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Benton County crisis center team outlines hiring, certification and phased opening plans
Summary
County staff reported progress on the Benton County crisis center (stabilization downstairs, respite upstairs): furniture orders placed, certification and billing work underway, bargaining still in process before hiring, and IT and security procurement scheduled to meet an early‑May target for ceremonial events.
County staff updated the board on the Benton County Crisis Center project scope and near‑term tasks on Feb. 18.
Project scope and phasing: Rachel Vance and project manager Stacy Utsi said the facility will operate in phases — a 24/7 stabilization area on the ground floor and a respite/residential component upstairs. Furniture for the stabilization area and upstairs respite has been ordered.
Staffing and bargaining: Utsi said hiring is paused pending…
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