Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Solicitor - State Court
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): All Districts
Seeking approval to accept the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) FY26 Grant Award from the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia (PAC) in the amount of $122,528.
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Information Contact: Kayla Harrison
Phone Number: 404-371-2820
PURPOSE:
Approval to accept the FY26 VOCA grant in the amount of $122,528, awarded to the Solicitor General’s Office for the purpose of continued funding for the Victim-Witness Assistance Program (VWAP). Awarded funds support the salary of two (2) full-time Victim-Witness Advocates. Grant Award cycle is from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026
NEED/IMPACT:
The grant supports our ongoing efforts of providing victim-centered supportive services and resources.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The award provides the Solicitor General’s Office with much needed supplemental funding to use for victim-centered services. The match requirement has been waived for this award period. No additional county funds will be requested for this award.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve and accept the above grant in the amount of $122,528, and to authorize the DeKalb County Solicitor General to execute all necessary documents.