Accept $6 million state grant to fund violence prevention programs through 2025

Police & Community SafetyBudgetAppropriation

In Plain English

Richmond's Office of Neighborhood Safety received this 3-year grant to support local anti-violence programs. The funding pays 5 community organizations including RYSE Center and Richmond Police Activities League to provide street outreach, mentoring, and support services. The programs target youth and adults at high risk of gun violence involvement.

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Votes

To adopt said resolution

Moved by: Councilmember Johnson IIISeconded by: Councilmember McLaughlin
Passed

5 to 0

Thomas K. ButtAye
Nathaniel BatesAbsent
Demnlus Johnson IIIAye
Melvin WillisAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Eduardo MartinezAye
Claudia JimenezAbsent

Community Discussion

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