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Juvenile department seeks up to $497,000 federal grant to continue services for girls
Summary
Tory Peterson said the juvenile department intends to apply for an Office for Victims of Crime grant up to $497,000 over 36 months (no local match) to continue services for girls and to fund a probation counselor dedicated to girls' caseloads; application deadline Feb. 24.
Tory Peterson, a juvenile‑services official, told commissioners the department intends to apply for a federal Office for Victims of Crime grant to continue services currently provided to youth — especially girls — under county jurisdiction. Peterson said the grant would support existing early‑intervention and treatment services and allow the department to add a probation counselor to carry girls’ caseloads.
Peterson said the grant is for up to $497,000 over three years, with no match required. She told the board she has discussed timelines with county staff and requested assistance because the application is due Feb. 24 and she will be out of the country for part of the submission window.
Commissioners encouraged coordination with county grant staff and other county leaders who may assist with the application process.
What happens next: Peterson and the county grant‑writing resources will move ahead with the application and return to commissioners as needed.
