Prosecutor warns VOCA cuts could force staff reductions; seeks part‑time to full‑time conversion
The county prosecutor told commissioners anticipated VOCA grant cuts (potentially ~40%) could eliminate funded advocate positions; the office proposed converting a part‑time advocate role to full time, which would increase general‑fund costs and could affect victim notification capacity under the Missouri constitution.
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The prosecutor—s office told Cole County commissioners on Dec. 11 that anticipated cuts to VOCA (Victims of Crime Act) funding could reduce grant revenue by as much as 40% and put two VOCA‑funded advocate positions at risk.
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