City of Gainesville (Gainesville Police Department) funding for a Victim Advocate - 26-00671

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-09-22 · agenda_item

This agenda item is a funding request from the City of Gainesville for the Gainesville Police Department to support a Victim Advocate position. The item is under review by the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners at their September 22, 2026 meeting. The project is a public safety and social services initiative, not a construction or development project. It would fund a role that provides support to crime victims, which may involve coordination with local service providers. The scope of work is administrative and service-oriented, not physical construction. Local businesses that could be involved include those offering professional services, such as legal support, counseling, or administrative services, if the program expands. The opportunity is early, as the funding is still under review, so service providers could reach out to the county or city to offer their expertise or partnership.