BoA Public Safety Committee 6/16/2026

The Board of Alders Public Safety Committee meeting on June 16, 2026, focused on the continuation and impact of violence prevention and re-entry programs funded through a Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grant. Presenters from the Office of Violence Prevention and partner organizations such as Connecticut Violence Intervention and Prevention (CTVIP) and Goodwill of Southern New England detailed the use of grant funds to provide direct cash assistance, case management, workforce development, and re-entry services to individuals at high risk of recidivism. The discussion highlighted the success of these programs in reducing violent crime and recidivism rates, with data tracking centralized through a shared case management system. The committee considered a no-cost extension of the existing grant through September 2027 to sustain uninterrupted service delivery. Members expressed strong support for continuing the programs, emphasizing the importance of cross-sector collaboration and community engagement. The motion to approve the extension was passed and the item was scheduled to move forward to the full board for final approval.