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Family crisis center asks Shelby County for $750 in FY27; board approves support
Summary
Representatives of a local crisis-services provider told the Board of Supervisors they provide victim support, court accompaniment and referrals and requested $750 for fiscal year 2027; the board approved the funding request by voice vote.
Representatives from a local family crisis service described the agency’s work serving victims of violent crime and asked the Shelby County Board of Supervisors to increase county funding for fiscal year 2027.
The presenter said the organization receives referrals from law enforcement and the county attorney’s office, helps clients with emotional support and the criminal-justice process, and “we are there for their emotional emotional support,” and asked the board for $750 for FY27. A board member moved to support the request, the motion was seconded and the board approved it by voice vote.
The presenters also said the organization runs the statewide crisis line for multiple counties and offers flexible support including attending hearings, assisting with victim-impact statements and helping with basic needs such as rides to medical appointments and connections to food pantries. Board members thanked the presenters and recognized the continuing demand for victim services in the county.
The action: board approval of the requested FY27 support. The presenters noted last year’s county contribution had been $500 and said the organization’s recent increase in local calls and caseloads motivated the larger request.
