Victim Advocacy and Services Unit Advisory Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The Council discussed the search for a culturally specific program representative and received updates from several subcommittees regarding necessary chapter revisions, including responses to new legislative requirements. The meeting featured a review of updated application requirements for OAG certified programs, with recommendations for enhancing applicant scrutiny and service evaluation procedures. Additionally, the Council debated the usage of security cameras within shelters, balancing safety monitoring with confidentiality expectations and potential legal liabilities. The Council also reviewed the status of the BIP pilot program, including site selection, the involvement of third-party evaluators, and future performance measurement, alongside an announcement regarding the opening of FVPSA and DVSA funding applications.