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Casper delegation recommends 24/7 crisis diversion and council liaison after Edmonton exchange
Summary
A Casper delegation reported lessons from Edmonton through Peace in Our Cities, urging the city to appoint a councilor or staff liaison to the Natrona Council for Safety and Justice and to scope a 24/7 crisis diversion pilot, plus regular progress reporting and budget follow‑up in February.
A delegation that visited Edmonton as part of the Peace in Our Cities City Exchange told Casper City Council on Dec. 9 that Edmonton’s success rests on a coordinated hub model, civilian 24/7 crisis diversion responders and integrated data that links law enforcement, health and youth services.
Jacqueline, a member of the Casper delegation, said the City Exchange was intended to “build off of the good work that’s already happening” in Casper and to offer strategic ideas for unifying local programs. Shane, another delegation member, described Edmonton’s model — a REACH hub coordinating crisis…
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