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Gilbert updates new Advocacy Center construction, staffing and budget as opening nears
Summary
Town staff told council the Gilbert Advocacy Center is nearing completion of phase one, with construction on schedule, ARPA and town funds covering most costs and a hired director set to begin in mid-March; next steps include hiring therapists, accreditation and planning for phases two and three.
Don opened the retreat by highlighting the Advocacy Center as the first major item and staff provided a full update on construction, funding and operations. The center, designed to centralize services for victims of human trafficking, sexual and other assault and child abuse, is under construction; phase one reached significant milestones after a January 2025 groundbreaking and is on track for substantial completion in 2026.
Staff said the project is being funded largely with one-time federal ARPA dollars and town general funds. The phase-one budget was originally…
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