Cody Vavra

Local Public Safety Coordinating Council / Local Criminal Justice Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes

The meeting included an update on the deflection/diversion program, highlighting its expanded scope to address a wider range of offenses and the involvement of the defense bar. Vacancies were discussed for a lay member and a local bar association member. Department updates were provided, noting that police and sheriff's departments are addressing staffing challenges, the court system is no longer in a defense attorney crisis, and the District Attorney's office is managing staffing needs. Additionally, updates were provided on legislative preparations, juvenile department referrals, community health department negotiations, and regional opioid settlement fund strategies.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.