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Geneva continues contract with Association for Individual Development to provide social-worker services to police
Summary
The city authorized continuation of a contract with the Association for Individual Development (AID) to provide an on-call social worker 24/7 and in‑building services two days a week; staff said AID supported 34 clients in fiscal year 2025 and helped reduce repeat police calls for service.
Geneva’s Committee of the Whole approved continuation of a contract with the Association for Individual Development (AID) to provide social-worker services to the police department, including 24/7 on-call coverage and in‑building services two days per week.
City staff told the council the arrangement, in place since 2014, connects police officers with social workers who follow up on referrals, visit homes, and provide in‑building appointments for clients. The chief of police and staff said AID provided support to 34 clients in fiscal year 2025 and helped reduce repeat calls for service.
Alderson Bowring said he was pleased the city continued the service despite lack of grant funding in the past, and he urged staff to explore expansion if demand and budget allow. Chief Pasarelli and staff described operational procedures: officers complete a referral form for cases requiring follow up, and AID social workers respond on their scheduled days and on-call when needed.
Councilmembers agreed the service is valuable; the Committee approved continuation by voice vote. Staff said the city will consider expanding hours or services in future budget cycles depending on demand and funding.
