Receive research report on Community Crisis Response Program options
In Plain English
The city allocated $1 million in 2021 to create an alternative to police for responding to low-level 911 calls. Urban Strategies Council studied program options and surveyed residents about their experiences with 911 and crisis resources. If approved, a full program operating 24/7 costs $1.9 to $2.4 million annually.
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Votes
To direct staff in partnership with Urban Strategies Council to move forward with Option 2 (institute the Community Crisis Response Program within an existing city department), specifically within the Office of Neighborhood Safety (ONS); bring the ONS director to the table to propose new community crisis response program division structural options by November 2023 presenting a proposal for the program design implementation plan and timelines for launch by August 2024; and draft job descriptions to ensure they are approved and posted publicly by December 15, 2023
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