HomeMy WebLinkAbout20012750.tiff RESOLUTION
RE: APPROVE VALE GRANT APPLICATION FOR VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with a VALE Grant Application for the
Victim/Witness Program from the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board
of County Commissioners of Weld County, on behalf of the 19th Judicial District Attorney's
Office, to the VALE Board, with terms and conditions being as stated in said application, and
WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said application, a
copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of
Weld County, Colorado, that the VALE Grant Application for the Victim/Witness Program from
the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of
Weld County, on behalf of the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office, to the VALE Board be,
and hereby is, approved.
The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted
by the following vote on the 1st day of October, A.D., 2001.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
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VALE GRANT APPLICATION
Grant Period: JANUARY 1, 2002 to DECEMBER 31, 2002
SECTION A - AGENCY INFORMATION:
1. Applicant Agency: 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office,
Victim/Witness Program
2. Street Address: 915 Tenth Street, Greeley, CO 80631
3. Mailing Address: P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632-1167
4. Phone: (970) 356-4010 Fax: (970) 352-8023 E-Mail: GLRathke@netscape.net
5. Project Director: Gary L. Rathke, Community Programs Administrator, V/W
6. Project Title: Victim/Witness Program
7. Agency Status: Governmental Agency
8. Grant Amount Requested:
VALE Grant Funds Requested $ 68 700.00
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VALE Administrative Funds Requested 35,082.00
CVC Administrative Funds Requested 35,082.00
TOTAL AMOUNT REQUESTED $138,864.00
Post Office Box 1167 •915 Tenth Street •Greeley, CO 80632• (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
2001-2750
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SECTION B - NARRATIVE SUMMARY:
AGENCY DESCRIPTION:
From its inception the Office of the District Attorney, in the Nineteenth Judicial District or
Weld County, has been responsible for the prosecution of those individuals who violate
state statutes within its jurisdiction. Over the years this prosecutorial role has led to the
establishment of certain functional divisions within the District Attorney's Office,
including the district, county and juvenile court trial divisions, the clerical division, the
investigation and consumer-fraud division, and the juvenile diversion program.
Additionally, in 1980, the Victim/Witness Program was begun in the District Attorney's
Office.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Since its creation, the role of Victim/Witness has evolved to include at least the following
significant activities: soliciting victim impact statements and restitution requests, offering a
Courtroom Assistance Program, administering the Crime Victim Compensation Program,
assisting the Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE) Board, providing Victim
Rights Act notifications, and offering a wide range of other services in support of crime
victims and witnesses (e.g., crisis counseling, criminal justice assistance, personal support,
relevant education, emergency financial help, HIV notices and other services). In
September, 2001, the 19th Judicial District added a dedicated domestic violence court in the
Weld County Centennial Center, and this change has significantly increased the quality
and quantity of Victim/Witness staff contacts with domestic violence victims. Furthermore,
in 2002 and 2003, the local judicial system plans to add two new District Court judges and
courtrooms, and this will necessarily involve some appreciably increased workloads for the
Victim/Witness Program.
SECTION C - PROJECT CONCEPT AND DESIGN:
OVERALL PROBLEM:
The Victim/Witness Program in the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office is the only
prosecution-based program serving victims and witnesses of crime in its jurisdiction. The
19th Judicial District or Weld County is a very large jurisdiction, covering over 4,000
square miles (the second largest county in Colorado and one that shares boarders with a
number of large jurisdictions, including Adams County, Boulder County, Larimer County,
Morgan County, and Cheyenne, Wyoming), having 21 (separate) law enforcement agencies,
having a rapidly growing population of about 160,000 people, and also having a large
temporary population of seasonal-farm workers and more than 10,000 college students. In
such a large and diverse jurisdiction, the DA's Victim/Witness Program has a central and
unique role in serving crime victims and witnesses in the judicial district.
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Many of the services offered by the Victim/Witness Program are not readily available from
any other agency in the small communities disbursed throughout the 19th Judicial District,
and are best provided in relationship to a victim's and witness's contacts with the District
Attorney's Office and the courts. In addition, many of the services provided by
Victim/Witness in the district are unduplicated in the jurisdiction; specifically, these
services include providing Crime Victim Compensation (regular and emergency awards),
HIV notices and education (related to prosecuting sex crimes), Victim Rights Act notices (at
each critical stage during the prosecution of designated crimes), case status information (to
police officers, victims and witnesses), liaison with prosecutors, safe and secure court
waiting areas, and others.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
In order to continue, expand and enhance the services it provides, the District Attorney's
Victim/Witness Program establishes the following goals and objectives for itself to
accomplish in 2002:
GOAL 1. To provide, within the 19th Judicial District, comprehensive services, including
crisis counseling, follow-up contact, criminal justice education and assistance, personal
support, information and referral, Crime Victim Compensation, emergency financial
assistance, HIV education and notices, Victim Rights Act notices, and other services, to
victims of violent crime.
OBJECTIVE 1. By December 31, 2002, to assist the VALE Board to administer the funds
under their control, including approving the disbursement of the DA's administrative
funds, awarding over $300,000 in grants, distributing approved funding and monitoring
grant recipients.
OBJECTIVE 2. By December 31, 2002, to provide necessary support for the Crime Victim
Compensation Board and the funds they administer, including investigating and processing
approximately 600 compensation claims.
OBJECTIVE 3. By December 31, 2002, to provide comprehensive services to victims and
witnesses of crime, providing 5,000 direct services (duplicated count).
GOAL 2. To provide, within the 19th Judicial District, unduplicated, prosecution-based
services to victims and witnesses of violent crime.
OBJECTIVE 1. By December 31, 2002, to provide at least 15,000 victims and witnesses
(duplicated count) with staffed and separate waiting areas, trial coordination, case-status
information, "call off" notification, court escort, and other court-related services.
OBJECTIVE 2. By December 31, 2002, to assist 250 individual victims of domestic
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violence, child physical and sexual abuse victims, adult sexual assault victims, and other
victims of violent crime (e.g., DUI and DWAI crashes, homicide survivors, elder abuse
victims, assault victims, robbery victims, and others) to submit applications for Crime
Victim Compensation; furthermore, emergency financial assistance will be made available,
when appropriate.
OBJECTIVE 3. By December 31, 2002, to provide HIV education and notification, related
to the prosecution of sexual offense cases, to about 50 victims of child sexual abuse and
adult sexual assault.
OBJECTIVE 4. By December 31, 2002, to provide 18,000 Victim Rights Act notifications
(duplicated count) to all victims covered by the act; furthermore, about 50 elderly victims
of crime will receive personal contacts.
GOAL 3. To actively participate in efforts within the 19th Judicial District to provide
complete and effective services to all crime victims.
OBJECTIVE 1. Throughout 2002, staff will respond to all requests by law enforcement
and other community groups for information and training concerning the services
provided by the District Attorney's Office and its Victim/Witness Program.
OBJECTIVE 2. Throughout 2002, staff will participate in trainings, meetings, committees
and so forth related to providing services to crime victims and witnesses.
OBJECTIVE 3. Throughout 2002, the program will continue its efforts to retain and
recruit paid and volunteer staff members who are sensitive and effective in delivering
services in a manner that is meaningful to all racial, cultural and ethnic minority
populations; furthermore, as Latinos are the largest minority population in the judicial
district, estimated to make up about 28.3% of the district's population, the program will
give a hiring preference to applicants who are bilingual, in English and Spanish.
TIMETABLE, PLAN AND PROBLEMS:
TIMETABLE:
As described above, it is expected that the Victim/Witness Program will meet all of its goals
and objectives during the grant year, 2002. Through cross training, flexible (team)
coverage, and utilizing volunteers, Victim/Witness will seek to accomplish these goals and
objectives. In January, 2002, Victim/Witness plans to upgrade a half-time Community
Services Technician to full-time in order to help provide the increased staffing for services
currently being requested and to accommodate future changes that will necessarily result
in an increased Victim/Witness workload (e.g., two District Court judges and courtrooms
will be added in 2002 and 2003).
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PLAN:
During 2002, if the Victim/Witness Program is able to achieve its basic funding
requirements,the program will maintain its current level of services, as previously
described. In addition, Victim/Witness will begin to provide the increased staff and
services required to support the dedicated domestic violence court and the new District
Courts. In the past Victim/Witness has provided some services to a significant number of
the reported victims of domestic violence in the district and, with the creation of the
dedicated domestic violence court the number and quality of these contacts and services
has increased. During 2002 and 2003, in response to the area's growth and increased
criminal caseloads, the 19th Judicial District is scheduled to receive two new District Court
judges and courtrooms, and it is realistic to expect that this growth will also result in
increased Victim/Witness contacts and services. Therefore, in January, 2002,
Victim/Witness plans to upgrade one half-time position to full-time in an effort to enhance
certain services (e.g., increasing CAP services) and to keep up with increased workloads
resulting primarily from changes in the local judicial system.
PROBLEMS:
Over the years the Victim/Witness Program has received the full support of the District
Attorney and increasing financial support from various funding sources, and this has
allowed the program to continually met or exceed most of the goals and objectives it has
established. In recent years Victim/Witness has found it necessary to provide more services
to greater numbers of victims and witnesses with only minimal increases in its staff. Now,
these increased workloads have exceeded the Victim/Witness staffs ability to respond to all
of the requests for services and planned changes in the local judicial system suggest that
this trend will continue. If the program's funding goals are achieved in 2002, the
additional 20 FTEs of staff coverage will help Victim/Witness to maintain and enhance its
services; however, as the major portion of its funding comes from "soft" (i.e., grant) money,
it is always possible that the program will not receive the overall funding needed to
accomplish its overall goals.
Another problem the Victim/Witness Program encounters in accomplishing its goals and
objectives is maintaining full and trained staff coverage for all of the positions in its budget.
Due to the availability of higher paying positions within and outside the District Attorney's
Office, Victim/Witness has experienced regular staff changes, particularly among its
clerical staff. Last year Victim/Witness found that allowing more flexible scheduling for its
part-time staff helped to reduce some staff turnover. This year Victim/Witness responded
to this problem by gaining approval for the reclassification of one clerical position to that
of a Community Services Worker II, a change which has increased the position's pay grade
slightly and facilitated the enrichment of the duties performed by that position. Now,
besides allowing the program to respond to increased workloads, Victim/Witness is seeking
to address this problem by upgrading one Community Services Technician position from
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part-time to full-time.
VALE STATUTE COMPLIANCE:
First, as required in CRS 24-4.2-102, the District Attorney's Office provides administrative
and legal assistance to the VALE Board. Next, the Victim/Witness Program provides
almost all of the services described in CRS 24-4.2-105, (4), including: "a) Provision of
services for early crisis intervention; b) Provision of telephone lines for victims and
witnesses assistance; c) Referral of victims to appropriate social service and victim
compensation programs and assistance in filling out forms for compensation; c.5)
Assistance programs for victims and their families; d) Education of victims and witnesses
about the operation of the criminal justice system; e) Assistance in prompt return of the
victims' property; f) Notification to the victim of...the status of the case; g) Intercession
with the employers or creditors of victims or witnesses; h) Assistance to the elderly and to
persons with disabilities in arranging transportation to and from court; I) Provision of
translator services; j) Coordination of efforts to assure that victims have a secure place to
wait before testifying; k) Provision of counseling or assistance during court appearances
when appropriate; I) Protection from threats of harm and other forms of intimidation...."
(Note: While the District Attorney's Office and its Victim/Witness Program provides all of
the services listed above to some extent, it does not normally provide"notification to the
victim of the progress of the investigation, the defendant's arrest, [and] subsequent bail
determinations" (see "c.5"), and it does not offer "special advocate services" (see "m").)
Finally, as described in CRS 24-4.1-301, et al, the District Attorney's Office and its
Victim/Witness Program complies with all statutory guidelines for assuring the rights of
victims of and witnesses to crime (i.e., the Victim Rights Act).
SECTION D - SERVICE INFORMATION:
POPULATION AND GEOGRAPHIC AREA:
The geographic area served by the Victim/Witness Program is the 19th Judicial District
which is an area that is inclusive of all of Weld County, Colorado. According to recent
census figures, Weld County has a full-time population of nearly 160,000 persons. In
addition, Weld County has a sizeable temporary population that includes a large seasonal
worker population, and students attending the University of Northern Colorado and Aims
Community College.
PERSONS SERVED:
Each year the District Attorney's Office files charges in more than 19,000 cases (i.e., district
court,juvenile court and county court cases), and most of these cases have victims and/or
witnesses needing services. In support of all victims and witnesses of crime in the 19th
Judicial District, as mentioned previously, the Victim/Witness Program provides at least
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the following services: soliciting victim impact statements and restitution requests
(approximately 3,000 solicitations per year), offering a Courtroom Assistance Program
(each year CAP provides more than 20,000 separate contacts or services to crime victims
and witnesses), administering the Crime Victim Compensation Program (processing about
600 compensation claims per year and distributing awards exceeding $300,000 annually),
assisting the Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE) Board (in 2001, the VALE
Board awarded grants totaling $321,022 to 14 local victim programs), providing Victim
Rights Act notifications (in recent years VRA contacts exceed 18,000 annually and several
hundred additional contacts with elderly crime victims are counted each year), and
offering a wide range of other services in support of crime victims and witnesses (e.g., crisis
counseling, criminal justice assistance, personal support, relevant education, emergency
financial help, HIV notices and other services). In 2002, it is expected that the
Victim/Witness Program will continue to provide the same level and kinds of services;
furthermore,with the planned upgrading of one part-time position to full-time and with an
increased emphasis on using volunteers, it is expected that the quantity and quality of some
services will increase.
AGENCIES DUPLICATING SERVICES:
As the only prosecution-based victim services program in the 19th Judicial District, any
duplication by other community agencies of the services provided by the Victim/Witness
Program is minimal. Statutorily, only the District Attorney's Office has the authority to
provide crime victims and witnesses with many of the services being offered (e.g., Crime
Victim Compensation and VALE services, victim HIV notices, Courtroom Assistance
Program, etc.), and this program is in the best position to provide other services (e.g., case
status information, criminal justice education, prosecutor liaison, etc.). Furthermore, as
the staff of the Victim/Witness Program works closely with other programs and agencies
serving crime victims and witnesses, and makes referrals for needed services whenever
possible, the program naturally minimizes or eliminates any duplication of services.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT, COORDINATION AND NETWORKING:
The 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office and its Victim/Witness Program maintains an
excellent working relationship with the district's judicial system (i.e., courts and
probation), law enforcement agencies (i.e., 21 separate agencies), community groups (e.g.,
CVC Board, VALE Board, Domestic Violence Coalition, Sexual Assault Resource Team,
Long-Term Care Committee, et al) and victim-service providers (i.e., public, private and
governmental), and with various state organizations (e.g., Colorado District Attorney's
Council, Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance, Division of Criminal Justice, et al).
In order to achieve effective coordination, collaboration and communication with a diverse
group of individuals and organizations, the District Attorney's Office and the
Victim/Witness Program actively seeks out ways to accomplish this goal, including the
following: 1) Victim/Witness staff members, especially Gary Rathke and Karol Koeltzow,
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are active participants in the local Coordinating Committee for Victims of Crime (CCVC);
2) Victim/Witness has entered into a Coordination Agreement with most of the key victim
services agencies in the judicial district (see Attachment 5); 3) Victim/Witness has
completed an Agency-to-Agency Evaluation with other victim services agencies (see
Attachment 6) and is planning constructive changes to correct weaknesses identified (e.g.,
providing more training opportunities for smaller agencies, particularly regarding Victim
Compensation); 4) the District Attorney's Office, including Victim/Witness, staff members
are actively involved with various local and state committees and groups; 5) the D A's
Office provides complete administrative, legal and clerical support for the Crime Victim
Compensation Board and the VALE Board, and to the individuals and organizations
served by these programs; 6) each year Victim/Witness staff join with others in the judicial
district to plan activities to commemorate National Crime Victims' Rights Week (e.g.,
writing newspaper articles, editorials, offering training, etc.); and much more.
CRIME VICTIM COMPENSATION INVOLVEMENT:
The Victim/Witness Program provides information to victims concerning Crime Victim
Compensation in the following ways: distributing Victim Compensation brochures (in
English and Spanish) and application forms; referring to Victim Compensation in VRA
brochures; sending Victim Compensation letters to all VRA victims; providing Victim
Compensation training at law enforcement departments, victim services agencies and other
local groups; explaining Victim Compensation and helping victims to complete application
forms; et al. In addition, Victim/Witness staff assists victims to apply and receive Victim
Compensation in various ways, including at least the following: sending application forms,
when requested; answering questions and helping to complete the application forms;
facilitating the payment of emergency financial assistance,whenever it is appropriate;
processing all completed applications for timely submission to the Board; and distributing
award notices and compensation after Board meetings.
VICTIM RIGHTS ACT COMPLIANCE:
A. Training Provided. Training regarding the Victim Rights Act is provided to all new
staff and volunteers, including requiring them to read copies of the victim rights brochure
and VRA statutes. In addition, new staff members receive some VRA-specific training
from a knowledgeable staff person, and they are strongly encouraged to attend relevant
state training when it is offered (e.g., COVA Conference,DCJ meetings and training, etc.).
B. Notification Provided. Upon receiving a notice from a prosecutor that victims of a VRA
crime need to be informed about a"critical stage" event, the Victim/Witness Program will
send VRA notification letters and/or provide phone notices, with information concerning
the anticipated event, to all of the victims associated with that criminal action. When an
initial notice is being sent concerning the filing of charges, the victims are also sent a
brochure explaining the Victim Rights Act, a letter explaining the availability of Crime
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Victim Compensation, a request for a Victim Impact Statement, a request for restitution
information, and a listing of various victim-services providers. In addition to providing
this level of assistance to all victims covered under VRA, all elderly victims of crime,
regardless of the charges, receive this same level of attention.
C. VRA Brochures. The Victim/Witness Program has Victim Rights brochures, in English
and Spanish, that are available to the public and that are distributed to crime victims in the
manner described above (see Attachment 8).
COST SAVINGS:
No one can put a value on offering comprehensive services, with fairness, dignity and
respect, to crime victims and witnesses, but Victim/Witness currently does this with only 7
FTEs of paid staff coverage (i.e., 7 FTEs x 40 hours = 280 staff hours per week), a relatively
small staff when one looks at the total number of services being provided. Among the cost
saving measures used by the Victim/Witness Program are the following: 1) the program
uses multiple funding sources and, thereby, seeks to limit the total cost of the program to
any one funder; 2) the use of part-time staff members allows the program to maximize staff
coverage and to limit personnel costs; 3) the use of unpaid volunteers allows the program to
provide certain services without increased costs; and 4) the extensive use of computers and
various automated systems have helped to limit costs.
MANAGEMENT PLAN:
As Victim/Witness is a part of the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office, the overall
supervision of this program is the responsibility of Al Dominguez, Jr., the District
Attorney. The day-to-day management of the Victim/Witness Program, including acting as
the VALE project director, will continue to be provided by Gary Rathke, the Community
Programs Administrator, Victim/Witness. In addition, accounting functions will continue
to be provided by Weld County, which is being administered by Donald Warden, the
Director of Finance and Administration, and the Board of County Commissioners.
STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS:
A detailed explanation of the positions in the Victim/Witness Program responsible for
providing the services described previously is included in the attachments (see Attachment
7), including a description of duties, qualifications, training, etc., and, therefore, only the
following brief summary of the positions that make up the program's 7.25 full-time
equivalents (i.e., FTEs) of paid and volunteer staffing is provided: 1) the program has one
full-time (1 FTE or 40 hours per week) Community Programs Administrator, Gary
Rathke, who provides both administrative and direct-victim services; 2) the program has
one full-time (1 FTE) Community Services Counselor II, Karol Koeltzow, who helps with
the Crime Victim Compensation Program and provides other direct services; 3) four
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Community Services Technician positions, Linda Wurts (1 FTE), Doris Soltes (.5 FTE),
Corinna Blakely (.5 FTE) and Angela Sedillos (.5 FTE), who provide 2.5 FTEs of coverage
and their primary duties are court related (e.g., the Courtroom Assistance Program, trial
coordination, "call offs," etc.); 4) one full-time (1 FTE) Community Services Worker II,
Raquel Bustillos, whose primary responsibilities relate to providing Victim Rights Act
notifications but who also works on a limited basis with the Courtroom Assistance
Program; 5) two Office Technician II positions, Shirley Salazar (1 FTE) and Natilie
Hinchley (.5 FTE), who provide 1.5 FTEs of coverage and their duties are clerical (e.g.,
providing clerical support for Crime Victim Compensation, Victim Rights Act notices,
etc.); and 5) an average of 4 hours per week or .25 FTEs of coverage is provided by a
volunteers and their assigned duties are limited to helping with CAP and providing senior
notices. (Note: Additional volunteer assistance is provided by the VALE and Crime Victim
Compensation boards.) Besides the staff coverage listed above, Victim/Witness is
requesting additional funding in order to upgrade one of the part-time Community
Services Technician positions to full-time and, if the needed funding is achieved, this added
staff coverage will be able to help provide some of the extra staff coverage needed by the
Courtroom Assistance Program, including supplying the added help in the domestic-
violence court, the two new District Court courtrooms to be added in 2002 and 2003, and so
forth.
SECTION E - EFFICIENCY DESCRIPTION:
PAST SUCCESS:
As documented in the program's regular reports to the VALE Board, the Victim/Witness
Program has been successful over the years in meeting or exceeding almost all of the goals
and objectives it has set for itself. Furthermore, during 2001, Victim/Witness is on
track to match or exceed its performance in prior years and it will meet or exceed all of its
goals and objectives.
COST/BENEFIT RATIO:
As reflected in the program's reports to the VALE Board, the Victim/Witness Program has
been providing services to crime victims and witnesses at a very low average cost per
VALE dollar received. Annually Victim/Witness provides crime victims and witnesses with
approximately 37,500 separate services (a duplicated count) and, if this level of service is
sustained in 2001, this would equate into a cost to VALE per client served of about$1.75
(i.e., $65,400/37,500). In other words, the program is very cost effective and the high
number of victims and witnesses being served by the Victim/Witness Program continues to
result in a very low cost per client served. Furthermore, when one looks at the significance
of the information and assistance being provided, it seems fair to observe that
Victim/Witness not only provides cost effective services, it also provides indispensable and
valuable services to the victims and witnesses it serves.
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EFFECTIVENESS EVALUATION:
Based on data collected by staff members and Weld County's accounting records,
quarterly reports outlining the Victim/Witness Program's financial and programmatic
performance will be provided to the VALE Board. The primary measure of the program's
effectiveness will be the ability of the Victim/Witness Program to accomplish the goals and
objectives it has established. Victim/Witness will also use surveys conducted with other
victim-service providers and with clients it serves to evaluate its effectiveness.
SECTION F-BUDGETARY INFORMATION:
BUDGET PAGE: A Detailed Project Budget is provided in Attachment 1.
BUDGET EXPLANATION AND JUSTIFICATION:
As described in the program's current fiscal-year budget (i.e., FY 2001) included in the
attachments (see Attachment 2), the largest single funding source for the Victim/Witness
Program is Weld County Government which, in addition to paying for such things as
financial and personnel services, maintenance and custodial support, office space, lights,
and phones, costs which are not included in the program's budget, will also pay an
estimated $95,179 for the following costs: 1) the salary and benefit costs for one full-time
Community Services Technician, Linda Wurts, 2) the salary and benefit costs for one full-
time Community Services Worker II, Raquel Bustillos, and 3) the cost of providing Victim
Rights Act services (e.g., letterhead, postage, etc.). While the budget process for the
upcoming fiscal year, 2002, is not completed, the county's funding is not expected to change
significantly; however, scheduled (i.e., step raises) and anticipated (i.e., cost-of-living raises,
increased benefit costs, etc.) increases in salaries and benefits will increase the county's
costs.
Another important source of funding for the Victim/Witness Program is the Crime Victim
Compensation and VALE administrative deductions that are set aside for use by the
District Attorney's Office. In 2001, $60,274.77 in Crime Victim Compensation ($27,123.65)
and VALE ($33,151.12) administrative funds were used to pay for salaries and benefits
($52,291.29) and other costs ($7,983.48). As administrative funds are used to reimburse the
county for expenses accumulated in the previous year, the preceding payment was for
expenses accumulated during 2000, and it is now estimated that the county will be owed, at
the beginning of 2002,about $60,098 (see Attachment 2) for expenses accumulated in 2001.
(Note: In the 2001 funding request administrative costs were initially estimated to total
$58,787, and the current estimate is $1,311 higher due entirely to projected personnel
costs.) During 2002, it is estimated that a total of$70,164 in total administrative funds,
$35,082 in Compensation and $35,082 in VALE administrative funds, will be needed to
balance the Victim/Witness budget; however, if the projected increases in salaries and
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benefits are too low or if a funding source does not award the level of support being
requested, an increase in administrative funds to be expended will be essential. (Note: If
cost reductions are pursued in response to a funding shortfall, as personnel costs are the
only increased costs in the 2002 budget, cuts in personnel and corresponding services will
be necessary.)
A third source of funding for the Victim/Witness Program is the VOCA Assistance grant
that the program has received in recent years. During 2001,VOCA is providing a total of
$27,609, which is nearly 145% more than the $11,298 in funding received from this source
during 2000 (i.e., ($27,609-11,298)/11,298). In 2002, Victim/Witness is requesting $39,821
in VOCA funding, and, if this request is granted, this will represent a 44% increase over
the 2001 funding level and a whopping 253% increase in funding since 2000. VOCA
Assistance funding has been a reliable source of funding for the Victim/Witness Program
over the years, and, while an unprecedented increase in funding from this source was
achieved in 2001, it is not certain that VOCA will be able to grant another large increase in
funding again in 2002. VOCA plans to announce its "recommended awards" for 2002 on
October 24, 2000. As discussed above, if VOCA does not provide the full funding being
requested, then Victim Compensation and VALE administrative funds will be sought to fill
the budget shortfall.
A final and a very important source of funding for the Victim/Witness Program is the
annual VALE grant that the program receives. During the current fiscal year, 2001, VALE
is paying $65,400 to Victim/Witness for the partial cost of staff salaries and benefits. The
grant proposal being submitted asks VALE to award a total of$68,700 in the next year,
2002, this is an increase of$3,300 or about 5% over the current fiscal year. As described in
the Proposed Funding Changes section, the increased VALE funding will be used solely to
pay for increases in personnel costs. As with the other funding sources, any shortfall in the
proposed level of VALE funding will be absorbed first by an increase in administrative
funds utilized and, secondarily, by decreasing planned staffing levels and services.
PROPOSED FUNDING CHANGES:
In the annual grant proposal being submitted to the VALE Board for funding beginning on
January 1, 2002, there are only a couple of significant funding changes, as follows: 1) one
change merely relates to the distribution of grant funds amongst the Victim/Witness
Program's positions and does not change any of the services to be provided; and 2) the
grant request, $68,700, is about 5% more than the previous years grant (i.e., a $3,300
increase) in order to pay a portion of some increased personnel costs (e.g., cost-of-living
raises, step raises, upgrading one half-time position to full-time, etc.). First, the changes in
VALE's relative share in funding certain positions was implemented in order to better
distribute funding from the various revenue sources and to distribute funds in a manner
that reflects each revenue sources' funding mandates. Second, some of the increased
personnel costs, cost-of-living and step raises, are non-discretionary and the decision to
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upgrade one half-time position to full-time is being sought to respond to increased
workloads, current and anticipated. It is planned that these increased personnel costs will
be paid primarily with an increase in the VOCA Assistance grant (i.e., from $27,609 to
$39,821, a 44% increase) and to a lesser extent with increases in the VALE grant (i.e., from
$65,400 to $68,700, a 5% increase) and in the amount of administrative funding (i.e., from
$58,787 to $70,164, a 19% increase). Any shortfall in funding will be presented to the
VALE and Compensation boards for an increase in the District Attorney's administrative
funds budget.
FUTURE FUNDING:
The Victim/Witness Program, as a division of a governmental agency, is limited in the
sources and activities it is allowed to use to raise revenue. While the financial support
provided by Weld County has increased significantly over the years, Victim/Witness must
compete with other high priority programs for limited county funding and circumstances
make it difficult for programs to gain increased county support. In addition to the county
funding received, Victim/Witness has been successful in developing a strong funding mix
and continually looks for ways to improve its funding position. Additionally, the use of
unpaid volunteers will continue to be utilized to help control costs.
The Victim/Witness Program is continually facing increased costs and requests for its
services, and, therefore, the program seeks to spread its increased funding needs to support
these added demands amongst all of its funding sources. However, all revenue sources may
not increase at the rate desired, and VALE and Compensation funds, both grant and
administrative, will continually be relied upon to provide sustaining financial support for
the Victim/Witness Program.
SECTION G- ATTACHMENTS:
2002 DETAILED PROJECT BUDGET: See Attachment 1.
CURRENT FISCAL-YEAR BUDGET (2001): See Attachment 2.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS: N.A.
LETTERS OF SUPPORT: See Attachment 3.
...MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING...: See Attachment 4.
AUDIT REPORT: Because of it size, the most recent copy of Weld County's audit report is
being provided separately.
COORDINATION AGREEMENTS: See Attachment 5.
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AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATIONS: See Attachment 6.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS: See Attachment 7.
VICTIM RIGHTS ACT BROCHURES: See Attachment 8.
ATTACHMENT 1
2002 DETAILED PROJECT BUDGET
2002 Detailed Project Budget
TOTAL VALE VALE
COST % TOTAL
A. PERSONNEL:
Community Programs Administrator (1 FTE) $ 60,993 25% $15,248
Community Services Counselor II (1 FTE) 40,105 33% 13,235
Community Services Technician (1 FTE) 35,573 0% 0
Community Services Technician (1 FTE)' 30,265 60% 12,127
Community Services Technician (.5 FTE) 16,489 60% 9,893
Community Services Technician (.5 FTE) 13,781 60% 8,269
Office Services Worker II (1 FTE) 29,048 0% 0
Office Technician II (1 FTE) 26,652 37% 9,928
Office Technician II (.5 FTE) (see note) 0% 0
(Note: DA budget item paid with County funds)
TOTAL SALARIES & BENEFITS $252,906 27% $68,700
B. SUPPLIES & OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES:
Supplies $ 4,020 0% $ 0
Other Operating Expenses 10,938 0% 0
TOTAL SUPPLIES & OPERATING $ 14,958 0% $ 0
C. TRAVEL:
Travel and Meetings (e.g., boards, conf., etc.) $ 6,000 0% $ 0
TOTAL TRAVEL $ 6,000 0% $ 0
D. EQUIPMENT: $ 0 0% $ 0
E. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: $ 0 0%
$ 0
F. TOTAL PROJECT COSTS: $273,864 25% $ 68,700
G. TOTAL PERCENT BY SOURCE:
1. Federal Funds $ 39,821 15%
2. VALE Funds 68,700 25%
3. Other Funds:
a. Weld County 95,179 35%
b. Admin. Funds 70,164 25%
TOTAL $273,864 100%
ATTACHMENT 2
CURRENT FISCAL-YEAR BUDGET
(2001)
CURRENT FISCAL-YEAR BUDGET
(2001)
INCOME:
Weld County $ 95,179
VALE Grant 65,400
VOCA Grant 27,609
Administrative Funds (VALE and CVC) 60,098
TOTAL INCOME $248,286
(Note: The income amounts listed for Weld County and Administrative Funds are
estimates, and the actual amounts will not be known until each of these revenue sources
pays its respective expenses.)
EXPENSES:
Personnel Services:
Community Programs Administrator (1 FTE) $ 58,647
Community Services Counselor II (1 FTE) 38,562
Community Services Technician (1 FTE) 34,206
Community Services Technician (.5 FTE) 13,250
Community Services Technician (.5 FTE) 13,250
Community Services Technician (.5 FTE) 15,855
Office Services Worker II (1 FTE) 27,931
Office Technician II (1 FTE) 25,627
Office Technician II (.5 FTE) 0
TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES (7.0 FTE) $227,328
TOTAL SUPPLIES 4,020
TOTAL PURCHASED SERVICES (e.g., meetings, etc.) 16,938
TOTAL EXPENSES $248,286
(Note: The part-time Office Technician II position is paid by Weld County in the main
budget of the District Attorney's Office, and, therefore, the income and expense of this
position is not a part of the Victim/Witness budget.)
ATTACHMENT 3
LETTERS OF SUPPORT
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z• C)Ny Thomas Quammen - Assistant District Attorney
September 7, 2001
Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement Board
District Attorney's Office
915 Tenth Street
P. O. Box 1167
Greeley, CO 80632
Dear VALE Board Members:
As the District Attorney for the 19th Judicial District, I am pleased to write this letter of support
for the VALE grant application being submitted by the office's Victim/Witness Program.
I know you are aware that the Victim/Witness Program provides comprehensive services to
many victims and witnesses of crime throughout the entire judicial district. Currently, the
Victim/Witness Program works with a small staff, has a very limited budget, and is dependant
on all funding sources to provide sustaining support and funding for needed growth.
The VALE grant proposal that is being provided asks only for a slight increase in funding during
the next year, and it leaves open the possibility of requesting additional administrative funds if
other revenue sources fall short of expectations. In October, 2001, we will know if the VOCA
Assistance grant application that was made will provide partial funding for upgrading a part-time
Community Services Technician position to full-time hours and benefits. This small increase in
staff hours will be a great help to the Victim/Witness Program as changes in the local court
system have and will continue to increase the level of services that this program must provide.
The total budget provided with the Victim/Witness Program's grant application is felt to be the
minimum required to maintain existing services and to fund necessary growth.
Your continued financial support for the Victim/Witness Program will help to ensure that victims
and witnesses of violent crimes receive the personal support and comprehensive services that
the Victim/Witness Program is uniquely able to provide.
If I can answer any questions concerning the Victim/Witness Program's funding request, please
feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
A. M. inguez,
District Attorney
Post Office Box 1167•915 Tenth Street• Greeley, CO 80632 • (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
A Woman 's Place, Inc.
A domestic violence agency for Weld & northern Adams' Counties
Infonnation/Donations (970)351-0476 Executive Director (970)506-2733
Fort Lupton Office (303)857-2642 24-Hour Crisis Line (970)356-4226
September 17, 2001
Dear VALE Board Members:
A Woman's Place, Inc. and the Office of the District Attorney's Victim/Witness Assistance
Program collaborate on a weekly basis to assist domestic violence victims/survivors. The
Victim/Witness Assistance Program plays an integral role with our domestic violence program
in empowering women through the court system. The women are kept informed on their
abusers' cases, and they receive legal advocacy and victim compensation services as needed by a
very knowledgeable staff. Our counselors, legal advocates, and case manager work more
effectively with domestic violence victims/survivors insuring them of their rights and helping
them overcome their fears because of this program. It is the continual referring and
networking of our two programs that makes this a very successful partnership.
Funding the Victim/Witness Assistance Program gives many women the opportunity and the
courage to follow through and take the necessary steps to end domestic violence in their lives and
in their children's lives. I strongly recommend continual funding for this outstanding program
due to the expertise of the staff and the needed services they offer to victims/survivors in Weld
County.
Sincerely, L ( )
Sharon A. Mitchell
Executive Director
P.O. Box 71 • Greeley, Colorado 80632 0 A United Way Agency P.O. Box 312 • Fort Lupton, Colorado 80621
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City of PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING, 919 7TH STREET, GREELEY, COLORADO 80631 •(970)350-9605
Greeley
September II, 2001
Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement Board
19th Judicial District
Weld County, Colorado
Dear V.A.L.E. Board Members:
I am pleased to write a letter of support for the Nineteenth Judicial District Attorney's
Office: Victim/Witness and Crime Victim Compensation Programs as they request
continued grant finding. The Greeley Police Department Victim Assistance Unit works
closely with the District Attorney's Office and has a deep appreciation for their
timeliness, dedication and commitment to serving victims of crime. The information,
services and support supplied by the District Attorney's Office to GPD advocates greatly
enhance our ability to effectively serve victims.
Gary Ratlike, from the D.A.'s Office, and the staff are heavily involved in the training of
GPD advocates who respond on scene to crime victims. This is an excellent training tool
for everyone involved. It enhances our mutually beneficial relationship and the ability for
each agency's staff to know who to call when in need of information. The D.A.'s Victim
Assistance Office is a key player in the immediate response to the victims and their
family members. Our training has been extremely productive and I look forward to the
continued cooperation and success made possible by their staff.
I support,without reservation, the Victim/Witness and Crime Victim and Compensation
Programs of the 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office and would ask that you seriously
consider continued finding. These programs are a necessary and valuable part of Victim
Services in Weld County.
Sincerely, t tieuuLaCecil O'Farrell
GPD Victim Assistance Coordinator
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PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING,919 7TH STREET,GREELEY, COLORADO 80631 •(970)350-9657•(970)350-9667
Greeley
September 6, 2001
V.A.L.E. Board
19`h Judicial District
Greeley, CO 80631
Dear V.A.L.E. Board,
I am pleased to write this letter in support of the Victim/Witness Assistance Unit of the
District Attorney's Office in the Nineteenth Judicial District. The Greeley Police Department Victim
Services Program has had the opportunity to work closely with the Victim/Witness Assistance office
since our inception. We refer Victim's to this unit for Victim's Compensation as well as court
information and support. For cases that proceed on to the District Attorney's Office for filing,they
are one of the most important referrals we can make to victims. People are able to transition
smoothly from one agency to another.
Our Victim Services Program provides initial crisis intervention and information about the
resources available and some education about the particular victimization experienced. It can be
very reinforcing when someone hears something from one source and then this is again reiterated
a short time later. This is a very important component of the cooperation between our agencies.
The Victim/Witness Unit of the District Attorney's Office is a vital resource to the victims
of crime, as well as to our staff They provide regular training to our Volunteers, and are always
available to our staff when we have questions. The information provided by them is crucial to the
successful prosecution of a case and the emotional impact the criminal justice system has on the
people adversely affected by crime.
Sincerely,
Diana Bratton
Greeley Police Department
Victim Services Program
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Jerry Wommack, Chief Probation Officer
Weld County Centennial Annex Weld County Alcohol Unit Weld County North Jail Complex
934 Ninth Avenue 934 Ninth Avenue 2110"O"Street
Greeley, Colorado 80631 Greeley,Colorado 80631 Greeley, Colorado 80631
(970)392-4589 (970) 3924588 (970)304-6469
Fax:(970)351-8695 Fax: (970)351-8695 Fax: (970) 304-6463
To: 19th Judicial VALE Board
From: Sheri Mann
Victim Assistant Coordinator II
19th Judicial-Probation
Re: VALE Support
As a provider for victim services within the 19th Judicial District, I would like to
provide a letter of support for the District Attorney's Victim-Witness program as
administered by Gary Rathke.
The Victim-Witness program offers services to victims of crime that are not
duplicated by another other service provider and are statutorily required by our
Colorado Constitution. This very valuable program is able to serve victims by
offering information and support including referrals for community agencies and
financial compensation for the harm that was caused by the crime.
Personally, I truly feel our program is better able to serve victims of crime
because of the services the District Attorney's Victim Witness program provides.
We have a very good relationship and compatibility with the Victim-Witness
program. Because of our positive relationship, victims are served in a more
professional, efficient and heart felt manner.
I can't say enough positive about the Victim-Witness program. It is a very
valuable service to victims of crime and a positive presence for other victim
service providers.
It may seem strange to support other agencies that are all competing for the
same funds. The Victim-Witness program is truly needed in our community for
serving victims. Our partnership has brought numerous positive
accomplishments in serving victims. It is a privilege to work in partnership with
the Victim-Witness program as we meet the needs of victims in Weld County.
Respectfully Submitted ,
max'
Sheri Mann •
Victim Assistant Coordinator II
19th Judicial Probation
Sexual Assault Survivors, Inc .
PO BOX 5135 GREELEY,CO 80634, 970-506-2738, 970-330-3890
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To the VALE Board:
As Director of Sexual Assault Survivors, Inc., I am pleased to write this letter of support
for the Victim Witness Program at thel9th Judicial District Attorney's office. I have
worked with this program, its Coordinator, Gary Ratlike, and staff for five years and find
it to be a very dedicated and competent resource for victims. Time and again, this
program has been very successful in providing respectful, high quality services to persons
victimized by crime, and to service providers in need of information. Additionally,
program staff is extremely helpful in providing SASI with timely training on the Victim
Rights Act and Victim Compensation. We enjoy the professionalism and cooperation
which exists between us, and collaborate to ensure that victims receive necessary but
unduplicated services from both organizations. We are confident that services to our
community are more comprehensive because of our efforts.
The Victim Witness Program at thel9th Judicial District Attorney's office and SASI also
collaborate in initial training for volunteer victim advocates, service provider training,
and community efforts such as the Weld County Sexual Assault Resource Team(SART),
the Weld County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, the Weld County Coordinating
Committee for Victims of Crime (CCVC), and National Crime Victims' Rights Week
activities.
Because I value high quality services to victims of crime and my opportunity to work
with this program and its staff, I strongly support their continued funding through Victim
Assistance and Law Enforcement.
Sincerely,
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SOWN WELD VICTIM SERVICES PROGRAM
400 Grand Avenue-Platteville,CO 80651-Weld County, USA
Phone(970)785-2245 ext.i 400/(303)778-1117 ext.#400-Fax(970)788-2478-Voice Mall 8(303)857-4011 ext.*133
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September 7, 2001
19th Judicial District VALE Committee
Victims Assistance and Law Enforcement
P.O. Box 1167
Greeley, CO 80634
Dear VALE Board;
It is with great pleasure that I write a letter of support for the 19th Judicial District Attorney's
Victim Compensation Program. Since the beginning of our own Victim Services Program in 1995
we have continued to have close contact with this program. These two programs continue to
compliment one another as we each strive to serve various victims/witnesses throughout our area.
We are very fortunate to have such an efficient program to refer those victimized by crime
throughout Southern Weld County, whether it be by domestic violence, physical assault, sexual
assault on children and/or adults, homicide or any other crime covered under the Colorado Victim
Rights Amendment.
Many are suffering from crime committed against them and do not have the strength to face a
second or third victimization by our own system. The District Attorney's Victim Compensation
Program is one of the most important referrals that is available for our volunteer victim advocates.
With South Weld Victim Services and the District Attorney's Victim Compensation Program
networking together we have the ability to give the victims/witnesses a smooth transition right
from the initial onset of the victimization throughout their entire court process. Gary Rathke has
always been very gracious in answering all questions when asked, as well as presenting invaluable
training covering Victim's Compensation issues for all of our incoming Volunteer Victim
Advocates.
I therefore recommend continued funding for this extremely vital service to victims of crime
within the 19th Judicial District. It continues to make an impressive impact.
Sincerely,,
Rita F. Ashliman
Program Director/Coordinator
South Weld Victim Services
ATTACHMENT 4
VICTIM ASSISTANCE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT BOARD
GRANT APPLICANT MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
CONCERNING THE RIGHTS AFFORDED TO CRIME VICTIMS
. ' ' .:y; Victim's Assistance &
• /s “,• Law Enforcement Board
VA.\ G *+f Nineteenth Judicial District
VICTIM ASSISTANCE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT BOARD
GRANT APPLICANT MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
CONCERNING THE RIGHTS AFFORDED TO CRIME VICTIMS
As provided in C.R. S . 24-4 . 2-105, (4 . 7) , Colorado law requires
the following :
A REQUESTING AGENCY OR PERSON SHALL ACKNOWLEDGE IN WRITING THAT
SUCH AGENCY OR PERSON HAS READ AND UNDERSTANDS THE RIGHTS
AFFORDED TO CRIME VICTIMS PURSUANT TO SECTION 24-4 . 1-302 . 5 AND
THE SERVICES DELINEATED PURSUANT TO SECTION 24-4 . 1-303 AND 24-
4 . 1-304 . SUCH WRITTEN ACKNOWLEDGMENT SHALL BE ATTACHED TO SUCH
REQUESTING AGENCY ' S OR PERSON' S APPLICATION FOR MONEYS PURSUANT
TO THIS SECTION. THE BOARD SHALL NOT ACCEPT FOR EVALUATION ANY
APPLICATION FOR A GRANT OF MONEYS PURSUANT TO THIS SECTION
UNTIL THE REQUESTING AGENCY OR PERSON PROVIDES THE BOARD WITH
SUCH WRITTEN ACKNOWLEDGMENT.
The prospective grantee certifies to the VALE Board, by
submission of this completed Grant Applicant Memorandum of
Understanding Concerning the Rights Afforded to Crime Victims,
that the agency or person described herein has read and
understands the rights afforded to crime victims as required by
C.R. S . 24-4 . 2-105, (4 . 7) .
PROJECT DIRECTOR: Gary L. Rathke
PROJECT : Victim/Witness Program
AGENCY: 19th Judicial District Attorney's Office
ADDRESS : 915 Tenth St , P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632-1167
SIGNATURE : �J DATE : 9/14/00
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(NOTE : COPIES OF THE STATUTES DESCRIBED ABOVE WILL BE PROVIDED TO
PROSPECTIVE GRANT RECIPIENTS UPON REQUEST. ) GRVRA.VAL
Post Office Box 1167.915 Tenth Street•Greeley,CO 80632•(970)356-4010•FAX(970)352-8023
ATTACHMENT 5
COORDINATION AGREEMENTS
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and A
Kid's Place/CASA of Weld County, 814 9th Street, Greeley, CO 80631 .
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
Caryl_ athke odic)
ommunity Programs Administrator, Executive Director
ictim/Witness
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and A
Woman's Place, Inc., P. O. Box 71 , Greeley, CO 80632.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
ry L. athke Sharon A. Mitchell
C mmunity Programs Administrator, Executive Director
Victim/Witness
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DATE DATE
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Area Agency on Aging, P. O. Box 1805, Greeley, CO 80632.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
ary L. athke E a Jewell
ommunity Programs Administrator, Director
Victim/Witness
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Child Advocacy Resource and Education, 3700 Golden Street, Evans, CO 80620.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
ary L. Rathke Gwe chooley
Community Programs Administrator, Executive Director
Victim/Witness
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DATE DATE
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19`" Judicial
District Attorneys Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Colorado Legal Services, 1020 9'h Street, Suite 300, Greeley, CO 80631.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
ary L. athke Mario H. Rivera
Community Programs Administrator, Managing Attorney
Victim/Witness
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
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This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Colorado State Partrol, Victim Services Program, 3939 Riverside Parkway, Evans, CO
80620.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
Ga L. Rathke Lin Hu ter
Community Programs Administrator, ordinator
Victim/Witnes/s 1/2-0 DATE DATE
Post Office Box 1167 •915 Tenth Street •Greeley, CO 80632 • (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
Q 2. O.9 District Attorney's Office
r+ 2 Ink" '. m Nineteenth Judicial District
W.* A.M. Dominguez, Jr. - District Attorney
T z. \Q- Thomas Quammen - Assistant District Attorney
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Greeley Police Department, Victim Services Program, 919 7`h Street, Greeley, CO
80631.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
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ry L. athke C cil L. O'Farrell
ommunity Programs Administrator, Coordinator
Victim/Witness
47/20 ° r 9 — /0 - 0
DATE DATE
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Diana Bratton
Coordinator
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DATE
Post Office Box 1167 •915 Tenth Street •Greeley, CO 80632 • (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
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Q ,p District Attorney's Office
`? m Nineteenth judicial District
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A.M. Dominguez, Jr. - District Attorney
�P Thomas Quammen - Assistant District Attorney
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Partners of Weld County, 1212 8th Street, Greeley, CO 80631.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
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ary L. Rathke Michael Muskin
ommunity Programs Administrator, Executive Director
Victim/Witness
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DATE DATE
Post Office Box 1167• 915 Tenth Street • Greeley, CO 80632 • (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
Q�Aa K�,r3 District Attorney's Office
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m Nineteenth Judicial District
A.M. Dominguez, Jr. - District Attorney
z• ��\Q Thomas Quammen - Assistant District Attorney
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Victim Services Program. 19th Judicial District Probation Department, 934 9th Avenue
Greeley, CO 80631.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
G ry L. Rathke Sheri Mann
Community Programs Administrator, Coordinator
Victim/Witness
1 7)-6 /0 (
DATE DATE
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Kim Navarro
Coordinator
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Post Office Box 1167•915 Tenth Street•Greeley, CO 80632 • (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
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m Nineteenth Judicial District
�••*- :�� A AA.Dominuez, Jr. - District Attorney
T Zi > r7. ThomasiQOar@ en - Assistant District Attorney
COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
Sexual Assault Survivors, Inc., 3700 Golden Street, Evans, CO 80620.
In order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
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Ga L. Rathke pe aben
Community Programs Administrator, Executi eirector
Victim/Witness
1 /20 /61 I <-2 )
DATE DATE
Post Office Box 1167 • 915 Tenth Street•Greeley, CO 80632• (970) 356-4010• FAX (970) 352-8023
\G't K�rOtp District Attorney's Office
". m Nineteenth Judicial District
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�� v A.M. Dominguez, Jr. - District Attorney z• � Thomas Quammen - Assistant District Attorney
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COORDINATION AGREEMENT
This is a coordination agreement between the Victim/Witness Program, 19th Judicial
District Attorney's Office, 915 Tenth Street, P. O. Box 1167, Greeley, CO 80632 and
South Weld Victim Services Program, 400 Grand Avenue, Platteville, CO 80651.
in order to formalize the joint commitment of each agency to seeking the most effective
delivery of victim services through communication, collaboration and coordination, we
have entered into this agreement. This agreement affirms that each agency will take
steps to assure that our staffs have familiarized themselves with each other's services,
that our staffs provide information and referrals to each other's program, when
appropriate, and that our programs will work together to facilitate the effective delivery
of services to those assisted by each of our agencies.
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ary . athke Rita F. Ashliman
ommunity Programs Administrator, Coordinator
Victim/Witness
7/2-° /0 1 /
DATE DATE
Post Office Box 1167 •915 Tenth Street• Greeley, CO 80632• (970) 356-4010 • FAX (970) 352-8023
ATTACHMENT 6
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATIONS
DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to._crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: ` \ 1v... 10 O DATE: (.9) 0
YOUR JOB TITLE: FkeGWL I 'e 4 )) _ .1-vr- YRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY:
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: CAD C t-d PHONE: 557.3 f-7,{
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 1 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. 1 ' 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/ (----,
Witness can offer my agency's clients. 1 2 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a0 professional and competent manner. 1 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? YES / NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended?
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 1 2 3 4 5
What aspects of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
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W do you think th /ictim/Witness Program could do that would make that program more
responsive to your agency and/or the clients it serves?
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: 4 it) (synci- 1 1-c' , DATE: 7430A /
YOUR JOB TITLE: tceitczl .-c -L> ,& stn ) YRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY: /O 44,4
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: 4 4A,k--it PHONE: 7 76-- :-SO -� 7?3
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim'Witness Program. C) 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my �,�
agency when we request assistance. �'- 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/
Witness can offer my agency's clients. U. 2 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a
professional and competent manner. 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? YES / NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended? G C'-LA-1" -- cL
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If "yes," rate the following statement: The ' Uu-C'u,tizk- i `""-1-L'
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
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YOUR AGENCY: CA ;id 4d✓teary 1�esoocce a fclvcaf�DATE: -7- a 7- 0 /
YOUR JOB TITLE: ec0twe 2)(recfor YRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY: /S-yrs.
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: C>(,Jer7 Sc hot Lc y PHONE: 97x '356-6757x /7
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 1 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my n]
agency when we request assistance. 1 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/
Witness can offer my agency's clients. 1 2 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in -
professional and competent manner. 1 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? Y�Sj/ NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended? .a)
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has �' '
helped me work with crime victims. 1 C? 3 4 5
What aspects of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
What do you think the Victim/Witness Program could do that would make that program more
responsive to your agency and/or the clients it serves?
Please share any additional suggestions or comments that you would like to add.
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the VictimNVitness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
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YOUR AGENCY: 1 OLoi_ADo 1-1:2(-)A (-- SE awzC;✓S DATE: '/°
YOUR JOB TITLE: Mpc4Acac-;, , AT mR.NEki, YRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY: y YER
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: MA I k PHONE:61W) 35.3-7 -f-
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 1 ( 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. 1 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/
Witness can offer my agency's clients. 1 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a
professional and competent manner. '1 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? YES / NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended?
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 2 3 4 5
What aspects ry of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your o agency and clients it serves?
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: CoLb2Atno St-r& Pd-a I DATE: S--In. I
YOUR JOB TITLE:i)iltrwcX \Itatio.. Muoca YRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY: 17 ‘itc
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: "v►Mr PHONE: DIo- 41,84O
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular � �
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 1 rip 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. 1 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/
Witness can offer my agency's clients. 1 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a
professional and competent manner. 1 CP 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? YES /
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended?
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 1 2 3 4 5
What aspec s of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
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What do you think the Victim/Witness Program could do that would make that program more
responsive to your agency and/or the clients it serves? ,
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Please share any additional suggestions or comments that you would like to add.
DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: Greek toile V hol 4sis/arli-z DATE: 9' - /C 0 /
YOUR JOB TITLE: Vi/frrn 43Sis'kr71c 4,v7-j,nnJzrYRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY: r5 rs- 3mos
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: goci J c 'Furre / / PHONE: ( / lc)36U -0&(c7
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. C1 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. c,t) 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/
Witness can offer my agency's clients. 0; 2 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a
professional and competent manner. ( 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? ES° / NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended? itfi
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 1J'^ 2 3 4 5
What aspects of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
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VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION J � '
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: G 2\e Polio Dept V\chn— Ser✓lcccDATE: g,�-o1
YOUR JOB TITLE: V":""" 5"'"-a" Cc `ck &cIr YRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY:
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: E`er' O- '°`t* PHONE: 3S0 -`/( S7
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 1 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. s 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/
Witness can offer my agency's clients. 1 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a
professional and competent manner. 1 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended?
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 2 3 4 5
What aspects of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
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responsive to your agency and/or the clients it serves?
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Please share any additional suggestions or comments that you would like to add.
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: //v YtM Xrdv;4> O,-,?--- /1,,h,-,-,4sn DATE: -7-025i-6/
YOUR JOB TITLE: Uiz74;0 .9ssis/r.,i-7-1«.--+-0kv TYRS./MOS. WITH AGENCY: 6, , Lc-Q<<."
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OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: r=G .-1 a -11 PHONE: 3 f Yvoc rx 9c/
STRONGLY STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 1 ' 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. / 1 ) 2 3 ` 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/ .,
Witness can offer my agency's clients. t% 2 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in a1 �
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professional and competent manner. 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? YES /c—NO
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended?
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 1 2 3 4 5
What aspects of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
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What do you think the Victim/Witness Program could do that would make that program more
responsive to your agency and/or the clients it serves?
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
YOUR AGENCY: 'r O\—)c *-t()e"1 DATE: '1 I e.,73 )6 L
YOUR JOB TITLE: c. COOr7lna RSIMOS. WITH AGENCY: 1 i.1,rl.L,v-
OPTIONAL: YOUR NAME: yi`rkity Ninva .V(k PHONE: Cf ,3(ja'- L/5R
STRO Y STRONGLY NO
AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE OPINION
I or members of my agency have regular �''�
contacts with Victim/Witness Program. 2 3 4 5
Victim/Witness is always helpful to my
agency when we request assistance. 11 2 3 4 5
I am aware of the services that Victim/ �\
Witness can offer my agency's clients. CI) 2 3 4 5
I am always confident that Victim/Witness
will respond to referred client's needs in ar\
professional and competent manner. 1 2 3 4 5
Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Vitness staff? YES / NO_
If "yes," approximately how many Victim/Witness trainings have you attended?
If "yes," rate the following statement: The
training provided information that has
helped me work with crime victims. 1 2 3 4 5
What aspects of the Victim/Witness Program are most helpful to your agency and clients it serves?
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responsive to your agency and/or the clients it serves?
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Please share any additional suggestions or comments that you would like to add.
DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
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VICTIM/WITNESS PROGRAM
AGENCY-TO-AGENCY EVALUATION
In order to help us to evaluate the services provided by the Victim/Witness Program, please take a few moments to
complete the following survey. Your responses will help us to identify those aspects of our program that are working
effectively and those that need improvement. Your responses to this survey will help us to guarantee that we are
providing the best service possible to crime victims and witnesses.
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Have you ever attended a training provided by Victim/Witness staff? YES / NO
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ATTACHMENT 7
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Community Programs Administrator, Victim/Witness
Department: District Attorney's Office - Community Programs Division, Victim/Witness
Immediate Supervisor: District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney
Supervisory Functions: Exercises supervision over the professional, program and clerical staff
assigned to the Victim/Witness Program.
Job Qualifications:
* Education: Masters degree in counseling, psychology or related area with extensive course
work in public administration and/or management is required.
* Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible job-related administrative duties with at
least two years in a supervisory capacity is required.
* General Requirements: Incumbent must have at least the following knowledge, skills and
abilities: a thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of program
management, a thorough knowledge of all program areas and of related programs and
services, considerable knowledge of budgeting and grant management, ability to perform
complex problem-solving operations, ability to supervise employees, ability to understand and
interpret complex regulations and statutes, ability to communicate effectively orally and in
writing, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees,
other agencies and the public.
* Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Date of Job Description: August 7, 2000
Job Duties:
1. Directs and coordinates the work of the Victim/Witness Program, establishing goals,
developing procedures and performing other complex problem-solving functions in order to
facilitate the effective and efficient function of the program.
2. Writes grant proposals, participates in grant process and fulfills grant's reporting requirements
for all funding sources on behalf of the Victim/Witness Program.
3. Prepares, presents, monitors and directs the annual county budget for the Victim/Witness
Program.
4. Performs many unique and/or complex duties relating to the daily operations of the
Victim/Witness Program.
5. Assists the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney with the interviewing and hiring of
new employees for the Victim/Witness Program.
6. Supervises the orientation, training and performance of paid and volunteer staff members,
providing general staff management, completing regular performance reviews and facilitating the
JOB DESCRIPTION
Community Programs Administrator, Victim/Witness
August 7, 2000
Page 2
resolution of work-related personnel and program problems.
7. Furnishes and directs staff in providing administrative support for two volunteer boards, the
Crime Victim Compensation Board and the Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement Board.
8. Understands, interprets, communicates and enforces the policies and procedures of the
District Attorney's Office as they apply to the day-to-day operation of the Victim/Witness Program.
9. Represents and acts as a liaison concerning the Victim/Witness Program to federal, state and
local entities, public and private agencies, and the public.
10. Speaks to and provides training for various individuals, agencies and professional groups
concerning the Crime Victim Compensation Program, VALE grant process, Victim Rights Act and
other services provided by the Victim/Witness Program.
11. Helps, both directly and indirectly, to see that crime victims, witnesses and their families gain
needed information, education and services, utilizing the programs and other resources available
within the Victim/Witness Program and District Attorney's Office, and making referrals to other
victim-service providers.
12. Performs other work as required.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Community Services Counselor II
Department: District Attorney's Office - Community Programs Division, Victim/Witness
Immediate Supervisor: Community Programs Administrator, Victim/Witness
General Supervisors: District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney
Supervisory Functions: None
Job Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree; knowledge of the
criminal justice system; be acquainted with the various community services available to victims of
crime; speak and write in a professional manner; have and maintain a current valid Colorado
driver's license; have some counseling background; work well with people in crisis; have some
computer background; work well with statistic gathering and reporting; some knowledge of grant
management; knowledge of and experience with direct services related to crime victims, including
domestic violence and sexual assault victims.
Date of Job Description: May 22, 2000
Job Duties:
1. Assist the Crime Victim Compensation (CVC) Coordinator in the day-to-day operation of the
CVC Program, including managing case files, preparing claims for board meetings, completing
meeting minutes, updating monthly financial analysis, processing emergency financial awards,
explaining eligibility criteria and helping victims to complete forms, facilitating clerical support of
program, etc.
2. Provide information to victims and witnesses concerning the status and progress of cases in
which they have an interest, including calling off witnesses for court proceedings as needed.
3. Offer information and education to crime victims and witnesses concerning the criminal justice
system.
4. In a manner that maximizes referrals to existing community programs and limits actual
counseling, provide referral assistance and limited crisis response to crime victims and their
families. (Note: As employees of the District Attorney's Office are subject to rules of "discovery,"
information obtained from victims and witnesses of crimes that the office is prosecuting must be
very limited, and referrals for services to outside agencies need to be utilized.)
5. Help crime victims to provide victim impact statements and restitution information for cases
being prosecuted, as needed.
6. Coordinate the program's Senior Project, including seeking and training volunteers, providing
needed in-service trainings, providing daily assistance to volunteers, keeping them updated on
office policies and procedures, providing needed follow-up information to pass on to victims and
witnesses contacted, and maintaining a statistical record of hours worked and duties performed.
7. Assist the District Attorney in hosting the quarterly District Attorney's Citizens Advisory
Commission meetings, including making necessary arrangements and in providing required
notices to members.
8. Speak to and provide training for various individuals, agencies, and professional groups
concerning the Crime Victim Compensation Program, the Victims Rights Act, and other services
provided by the Victim/Witness Program.
9. Actively participate in the Weld County Domestic Violence Coalition, the Area Agency on
Aging's Long-term Care Committee, and other local and state meetings related to job duties.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Community Services Technician I
Department: District Attorney's Office - Community Programs Division, Victim/Witness
Immediate Supervisor: Community Programs Administrator, Victim/Witness
General Supervisors: District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney
Supervisory Functions: None
Job Qualifications: Effective knowledge of spelling, punctuation and grammar, and office practices
and procedures, including reception duties and telephone skills, is essential. Requires proficiency
in data entry and/or typing, with speed and accuracy, familiarity with operation of office equipment,
and personal computer experience, including use of word processing and other software. Needs
to have an ability to learn legal terminology, to work well with minimal direct supervision, to follow
verbal and written instructions, and to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must be
able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, agencies,
professionals and the public. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and some college or
related work experience is preferred.
Date of Job Description: May 22, 2000
Job Duties:
1. Coordinate, together with other assigned staff and volunteers, the Courtroom Assistance
Program (CAP), including staying informed and keeping accurate records of County, Juvenile and
District Court trials, planning and assisting prosecutors with trial coordination, keeping accurate
logs and computer records concerning each trial, providing staff coverage for waiting area and
courtroom, as needed, and other duties as assigned.
2. Along with other assigned staff, prepare a County Court docket in advance of each week,
communicate with attorneys concerning case status information, obtain witness lists, as needed,
including phone numbers, for "call offs" and trial coordination and, whenever applicable, verify that
all "call offs" have been made.
3. Complete assigned "call offs" of witnesses for District, County and Juvenile Court cases which
have reached a plea agreement, been continued, vacated or dismissed, and document all
notifications.
4. Help crime victims by providing education regarding the criminal justice system, information
and referral to victim services, Crime Victim Compensation eligibility information and application
assistance, and other needed help, as assigned.
5. Provide support for the program's efforts related to domestic violence victims, the Crime Victim
Compensation Program, and the Victim Rights Act, including data entry, phone calls,
correspondences, and so forth, as assigned and as prescribed by relevant policies and
procedures.
6. Other duties include receiving cross training and providing backup coverage for the Office
Technicians, as needed.
Weld County Colorado
Job Description
Job Title: Community Service Worker II
JOB CODE: 06815
Exempt (Y/N): No
SALARY LEVEL: Grade 13
PREPARED BY: Personnel Department Date: 2000
SUMMARY
Performs public contact work in providing services to the community.
Supervision Received: Works under supervision of a technical or administrative
superior.
Supervision Exercised: None
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (any one position may not include all of
the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be
found in positions of this class.)
Contacts clients by mail or telephone to provide information; processes
necessary paperwork.
Interviews participants to obtain required information.
Assists in formulating a plan to meet the needs of individual program clients and
provides resultant information concerning supportive services.
Provides routine guidance to clients as required or needed, referring more
complex problems or situations to superior staff.
Coordinates and refers clients to other agencies for services.
Provides clerical support for assigned program; maintains records; types reports
and paperwork; attends meetings, conferences, workshops as required.
Performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work effectively and establish
working relationships with co-workers, clients, employers, and other agencies.
Some knowledge of supportive services in the community. Ability to relate to,
communicate with, gain confidence of, influence, and guide participants
according to program guidelines. Ability to communicate effectively orally and
in writing.
Education: High school graduation or equivalent.
Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in office, clerical, or other
public contact work as required by the position, OR any equivalent combination
of education and experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use
hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee
frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally
required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch„or crawl.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Victim Assistance Office Technician II (Receptionist)
Department: Community Programs, District Attorney's Office
Immediate Supervisor: Community Programs Administrator
General Supervisors: The District Attorney and the Assistant District Attorney
Supervisory Functions: none.
Job Qualifications: Considerable knowledge of spelling, punctuation and grammar, office
practices and procedures, reception duties and telephone skills. Typing speed and accuracy
as well as proofreading skills are extremely important. Skill in operation of office equipment
including word processing, personal computer, copiers, and calculator. Ability to learn
technical terminology, compose letters and other materials using some exercise of
independent judgment. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Establish and
maintain effective working relationships with employees, agencies and the public. Must have
high school diploma or equivalent course work in general office procedures and technical
terminology as it relates to the position, with one year of increasingly responsible experience
as or in a position equivalent to an Office Technician I; OR any equivalent combination of
education and experience.
Date of Job Description: November 1998
Job Duties: Receive telephone calls and refer to appropriate staff members. Greet and direct
clients and walk-in traffic to the appropriate staff member of office. Schedule appointments.
Assist in processing victim compensation claim forms; prepare claims to submit to the Victim
Compensation Board (this may include typing letters,setting up files, requesting police reports
from law enforcement agencies, typing summaries of police reports for each file, and
completing vendor pages for each file). Data entry of information for Victim Compensation
Program. Type correspondence to victims re: compensation award status/dispo. Advise
victims and witnesses of status of cases and inform them whether or not they will need to
appear in court to testify. Format routine correspondence, reports, and other documents as
requested by Victim Assistance staff. Assist with mailings. Order, distribute, and maintain
supplies for second floor staff. Maintain working order of copier machine (second floor) i.e.,
toner,jams and general working order. Cross-training with Victims' Rights Amendment Office
Technician II position. Be familiar with and conform behavior to office policies and the
contents of the "DA Handbook."
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Victim/Witness Volunteer
Department: District Attorney's Office - Community Programs Division, Victim/itness
Immediate Supervisor: Community Programs Administrator, Victim/Witness
General Supervisors: District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney
Supervisory Functions: None
Job Qualifications: Effective knowledge of spelling, punctuation and grammar, and general office
practices and procedures, including good telephone skills, is essential. General knowledge and
ability with personal computers and data entry, including word processing software, is helpful.
Must have good organizational skills, and duties need to be performed with attention to detail and
accuracy. Needs to have an ability to learn legal terminology, to follow verbal and written
instructions, and to become familiar with the criminal justice system and community resources.
Must have good written and verbal communication skills, and be able to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with other employees, professionals, agencies and the public.
Experience in working with the public is helpful. A high school diploma or equivalent is required,
and some college or related work experience is preferred.
Date of Job Description: May 22, 2000
Job Duties:
1. If assigned, to assist the Community Services Counselor II in coordinating the Senior Project,
including contacting senior crime victims, using in-person, telephone and letter contacts, compile
and send special senior information packets, documenting all contacts made, and updating office
records, as required.
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2. If assigned, to assist the Courtroom Assistance Program's (CAP) staff, including keeping
accurate records of County, Juvenile and District Court trials, planning and assisting prosecutors
with trial coordination, keeping accurate logs and computer records concerning each trial,
providing coverage for the waiting area and courtroom, and other duties.
3. After training, to provide information to victims concerning community resources, to provide
education and support to victims regarding the criminal justice system, to help victims in applying
for Crime Victim Compensation, and to provide other assistance, as assigned.
4. To become familiar with all aspects of the Victim/Witness Program, including Victim Rights Act
notices, Crime Victim Compensation assistance, Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE)
grants, et al, and to complete duties in some of these areas, if assigned.
5. To study and adhere to all relevant policies and procedures of the District Attorney's Office, as
explained in the DA Handbook.
ATTACHMENT 8
VICTIM RIGHTS ACT BROCHURES
win responsibilities under the Victim Rights Act for assuring cerning the post-sentence process is desired. • a separate waiting area during court proceedings;
the rights of victims. The District Attorney's Office has the (Forms may be obtained from the District • information,forms,and help to complete restitu-
following responsibilities: Attorney's Office, Probation Department, tion requests and victim impact statements;
Department of Corrections,and the Department • information, forms, and help to collect witness
• to inform the victim of the filing of charges and
of Youth Corrections.) fees;
provide an explanation of the charges; • an extensive listing, information, and referral to
• to inform the victim of appropriate "critical Process for Ensuring Victim Rights other victim services;and
stages"and the date,time,and place of all"critical Colorado state low allows victims to enforce compliance • handicap accessibility, help for the hearing and •
stages" in the court proceedings; with the Victim Rights Act If you feel your rights as a vic- visually impaired, Spanish-speaking interpreters, The R 1 g h is of
• to tell the victim of the assignment of the case, tim have not been provided,you must first attempt to seek and other special services.
including the deputy district attorney handling the compliance at the local level,and this may include at least VICTIMS
case and the court to which the case is assigned; the following steps: If you have questions conceming the Victim Rights Act or if
• to inform the victim of any pending motion that you would like to find out more about any of the services
•may substantially delay the prosecution and contacting the person you feel has not provided summarized above, please call, write or visit the
inform the court of the victim's position on the you with your rights and explaining specifically Victim/Witness Program using the following information:motion; what has not been done of Crimes
• to consult, where practicable, with the victim • seeking assistance from local victim advocates,or
concerning the reduction of charges, negotiated other supportive persons such as a counselor District Attorney's Office
pleas,dismissal,or other dispositions • seeking assistance from the criminal justice official Victim/Witness Program
• to minimize contact between the victim and that is responsible for the agency that you feel is 915 Tenth Street,2nd Floor
defendant before,during,and immediately after a not providing your rights R.O.Box 1 167
judicial proceeding These contacts may be verbal or in writing,and accurate Greeley,CO 80632-1167 A .TTo
• to facilitate the prompt return of a victim's prop- records may be helpful if action at the state level is (970) 356-4010,ext.4746 •
erty when it is no longer needed for evidentiary required.
reasons It is the belief of the DistrictAttorney's Office that the Victim -- •provide the victim with a victim impact state- %•••, fn« •
• to Next,if your efforts at the Rights Act should be vigorously supported,and that crime � 4 local level have not been suc- .ry
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ment that is given to the Court cessful,the Victim Rights Act allows victims to seek the assis- victims should receive the comprehensive services that they .**%.4, G7 0 i*t
• to inform the victim of the function of a pre-sen- tance of The Governor's Victims' Compensation and need. y -` ""''.'' ' V
tence report and the name and telephone num- Assistance Coordinating Committee. The Division of - """ - •K.
ber of the probation office preparing the report, Criminal Justice is designated to act on behalf of the -I\
as well as the defendant's right to view the pre- Coordinating Committee,and this agency may be contact- J U D\V
sentence report and victim impact statement ed using the following information:
• to explain the victim's right to attend and express Colorado Department of Public Safety A. M. Dominguez,Jr.
an opinion at the sentencing hearing Division of Criminal ustice
1 District AttorneyDinJr.
• to inform the victim of any hearing for reconsid- A.M. Dominguez,+J
700 Kipling Street,Suite 1000
era-tion and modification of a sentence for the 19th Judicial District District Attorney
• to inform the victim of the right to receive infor- Denver,CO 80215-5865
mation from correctional officials concerning the (303) 239-4442 1-888-282-1080 (toll free) Nineteenth Judicial District
imprisonment and release of a person convicted Other Victim Resources
of a crime The DistrictAttomey's Office has a Victim/Witness Program c•!N.$•}
Victim Responsibilities that provides crime victims with needed support and infor-
Victims also have some responsibilities,including the motion.Among the services provided by the Victim/Witness ' Office of the District attorney
following: Program are the following: ni ;
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• to keep the appropriate criminal justice authori- • education, personal support, information, and c -i ;.'
Centennial Center
ties informed of the name,address,and telephone other assistance throughout the criminal justice d
number of the person who should be provided process; ' \' 915 Tenth Street, 2nd Floor
information; • information,forms,and help to apply for any finan- PO. Box 1 167
• to notify the appropriate authorities of any cial assistance that may be available from Crime Greeley, Colorado 80632-1167
changes to the name,address and/or phone num- Victim Compensation (e.g., the cost of lost .-
ber of the contact person; income/support, medical care, psychotherapy, °Jes
(970) 356-4010, Ext.4746
• to provide a written request if notification con- funeral services,security devices,etc.); ,r°o^ao Fax (970) 352-8023
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