Item 57

Authorize to retroactively accept and expend a new grant award from the US Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, in the amount of $449,443 for the purpose of no-cost civil legal assistance and advocacy to victims of domestic violence who proceed pro se in court hearings and to assist in continuing supervised visitation and exchange services. (2)Further authorize to retroactively enter into sub grants with the agencies as detailed in letter dated October 10, 2014, in the amount of $355,962, from the FY 2014 JFF to support their activities in the coordination of providing support services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking. Effective October 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. 100% Federal Funds. Contingent upon Fiscal Committee approval on November 10, 2014.