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Receive a presentation on the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and delegate authority to the County Administrator to address a request from CASA to increase the dedicated County owned space in the County Courthouse at 600 Union Avenue in Fairfield California to CASA
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The County Administrator recommends the Board receive a presentation on the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program and delegate authority to the County Administrator to address a request from CASA to increase dedicated County owned space in the County Courthouse at 600 Union Avenue in Fairfield California to CASA.
SUMMARY:
CASA of Solano County advocates for abused, neglected, and other identified children within the court system, with the belief that every child is entitled to a safe and stable home. CASA of Solano County is committed to advocating for the best interests of children; Providing ongoing support and comprehensive training programs to educate volunteer advocates; Maintaining public awareness and educate the community regarding child abuse and neglect; and Act as liaison with public and private agencies at the direction of the Juvenile Court Judge.
Since CASA's formation as a 501c3 organization in July of 2005, serving the foster children of Solano County, the need for CASA volunteers and requisite support staff has increased dramatically. In July of 2005, CASA had served 54 children involved in the Solano County child welfare system. In the calendar year 2017, CASA served 183 children and provided over 225 services. The value of these services was over one million dollars.
CASA will provide a presentation on the CASA program and its success in delivering services in Solano County. In addition CASA staff will share with the Board challenges the organization is facing as the need for services continues to grow. In ...
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