights;
These Rights are reviewed by the Victim/Witness Advocate periodically to determine the
victim's comprehension of these Rights;
• Victims are informed of each stage of his/her case;
• No plea agreement is made with the defendant without consulting the victim;
• The victim is allowed to address the Court at most hearings;
• All victims are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect;
• Victims are informed, present, and heard;
• Victims are given a free copy of the initial report when requested;
B. What services are you providing as outlined in the VALE statute (Section 24-4.2-
105 R.S.).
The Victim/Witness Advocate program provides the services outlined and ensures compliance with
assuring Rights to victims of domestic violence in the Municipal Court through:
• Providing crisis intervention to victims;
• Referring victims to appropriate resources, to include Victim Compensation, and assisting
victims with filling out forms;
• Educating victims on the criminal justice system;
• Assisting with the prompt return of property;
• Notification of all stages of the case;
• Intercession with employers or landlords;
• Provision of translation services through language line or interpretation services in person;
• Assistance with transportation to Court through taxi or RTD pass .
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2. Does your agency have a statutory mandate to notify victims under the Victim Rights Amendment
(VRA)? xx_ Yes __ No If yes, please answer the following questions.
How do you presently notify victims of their rights under the VRA? •
A folder is provided to each victim at arraignment which contains No Contact Orders,
literature on Domestic Violence, a Victim's Rights brochure , Victim Compensation application
and the Victim/Witness Advocate's card. Ms. Maynard explains these Victim's Rights to
her/him at the arraignment and continues to keep the victim informed of changes in the status
of the case, schedules and results of hearings, availability of property return and other
information pertinent to the victim's case while the case is active in Court. Ms. Maynard makes
these contacts in person, by phone, and by letter.
What is the approximate number of clients who receive notifications made by your agency each
year? (N= # of clients)
There were approximately 243 victims contacted from July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015.
These victims had cases in various stages of resolution, each needing information on the
status of the case as well as other information pertinent to the victim's needs, e.g . property
return, Victim Compensation information, etc.
What is the approximate total number of notifications made by your agency each year? (N=# of
total notifications)
Each victim has on average 5 contacts with the Victim/Witness Advocate during the
course of the case in Court. With 243 victims in this time period, this equals approximately
1,215 contacts with victims in person, by phone, and by letter. Ms. Maynard also contacts
victims who have made a police report that does not result in charges filed to assess safety,
review Rights, and provide resources and support. These additional contacts are not reflected •
in these numbers. However, 118 additional contacts were made to victims facing domestic
violence outside of the Court process.
3. Does your agency have a victim rights brochure that is distributed to victims?
A Victim's Rights Brochure is attached. This is given to each victim at the time of
arraignment or through a letter sent to the victim. We are in the process of updating the
brochure.
4. Describe the training your agency provides to all staff and volunteers about informing victims of
their rights under the Colorado Constitution.
Date of last training: ____ A.......,pr __ il __ 2 __ 0 __ 1 __ 5 _____ _
Training provide by:. __ ___,;,,N .... a=-n=c"'"y...:;W...a..;;.en=i..,.g ____ _
What percent of your staff attended the above training?
100%
Who conducted the training session?
Nancy Wenig, Victim Assistance Coordinator
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If last training was more than a year ago, • Date of your next training: ___________ _
Who is the trainer? ______________ _
5. Are any of the services provided by your agency eligible for Crime Victim Compensation
reimbursement? ___ Yes xx No
Is so, list services:
Does your agency regularly conduct or receive Crime Victim Compensation training for direct
services staff or volunteers? xx Yes __ No
Describe the training on victim compensation that has been provided to your staff and
volunteers.
Date of last training:...,A...:,:p::..:..r.:..:..il =20=-1.:..::5.___ ____ _
Training provide by: Nancy Wenig, ____ _
SECTION E: ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
We would like to express our gratitude and appreciation for the funding that the VALE Board
has given to this program. The program is essential to the operation of the Municipal Court domestic
violence program. The presence of a full-time Advocate in the Municipal Court provides an invaluable
resource to victims of domestic violence. Due to the size of the program and population, Ms. Maynard
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SECTION F: BUDGET SUMMARY/FINANCIAL INFORMATION
1. Total amount of VALE funds requested: $ 20,035.00
2. Will the amount requested provide full funding for the project? __ Yes xx No
If no, please identify other funding sources and amounts received within the past two years.
Do not include other VALE funding. Please also include other pending grants.
Source Date of Award Amount
3. Are you currently receiving VALE funding? xx Yes No
If yes, please identify the Judicial District and the amount requested and received.
current year funding from the 18th Judicial District.
Date of Award District Amount Requested
4/8/15 18th $19,398.00 __ _
Amount Received
$19,398.00_
4. Will you be applying to other VALE Boards for funding? __ Yes xx No
If yes, please identify the Judicial District and the amount requested.
Date of Request District Amount Requested
Include
5 . Does your agency receive victim assistance funding through the use of a municipal surcharge? If
yes, you must provide specific documentation outlining your agency's surcharge intake for the last
two fiscal years and detailing how these funds were distributed.
The program has not historically been able to secure Municipal funding. We are in a unique
position within the State because we have the only elected Municipal Judge, Judge Vincent Atencio.
However, in 2014, we approached Judge Atencio again and he granted a domestic violence fee of
$50.00 to be assessed on each case involving a domestic violence disposition. Judge Atencio began
assessing the fee in July of 2014. The Court has collected $1700.00 thus far. Please find
documentation attached. None of these monies have been spent. When assessing the fee, Judge
Atencio indicated that the program may use it to benefit victims of domestic violence or to offset costs
of the program. There are not enough funds to supplement salary at this point. The fund depends on
payment from defendants and will most likely not see a significant balance for some time; however, we
are excited for this step.
6 . If an increased amount of funding over this year's grant award is being requested, please provide
written justification. Substantiate or quantify factually or with other supportive documentation.
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The amount we are requesting is an increase from previous Grant requests due to
increased employee costs and a continued decline in revenues. •
· 7. Anticipated client fees if any, from this project: $ __ none ____ _
8. Describe the volunteer and/or in-kind services that will be used for this program/project.
No volunteer hours contribute to this program.
9. What percentage of your total budget is this request for VALE funds?
Approximately 40% of the total budget would be VALE funded.
10. If this program/project is to continue beyond the initial funding period, please identify how the
program/project will be funded in the future. Please be specific.
The City of Englewood is committed to the Victim/Witness Program in the Municipal Court. The
City is willing to provide the difference in the total cost of the program. The City of Englewood has
been responsible in assuming their share of successful programs when it is financially able.
11. Have you applied for VOCA funding? If not why?
We have not applied for VOCA funding. Historically, the program has been able to operate with
funding provided by the City of Englewood as well as VALE. We did not apply for the recent release of
additional funding from VOCA to be used for Capital expenses. We accessed our needs as a
epartment and Unit and did not determine much of a need for equipment, software or computer, or
office furniture. However, when the VOCA funds are released this year, we will re-access our
application.
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The applicant assures that the following signatories and all staff and volunteers assigned to this
project have read and understand the rights afforded to crime victims pursuant to section
24-4.1-302.5 C.R.S. and the seivices delineated pursuant to sections 24-4.1-303 C.R.S. and 23-4.1-
304 C.R.S.
I hereby certify that the information contained herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
Project Director
Typed Name of Project Director
Signature Project Director's Date
Agency Director
Typed Name of Agency Director
Signature, Agency Director Date
Financial Officer
Typed Name of Financial Officer
Signature, Financial Officer Date
Authorized Official
Typed Name of Authorized Official
Signature Authorized Official Date
Project Director: The person who has direct responsibility for the implementation of the project. This person
should combine knowledge and experience in the project area with ability to administer the project and
supervise personnel. He/She shares responsibility with the Financial Officer for seeing that all expenditures
are within the approved budget. This person will normally devote a major portion of his/her time to the project
and is responsible for meeting all reporting requirements. The Project Director must be a person other than
the Authorized Official of the Financial Officer.
Agency Director: The executive director of the agency. This may in some agencies be the same person as
the project director or authorized official.
Financial Officer: The person who is responsible for all financial matters related to the program and who has
responsibility for the accounting, management of funds, and verification of expenditures, audit information and
financial reports. The person who actually prepares the financial reports may be under the supervision of the
Financial Officer. The Financial Officer must be a person other than the Authorized Official or the Project
Director.
Authorized Official: The authorized official is the person who is, by virtue of such person's position , authorized
to enter into contracts for the grant recipient. This could include: Mayor or City Manager, Chairperson of the
County Commissioners, District Attorney, President of Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Superintendent,
or other Chief Executive Officer.
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• COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
Date: Agenda Item: Subject:
February 16, 2016 9biii Intergovernmental Agreement -
VALE Grant-2nd Reading
Initiated By: Staff Source:
Police Department Nancy Wenig, Victim Services Coordinator
COUNCIL GOAL AND PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
City Council has previously approved Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement {VALE) grants
from 1990-2015.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
The Police Department is recommending that City Council adopt a Bill for an Ordinance, on
second reading, authorizing the Police Department to apply for and accept funding in the
amount of $20,035 from the 2016 VALE Grant.
BACKGROUND, ANALYSIS, AND ALTERNATIVES IDENTIFIED
The VALE Grant finances approximately 40% of the salary for the Victim Witness Advocate
position which is assigned to the Englewood Municipal Court. The Victim Witness Advocate
provides services for victims of domestic violence .
FINANCIAL IMPACT
If we receive full funding, the VALE Grant will fund $20,035 towards the Victim Advocate
position.
The funding for the VALE grant program comes from fees that are collected by courts in the 18th
Judicial District.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Bill for an Ordinance
2016 VALE Grant Application
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
Date: Agenda Item: Subject:
February 1, 2016 11aiii Intergovernmental Agreement -
VALE Grant
Initiated By: Staff Source:
Police Department Jeff Sanchez, Deputy Chief
COUNCIL GOAL AND PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
City Council has previously approved Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE) grants
from 1990-2015.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
The Police Department is recommending that City Council adopt a Bill for an Ordinance on first
reading authorizing the Police Department to apply for and accept funding in the amount of
$20,035 from the 2016 VALE Grant.
BACKGROUND, ANAL YSIS1 AND ALTERNATIVES IDENTIFIED
The VALE Grant finances approximately 40% of the salary for the Victim Witness Advocate
position which is assigned to the Englewood Municipal Court. The Victim Witness Advocate
provides services for victims of domestic violence .
FINANCIAL IMPACT
If we receive full funding, the VALE Grant will fund $20 ,035 towards the Victim Advocate
position.
The funding for the VALE grant program comes from fees that are collected by courts in the 18th
Judicial District.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Bi ll for an Ordinance
2016 VALE Grant Application