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Family Justice Center grant approved after dozens of public commenters urge county to restore no-match funding
Summary
Commissioners approved funding for the Family Justice Center as part of the consent agenda after lengthy public comments urging the county to allow the center to apply for and receive a no-match grant; residents described personal experiences and warned funding gaps harm survivors and children.
Alamance County commissioners approved a funding item for the Family Justice Center (FJC) as part of the consent agenda on April 21, after multiple residents urged the board to allow the center to apply for and receive a no-match grant and to provide county funding to replace any lost opportunity.
Public testimony: Several residents, including survivors and community advocates, told commissioners the FJC provides vital services for people experiencing domestic violence and for children who witness abuse. Speakers described using FJC services for shelter, counseling and safety planning and urged the board to approve the…
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