County approves youth-services contract; staff reports citations and program updates
Commission approved a Department of Family Services youth-services contract and heard program updates: 21 citations reported in June with several alcohol-related incidents, a newly hired therapist, and plans to request $35,000 from the City of Lander for ongoing services.
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The commission moved and approved a contract with the Department of Family Services for youth services and heard an operational update from program staff. For the month of June, staff reported 21 citations referred from local law enforcement (including juveniles aged 12–17) and six alcohol‑related incidents; staff said these figures are consistent month to month. The presenter noted outreach to the City of Lander seeking $35,000 in annual support for youth services and described improved data collection and a newly filled therapist position beginning next week.
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