Medium PriorityPublic Safetyopen
Victim advocate program funding
Summary
The city's victim advocate program has run for 28 years but federal VOCA funding now covers only about 40% of staff costs. The council heard that stable city-based funding may be needed to keep the program going.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
About 60% of program costs currently fall outside VOCA funding, making city support a future budget question.
✅Who benefits
Crime victims in Payson who need help navigating courts, protective orders, and recovery.
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