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City of Omaha
Jean Stothert,Mayor
Honorable President
and Members of the City Council,
Attached is an Ordinance to approve an agreement between the City of Omaha and the
Douglas County Board of Commissioners, Douglas County Administrative Office in the amount
of $109,442 with a match of $31,978 during the period of July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. The
• agreement will provide partial funding for one (1) full-time Misdemeanor Prosecutor and funding
of one (1) full-time Liaison in the Douglas County Attorney's Office Domestic Violence
Prosecution Unit as part of the Douglas County Community Response Team (CRT). The CRT
is a coordinated multi-agency effort to assist victims of domestic violence and hold offenders
accountable.
The agreement is budgeted from and funded by the Nebraska Crime Commission FY 2017
STOP Violence Against Women (VAWA) Grant, Award #17-VW-0711. ,
Your favorable consideration is requested.
Sincerely, Approved as to Funding:
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Jean Stothert Date tephen B. Curtiss ate
Mayor Finance Director
Approved:
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Franklin T. Thompson a Date
Human Rights and Relations Director
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ORDINANCE NO. 411 14k
AN ORDINANCE (1) to approve an agreement between the City of Omaha and the Douglas
County Board of Commissioners, Douglas County Administrative Office, in the amount
of one hundred and nine thousand, four hundred and forty-two dollars ($109,442); and
(2) to authorize funding for such agreement from the City of Omaha's FY 2017 STOP
Violence Against Women (VAWA) Grant, Award #17-VW-0711, awarded by the
Nebraska Crime Commission; to provide partial funding for one (1) full-time
Misdemeanor Prosecutor and funding for one (1) full-time Liaison in the Douglas
County Attorney's Office Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit as part of the Douglas
County Community Response Team; involving appropriations of more than one year in
conformity with Section 5.17 of the Home Rule Charter; and, providing for the effective
date hereof.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OMAHA:
Section 1. That, as recommended by the Mayor, the agreement between the
City of Omaha and the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, Douglas County
Administrative Office in the amount of one hundred and nine thousand, four hundred and
forty-two dollars ($109,442), budgeted from the Nebraska Crime Commission 'FY 2017
STOP Violence Against Women (VAWA) Grant, Award #17-VW-0711, for partial funding
for one (1) full-time Misdemeanor Prosecutor and funding of one (1) full-time in the
Douglas County Attorney's Office Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit as part of the
Douglas County Community Response Team, is hereby approved.
Section 2. That, the agreement extends from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019,
commencing upon approval of this ordinance. In conformity with Section 5.17 of the
Home Rule Charter, total expenditures as outlined in the attached agreement, from such
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grant funds and involving appropriations of more than one year, are hereby approved
and that the Finance Director is authorized to make payment in accordance therewith.
Section 3. That the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, Douglas County
Administrative Office will provide a match in the amount of thirty-one thousand nine
hundred and seventy-eight dollars ($31,978).
Section 4. That this ordinance being administrative, and not legislative, in
character shall be in full force and take effect immediately upon passage.
INTRODUCED BY COUNCILMEMBER
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APPROVED BY:
MA OR OF THE CITY OF OMAHA DATE
PASSED NOV 0 6 2018 LP-D
ATTEST:
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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AGREEMENT �,
This Agreement is made and entered into this e��t day of /J 1 i2 2018 by and
between the City of Omaha, a municipal corporation (herein referred to as "the City") and the Douglas
County Board of Commissioners, Douglas County Administrative Office, 1819 Farnam Street, LC2,
Omaha,NE 68183-0100 (hereinafter referred to as "Contractor").
WHEREAS, the City of Omaha has received funds from the Nebraska Crime Commission, FY •
2017 STOP Violence Against Women Act(VAWA)Grant,Award#17-VW-0711; and,
WHEREAS, the City has agreed to administer the Nebraska Crime Commission, FY 2017. STOP
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant, Award #17-VW-0711 (hereinafter referred to as "Grant
Award"); and,
WHEREAS, the City will issue a subaward with the Contractor as described below, to obtain the
Contractor's services in the implementation of the Grant Award.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained,
the City and the Contractor mutually undertake and agree as follows:
I.
DUTIES OF THE CONTRACTOR
The Contractor agrees to do the following, along with all other obligations expressed or implied
in this Agreement:
A. The Contractor will provide the services and duties as stated more fully in the Grant
Award and Special Conditions, Grant Application, Revised Budget/Budget Narrative, Letter Addressing
Contingencies, and any future approved budget modifications.
The Contractor shall provide: one (1) full-time Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit (DVPU)
Liaison to assist in the communication between the prosecuting attorney, law enforcement,
victims, and victim advocacy groups; and one (1) partially full-time DVPU Misdemeanor
Prosecutor to prosecute misdemeanor domestic violence cases.
Douglas County Attorney's Office
Item Computation Cost
DVPU Liaison Salary $27.508/hour x 2,080 hours/year $57,217
DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor Salary $28.86/hour x 2,080 hours/year x 0.87 FTE $52,225
Total Grant Award: $109,442
Agency Match
Item Computation Cost
DVPU Liaison Fringe Benefits $17,188 FB Contributions $17,188
DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor $14,790 FB Contributions $14,790
Total Match: $31,978
Total Project Cost: $141,420
B. The Contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the project including day-to-day
management, bidding, purchasing, installation, and implementation. The identity of the chief executive of
the Contractor and any changes thereof shall be provided to the City.
C. The Contractor shall maintain an accounting system that accurately tracks income and
expenditures associated with this agreement separate from other agency funds.
D. The Contractor agrees to comply with the financial and administrative requirements set
forth in the City of Omaha Grants Management Handbook.
E. The Contractor agrees to comply with any additional requirements that may be imposed
during the grant performance period if the City determines that the Contractor is a high-risk grantee.
F. The Contractor shall be in compliance with specifications outlined in the solicitation
under which the approved application was submitted. The program solicitation is hereby incorporated by
reference into this award.
G. The Contractor understands and agrees that grant funds may be frozen if the Contractor
does not respond in a timely fashion to requests to address audit findings and financial or programmatic
monitoring findings.
H. The Contractor shall allow the City to have access to the Contractor's records and
program site for the purpose of financial and/or program audits, as may be required in the sole discretion
of the City or its authorized designee. The Contractor shall retain all grant documents for a minimum of
five years following the completion of this agreement.
I. The Contractor will implement and enforce, as to its employees, a drug-free workplace
policy.
J. The Contractor will provide an executed W-9 Verification form.
K. The Contractor is required and hereby agrees to use a federal immigration verification
system to determine the work eligibility status of new employees physically performing services within
the State of Nebraska. A federal immigration verification system means the electronic verification of the
work authorization program authorized by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility
Act of 1996, 8 U.S.C. 1324a, known as the E-Verify Program, or an equivalent federal program
designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or other federal agency authorized to
verify the work eligibility status of a newly hired employee.
If the Contractor is an individual or sole proprietorship,the following applies:
1. The Contractor must complete the United States Citizenship Attestation Form, available on the
Department of Administrative Services website at www.das.state.ne.us.
2. If the Contractor indicates on such attestation form that he or she is a qualified alien, the
Contractor agrees to provide the US Citizenship and Immigration Services documentation required to
verify the Contractor's lawful presence in the United States using the Systematic Alien Verification for
Entitlements(SAVE)Program.
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3. The Contractor understands and agrees that lawful presence in the United States is required and
the Contractor may be disqualified or the contract terminated if such lawful presence cannot be verified as
• required by Neb. Rev. Stat. §4-108.
II.
TERM
This Agreement shall become effective on the date of execution and shall terminate on June 30,
2019. Permissible expenditures under this grant incurred after July 1, 2018 will be paid as if they
occurred after the effective date. Either party may immediately terminate this Agreement upon mailing
prior written notice thereof to the other party; provided, that in the event of such early termination, the
Contractor shall immediately return to the City all unexpended funds advanced to the Contractor under
this Agreement. In the event the grant award period is extended by the grant awarding agency, the
Agreement shall automatically extend to the end of the approved extension.
In the event the Contractor requires an extension to the terms of the grant agreement, requests must be
submitted in writing to the City's Grant Administrator no later than 45 days prior to the end of the grant
award period.
III.
COMPENSATION •
The City shall compensate the.Contractor in an amount not to exceed, under any circumstances,
$109,442 ("Maximum Compensation"). Following the execution of this Agreement, the Contractor must
submit quarterly reimbursement requests by the due by dates outlined under IV. Reporting Requirements.
Quarterly Reimbursement Requests must detail grant funds, and any match, expended during the quarter,
along with clear, concise, and detailed backup documentation supporting all expenses. Quarterly
Reimbursement Requests are required even if no grant funds or match funds were expended during the
time period. All requests for reimbursement shall be submitted electronically to the City of Omaha,
Mayor's Office, Grant Administrator. Originals shall be retained in the Contractors records and made
available upon request for audit purposes.
Any tangible equipment purchased by the Contractor with funds pursuant to this Agreement shall
be the property of the Contractor.
IV.
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
The Contractor shall comply with all reporting, data collection and evaluation requirements, as prescribed
by the grant awarding agency and the City of Omaha as outlined in the Grant Management Handbook.
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A. Quarterly Report Filling Schedule: Programmatic performance reports, and fiscal
expense and reimbursement requests are due quarterly as identified below for the life of the Grant Award
and during the term of this Agreement.
B. Close Out Reporting: Subaward Agreements will only be closed out once all final
documentation has been received from the Contractor and approved by the grant awarding agency. Final
programmatic performance reports, and fiscal expense and reimbursement requests are due by the
deadline identified below.
Progress Report Schedule
Reporting Programmatic Report Fiscal Expense& Reimbursement
Period Requests
Due by Date Delinquent After Due by Date Delinquent After
July—September October 7th October 7th October 7th October 7th
October—December January 7th January 7th January 7th January 7th
January—March April 7th April 7th April 7th April 7th
April—June July 7th July 7th July 7th July 7th
Final Close Out 30 days after 30 days after 30 days after 30 days after
grant end date grant end date grant end date grant end date
C. Subgrant Adjustment: Grant funds must be used for the purposes identified in the
Contractor's approved application. The Contractor shall not undertake any work or activities that are not
described in the grant application, and that uses staff, equipment, or other goods or services paid for with
grant funds, without prior written approval from the City's Grant Administrator and the grant awarding
agency.
The Contractor must submit an adjustment request to the City when any of the following will
occur: the focus of the Contractor's funded project changes; there is a change in the start or end date of
the funded project; a new project director or fiscal officer is assigned to the grant funded project by the
Contractor; or a budget modification is requested by the Contractor to transfer dollars between budget line
items. No budget revisions are to be made by the Contractor without prior approval from the City and the
Nebraska Crime Commission.
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V.
INDEMNITY
To the extent allowed by law, each party covenants and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
the other party, their officers, agents and employees, their successors and assigns, individually or
collectively, from and against all liability for any fines, claims, suits, demands, actions or causes of action
of any kind and nature, caused by the negligent acts or omissions of the Indemnifying Party, its officers,
agents and employees, for personal injury or death, or property damage in any way arising out of this
Agreement, and the Indemnifying Party further agrees to pay all expenses in defending against any claims
made against the other party provided, however, that the other party shall give prompt and timely written
notice of any claim made or suit instituted which, in any way, directly or indirectly, contingently or
otherwise, affects or might affect the Indemnifying Party.
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This Indemnification provision is not intended to waive a Party's sovereign immunity. A Party's
liability is governed by and limited to the extent provided by the Nebraska Political Subdivision Tort
Claims Act or other applicable provisions of Nebraska law.
VI.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CLAUSE
During the performance of this contract,the contractor agrees as follows:
1. The Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee applicant for employment
because of race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or national origin.
The Contractor shall ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during
employment without regard to their race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
disability or national origin. As used herein, the word "treated" shall mean and include, without
limitation, the following: recruited, whether by advertising or by other means; compensated; selected for
training, including apprenticeship; promoted; upgraded; demoted; downgraded; transferred; laid off; and
terminated. The Contractor agrees to and shall post in conspicuous places, available to employees and
applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the contracting officers setting forth the provisions
of this nondiscrimination clause.
2. The Contractor shall, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on
behalf of the Contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age,
disability.
3. The Contractor shall send to each representative of workers with which he has a
collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding a notice advising the labor union or
worker's representative of the Contractor's commitments under the equal employment opportunity clause
of the City and shall post copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants
for employment.
4. The contractor shall furnish to the Human Rights and Relations Director all federal forms
containing the information and reports required by the Federal Government for federal contracts under
federal rules and regulations, including the information required by section 10-192 to 10-194, inclusive,
and shall permit reasonable access to his records. Records accessible to the Human Rights and Relations
Director shall be those which are related to paragraphs (1) through (7) of this subsection and only after
reasonable notice is given the Contractor. The purpose of this provision is to provide for investigation to
ascertain compliance with the program provided for herein.
5. The Contractor shall take such actions with respect to any subcontractor as the City may
direct as a means of enforcing the provisions of paragraphs(1)through(7)herein, including penalties and
sanctions for noncompliance; however, in the event the Contractor becomes involved in or is threatened
with litigation as the result of such directions by the City, the City will enter into such litigation as is
necessary to protect the interests of the City and to effectuate these provisions of this division; and in the
case of contracts receiving federal assistance, the Contractor or the City may request the United States to
enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States.
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6. The Contractor shall file and shall cause his subcontractors, if any to file compliance
reports with the Contractor in the same form and to the same extent as required by the Federal
Government for federal contracts under federal rules and regulations. Such compliance reports shall be
filed with the Human Rights and Relations Director. Compliance reports filed at such times as directed
shall contain information as to the employment practices, policies, programs and statistics of the
Contractor and his subcontractors.
7. The Contractor shall include the provisions of paragraphs (1) through (7) of this section,
"Equal employment opportunity clause," and section 10-193 in every subcontract or purchase order so
that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or vendor.
VII.
DEBARMENT OR SUSPENSION BY ANY FEDERAL AGENCY
Office of Management and Budget(OMB)guidelines require that any individual or entity that has
been placed on the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS - available for review through www.sam.gov)
may not be a participant in a Federal Agency transaction that is a covered transaction or act as a principal
of a person participating in one of those covered transactions. These guidelines apply to covered
transactions under a grant award from any Federal agency for which a recipient expects to receive
reimbursement for expenditures incurred or an advance on future expenditures.
The Contractor providing goods and/or services to the City of Omaha, by acceptance and
execution of this Agreement agrees, that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended,
proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction
by any Federal department or agency. Contractor further agrees, by accepting and executing this
Agreement,that it will include this clause without modification in all lower tier transactions, solicitations,
proposals, contracts, and subcontracts. Where the Contractor or any lower tier participant is unable to
certify this statement, it shall attach an explanation to this Agreement.
VIII.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
It is understood and agreed by and between the parties that any and all acts that the Contractor or
its employees, agents, contractors or servants perform pursuant to the terms of this Agreement shall be
undertaken as independent contractors and not as employees of the City. Neither Contractor nor any of its
employees or agents shall be construed to be the employee or agent of the City for any purpose
whatsoever. Contractor shall not be entitled to any benefits of the City. The City shall not provide any
insurance coverage to the Contractor or its respective employees including, but not limited to workers'
compensation insurance. Contractor and the City shall each pay all wages, salaries and other amounts due
to its respective employees and shall be responsible for all reports, obligations, and payments pertaining
to social security taxation, income tax withholding, workers' compensation, unemployment
compensation, group insurance coverage, collective bargaining agreements or any other such similar
matters. Contractor shall have no authority to bind the City or by or with any contract or agreement, nor
to impose any liability upon the City. All acts and contracts of the Contractor shall be in its own name
and not in the name of the City, unless otherwise provided herein.
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IX.
CAPTIONS
Captions used in this contract are for convenience and are not used in the construction of this
contract.
X.
APPLICABLE LAW
Parties to this contract shall conform to all existing and applicable city ordinances, resolutions,
state laws, federal laws, and all existing and applicable rules and regulations. Nebraska law will govern
the terms and the performance under this contract.
XI.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
A. No elected official nor any officer or employee of the City shall, during their tenure and
one year thereafter, have a financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement or in any funds
transferred hereunder. Any violation of this section shall render the Agreement voidable by the City or
the Contractor.
B. The Contractor covenants that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any
interest, direct or indirect,which would conflict with the performance required to be performed under this
Agreement; it further covenants that, in the performance of this Agreement, no person having any such
interest shall be employed.
XII.
WARRANTY AS TO COMMISSIONS
Contractor warrants that it has not employed any person to solicit or secure the Agreement upon
any agreement for commission, percentage,brokerage, or contingent fee.
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XIII.
MERGER
This Agreement shall not be merged into any other oral or written contract, lease or deed of any
type. This is the complete and full agreement of the parties.
XIV.
MODIFICATION
This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the parties. No representations were made or
relied upon by either party other than those that are expressly set forth herein. No agent, employee or
other representative of either party is empowered to alter any of the terms hereof unless done in writing
and signed by an authorized officer of the respective parties.
XV.
ASSIGNMENT
Neither party may assign its rights under this Agreement without the express prior written consent
of the other party.
XVI.
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
Contractor is responsible for review of and compliance with each of the terms of this Agreement.
The parties agree that this Agreement shall include, as if fully set forth herein, the Grant Award and
Special Conditions, Grant Application, Revised Budget/Budget Narrative, Letter Addressing
Contingencies, FFATA Reporting Form; Subaward Attachment; and Audit Certification which are
attached hereto.
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XVII.
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
In further consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the parties hereto expressly
agree that for purposes of notice, including legal service of process, during the term of this Agreement
and for the period of any applicable statute of limitations thereafter,the following named individuals shall
be the authorized representatives of the parties:
(a) CITY OF OMAHA
Jean Stothert,Mayor
Office of the Mayor
1819 Farnam Street, Suite 300
Omaha,Nebraska 68183-0300
Contact: Ryan Behrens, Grant Manager
Phone: (402)444-5286
(b) CONTRACTOR
Douglas County Board of Commissioners
Commissioner Chris Rogers, Chair
1819 Farnam Street, LC2
Omaha,NE 68183-0100
Contact: Carrie Davis, Grant Coordinator
Phone: (402)444-1782 F5714‘.day
EXECUTED this of Na/e'VVI., ..,/, 2018.
CITY OF OMAHA,NEBRASKA DOUGLAS COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
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Jean Stothert, Date Chris l at IZ Jr
Mayor Douglas County Board Chair
ATTEST: COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MINISTRATIVE OFFICE
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City Clerk Chief Administrative Officer
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Nebraska Commission Federal Rev,t2lN3t6
on Law Enforcement Federal Grant
and Criminal Justice Award
Sub-grantee: Federal Grant Number: Date of Award: CFDA#:
City of Omaha, Office of the Mayor 2017-WF-AX-0004
Department: 04/10/2018 16.588
Sub-grant Number: U.S. Department of Justice
17-VW-0711 Federal Program
FY2017 Nebraska S.T.O.P.
Violence Against Women Grant
Project Title: Grant Amount:
Douglas County Community Response Team Federal $234,406.00
Match $65,010.00
Total $299,416.00
Approved Budget for Project
CATEGORY FEDERAL MATCH TOTAL
SHARE SHARE PROJECT COST
Personnel $85,587.00 $33,032.00 $118,619.00
Consultants/Contracts $148,819.00 $31,978.00 $180,797.00
Travel $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Supplies/Operating/Expenses $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Equipment $0.00 $0.00 • $0.00
Other $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Indirect Cost $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total Amount $234,406.00 $65,010.00 $299,416.00
% Contribution 78% 22% 100%
This award is subject to the General and Fiscal Conditions established by the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice and to the
Special Conditions enclosed with this award as indicated below. •
The grant period will be from 07/01/2018 to 06/30/2019 except as authorized by the Commission. To be a valid grant,this Grant Award must be
signed and returned to the Commission within 30 days of receipt.
The subgrantee herby at an that the required cash match will be designated,appropriated,and expanded for the project within the duration of the
Grant Period.
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This award is subject to special conditions(enclosed),
Signature of Executive Director epresentative Signature of Project Director
Darrell Fisher:Executive pjffeCtor g 1cuutF ie Chelsea Andrews,Grant Assistant 145
Typed Name and Title „ J Date Typed Name and Title Date
Signature of Authorized Official ignatu nancial Officer
(Mayor,County Board Chairman,Chair of Non-profit Board etc.) (County Treasurer,City Clerk,etc,)Jean Stothert,Mayor 1.1.Q JO+(1Q. 2Ot to Stephen Curtiss,Finance Director fp/'gJ
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Typed Name and Title Date Typed Name and Title to !!
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Subgrant Special Conditions — S.T.O.P. VAWA Form GA-3
Rev.02/18
Distribution: Subgrantee: Subgrant Number:
Original to Nebraska City of Omaha, Office of the Mayor 17-VW-0711
Commission on Law
Enforcement and
Criminal Justice
CFDA 16.588 Subgrant Title:
NE's FY 2017 STOP Formula Grant Program Douglas County Community
2017-WF-AX-0004 Response Team
Dept.of Justice,Office on Violence Against
Women
This contract is subject to the standard conditions outlined in the applicable solicitation, grant application and the signed
Certified Assurances. The subrecipient and any subawards agree to comply with the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost
Principles.and Audit Requirements in 2 CRF Part 200,as adopted and supplemented by the Department of Justice(DOJ)in 2 CFR Part
2800(together,the Part 200 Uniform Requirements),and the current edition of the DOJ Grants Financial Guides as posted on the OVW
website to include any amendments made throughout the course of the grant period in addition to the Commission on Law Enforcement
and Criminal Justice(Crime Commission)Guidelines and the following special conditions:
1. The subrecipient agrees to follow the applicable set of general terms and conditions which are available to
httpd/www,justice.gov/ovw/grantees. These do not supersede any specific conditions in this award document.
2. Audits All audits will comply with the Single Audit Act of 1984,as amended. Audits for private non-profit agencies
shall comply with 2 CFR Part 200 or the OMB Circular A-133.
Agencies and organizations receiving federal funds from various sources totaling S750,000 or more during their Fiscal
Year are required to have art annual audit. Total cost of the audit must be prorated among funding sources. Agencies
and organizations receiving federal funds from various sources totaling less than$750„000 during their Fiscal Year
are not required to have an annual audit. However,a complete agency audit complying with the Single Audit Act of
1984,as amended, is highly recommended once every three years for private non-profit agencies receiving funding
from the Crime Commission.
ONE Cony of the audit that includes a Letter of Findines is required to be submitted to the Crime Commission, if
they are not part of the audit.
Authorized representatives of the Crime Commission and the federal agencies associated with the federal funding
source shall have access to and the right to examine all records,books,papers or documents related to this grant for
the purpose of audit and examinations. All records shall be retained for five(5)years from the date of the final fiscal
report unless an audit is in progress or the findings of a completed audit have not been resolved satisfactorily.
3: Acceptance of Grant Award and Special Conditions:
a. Grant Award must be accepted; signed by the subrecipient's Authorized Official, the Project Point of Contact
(director of the project)and the Fiscal Point of Contact;and,returned to the Crime Commission within thirty(30)
days from the date the Grant Award is mailed to the subgrantee.
b. Special Conditions must be accepted,signed by the subrecipient's Authorized Official,the Agency Director,the
Project Point of Contact (Agency Director and Project Point of Contact are often the same individual), and the
Fiscal Point of Contact,and returned to the Crime Commission within thirty(30)days from the date the Special
Conditions are mailed to the subgrantee.
c. The subrecipient agrees that they and all subawards under this award have a DUNS number and are registered
with the System for Award Management(SAM)(or with a successor government-wide system officially
designated by OMB and OVW).
d. Subrecipients receiving payments from the Crime Commission are required to receive payments via the
Automated Clearing House(ACH)payment.New subrecipients must complete paperwork to sign up for ACH
payment and can find the form at.http:f/das.nebraska.gov/accounting/forms new.html
17 initials of Authorized Official
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4. Accounting Procedures/Practices: •
a. Subrecipients must adhere to the Uniform Administrative Requirements,Cost Principles,and Audit Requirements
in 2 C.F.R. Part 200, as adopted by the DOJ and supplemented in 2 C.F.R. Part 2800. See:
http://www.ecfrgov/egi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowseTTitle02/2cfr200 main 02.tpl for further information
regarding the standards of these requirements.
b. Subrecipient shall implement and maintain an accounting system which accurately reflects income received
expenditures,and documentation of expenditures.Each source of income must be accounted for separately and a
clear audit trail for each source of funding must be maintained.
c. Any award with matching funds,both cash or in-kind,must document match in the agency's accounting system.
Match need not be applied at the exact time or in the required proportion to the obligation of Federal funds.
However,the full matching share must be obligated by the end of the project period.
d. A private non-profit agency awarded funds shall have two(2)members of the Board of Directors review,on a
quarterly basis,all expenditures for the agency. Board minutes shall reflect this review.
e. If at any time an impropriety is found in the accounting or use of any funds received by the subrecipient, the
Crime Commission must be notified immediately and informed about how the agency will address the problem.
f. Subrecipients will maintain time records that comply with the Office of Management and Budget(OMB)A-87
Circular to clearly document the hourly activity of each grant funded or match funded position to show the actual
percentage of time charged to the funding source. Records will be maintained by the subrecipient to document
any differences between budgeted and actual federal and match personnel grant costs.Timesheets for grant funded
positions should include the signature of the employee and their supervisor. Volunteer positions used as match
are to be documented and,to the extent feasible,supported by the same methods used for employees.Refer to the
following website for further details on the guidelines on accounting for personnel and other cost principles:
http://oip.govffinancialguide/DOJlpdfs/2015 DOJ FinancialGuide.pdf
https://ojp.gov/funding/Explore/SolicitationRequirementsfMandatoryTermsConditions.htm
g. Office of Justice Program Financial Guidelines and Federal and/or State guidelines must be followed for the
purchase of equipment and or services and for the property management or disposal of equipment purchased with
Federal funds,Property records for equipment purchased must be maintained which include a description,serial
number, source, title holder, acquisition date,cost, percentage of federal dollars funded,,location, and use and
condition of the equipment.Subrecipients must adhere to written procurement procedures. If the agency does not
have these they should defer to the State's procurement guidelines located at:
http://das.nebraska.gov/materiel/purchase bureau/docs/manuals/20 I 7%20Procurement%20Manual.pdf
h. Program income earned by the subrecipient must be approved by the Crime Commission. Program income,as
defined by 2 C.F.R. 200.80,means gross income earned by a non-Federal entity that is directly generated by a
supported activity or earned as a result of the Federal award during the period of performance. Without prior
approval,program income must be deducted from total allowable costs to determine the net allowable costs. In
order to add program income to an award,subrecipient must seek approval from the Crime Commission prior to
generating any program income. Any program income added to an award must be used to support activities that
were approved in the budget and follow the conditions of the award agreement. Any approved program income
must be reported to the Crime Commission so that the income can be reflected on the Crime Commission's
Federal Financial Report(SF-425)in accordance with the addition alternative: If the program income amount
changes(increases or decreases)during the project period,the subrecipient must receive approval prior to the end.
of the project period in order to avoid possible audit findings for both the Crime Commission and the subrecipient.
Subrecipient agrees that if they receive any funding that is duplicative of funding received under this award,
they will notify the Crime Commission immediately to eliminate any duplication. Further,the subrecipient
agrees and understands that any duplicative funding that cannot be re-programmed to support non-duplicative
activities within the program's statutory scope must be deobligated and returned to the Crime Commission.
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5. Reporting Requirements:
a. Grant Activity Summary Reports are required quarterly. Reports are due by the last working day of the month
for each quarter during the grant period.
b. Cash Report/Cash Requests are required quarterly. Reports are due by the last working day of the month
following the end of each quarter.Grant payments are on a reimbursement basis. Reimbursement cannot be made
until financial documentation from the subrecipient has been approved by the Crime Commission. The final Cash
Report reflecting the total grant expenditures and amount reimbursed is due no later than 45 days from the end of
the grant period.
c. To assure that expenditures are proper and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the award and approved
project budget,Cash Reports/Cash Requests under this award must be signed by an official who is authorized to
legally bind the entity and to certify to the best of their knowledge and belief that the report is true,complete and
accurate,and the expenditures,disbursements and cash receipts are for the purposes and objectives set forth in
the terms of conditions of the award. Any false, fictitious, or fraudulent information, or the omission of any
material fact,may subject the individual to criminal,civil or administrative penalties for fraud,false statements,
false claims or others(U.S.Code,Title 18,Section 1001 and Title 231,Sections 3729-3730 and 3801-3812).
d. Regardless of the start date of the grant project,quarterly reports are due for normal quarters as listed.
Jan.—March(due last working day of April)
April—June(due last working day of July)
July—Sept.(due last working day of Oct.)
Oct.—Dec,(due last working day of Jan.)
e. Subrecipients that are non-profits must certify their non-profit status.
f. All non-profit subrecipients are required to make their financial statements available online (either on the
subrecipient's website or another publically available website). Subrecipient organizations that have federal
501(c)(3)tax status will be considered as in compliance with this requirement,to the extent that such organization
files IRS Form 990 or equivalent,as several sources already provide searchable online databases of such financial
statements.
g. Under the Government Performance and Results Act,VAWA 2000 and subsequent legislation,subrecipients are
required to collect and maintain data that measure the effectiveness of their grant-funded activities.Accordingly,
the subrecipient agrees to submit electronic progress reports to the Crime Commission to include any requested
information required from OVW.
6. Use of Federal Grant Funds:
a: The subrecipient and any subawards must promptly refer to the DOJ O1G and the Crime Commission any credible
evidence that a principal, employee, agent, subrecipient, contractor, subcontractor, or other person has — I)
submitted a claim for award funds that violates the False Claims Act:or 2)committed a criminal or civil violation
of laws pertaining to fraud, conflict of interest, bribery, gratuity,or similar misconduct involving award funds.
Potential fraud, waste, abuse or misconduct should be reported. In addition, the subrecipient must notify the
Crime Commission. For more information on how to report go to:
http://www.ustice.gov/sites/default/filesicivil/legacy/2011/04/22/C-FRAUDS FCA Primer.pdf
b. Federal grant funds will not be used to supplant State,local or any other funds that would otherwise be available.
The agency's budget cannot decrease as a result of grant dollars. If an existing employee is assigned to this
project and their salary is paid with grant funds,his or her position must be backfilled. The agency's personnel
cannot decrease as a result of this grant project.
c. No State/Federal grant funds shall be used for costs existing prior to or after the grant period.
d. Federal and matching funds are to be used for the purpose stated in the approved grant application. Any changes
must be approved by the Crime Commission prior to the change taking place.
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e. Federal funds cannot be used for lobbying. If matching funds are used for lobbying,a disclosure report shall be
submitted to the Crime Commission.
Restrictions on"lobbying"and policy development:
In general,as a matter of federal law, federal funds may not be used by any subrecipient or subawardee, either
directly or indirectly, in support of the enactment, repeal, modification or adoption of any law, regulation or
policy,at any level of government, in order to avoid violation of 18 U.S.C. 1913. However, federal funds may
be used to collaborate with and provide information to federal,state, local, tribal and territorial public officials
and agencies to develop and implement policies and develop and promote state, local, or tribal legislation or
model codes designed to reduce or eliminate domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault,and stalking when
such collaboration and provision of information is consistent with the activities otherwise authorized under this
grant program.
Another federal law generally prohibits federal funds awarded by OVW from being used by subrecipients or .
subawardees to pay any person to influence(or attempt to influence)a federal agency,a Member of Congress,or
Congress with respect to awarding of a federal grant or cooperative agreement,subgrant,contract,subcontract,
or loan, or with respect to actions such as renewing, extending, or modifying any such award. See 31 U.S.C.
1352. Certain exceptions to this law apply, including an exception that applies to Indian tribes and tribal
organizations.
Should any question arise as to whether a particular use of federal funds by a subrecipient would or might fall
within the scope of these prohibitions, OVW is to be contacted for guidance, and no action taken without the
expressed prior written approval from OVW.
f. No other Federal funds shall be used to meet the match requirement.
g. No Federal funds will be used for land acquisition.
h. No Federal funds are to be used for entertainment, fines and penalties, Visa fees, passport charges, bar
charges!alcoholic beverages,or membership fees,
i. Crime Commission funding cannot be placed in interest bearing accounts by private non-profit agencies.
j. Subrecipient and any subawardees must comply with all applicable laws, regulations,policies,and official DOJ
guidance(including specific cost limits,prior-approval and reporting requirements,where applicable)governing
the use of federal funds for expenses related to conferences (as that term is defined by DOJ), including the
provision of food and/or beverages at such conferences,and costs of attendance at such conferences.Information
on pertinent DOJ definition of conferences and rules applicable to this award are available at:
http://www.justice.goviovw/grantees
7. Nondiscrimination/Civil Rights: •
a. Applicable nondiscrimination statues Executive Order 13,559,amending Executive Order 13,279;Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA)of 1990,as amended;and the Violence Against Women's Act of 1994,
as amended.
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b. Federal laws that apply to recipients of financial assistance from Department of Justice prohibit discrimination
on the basis of race,color,national origin,religion,sex or disability in funded programs or activities,not only in
employment but also in the delivery of services or benefits. Federal law also prohibits discriminating on the basis
of age in the delivery of services or benefits.
c. Subrecipient understands and acknowledges that by accepting OVW grant funds it is prohibited from excluding,
denying benefits to,or discriminating against any person on the basis of actual or perceived race,color,religion,
national origin, sex,gender identity,sexual orientation or disability in any program or activity funded in whole
or in part by OVW.
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d. Subrecipient agrees to notify employees and clients, customers, and program participants of prohibited
discrimination and the procedures for filing a complaint of discrimination. The subrecipient agrees to have a
procedure in place for responding to discrimination complaints that employees and clients, customers, and
program participants file directly with the subrecipient.
e. Subrecipient understands and agrees that award funds may not be used to discriminate against or denigrate the
religious or moral beliefs of students who participate in programs for which financial assistance is provided from
those funds,or of the parents or legal guardians of such students.
f. The subrecipient assures it and all its contractors will comply with all applicable nondiscrimination requirements
as set forth by federal and state laws. No person shall be excluded from participation in,denied the benefits of,
subjected to discrimination under, or be denied employment in connection with any activities receiving funds
under the Act on the basis of race;color,religion,age,sex,national origin or handicap.
g. Subrecipient acknowledges that failure to submit an acceptable equal employment opportunity program(EEOP)
that is approved by the Office for Civil Rights, is a violation of its Certified Assurances and may result in
suspension or termination of funding, until such time as the subrecipient is in compliance. If subrecipient is
required to submit an EEOP pursuant to 28 C.F.R.Section 42.302 et seq it will be submitted electronically to the
OCR,and that it will electronically submit a certification to the OCR indicating that it has a current EEOP on file
which meets the requirements therein or that it is exempt for the EEOP requirement.
h, In the event a federal or state court or administrative agency makes a finding of discrimination after a due process
hearing the subrecipient of funds will forward a copy of the finding to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance of
the Office of Justice Programs in Washington,D.C. Additionally,a copy of the findings is to be sent to the Crime
Commission.
Subrecipients, whose projects, personnel or subawards become involved in any litigation, whether civil or
criminal,shall immediately notify the Crime Commission and forward a copy of any demand notices, lawsuits,
or indictments to the Commission.
j. Subrecipient must comply with the Department of Justice Guidance pertaining to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964,42 U.S.C. §2000d. Subrecipients receiving Federal financial assistance must take reasonable steps to
provide meaningful access to their programs and activities for persons with limited English proficiency(LEP).
Information on the civil right responsibilities,see http://www.lep.gov.
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k. Partnerships with Faith-Based and Other Neighborhood Organizations: Subrecipient and any subawardees must
comply with all applicable requirements of 28 CFR Part 38, specially including any applicable requirements •
regarding written notice to program beneficiaries and prospective program beneficiaries.Part 38 of 28 C.R.R.,a
DOJ regulation, was amended effective May 4,2016.Among other things,28 C.F.R. Part 38 includes rules that
prohibit specific forms of discrimination on the basis of religion,a religious belief,a refusal to hold a religious
belief,or refusal to attend or participate in a religious practice. Part 38 also sets out rules and requirements that
pertain to subrecipient organizations that engage in or conduct explicitly religious activities,as well as rules and
requirements that pertain to subrecipients that are faith-based or religious organizations.
Faith-based organizations should note that the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968,as amended,
34 U.S.C. §§I0228(c) and 10221(a) and the Violence Against Women Act of 1994, as amended,34 U.S.C. §
12291(b)(13)contain prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of religion in employment.
I. Subrecipient should be mindful that the misuse of arrest or conviction records to screen either applicants for
employment or employees for retention or promotion may have a disparate impact based on race or national
origin,resulting in unlawful employment discrimination. Subrecipients should consult local counsel in reviewing
employment practices and if warranted, an analysis of the use of arrest and conviction records should be
incorporated into the subrecipient's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan. More information on Arrest and
Conviction Records in Employment Decisions under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (June 2013), is
available at http:flojn.govlaboudocrlpdfs/UseofConviction Advisory.pdf.
m. Subrecipient must comply with, and is subject to, all applicable provisions of 41 U.S.C. 4712, including all
applicable provisions that prohibit,under specified circumstances,discrimination against an employee as reprisal
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for the employee's disclosure of information related to gross mismanagement of a federal grant,a gross waste of
federal funds,an abuse of authority relating to a federal grant,a substantial and specific danger to public health
or safety,or a violation of law,rule,or regulation related to a federal grant.
The subrecipient also must inform its employees, in writing (and in the predominant native language of the
workforce),of employee rights and remedies under 41 U.S.C.4712.
n. The subrecipient and any subawardees must comply with all applicable requirements of 28 C.F.R.Part 54,which
relates to nondiscrimination on the basis of sex in certain"education programs."
8. Restrictions and certifications regarding non-disclosure agreements and related matters
No subrecipient or subaward under this award may require any employee or contractor to sign an internal
confidentiality agreement or statement that prohibits or otherwise restricts, or purports to prohibit or restrict, the
reporting(in accordance with law)of waste, fraud,or abuse to an investigative or law enforcement representative of
a federal department or agency authorized to receive such information.
The foregoing is not intended to contravene requirements applicable to any form issued by a federal department or
agency governing the nondisclosure of classified information.
Under this award if the subrecipient does or is authorized to make subawards or contracts—
a. it represents that,-
1) it has determined that no other entity that the recipient's application proposes may or will receive award
funds (whether through a subaward, contract, or subcontract) either requires or has required internal
confidentiality agreements or statements from employees or contractors that currently prohibit or
otherwise restrict(or purport to prohibit or restrict)employees or contractors from reporting waste,fraud,
or abuse as described above;and
2) it has made appropriate inquiry,or otherwise has an adequate factual basis,to support this representation;
and
b. certifies that,if it learns or is notified that it is or has been requiring its employees or contractors to execute
agreements or statements that prohibit or otherwise restrict(or purport to prohibit or restrict),reporting of
waste, fraud,or abuse as described above, it will immediately stop any further obligations of award funds,
will provide prompt written notification to the agency making this award, and will resume (or permit
resumption of)such obligations only if expressly authorized to do so by that agency.
9. Requirements pertaining to prohibited conduct related to trafficking in persons(including reporting requirements and
authority to terminate award).
Subrecipient and any subgrantees,at any tier,must comply with all applicable requirements(including requirements
to report allegations)pertaining to prohibited conduct related to the trafficking of persons,whether on the part of the
subrecipient or subgrantee,or individuals defined(for purposes of this condition)as"employees"of the subrecipient
or of any subgrantee.
The details of the subrecipient's obligation related to prohibited conduct related to trafficking in persons are posted
on the OVW website at https://www.justice.gov/ovw/grantees(Award condition:Prohibited conduct by subrecipients
related to trafficking in persons,and are incorporated by reference here.)
10. Compliance with general appropriations-law restrictions on the use of federal funds(FY 2016)
Subrecipient and any subgrantees,at any tier,must comply with all applicable restrictions on the use of federal funds
set out in federal appropriations statutes. Pertinent restrictions, including from various "general provisions" in the
Consolidated Appropriations Act,2016,are set out at https://www.justice.gov/ovwfgrantees,and are incorporated by •
reference here.
Should a question arise as to whether a particular use of federal funds by the subrecipient or subgrantee would or
might fall within the scope of an appropriations-law restriction,the subrecipient is to contact the Crime Commission
for guidance,and may not proceed without the expressed prior written approval of the Crime Commission.
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1 I. The subrecipient agrees to attend Grant Management Training sponsored by the Crime Commission,as indicated by
the grant program.
12. Subrecipient agrees to comply with any additional requirements that may be imposed as a result of grant performance
and that the misuse of award funds may result in a range of penalties,including suspension of current and future funds,
recoupment of money provided under an award,and civil and/pr criminal penalties.
13. The subrecipient understands and agrees that any training or training materials developed or delivered with funding
provided under this award must adhere to the OVW Training Guiding Principles for Grantees and Subgrantees
available at http://www.ovw.usdoj.gov/grantees.html
14. The subgrantee agrees that all materials and publications(written, visual, or sound)resulting from subgrant award
activities shall contain the following statement:"This project was supported by subgrant No. awarded by
the state administering office for the STOP Formula Grant Program(Nebraska Crime Commission). The opinions,
findings,conclusions and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s)
and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Commission or the US Department of Justice, Office on Violence
Against Women.A copy of any such material or publication is to be submitted to the Crime Commission.
15. If at any time during the grant period the subgrantee, or one of its serving Board members, is barred from doing
business with the Federal Government,the Crime Commission shall be notified by the subgrantee in writing.
16. All agencies who are participants in the awarded project shall establish and maintain a drug free work-place policy.
17. Pursuant to 2 CFR §200.315(b),the Office on Violence Against Women reserves a royalty-free,nonexclusive,and
irrevocable license to reproduce,publish or otherwise use,and to authorize others to use,in whole or in part(including
in the creation of derivative works),for Federal Government purposes:
a) Any work that is subject to copyright and was developed under this award, subaward, contract or subcontract
pursuant to this award:and
b) Any work that is subject to copyright for which ownership was purchased by a subrecipient, subaward or a
contractor with support under this award.
Subrecipient must obtain advance written approval from the Crime Commission,and must comply with all conditions
specified by the Crime Commission in connection with that approval before: I) using award funds to purchase
ownership of,or a license to use,a copyrighted work;or 2)incorporating any copyrighted work, or portion thereof,
into a new work developed under this award.
It is the responsibility of the subrecipient to ensure that this condition is included in any subaward, contract or
subcontract under this award.
18. The subrecipient understand and agrees that—(a)No award funds may be used to maintain or establish a computer
network unless such network blocks the viewing,downloading and exchanging of pornography,and(b)Nothing in
subsection(a)limits the use of funds necessary for any Federal,State,tribal or local law enforcement agency or any
other entity carrying out criminal investigations,prosecution or adjudication activities.
19. The subrecipient agrees to comply with the provisions of 42 U.S.C. I 3925(b)(2), nondisclosure of confidential or
private information, which includes creating and maintaining documentation of compliance, such as policies and
procedure for release of victim information. Subgrantees not covered under federal or state statute must have written
confidentiality policies in place that prohibit the disclosure of a victim's name, address, telephone number, or any
other identifying information without the prior voluntary written consent of the victim. This written consent must be
reasonably time-limited.
20. Subrecipient understands and agrees that it cannot use any federal funds,either directly or indirectly,in support of any
contract or agreement to either the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) or its
subsidiaries,without the express prior written approval of the Nebraska Crime Commission.
21. Pursuant to Executive Order 13513,"Federal Leadership on Reducing Text Messaging While Driving,"74 Fed. Reg.
51225(October 1,2009),the subrecipient is encouraged to adopt and enforce polices banning employees from text
messaging while driving any vehicle during the course of performing work founded by this grant, and to establish
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workplace safety polices and conduct education, awareness, and other outreach to decrease crashes caused by
distracted drivers.
22. Subrecipients funded for$25,000 or more and,in certain circumstances,agree to comply with applicable requirements
to report the names and total compensation of the five most highly compensated executives of the subrecipient.Such
data will be submitted to the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA), Subaward
Reporting System (FSRS). The details of the Crime Commission obligations, which derive from the FFATA, are
posted on the Office of Justice Programs web site at http://www.ovw.usdojgov/docs/ffata-award-term.pdf(Award
Condition:Reporting Subawards and Executive Compensation),and are incorporated by reference here.
23. The subrecipient agrees to comply with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements which may include,among
other relevant authorities,the Violence Against Women Act of 1994,as amended 34 U.S.C.§ 12291(bx13),and the
Violence Against Women Act of 2000,P.L. 106-386,the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, 34
U.S.C. §§ 10228(c) & 10221(a), the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of
2005,P.L. 109-162,the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of2013,P.L. 113-4,and OVW's implementing
regulations at 28 CFR Part 90.
24. The subrecipient understands and agrees that misuse of award funds may result in a range of penalties, including
suspension of current and future funds, recoupment of money provided under and award, and civil and/or criminal
penalties.
25. The subgrantee agrees that grant funds will not support activities that compromise victim safety and recovery,such
as: procedures or policies that exclude victims from receiving safe shelter,advocacy services,counseling,and other
assistance based on their actual or perceived sex, age, immigration status,race,religion,sexual orientation, gender
identity,mental health condition,physical health condition,criminal record,work in the sex industry,or the age and/or
sex of their children; pre-trail diversion programs not approved by OVW or the placement of offenders in such
programs;mediation,couples counseling,family counseling or any other manner of joint victim-offender counseling;
mandatory counseling for victims, penalizing victims who refuse to testify, or promoting procedures that would
require victims to seek legal sanctions against their abusers(e.g.,see a protection order, file formal complaint); the
placement of perpetrators in anger management programs;or any other activities outlined in the state solicitation under
which funds are received.
26. The subgrantee agrees to participate in strategic planning efforts and/or other activities necessary for the development
of the state's three year implementation plan as required by the STOP Violence Against Women Act Formula Grant
Program.
27. The subrecipient agrees and understands that grant funds used for providing legal assistance must meet the following
requirements:(1)any person providing grant funded legal assistance has(A)demonstrated expertise in providing legal
assistance to victims of domestic violence,dating violence, sexual assault or stalking in the targeted population;or
(B)(i) is partnered with an entity or person that has demonstrated expertise described in subparagraph(A): and(ii)
has completed or will complete training in connection with domestic violence,stalking or sexual assault and related
legal issues, including training on evidence-based risk factors for domestic and dating violence homicide; (2) any
training program conducted in satisfaction of the requirement of paragraph(I) has been or will be developed with
input from and in collaboration with a State,local,territorial or tribal domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault
or stalking victim service provider or coalition,as well as appropriate State,local,territorial and tribal law enforcement
officials; (3) any person or organization providing legal assistance through this Program has informed and will
continue to inform State, local, territorial or tribal domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual assault
programs and coalitions, as well as appropriate State and local law enforcement officials of their work; and (4)the
subrecipient's organizational policies do not require mediation or counseling involving offenders and victims
physically together, in,cases where sexual assault,dating violence,domestic violence,stalking or child sexual abuse
is an issue.
28. The subgrantee agrees that grant funds will not be used to support the following:
a) Law enforcement equipment, including uniforms,safety vest,shields,weapons,bullets,and armory.
b) Chemical dependency or alcohol abuse programs that are not an integral part of a court-mandated barterer
intervention program.
c) Development or presentation of a domestic violence,sexual assault, dating violence and/or stalking curriculum
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for primary or secondary schools. The subgrantee further agrees that grant funds will not be used to teach primary
or secondary school students from an already existing curriculum.
29. Subrecipients agree that no more than the amount of grant funds designated for Prevention and Education can be used
to conduct public awareness or community education campaigns or related activities to broadly address domestic
violence,dating violence, sexual assault or stalking. Grant funds may be used without limit to support, inform and
outreach to victims about available services.
30. The subgrantee agrees to comply with any additional requirements that may be imposed as a result of grant
performance and that the misuse of award funds may result in a range of penalties, including suspension of current
and future funds,recoupment of money provided under an award,and civil and/or criminal penalties.
31. Coordinated Response Team/Effort(CRT)requirements:
a) At a minimum, active participation of prosecution, law enforcement and victim service agencies. Attendance
records should be maintained.
b) Operate from a written"criminal justice domestic violence improvement plan"which identifies gaps,needs and
solutions in the local criminal justice system when addressing domestic violence cases and clearly states the role
of each agency to insure domestic violence victims are provided coordinated assistance at each stage of the
criminal justice system. CRT's funded by VAWA funds for 3 or more years need to develop and operate under
a similar plan addressing sexual assault.At a minimum,these plans need to be updated every 3 years.
c) Ensure participants receive training on domestic violence,sexual assault,dating violence and stalking.
d) Develop and implement policy and procedure changes that improve the overall criminal justice response and are
effective at achieving victim safety and offender accountability. Policies and Procedures are to be agreed upon
by a consensus of the participating agencies. The agency for which policy and procedure changes are identified
is to be responsible for their development,implementation and training.CRT agencies are to be trained on each
agency's policies and procedures to increase coordinated efforts.
e) Have written confidentiality policies.
I have read the above Special Conditions and understand they are part of the binding Grant Award.
Signature of Authorized Official ` ' Date Z tt( 20 s ea
Note: The Authorized Official is the Mayor, Chair of County Board or City Council or the
Board Chair of a Private Non-profit Agency. The Director or Executive Director of the
Agency is NOT considered the authorized official for the signing of these Special Conditions,
Signature of Agency Director Date
Signature of Project Point of Contact s."-' Date Q. z ti J a0I�J
Note: The Agency Director and Project Point of Contact are often the same individual. The
Agency Director may be the Executive Director who is also identified on the grant
application as the Project Point f Contact.
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State Use Only
Grant#
NEBRASKA CRIME COMMISSION
FY 2017 STOP Violence Against Women Act
GRANT APPLICATION
1.Applicant Name:(Agency/Organization) Name:City of Omaha,Office of the Telephone(402)444-5000
The applicant must be the agency that will Mayor Fax(402)444-6059
receive and disburse the grant funds.
2.Applicant Federal Employer ID#: 47-6006304
(must be 9 digits)
3.Applicant DUNS#: 076981265
4.Applicant Address: 1819 Farnam Street,Suite 300
(physical address) Omaha,NE 68183-0300
(Include zip code+4 digits)
5.Project Title:Douglas County Community Response Team
6.Project Point of Contact:PPOC Name: Gail Braun
(Main contact. Responsible for all Title:Grant Administrator
• correspondence regarding grant award and Email: gbraun@cityofomaha.org Telephone(402)444-5286
project.) Fax (402)444-6059
Address: 1819 Farnam Street,Suite 300
Omaha,NE 68183-0300
(Include zip code+4 digits)
7.Project Coordinator: Name:Chelsea Andrews '
(Individual who serves as the secondary Title:Grant Assistant
contact for the project.)
Email: chelsea.andrews@cityofomaha.org Telephone(402)444-5151
Fax (402)444-6059
Address: 1819 Farnam Street,Suite 300
Omaha,NE 68183-0300
(Include zip code+4 digits)
• 8.Fiscal Point of Contact: FPOC Name: Stephen Curtiss
(Responsible for fiscal oversight and fiscal Title: Finance Director
reports.Cannot be same as the PPOC)
Email: Stephen.Curtiss@cityofomaha.org Telephone(402)444-5417
Fax (402)546-1150
Address: 1819 Farnam Street,Suite 1004
Omaha,NE 68183-1000
(Include zip code+4 digits)
9.Authorized Official: Name:Jean Stothert
(NOTE:The authorized official is the Title:Mayor,City of Omaha
Mayor,Chair of County Board or City
Council or the Board Chair of a Private Email: mayorstothert@cityofomaha.org Telephone(402)444-5000
Non-profit Agency.) Fax (402)444-6059
Address: 1819 Farnam Street, Suite 300
Omaha,NE 68183-0300
(Include zip code+4 digits)
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10.Previous 5-Years Commission Funding for This Project:
Grant#: 16-VW-0707 Amount: $233,195
Grant#: 15-VW-0714 Amount:$200,022
Grant#: 14-VW-711 Amount: $211,050
Grant#: 13-VW-706 Amount: $208,122
Grant#: 12-VW-707 Amount: $212,054
11.Area(s)Served by Project:(Statewide,Counties,Cities):
• Douglas County
12.Type of Agency:
❑ State Agency
®Unit of Local Government
❑Private Non-Profit
El Native American Tribe or Organization
❑Technology
❑Other
13.If Awarded,These Funds Will: (check only one)
❑Create New Service/Activity
®Enhance Existing Program
❑ Continue Existing Program •
Cl Technology
❑Other .
14. Type of Crime this Project Focuses On: (Approximate percent of effort committed to each type of crime.) .
• ®Intimate Partner Violence: 70% ®Sexual Assault: 25% ® Stalking: 5%
15. Applicant certifies that during the development of this grant application victim services providers were
consulted with in order to ensure proposed activities and requests are designed to promote the safety,confidentiality
and economic independence of victims of intimate partner violence,sexual assault and staking.
® Yes ❑ No
16. Project Summary: (150 words or less)
This project will enhance the current efforts of the coordinated Community Response Team(CRT)in Douglas
County.Douglas County has the largest population in Nebraska. The project combines culturally specific services
to help victims stay safer and supports consistent action by law enforcement,prosecution and batterer intervention
programs to hold offenders accountable. The Memorandum of Commitment partners regularly meet as a CRT to
problem solve systemic issues,and as a Case Review Team to address victim safety,offender accountability and
assess lethality on a case-by-case basis. The CRT is implementing recommendations from an audit process by
Praxis International that concluded in April of 2015.
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17. Allocation Summary Chart(Refer to Application Instructions for example.)
• Report on requested federal funds only. Note: 100%of federal funds requested must be allocated. If indirect costs are included in the project's
federal request then these amounts must be reflected in the allocations below.
• It is recommended that the Allocation Summary Chart be the final step in completing the application budget.
o • Total federal funds reported on the Allocation Summary Chart and the federal funds request on the Budget Summary must match.
G • The Allocation Summary Chart is the sum totals from each of the budget category charts. .
• Do not include Match.
Indicate,in the columns below,OF the total
Allocation Summary Chart requested funds in each STOP category how
Add rows as needed for additional partner agencies. much(if any)will be dedicated to meaningful
SA services and/or Prevention&Education.
Total Federal Funds Sexual Assault Prevention&
STOP Category Name of Agency or Partner Agency Requested by Category Services Education
Law Enforcement Omaha Police Department—Salary $ 88,619
b Omaha Police Department—Training $ 6,590
0.
Total Law Enforcement $95,209
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C Prosecution Douglas County Attorney's Office $109,442 $16,416
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"N• ` Total Prosecution $109,442 $16,416-
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<• ° Victim Services Women's Center for Advancement $ 44,742 $10,169
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a Total Victim Services $44,742 $10,169
b Z. Culturally Specific
n • " Services
Fi Total Culturally Specific Services
CRT Coordination $ 8,000
(Discretionary)
BIP Services
(Discretionary)
Total Discretionary $ 8,000
TOTAL REQUEST $257,393 $26,585
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BUDGET SUMMARY
Category Requested Federal Match Share .Total Project
Amount
A.Personnel $ 88,619 $ 30,000 $118,619
B.Consultants/Contracts $160,774 $ 57,216 $217,990
•
C.Travel
D. Supplies/Operating Expenses
E.Equipment
F.Other Costs
G.Indirect Costs $ 8,000 $ 0 $ 8,000
TOTAL AMOUNT $257,393 $87,216 $344,609
%Contribution 75% 25% 100%
CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify the information in this application is accurate and,as the authorized
official for the project,hereby agree to comply with all provisions of the grant program and all other
applicable state and federal laws.
Name of Authorized Official: •
Jean Stothert
Title:
Mayor,City of Omaha
Address:
• 1819 Farnam Street,Suite 300
City,State,Zip:
Omaha,NE 68183
Telephone:
(402)444-5000
Signature:
Date:
January 8,2018
NOTE:The authorized official is the Mayor,County Board or City Council Chair or the Board Chair of a Private Non-
profit Agency.
Proposed Project Period(month/day/year): From:July 1,2018 To:June 30,2019
***Applicants with a project period extending beyond June 30,2018 and approved for an award will be subject to
additional Special Conditions.***
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CATEGORY A—PERSONNEL
z.
• Exempt/Non-exempt—position exempt from earning over-time/comp time or not? • 2017 Current Salary—Current annual(can be FY 2017)pay for the position.
• New or Existing—position new within the agency(not project)or an existing position. • 2018 Salary—Annual pay for the position in the coming year(can be FY 2018).
• %Time Devoted—Portion of time dedicated to the work of the project. • Match—match provided through volunteer hours must be a separate line •
• Hours Per Week—total hours worked per week. item/position.
Omaha Police TOTAL
Title/Position Department DV COSTS
Sergeant
New/Existing E
1
F-Time/P-Time F
Exempt/Non-exempt N
d
Hrs.Per Week 40
00
5 %of Time Devoted 100%
Z o 2017 Current Salary $86,038 .
• • 2018 Salary $88,619
3 0 o Requested Salary $88,619 $88,619
• a d Salary Match $ 0 $ 0
• a Requested Fringe $ 0 $ 0
Z. Fringe Match $30,000 $30,000
TOTAL COSTS $118,619 _ $118,619
m G
3
Total Requested Total Match
Total Requested Salary Total Requested Fringe Total Requested Salary Total Requested Fringe
$88,619 $0 $0 $30,000
Personnel Allocation Chart: Complete on funds requested. Do not include Of the total requested funds for each category how much will be
. match. dedicated to SA services and/or Prevention&Education
Personnel: Total Requested by Category Sexual Assault Service Prevention&Education
LE $88,619
Prosecution
Victim Services
o Culturally Specific
W CRT Coordination(Discretionary)
BIP(Discretionary)
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CATEGORY A—PERSONNEL NARRATIVE:
Omaha Police Department(OPD)-$88,619
Domestic Violence Investigation Squad Sergeant
The City of Omaha is requesting$88,619 for the Omaha Police Department(OPD)Domestic Violence
Investigation Squad(DVIS)Sergeant,an existing full-time position funded by the Nebraska Crime Commission
FY 2016 Stop Violence Against Women Act(VAWA)Grant. The DVIS sergeant will devote 100 percent of
their time to this project. The annual salary was calculated by using an hourly rate of$42.61 and annual time
dedication of 2,080 hours.
OPD will match a portion of the total cost of the fringe benefits for the DVIS Sergeant from the City of
Omaha's General Fund. No federal funds will be used for match. The OPD DVIS Sergeant fringe benefit total
($49,283)was calculated based on$15,624 for health/accident insurance,$767 for dental insurance,$48 toward
life insurance,$2,627 for longevity,$1,285for Medicare(1.45 percent of salary),and$29,838 pension
contribution(33.67 percent of salary). The City will match S30,000 of the total fringe cost.
The OPD DVIS handles all domestic violence reports and investigations in the city of Omaha. The DVIS
consists of a Lieutenant Unit Commander,an administrative sergeant,and a unit sergeant who oversees seven
(7)officers,one(1)part-time retired officer,and one(1)clerical support. The DVIS unit is part of the Special
Victims Unit(SVU),and a partner with the Sexual Assault/Child Victim Unit(CVSA). A Bureau Lieutenant
commands both units,overseeing the frequent inter-unit communication necessary to address cases involving
overlapping issues,offenders,and victims.
The unit Sergeant and officers conduct follow-up investigations;apply for warrants for suspects;write and
conduct search warrants;plan and implement warrant operations to apprehend offenders with outstanding
domestic violence warrants; gather evidence sufficient to support the prosecution of offenders when the victim
is unable to do so; and interact with prosecution,probation,and the courts to hold offenders accountable. The
Sergeant and the officers review reports received by Adult Protective Services(APS),and coordinates support
with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in follow-up investigations into the legal aspects
of elderly abuse. The Sergeant and officers are responsible for reviewing reports when it is believed a crime has
occurred.Additionally,the Sergeant and officers will gather necessary evidence in the prosecution of offenders.
DVIS is a vital partner in the Douglas County Community Response Team(CRT)and plays an important role in
the CRT's efforts to reduce domestic violence. The Sergeant and officers of the OPD DVIS develop and
participate in training programs that coordinate with community partners to provide specialized training in the
area of Domestic Violence to new and current OPD officers. Officers with specialized trauma informed training
and experience in the investigative process of Domestic Violence teach new recruits and sworn members of the
Omaha Police Department on appropriate response and documentation of the Domestic Violence calls.
Amount Requested: $88,619
Match: $30,000
OPD Personnel Project Cost:$118,619
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)
A. Name of Consultant/Contractor: Type(check one):
•
❑Individual ['Organization
1. Purpose:
Rate #(hours, Amount Match Total Costs
miles,meals, Requested
nights,etc.)
2. Fees:
Preparation Fee
Presentation Fee
Travel Time Fees
Space/Room Fees
Other Fees: Specify
Consultant/Contractor Fees Subtotal
3. Travel Expenses:
Mileage .535
Air Fare. From: To:
Meals
Lodging
Other Costs:
Consultant/Contractor Travel Subtotal
B. Name of Subaward: Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)
1. Purpose: Supportive services to enhance the safety of victims of domestic violence,sexual assault,and
stalking;and in collaboration with the criminal justice system,provide services to hold offenders accountable.
2. Type of Agency(check one) Non-profit Gov.(i.d.City, Private Other
County,State)
X
3. Budget Categories: Amount Match Total Costs
Requested
Salary $33,896 $11,299 $45,195
Fringe $6,779 $ 0 $6,779_
Consultants/Contracts
Travel
Supplies/Operating
Equipment
Other Costs
Indirect Costs $4,067 $ 0 $4,067
Subaward Subtotal $44,742 $11,299 $56,041
CONSULTANT/CONTRACTOR/SUBAWARD TOTAL $44,742 $11,299 $56,041
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)cont.
Consultant/Contractor(Subaward)Allocation Chart: Of the total requested funds for each category
Complete on funds requested. Do not include match. how much will be dedicated to SA services
and/or Prevention&Education
Consultant/Contracts: Total Requested by Sexual Assault Prevention&Education
Category Service
LE
Prosecution
Victim Services $44,742 $10,169
Culturally Specific
CRT Coordination
(Discretionary).
• BIP(Discretionary
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CATEGORY B-CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(including Subawards)NARRATIVE:
Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)-$44,742
Client Attorneys
The City of Omaha is requesting$30,800 for towards the full-time salaries and fringe benefit contributions of
two(2)Client Attorneys at the Women's Center for Advancement(WCA).The WCA will provide a match of
$8,556.
The Women's Center for Advancement's(WCA)Client Attorneys provide pro bono legal representation and
immigration assistance to victims,and provides services to underserved Latina/Hispanic victims in their native
language.Many victims of domestic violence may need civil/immigration remedies in order to address safety
concerns.WCA Client Attorneys represent clients in matters including divorce;paternity and custody;domestic
abuse and harassment protection orders;protection order show cause hearings; contempt hearings;child support
matters;and modifications. Immigration matters are conducted according to the Board of Immigration Appeals
(BIA)accreditation standards. Clients with safety concerns are always prioritized for legal service provision.
WCA is the only DV/SA victim service agency in the state that has attorneys on staff to provide these legal
services.
0.20 FTE Client Attorney(0.15 FTE grant funded, 0.05 FTE WCA Funded)
The 0.20 FTE Client Attorney is existing,full-time position currently funded by the FY 2016 STOP Violence
Against Women's Act(VAWA)Grant and dedicates 20 percent of their time to STOP VAWA activities. The
current annual salary rate for the position is$62,000,with an anticipated four(4)percent increase for 2018 to
$64,480. Funding from FY 2017 STOP VAWA would allow the WCA to maintain this position.
VAWA funding will be used to enable the Client Attorney to dedicate 312 hours during the grant period to
perform grant funded VAWA activities. The requested salary amount is$9,672($64,480 x 0.15 FTE). This
equates to approximately 13 hours per bimonthly pay period.
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)will match the expanded salary at a rate of$3,224($64,480 x
0.05 FTE),representing 104 hours of match activity during the grant award period. This equates to
approximately 4.3 hours being tracked as match toward VAWA activities on the project every bimonthly pay
period.
The WCA fringe benefit calculation is 20 percent of salary.Therefore,the WCA is requesting
$1,934 in grant funding toward the employer portion of the Client Attorney's fringe benefit contribution($9,672
x 0.2). Fringe benefits include health,dental and vision insurance(calculated at 7.0%of salary);FICA and State
Unemployment Tax(SUTA)(8.0%of salary);life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability
(1.0%of salary);401k contributions(3.0%of salary);and worker's compensation insurance(1.0%of salary).
Total requested for salary and fringe benefits is$11,606.
Sixty percent of this salaried position is currently funded by the Victims of Crime Act(VOCA)Grant. The
remaining 20 percent of the 0.20 FTE Client Attorney's salary is provided by private donations. The Women's
Center for Advancement(WCA)will utilize contributions from private foundations and individual donors as the
source of salary matching funds to work on VAWA activities.Non-supplanting is assured because the agency
does not currently and will not have access to other State, local,or tribal funds needed to maintain this position
at a full-time status in the absence of VAWA funding.
0.30 FTE Client Attorney(0.225 FTE grant funded, 0.075 FTE WCA Funded)
The 0.30 FTE Client Attorney is an existing,full-time position currently funded by the FY 2016 STOP Violence
Against Women's Act(VAWA)Grant. Under the FY 2016 STOP VAWA Grant,the position dedicates 28.7
percent of their time to STOP VAWA activities. The current annual salary rate for the position is$68,355,with
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an anticipated four(4)percent increase for 2018 to$71,089. Funding from FY 2017 STOP VAWA would allow
the WCA to maintain this position.
VAWA funding will be used to enable the Client Attorney to dedicate 468 hours during the grant period to
perform grant funded VAWA activities. The requested salary amount is$15,995($71,089 x 0.225 FTE). This
equates to approximately 19.5 hours per bimonthly pay period.
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)will match the expanded salary at a rate of$5.332($71,089 x
0.075 FTE),representing 156 hours of match activity during the grant award period. This equates to
approximately 6.5 hours being tracked as match toward VAWA activities on the project every bimonthly pay
period.
The WCA fringe benefit calculation is 20 percent of salary.Therefore,the WCA is requesting
$3,199 in grant funding toward the employer portion of the 0.30 FTE Client Attorney's fringe benefit
contribution($15,995 x 0.2). Fringe benefits include health,dental and vision insurance(calculated at 7.0%of
salary);FICA and State Unemployment Tax(SUTA)(8.0%of salary);life insurance, long-term disability and
short-term disability(1.0%of salary);401k contributions(3.0%of salary);and worker's compensation
insurance(1.0%of salary). Total requested for salary and fringe benefits is$19,194.
Seventy percent of this full-time salaried position is currently funded by the Nebraska Commission on Public
Advocacy(NCPA). The remaining salary is provided by private donations. The Women's Center for
Advancement(WCA)will utilize contributions from private foundations and individual donors as the source of
matching funds to work on VAWA activities.Non-supplanting is assured because the agency does not currently
and will not have access to other State,local,or tribal funds needed to maintain this position at a full-time status
in the absence of VAWA funding.
Victim Advocate
The City of Omaha is requesting$9,875 towards the full-time salary and fringe benefits contributions for one
(1)Victim Advocate at the Women's Center for Advancement(WCA).The WCA will provide a match of
$2.743.
0.25 FTE Victim Advocate(0.1875 FTE grant funded, 0.0625 FTE WCA funded)
The 0.25 FTE Victim Advocate is an existing advocate position currently funded by the FY 2016 STOP VAWA
Grant and dedicates 25 percent of their time to STOP VAWA activities. The current rate of pay for the position
is$20.28/hour for an annual position cost of$42,182($20.28/hour x 2,080 hours),with an anticipated four(4)
percent increase for 2018 to$43,888($21.10/hour x 2,080 hours). Funding from FY 2017 STOP VAWA would
allow the WCA to maintain this position.
FY 2017 STOP VAWA funding will be used to enable the Victim Advocate to dedicate approximately 390
hours during the grant period to perform grant funded VAWA activities. The requested grant amount is
$8,229($43,888 x 0.1875 FTE). This equates to approximately 16.25 hours per bimonthly pay period.
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)will match the expanded salary at a rate of$2,743($43,888 x
0.0625 FTE),representing 130 hours of match activity during the grant award period. This equates to
approximately 5.42 hours being tracked as match toward VAWA activities on the project every bimonthly pay
period.
The WCA fringe benefit calculation is 20 percent of salary.Therefore,the WCA is requesting$1;646 in grant
funding toward the employer portion of the Client Attorney's fringe benefit contribution($8,229 x 0.2). Fringe
benefits include health,dental and vision insurance(calculated at 7.0%of salary);FICA and State
Unemployment Tax(SUTA)(8.0%of salary); life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability
(1.0%of salary);401k contributions(3.0%of salary);and worker's compensation insurance(1.0%of salary).
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Total requested for salary and fringe benefits is$9,8 . .
Fifty percent of this full-time hourly position is currently funded by the FY 2016 Improving Criminal Justice
Response(ICJR)grant. The remaining salary is provided by private donations. The Women's Center for
Advancement(WCA)will utilize contributions from private foundations and individual donors as the source of
matching funds to work on VAWA activities.Non-supplanting is assured because the agency does not currently
and will not have access to other State,local,or tribal funds needed to maintain this position at a full-time status
in the absence of VAWA funding.
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Indirect Cost
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)is requesting$4,067 for indirect costs.
WCA has never had a negotiated indirect cost rate(NICR)and therefore is eligible to elect,as set out at 2 C.F.R.
200.414(f)of the OMB Uniform Guidance,to use the de minimis indirect cost rate of ten(10)percent. WCA
elects to include the indirect cost rate of ten(10)percent,which has been calculated on the modified total direct
costs of this grant budget application. The total grant funds requested by the WCA for salary and fringe benefits
under the FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant is$40,675.
• Amount Requested: $44,742
Match: $11,299
WCA Project Cost: $56,041
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A. Name of Consultant/Contractor: Type(check one):
❑Individual Organization
1. Purpose:
Rate #(hours,miles, Amount Match Total Costs
meals,nights,etc.) Requested
2. Fees:
Preparation Fee
Presentation Fee
Travel Time Fees
Space/Room Fees
Other Fees: Specify
Consultant/Contractor Fees Subtotal
3. Travel Expenses:
Mileage .535
Air From: To:
Fare •
Meals
Lodging
Other Costs: •
Rental Car
Airport Parking
Consultant/Contractor Travel Subtotal
B. Name of Subaward: Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)
4. Purpose: Prosecution of domestic violence offenders in the Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)
5. Type of Agency Non-profit Gov.(i.d.City, Private Other
(check one) County,State)
X
6. Budget Categories: Amount Match Total Costs
Requested
Salary $109,442 $0 $109,442
Fringe $0 $45,917 $45,917
Consultants/Contracts
Travel
•
Supplies/Operating
Equipment
Other Costs
Indirect Costs
Subaward Subtotal • $109,442 $45,917 $155,359
CONSULTANT/CONTRACTOR/SUBAWARD TOTAL $109,442 $45,917 $155,359
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)cont.
Consultant/Contractor(Subaward)Allocation Chart: Of the total requested funds for each category
Complete on funds requested. Do not include match. how much will be dedicated to SA services
and/or Prevention&Education
Consultant/Contracts: Total Requested by Sexual Assault Prevention&Education
Category Service
LE
Prosecution $109,442 $16,416
Victim Services
Culturally Specific •
CRT Coordination
(Discretionary)
BIP(Discretionary
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CATEGORY B-CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(including Subawards)NARRATIVE:
Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)-$109,442
Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Liaison
The City of Omaha is requesting$57,217 for the Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)to fund the
Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Liaison. The DCAO will provide a match of$27,960 for fringe
benefits for a total position cost of$85,177.
The DVPU Liaison is an existing full-time salaried position funded by the FY 2016 STOP VAWA Grant at an
annual rate of$55,016. The Douglas County pay plan will include a four(4)percent pay increase in 2018. The
anticipated annual salary for the DVPU Liaison will therefore be$57,217($27.508/hour x 2,080 hours). The
DCAO is requesting funding for 100 percent of the DVPU Liaison's salary($57,217)under the FY 2017 STOP
VAWA Grant.
The DCAO will provide match in the amount of$27.960 for fringe benefit contributions on the DVPU Liaison
position. Fringe benefits include the employer portion of:health insurance$18,091 ($1,507.58/month x 12
months)and dental insurance$629($52.34/month x 12 months); Social Security$3,547(6.2%of salary);
Medicare$830(1.45%of salary);and Pension$4,863 (8.5%of salary). No Federal funds are used for the
match;all fringe benefit costs will come from the Douglas County Board Budget approval from the General
Fund. This is not a budget position.
The Douglas County Attorney's Office handles all domestic violence cases in Douglas County and the DVPU
devotes itself entirely to prosecuting these cases. Between January and November 2017,the DVPU reviewed
2,326 misdemeanor and 633 felony domestic violence reports submitted by seven(7)different law enforcement
agencies within the county.
The DVPU Liaison is an essential and necessary component of the DVPU and functioning with the Community
Response Team(CRT). The Liaison primarily aids in the communication between the prosecuting attorney and
law enforcement,victims,and victim advocacy groups. The liaison compiles new arrest reports and prepares
them for review by the prosecutors to make charging decisions. This task requires the DVPU Liaison to ensure
the defendant's criminal record,along with a complete set of available reports and photographs,are available to
the prosecutor to form a comprehensive picture for the charging decision. The DVPU Liaison contacts law
enforcement to coordinate requested follow-up investigation as requested by the prosecutor. The DVPU Liaison
collects,logs,and disseminates warrant requests submitted by law enforcement. In 2017,811 misdemeanor and
165 felony warrant requests were submitted for review by law enforcement.
The DVPU Liaison maintains continuous contact with victims in domestic violence cases. Following an arrest,
the DVPU Liaison contacts the victim to discuss the criminal case and the process. The DVPU Liaison calls
victims to inform them of the charges,the arraignment time,and to answer questions. Additionally,they inform
victims of available services, including counseling,protection orders and shelters;and assist underserved
populations by keeping informed of new and updated community resources available to these victims. Without
the requested funding,this position would be eliminated and victim services and advocacy would suffer.
The DVPU Liaison collects and maintains the statistical information on domestic violence cases,generating a
monthly statistical report submitted to the Douglas County Domestic Violence Community Responses Team
(CRT)Coordinator.
Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Misdemeanor Prosecutor
The Douglas County Attorney's Office is requesting$52,225 to partially fund the DVPU Misdemeanor
Prosecutor's salary. The DCAO will provide a match of$17,957 for a total position cost of$70,182.
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The Misdemeanor Prosecutor is an existing full-time salaried position funded by the FY 2016 STOP VAWA
Grant at an annual rate of$57,720($27.75/hour x 2,080 hours). The Douglas County pay plan includes a four
(4)percent pay increase in 2018. The anticipated annual salary for the Misdemeanor Prosecutor will therefore
be$60,029. The DCAO is requesting funding for 87 percent of the Misdemeanor Prosecutor's salary($52,225)
under the FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant.
The DCAO will provide match in the amount of$17.957 for the Misdemeanor Prosecutor employer fringe
benefit contributions. Fringe benefits include the employer portion of:health insurance$8,005 ($667.11/month
x 12 months)and dental insurance$258($21.51/month x 12 months); Social Security$3,722(6.2%of salary);
Medicare$870(1.45%of salary);and Pension$5,102(8.5%of salary). No Federal funds are used for the
match;all fringe benefit costs will come from the Douglas County Board Budget approval from the General
Fund. This is not a budget position.
The DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor is an essential and necessary component of the DVPU and functioning
with the Community Response Team(CRT). The DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor prosecutes misdemeanor
domestic violence cases,reviews arrests and arrest warrants daily,and makes charging decisions. The
Prosecutor reviews law enforcement reports involving multiple offenders and previous victims. The
Misdemeanor Prosecutor is in regular contact with victims providing updates on their case to ensure the victim
is informed,given proper referrals to community resources,and to walk the victim through the legal process.
The Misdemeanor Prosecutor vigorously prosecutes crimes of domestic violence and will use evidence-based
prosecution so the offender may still be held accountable despite the victim's refusal to testify or cooperate in
the investigation.Additionally,the DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor participates,along with the entire Domestic
Violence Unit,in monthly mock trial training for medical students to emphasize using evidence under the
medical treatment and diagnosis hearsay exception.
The Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Misdemeanor Prosecutor receives ongoing training in
domestic violence prosecution to recognize the dynamics of domestic violence. The DVPU Misdemeanor
Prosecutor prosecutes domestic violence related sexual assault,cases where there have been elements of
domestic assault and sexual assault as well as cases with elements of domestic violence sexual misconduct. The
Douglas County Attorney's Office is committed to the prosecution of domestic violence and sexual assault
cases,holding offenders accountable. The Douglas County Attorney's Office collaborates with community
partners to improve victim assistance and the prosecution of offenders.
All of Douglas County Attorney's Office FY 2017 STOP VAWA funds fall within the Prosecution category, 15
percent or$16,416 will be applied to designated sexual assault services.
Amount Requested: $109,442
Match: $ 45,917
DCAO Project Cost: $155,359
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)
A. Name of Consultant/Contractor: Type(check one):
National Institute of Crime Prevention ❑Individual ®Organization
1. Purpose: Two Day on-site training on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault for the Omaha Police
Department and project collaborators
Rate #(hours,miles,meals,'nights, Amount Match Total Costs
etc.) Requested
2. Fees: $500/per 2 Instructors x 2 Travel $2,000 $- $2,000
Instructor/per days
Day
Preparation Fee
Presentation Fee $600/per 2 Lecture Days x 2 $2,400 $- $2,400
Instructor/per . Instructors
Day
Travel Time Fees
Space/Room Fees
Other Fees: Specify
Consultant/Contractor Fees Subtotal $4,400 $4,400
3. Travel Expenses:
Milea e .535
Air From: To: $700/ Air Fare x 1 Instructor(2nd $700 $- $700
Fare Tampa Omaha flight Instructor is free)
Meals $50/day $50 x 4 days x 2 Instructors $400 $- $400
Lodging . $125/night $125 x 4 nights x 2 rooms $750 $- $750
Other Costs:
Rental Car . $300/car $300 x 1 car $300 $- $300
Airport Parking $10/day $10 x 4 days $40 $- $40
Consultant/Contractor Travel Subtotal $2,190 $- $2,190
B. Name of Subaward:
7. Purpose:
8. Type of Agency Non-profit Gov.(i.d.City,County,State) Private Other
(check one)
9. Budget Categories: Amount Match Total Costs
Requested
Salary
Fringe
Consultants/Contracts
Travel
Supplies/Operating •
Equipment
Other Costs
Indirect Costs
Subaward Subtotal
CONSULTANT/CONTRACTOR/SUBAWARD TOTAL $6,590 $- $6,590
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)cont.
Consultant/Contractor(Subaward)Allocation Chart: Of the total requested funds for each category
Complete on funds requested. Do not include match. how much will be dedicated to SA services
and/or Prevention&Education
Consultant/Contracts: Total Requested by Sexual Assault Prevention&Education
Category' Service
LE $6,590
Prosecution •
Victim Services
Culturally Specific
CRT Coordination
(Discretionary)
BIP(Discretionary
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•
•
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CATEGORY B-CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(including Subawards)NARRATIVE:
Omaha Police Department(OPD)
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Training Contractor
The City of Omaha is requesting$6,590 for the Omaha Police Department(OPD)to fund onsite training from
The National Institute of Crime Prevention(NICP).NICP would send two(2)instructors who are national
experts in Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault to provide a training that will be open to OPD Sworn Officers,
surrounding law enforcement agencies and all Douglas County Community Response Team(CRT)partners.
The National Institute of Crime Prevention(NICP)is a global training provider that specializes in Domestic
Violence and Sexual Assault Training.NICP will provide OPD and CRT partners a customized training that is
trauma informed,behaviorally and psychologically based.OPD officers,surrounding law enforcement agencies
and CRT partners will be trained on the latest topic materials concerning;Drug and Alcohol Facilitated Sexual
Assault;Preventing Child Sexual Assault;Experiential Trauma Interviewing of Domestic Violence Suspects and
Victims;The Effects of Childhood Trauma in Later Years;The Psychology of Domestic Violence;Bystander
Intervention;Developing Coordinated Community Programs to Combat Domestic Violence;and Ways to
Reduce Domestic Violence in Law Enforcement and Military Families.
Funding NICP to facilitate an onsite training is efficient,convenient,and cost effective way to more Douglas
County CRT partners in attendance.Training will be hosted at the Omaha Public Safety and Training Center
located at 11616 Rainwood Rd in Omaha by OPD. The cost of the training was provided through a quote given
by NICP on December 15,2017.
Amount Requested: $6,590
Match: $0
OPD Project Cost: $6,590
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• 1. Attach agreement.
Federally Approved Rate % Total Amount Applicant Match Total
Indirect Cost Rate Requested
43.61 $8,000 $0 $8,000
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2. 10%De Minimis-Attach copy of the agency's written allocation policy for these costs and
certification letter.
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Direct Costs:
Budget Category Amount Requested Comments/Narrative
Personnel
Consultants/Contracts
Travel
Supplies/Operating
Equipment
Other
Total Direct Costs
Modified Indirect Cost Rate:
Total Direct Costs
Total Direct Costs minus amount(s)
over$25,000 for each subaward
and/or contract/consultant
10%of Total Direct Costs 0 Modified Indirect Cost Rate
Requested Direct Amount
Requested Indirect Amount
Total Federal Request
Indirect Costs Allocation Chart: Complete on funds Of the total requested funds for each category how
requested. Do not include match. much will be dedicated to SA services and/or
Prevention&Education
Other Costs: Total Requested by Sexual Assault Service Prevention&Education
Category
LE
Prosecution •
Victim Services
Culturally Specific
CRT Coordination $8,000
BIP
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CATEGORY G—INDIRECT COSTS NARRATIVE:
The City of Omaha is requesting$8,000 for indirect costs of administering the FY 2017 STOP Violence Against
Women Act(VAWA)Grant. The City of Omaha's currently approved indirect cost rate is 43.61
percent. However,the City will use a reduced percentage to ensure the maximum amount of funding goes to
direct programming and operational activities.
HUD is the City of Omaha's cognizant Federal Agency. Currently the City of Omaha has an approved indirect
cost rate of 43.61 percent for the year ended December 31,2016. This rate is reassessed annually by an
independent contractor based on the audited statements for the current fiscal year,and approved by
HUD. Please see HUD's attached letter.
The City of Omaha will use the modified total direct cost base to determine the amount of indirect eligible to be
drawn down on a quarterly basis. During the FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant,the City will be eligible to charge
indirect costs on a modified total direct cost base of$138,619 at the applicable approved indirect cost rate.
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Sustainability(Limit 3 pages)
1. What is the main purpose of our agency and its mission statement?
The mission of the City of Omaha is to provide quality service,and leadership that maximizes resources and
responds to the community's present and future needs.An important aspect of the city is the services provided
to the community through various departments in collaboration other state and non-profits organizations.
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2. How long has the agency been in operations,how many employees/volunteers versus FTEs,what is the
total amount of the operating budget?
The City of Omaha was founded on July 1, 1854.Omaha is currently the largest city in the state of Nebraska and
the 42nd largest city in the United States.The City of Omaha operates on a Mayor-Council form of government.
The 2018 budget reflects 2,869 employees with an operating budget of$387,043,029.
3. What is the organizational structure and scope of operations?
The City of Omaha and partners have been collaborating and coordinating to provide comprehensive services to
victims of domestic violence,ensure victim safety,and hold offenders accountable since 1995.
The Douglas County Community Response Team(CRT)meets monthly to increase the effectiveness of the
community's response to domestic violence and sexual assault,and improve the processes by which cases are
addressed by the entire system.
CRT members include:
• Catholic Charities,The Shelter
• CHI Health
• Clerk of the District Court Protection Order Department
• Creighton University Legal Clinic
• Douglas County Attorney's Office
• Douglas County Sheriff's Office
• Justice for Our Neighbors Nebraska
• Methodist Hospital Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner(SANE)Program
• Nebraska Probation District 4A
• Nebraska Medicine
• Omaha Police Department
• Ponca Tribe of Nebraska
• Project Harmony
• United States Attorney's Office
• Women's Center for Advancement
4. List any agency accreditations,licenses,and/or associations. •
Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)
The WCA is a member of the Non-profit Association of the Midlands and is a Best Practices Partner.In
addition,the WCA is a member of the Nebraska Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence.WCA
participates in,Omaha 360,Men Against Domestic Violence Action Coalition(MADVAC),Omaha's 1184
Team,the state-wide Human Trafficking Task Force,and the Nebraska Immigration Legal Assistance Hotline
group.Finally,the WCA has staff with full accreditation from the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Omaha Police Department(OPD)
OPD is an accredited agency certified by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies
(CALEA). In 2016,OPD received the CALEA Meritorious Award recognizing the department for having been
accredited for 15 or more continuous years. In 2017,OPD's Forensic Investigations Section received ISO
17020 certification from the American National Standards Institute—American Society for Quality National
Accreditation Board certifying OPD's Forensic Investigations Unit follows best practices in documenting crime
scenes and in the handling of evidence for court.
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5.Identify at least three specific activities accomplished in the agency's most recently completed 12 month
budget period.
Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)
• Beginning August 2017,the WCA legal team started using an Urgent Care model with the hope that this
model would enable the staff to serve more clients. The WCA receives more requests for legal services than
can be met,and the number has grown substantially over the past few years.The Urgent Care model is
based on a shift from full representation,to limited scope and clinic based representation for a larger number
of clients. Clients who require full representation are either represented by a WCA attorney or referred to a
partner in the community for ongoing representation.The first legal clinic was offered in August 2017 and
are now offered regularly.The legal team has increased the number of cases they are able to accept through
this model,as well as decrease the number of cases they must reject for capacity reasons.
• WCA staff met with the Community Mental Health Center(CMHC)Detox to set up a collaborative protocol
in which they contact the WCA if they have a client in need of domestic violence or sexual assault services.
• The WCA will send an advocate to the facility.The advocate will then make a plan with the client for future
contact.
• Self-sufficiency and advocacy staff continue to partner with Community Alliance's(CA)street outreach
team. WCA staff participate once a week in outreach with CA's team to visit homeless camps,checking
parked cars,under bridges,and parks. WCA staff provide 911 phones,give WCA information and referrals
to families who are homeless due to domestic violence.
• The Women's Center for Advancement's Healing Warriors program is a military and veteran service
program focusing on physical and mental safety,career assistance,financial education,legal services,
specialized case management,counseling,advocacy,and various support groups.Participants of the
program have experienced military sexual trauma(MST),domestic violence,or sexual assault. The Healing
Warriors therapy team recently began offering a Beyond Trauma group in the Douglas County Correctional
Center.The group help individuals work through trauma they have experienced.The WCA has obtained jail
passes so staff may work with clients and hold groups.
• WCA staff have started a Diversity and lnclusivity Committee to be sure that WCA services,materials,
facilities and our web-based presence are welcoming to a diverse range of survivors. Every survivor has
different needs;so careful planning is done to ensure clients feel comfortable accessing WCA services.
Omaha Police Department(OPD)
OPD's Domestic Violence(DV)Squad spent the last 12 months working to improve the services provided to
victims of Domestic Violence. The DV Sergeant spent time giving presentations to the community and
underserved populations. One area of need was educating college students. The DV Sergeant arranged,
assisted,and performed presentations to local college students at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and the
Iowa Western Community College.
In June 2017,OPD moved the Domestic Violence Unit from its downtown location to Project Harmony(west
Omaha). As a result,the Unit now offers more timely services to victims of domestic violence. The DV Squad
was able to attend very valuable training during the last 12 months. In May 2017,officers from the DV Squad
attended the 12'h Annual Conference on Crimes against Women where they learned best practices and victim
centered policing,real-life tools and strategies to share with peers investigating crimes against women,sexual
assault,domestic violence campus safety,and elder abuse.
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In June 2017,one(1)DV Sergeant and one(1)DV officer attended the Advanced Domestic and Sexual Violence
Training in Las Vegas,Nevada. Officers received new behaviorally and psychologically based advanced
domestic violence. Training information and outcomes were shared with the DV Squad.
The DV Sergeant and one(1)unit employee attended Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Sign Language training. Training taught participants general Sign Language skills,and,educated participants
on the communities preferred methods of communication and interaction with Law Enforcement.
Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)
The grant funded attorney prosecutes all cases of domestic violence(DV)related stalking in the domestic
violence unit. The grant-funded attorney continued to charge,and successfully prosecute more stalking cases in
2017. In particular,there has been an increase in the success of prosecution of social media and technological
related cases due to training and education of law enforcement on what is needed to prove these cases.
6. Contingency plan should project not receive funding.
The City of Omaha would consider the following options if the Douglas County Community Response Team
(CRT)project did not received funding: •
• CRT agency leaders would need to go back and review their own budgets to find any additional funds that
could act as stop-gap funding to temporarily sustain the program until alternative funding sources could be
secured.
• The City of Omaha would seek local and national philanthropic foundations with domestic violence,
women,marginalized or underserved populations as a priory population,to provide bridge funding to CRT
agencies until other permanent funds could be secured.
• It is unlikely that all positions and activities could be maintained without this funding.Budget cuts and
elimination of positions would likely be required.
Supplemental Funding Chart(complete for the agency's most recently completed 12-month budget period
according to instructions):
Budget Period: From: 2017 To: 2018
Funding Source Amount Received
STOP VAWA $233,195(07/01/2017—06/30/2018)
OTHER FEDERAL(list below)
OVW Improving Criminal Justice Responses Grant Program $750,000(10/01/2016-09/30/2019)
(Award#2016-WE-AX-0041)
STATE(list below)
LOCAL(list below)
OTHER(list below)
1. Does the applicant or lead agency expect any significant decreases and/or increases from prior year's(the year
identified in the chart above)funding? If yes,note funding source and reasons for the expected change.
The City of Omaha was awarded the OVW Improving Criminal Justice Response Grant of$750,000 in 2016,
which is an increase of$100,000 over the FY 2013 OVW ARREST Grant Award.The City does not expect any
significant decrease or increases from prior year's funding.
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Community Description(Limit 3 pages)
1. Provide description of the community(s)where the project and/or Community Response Team operate.
Include unique identifiers and relevant community factors(i.e.,geographic,economic,etc.).
Douglas County is located on the eastern part of the state of Nebraska and bordered entirely on the east by the
Missouri River. Douglas County is the most heavily populated county in the state and represents 29 percent of
the total state population. With a population of over 543,000 Douglas County is home to the cities of Omaha, .
Ralston,Valley,Waterloo,Bennington,and Boys Town.The eight-county Metropolitan Statistical Area has a
population of approximately 924,129. While these citizens may reside in the bordering counties of Sarpy and
Cass County,Nebraska and Pottawatomie,Washington,or Mills County,Iowa,many of these individuals work,
attend school,visit or travel through Douglas County daily. The Douglas County population is diverse; 81.9
percent of residents are white, 12.7 percent African American,4 percent Asian,and 12 percent Hispanic or
Latino.
2. Complete each table below for the community described in#1.
Table A:
Total# Total#Employees Total#Employees
Agency Type Employees Currently Paid with VAWA Requested to be Paid with
PT FT Funds(specify FT or PT) VAWA funds(specify FT or
PT)
Police(Sworn Officers) 36 865 1 Full-Time 1 Full-Time
Sheriff(Sworn Deputies) - - - -
County Attorney:
Prosecutors - 63 1 Full-Time 1 Full-Time
Paralegals - 34
Support Staff - 13 1 Full-Time 1 Full-Time
DV/SA Program 48 3 3 Full-Time 3 Full-Time
Victim/Witness Unit •
- - - -
Independent CRT Agency— - 11 -
Women's Fund of Omaha
Probation: Officers - - - -
Table B: http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/isf/pages/index.xhtml(link to search for following
information)
Race Number %of Total Population
White 445,071 81.9%
Black/African American 68,965 12.7%
American Indian/Alaska Native 7,343 1.4%
Asian 21,477 4.0%
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander 1,020 0.2%
Other 16,436 3.0%
Total Population 543,253 100%
Hispanic or Latino
Total Population 543,253 100%
Hispanic or Latino 65,203 12.0%
Not Hispanic or Latino 478,050 88.0%
List the counties included in above table: Douglas County
Source(s)of Data: ACS Demographic and Housing Estimates 2012-2016 American Community Survey 5-Year
Estimates,https://factfinder.census.gov/faces/tableservices/jsf/pages/productview.xhtml?src=CF
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Table C:Victim populations that are underserved in regards to the criminal justice system. Correlate the
services currently provided and those needed with the specific population identified.
*Underserved Estimated
Services Currently Provided Services Needed
Victims #to be
Served
African • All WCA services Assistance to draw in more African
American • The WCA also engages in cultural American clientele for services 750
outreach activities
Elderly(60+) • All WCA services Training 120
Hispanic • All WCA services Assistance to draw in more Hispanic
• The WCA also engages in cultural clientele for services
outreach activities
• The Douglas County Attorney's 550
Office employs a Spanish
speaking liaison and Spanish
speaking victim advocate
Military • All WCA services Additional resources for staff time to 220
• Healing Warriors program do outreach
LEP • All WCA services Training,support groups for this
• The WCA can provide translators population 320
if needed
Refugees/Immigr • All WCA services Training
ants • The WCA also engages in cultural 300
outreach activities and provides
legal services(immigration)
Disabilities • All WCA services Training on how to support victims
• The WCA has been doing work in who have a legal guardian 700
this area through the OVW
Disability grant
LGBTQ • All WCA services Help identifying a support group
•
• Prism support group for model 60
individuals who are LGBTQ
•
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Problem Statement(Limit 5 pages)
1. Describe the Problem
The problem addressed by this project is domestic violence,sexual assault,and stalking in Douglas County.
Specifically,this project enhances the current work of the Douglas County Domestic Violence Community
Response Team(CRT)and Douglas County Sexual Assault Response Team(SART). The project ensures best
practices are in place to help victims stay safe,and hold offenders accountable.The CRT has adopted Praxis
International's Community Safety Assessment(CSA). The effort began in October 2013 and final
recommendations were approved by agency heads in April 2015. Implementation of the majority of these
recommendations is complete and a second phase CSA is scheduled to begin in 2018.
2. Provide Statistical Documentation of the Problem
Intimate Partner Violence(IPV), sexual violence(SV),and stalking are some of the most serious public health
problems facing the City of Omaha and Douglas County.Victims of violence suffer both the immediate effects
and long-term physical,psychological,and social consequences. The private nature of these public health issues
makes them particularly difficult to monitor,evaluate,and address.The need is especially acute because IPV,
SV,and stalking can create a ripple effect of negative health consequences beyond the immediate injury.The
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC)reports our country has only begun to understand the
cumulative health and social costs of these challenges.Conservative estimates for lost productivity,direct
medical care,ongoing health care,and lost earnings by IPV,SV,and stalking victims,are in the billions of
dollars.
To better describe the magnitude,and help address these issues,the CDC designed the National Intimate Partner
and Sexual Violence Survey(see Table D below).It estimated the following prevalence rates in the United
States in 2010:
Table D: 2010 Prevalence Roles of Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Violence in the United States
(Source: CDC NISVS)
Women Men
Experienced rape,physical violence,and/or 1 in 3 (35.6%) 1 in 4(28.5%)
stalking by intimate partner in their lifetime
Victim of severe physical violence by
intimate partner in lifetime 1 in 4(24.3%) 1 in 7(13.8%)
Experienced some form of IPV before age
25. 70% 53%
Experienced stalking during lifetime,very
fearful or believed that they or someone 1 in 6(16.2%) 1 in 19(5.2%)
• close would be harmed or killed
Victim of rape over lifetime 1 in 7(14.6%)Hispanic 1 in 59(1.7%)
1 in 5(18.8%)Black or white white,non-Hispanic
1 in 4(26.9%)Native
American
Victim of sexual violence other than rape 1 in 2(46.9%)White 1 in 5(22.2%)
1 in 3(38.2%)Black White,non-Hispanic
1 in 6(13.6%)Hispanic 1 in 4 Black(24.4)&
Hispanic(26.6%)
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Although the frequency of abuse in the Latina population is consistent with the frequency in the general
population,Latina victims of domestic violence or sexual assault are significantly less likely to access advocacy
services(ALIANZA 2010;Encuentro Latino,2010). According to service providers in African American,
Latina and culturally specific communities in Douglas County, many victims will only seek assistance from
providers in their individual communities. Immigration status, language barriers,cultural norms,and .
understanding contribute to diminished and unequal access to resources.
Table E compares the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey(NISVS)Lifetime Prevalence of
Rape,Physical Violence,and/or Stalking by location and gender.The prevalence rate in Nebraska is higher than .
either Iowa or Kansas,and above the average U.S.rate for women.
Table E• 2010 Lifetime Prevalence of Rape,Physical Violence,and/or Stalking by an Intimate Partner
by State(Source: CDC NISVS)
Women Men'
(95% C.I.) (95%C.I.)
Estimated Estimated
Weigh (95% rounded to Weighted (95% rounded to
State Number of Number of
ted % C.I.). Victims' nearest % C.I.) Victims2 nearest
1,000 1,000
' United 35.6 (34.1- 42,420,000 (40,310,000- 28 5 (27.0- 32,280,000 (30 310,000-
States Total 37.1) 44,529,000) 30.1) 34,251,000)
Nebraska 38.5 (30.3- 263,000 (197,000- 26.1 (18.8- 172,000 (118,000-
47.4) 330,000) 35.0) 227,000)
Iowa 31.3 (23.8- 368,000 (254,000- 19.6 (13.5- 219,000 (140,000-
40.0) 482,000) 27.5) 298,000)
Kansas 29 (20.3- 312 000 (187,000- 23 (14.0- 239,000 (109,000-
39.6) 437,000) 35.5) 370,000)
'Most of the violence reported by men was physical violence;2.1%of men,overall,experienced stalking by an intimate partner. 2 Rounded
to the nearest thousand. .
Perpetrators use violence as a strategy to gain,or maintain power and control over their victim. Lundy Bancroft,
author of Why Does He Do That,has a cost-benefit theory that abuse rewards the perpetrator in ways other than,
or in addition to,simply exercising power over their target.In support of his argument,Bancroft cites evidence
that in most cases abusers are quite capable of exercising control over themselves,but choose not to do so for
various reasons. This is supported by Duluth Domestic Abuse Intervention Project's Power and Control model
and subsequent Power and Control Wheel.
The National Institute of Justice Special Report:Practical Implications of Current Domestic Violence Research
for Law Enforcement,Prosecutors and Judges(2009)states that the number of men killed by an intimate partner
has dropped by almost three-quarters since 1976.In contrast the number of women killed has only dropped by a
quarter(p.3). Douglas County numbers track similarly. The Women's Fund of Omaha has kept track of
intimate partner homicides since 1997,and trends reflect a similar pattern. Intimate Partner homicides spiked in
2002 with eight(8),and has undergone a downward trend ever since.In 2004 only(1)homicide was reported;
there were none in 2005;four(4) in both 2006 and 2007;and between one(1)and three(3)between 2008 and
present time.
• As illustrated below,between 2015 and 20178 there was a 41 percent increase in the number of arrests and
over a 70 percent increase in the number of cases charged. This is largely attributed to a four-hour domestic
violence in-service training provided to almost 1,000 law enforcement officers in Douglas County in
2016. This increase in both arrests and cases greatly taxes current staffing levels in the Omaha Police
Department and Douglas County Attorney's Office.
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• The number of calls from Law Enforcement(LE)agencies to advocates immediately after arrest continues
to be low and represent all victims that were served as a result of calls. A pilot project to address issues with
the referral process between Omaha Police Department(OPD)and the Women's Center for Advancement
(WCA)is planned for early 2017. The intent is to identify what is preventing cases from being referred
immediately after an arrest and lead to an increase in cases for future years.
• Referrals from law enforcement have increased significantly,largely due to the Domestic Violence
Investigators referring multiple victims daily to the WCA. The WCA started receiving electronic copies of
incident reports in 2016,allowing them to receive the case information within 24 to 48 hours immediately
after the incident. An attempt is made to contact every victim from those reports. The increase in referrals
has significantly taxed advocacy resources,such as open crisis lines,manpower of advocates,and funds to
assist the needs of all victims.
• Batterer Intervention Program(BIP)numbers presented need to be reviewed further and efforts are
underway to collect more accurate data from all local BIP providers in future years.
•
•
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Statistical Documentation of the Problem
Intimate Partner Violence(IPV) Sexual Stalking
Assault
%of
2015 2016 2017 change 2017 2017
from 2015
TOTALS to 2017
•d #of related calls to LE 17,867 17,637 17,333 -3% 476 60
W E #of related arrest 1,727 2,273 2,433 41% 168 39
"1 o Of related arrests#of custodial arrests 1,297 1,694 1,668 29% 67 22
W #of children present during IPV incident NT NT NT NT NT NT
E #Filed 2,176 2,146 1,976 -9%
• a
6 Q #Granted 1,386 1,356 1,212 -12%
o: a #of Offenders Violating Orders 250 285 263 5%
v y Total#Filed 1,106 1,416 1,568 42%
E 0 Total#Granted 589 796 868 47%
I.• p
x Total ft of Offenders Violating Orders
#of cases reviewed 1,727 2,272 2,908 68% 163 55
#of cases charged 1,525 1,996 2,626 72% 158 48
#of cases found guilty 967 1,839 1,074 11% 74 21
C
• #of cases where charges dismissed 536 583 496 -7% 21 20
y #of cases found not guilty 5 3 5 0% 0 0
o
4:, #of cases pending 16 157 1,051 6,469% 72 13
#of cases using evidence based NT NT NT NT NT NT
prosecution
#of cases of requested restitution NT NT NT NT NT NT
#of cases of granted restitution 44 44 60 36% NT NT
#of victims referred by law enforcement 1727 2272 2908 68% 476 60
u #of victims referred by law enforcement F/P 64 F/P 88 F/P 757 1,083%
v and provided advocacy WITHIN 24
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F/P 37 F/P 43 F/P 403 989%
#of victims referred by law enforcement
and provided advocacy AFTER 24 hours
> - #of victims/survivors served 2294 2584 2432 6% 526 209
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F=face-to-face contact. P=contact by phone.
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Foot Notes:NT=Not tracked or not available. Boxes that are greyed-out are either not tracked or does not
apply,such as Intimate Partner Violence specific data is greyed out in the Sexual Assault/Stalking columns.
*Data is only available for January through September 2017,the number of offenders violating protection orders
will be higher in 2016 if updated later and the percent change would likely not drop.
1. Law Enforcement numbers of arrests are county wide for Douglas County.For Intimate Partner Violence,
an estimate was used for Quarter 4 2017 based on the January 2017 through September 2017 numbers
provided from Douglas Omaha Technology Commission(DOTComm). For Sexual Assault and Stalking,
an estimate was used for December 2017 based on January through November 2017 data provided by
DOTComm.The arrests do not include arrests solely for violation of probation because they are not
reviewed by prosecution and handled through court the same as a new arrest would be. These arrests tie
back to the original incident that had a previous arrest for a domestic violence(DV)related crime.
2. Protection Order(PO)data is presented only in the Intimate Partner Violence(IPV)columns.Amestimate
was used for the entire year based on January through June 2017 data provided by Nebraska State Court
Administration.It is unknown how many involve sexual assault(SA)or Stalking. The Sexual Assault
Protection Order went into effect in September 2017,and programming has not been updated yet to gather
data on this measure. Sexual Assault protection order data be available in 2018. The number of offenders
charged with violating POs are listed under PO,not under harassment order. It is not known which
violations are domestic abuse or harassment orders. The Total Granted represents the number of Ex-Parte
granted after filing,not final dispositions.
3. Prosecution section is county wide data for Douglas County.An estimate of intimate partner violence was
used for Q4 2017 based on January through September 2017 data provided from DOTComm. For Sexual
Assault and Stalking,an estimate was used for December 2017 based on January through November 2017
numbers provided by DOTComm. The data is presented for cases that were reviewed in 2017 and what has
happened to those cases. Data does not reflect dispositions on cases that were reviewed prior to 2017. The
number of cases pending is greyed out because as the years go on more cases reach disposition and
comparing 2015 to 2017 on cases pending would have no meaning at this time.
4. The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)cannot report the Advocacy section exactly as requested in
this table. Please see below:
Victims referred by law enforcement: 100 percent of victims are referred by law enforcement,through
hotline calls,by providing the victim an information card with WCA hotline and website and through
incident reports received electronically typically within 24 hours.
Victims provided advocacy: The WCA does receive some calls from law enforcement at the time an
incident occurs, but only a small percentage. The numbers used in these sections represent the number of
victims provided advocacy from the police hotline calls and the victimization is not always known so they
are reported in the intimate partner violence areas only. The WCA worked with OPD in 2016 to create a
method to receive electronic police reports for DV and SA. Starting in 2017,WCA began to get reports
electronically approximately one(1)to two(2)days after an incident occurs. All victims from police
reports are provided attempted outreach by a WCA advocate.
5. Batter Intervention Programs(BIP)data of offenders enrolled represents all BIP attendees in 2017
regardless of their program start date(as requested by the Federal Aid Administrator).It includes anyone
who attended BIP any time in 2017.The completing and terminated indicates anyone who completed or
terminated regardless of start date. This includes WCA BIP data only.
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Solution(Limit 4 pages)
1. Current Efforts
Overview of Community Response Efforts
The Women's Fund of Omaha(WFO)facilitates activities of the Douglas County Domestic Violence
Community Response Team(CRT)and the Sexual Assault Response Team(SART). During 2017,these teams
conducted policy reviews for sitting agencies on their domestic violence and sexual assault response. Updates
were recommended based on national best practices. The team created standardized protocols for Douglas
County law enforcement and prosecution,for the three(3)hospital systems in Douglas County and for advocacy
services,including Women's Center for Advancement,Victim Witness and campus based advocates.
Recommendations from the Community Safety Assessment are approximately 80 percent implemented. The
remaining recommendations are much larger projects that will take multiple years to implement and have been
incorporated into the 2016-2018 CRT plan.
Both CRT and SART agencies have seen an increase in domestic violence and sexual assault cases where
trafficking is also present.Discussions have begun on how to merge the community response to all three(3)
issues both within the CRT and SART and in the WFO. A large domestic violence data project was completed
in spring 2017 to provide more accurate system response data. This project will continue in 2018 to provide the
same level of data for sexual assault,stalking and sex trafficking.
The high volume of cases in Douglas County does not allow for the level of needed resources to be devoted to
each case.The Domestic Violence High Risk Case Review Team meets weekly and reviews cases with high
indicators of lethality that are in need of immediate resources. Cases are brought back to the team after 30 to 60
days to determine if the threat to lethality has lessened and if additional resources are needed. The team has
started reviewing sex trafficking cases that overlap with domestic violence.
Training
The City of Omaha and Women's Fund of Omaha hosted a two-day training with Russell Strand in December
2017. Approximately 75 attendees learned how trauma affects the brain and how to work with victims.The
Russell Strand training was the second phase of creating a foundation for a trauma informed community
response and comes after a domestic violence in-service training where over 1,000 professionals from
responding agencies were trained.
Plans are underway for a subsequent three-day training to build on the December 2017 training by Russell
Strand,and will provide certification in trauma focused or Forensic Experiential Trauma Interviews(FETI).
The target audience for this subsequent training is primarily investigators,prosecutors,Title IX Coordinators
and Health and Human Services Child Protection and Safety Workers. The certification ensures sustainability
as local participants will now be able to train their agencies on FETI.
The Douglas County Attorney's Office(DVAO)prosecution rate for 2016 was over 88 percent(number of
cases charged compared to number of cases reviewed). This exceeds the National Institute of Justice Special
Report(2009)national prosecution rate of 63.8 percent.Additionally,92 percent of cases were found guilty of
the original or related crime.The felony prosecutor reported that approximately 50 percent of cases are pursued
without the cooperation of the victim.
The Omaha Police Department(OPD)continued to prioritize mitigating high caseloads by adding two(2)DV
Investigators in spring,2017. The hiring of an additional 'C' Shift Officer to work in the evenings has begun.
OPD made significant leadership changes in the Sexual Assault Unit,to create a more trauma informed'
environment.OPD Investigations Deputy Chief worked with the Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)
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and the Women's Fund of Omaha(WFO)to ensure sexual assault investigations are being done in accordance
with national best practices.Additionally,a working group of state and local agencies created a five-year plan
for testing untested sexual assault kits in Douglas County which will be funded through a separate project.
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)conducted a three-week pilot project with the Omaha Police
Department to track and review incoming hotline referrals and assess for breakdowns. Changes have been made
to hotline procedures and will continue to be assessed moving forward. In 2017,a new MOU with the OPD
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provided a process for the WCA to automatically receive incident reports immediately.This enhances
information sharing and ensures attempts to contact the victim occur more quickly.
The WCA has continued to assess its Legal Division for opportunities to increase the number of victims served.
In 2017,the Legal Division started holding regular open legal clinics to provide legal advice to victims
representing themselves pro-se after finding that a greater number.of individuals could be served this way than
by appointment only.The demand for WCA legal services is significant. This will continue to be assessed in
order to serve as many victims as possible.
2. Project Operations
Coordination: The Women's Fund of Omaha(WFO)serves as the coordinator of the Douglas County
Community Response Team(CRT)and the Sexual Assault Response Team(SART).The CRT Coordinator
ensures active participation of all team partners,and facilitates the work of the CRT,SART and working
groups.
WFO provides funding to support all team coordination activities in addition to data gathering and
management needed for both grant reporting,and system improvements. A two-year domestic violence data
project was completed in 2017 to provide a consistent and in-depth data assessment of Douglas County
criminal justice agencies. A stand-alone data system,with online dashboard,will be completed by spring,
2018. The sexual assault and stalking components on this project will continue into 2018,as well as the
addition of data from other agencies.The WFO is providing funding for an outside Data Coordinator to
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manage this project.
The Data Coordinator will work closely with the CRT Coordinator on the implementation of activities
related to the 2016-2018 CRT Improvement Plan and on the second Community Safety Assessment(CSA),
scheduled to begin in early 2018.
The 2016-2018 CRT plan was reviewed and updated in November 2017. The plan includes the final CSA
recommendations and grant activities in addition to other community needs.This year will continue to bring
an enhanced focus on marginalized communities and underserved populations.CRT membership will
continue to be enhanced to better represent these populations,and additional training will be conducted.
The DV Community Response Protocol was finalized in November 2017 and will be routed for signatures of
agency heads in January 2018. Currently the SART has standardized protocols for medical,advocacy,and
prosecution. The law enforcement portion will be completed in 2018 and will then be routed for signatures.
A working group of local and state agencies will move forward with the testing of untested sexual assault kits
in Douglas County. This will also include the creation of policies and enhancement of staff to ensure any
investigations opened as a result are fully investigated,prosecuted,and advocacy needs are met.
Two Uniform Officers from the Omaha Police Department(OPD)respond to domestic violence calls from
the Douglas County 911 Communication Center.If probable cause exists that a crime did occur,custodial
arrest is mandated by current operating procedures.As part of the investigation,the officers take photographs
(victim,offender,and scene)and complete the Uniform Crime Report and Domestic Violence Supplemental
Report.For felony crimes,the crime lab is contacted to take additional photographs.Methodist Hospital's
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Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner(SANE)program provides forensic exams for domestic violence and sexual
assault victims and is the primary resource for law enforcement to ensure medical treatment for victims.
Arrest Made. If the offender is present at the scene,the officer will transport the offender to the Douglas
County Correctional Facility,and an arrest bond of$50,000 is set for each domestic violence misdemeanor
charge.All felony charges require the offender to be held until seen by a judge to set bond.If the offender
left the scene prior to law enforcement arrival,the offender description is broadcast and active attempts are
made to immediately locate the offender.
Referral to Advocates Made. Standard operating procedure ensures a victim of domestic violence has the
opportunity to work with an advocacy organization. Law enforcement provides the victim with the newly
created Victim Information Card,that includes WCA hotline and website information.Law enforcement also
calls the Women's Center for Advancement 24 hour crisis line to notify of DV related arrests so an
immediate attempt can be made to contact the victim. Copies of incident reports are provided to the WCA,
who follow-up by phone on all reports.Law enforcement will provide Ponca Tribe of Nebraska contact
information if relevant.The Officer then informs the victim that information will be sent to the Victim
Assistance Unit.
Warrant Request.The high volume of domestic violence reports made each month creates a backlog of
outstanding warrants. Through the Office on Violence Against Women's Improving Criminal Justice
Responses Grant dollars OPD,Douglas County Sheriff's Office,and State of Nebraska Probation conduct
warrant sweep operations of outstanding domestic violence warrants. These warrant sweeps are in line with
recommendations from the National Institute of Justice(NIJ)report,stating law enforcement should attempt
to aggressively serve warrants to protect victims.
Investigation.The Omaha Police Department(OPD)Domestic Investigation Squad(DVIS)conducts
follow-up investigation on every report received. Investigation includes interviewing victims and witnesses,
evidence collection,and assisting the DVPU in building a case.
The OPD Child Victim Sexual Assault(CVSA)unit conducts investigations for all adult sexual assaults.
Douglas County does not have an established process for anonymous reporting,however if the victim does
not want the investigation to proceed or wants it to be temporarily halted,the Child Victim/Sexual Assault
Unit(CVSA)will honor their request.
Douglas County Attorney's Office Prepares File. Following receipt of the investigation and reports from
the Domestic Violence Investigation Squad(DVIS),the Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)
prepares the attorney file and DV cover sheets.The DVPU,will contact the victim to make appropriate
referrals for advocates during the judicial process.
All sexual assaults are prosecuted by the Douglas County Attorney's Office Sexual Assault Unit,which the
county assumes funding for.The unit works closely with law enforcement during sexual assault
investigations to ensure charging can take place once the investigation is complete.Intimate partner sexual
assaults are prosecuted in collaboration between the two(2)units.
Charging Decisions.The Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)reviews all misdemeanor and felony
domestic violence cases in Douglas County. Affidavits are reviewed,charges filed,attorney assigned,and
warrants are entered.The DVPU files charges on the majority of cases they review. The Prosecutorial
Liaison gathers information from CRT partners and outside agencies to assist the Judge and Prosecutor in
bond setting,trial and or sentencing. The Liaison facilitates inter-agency communication related to victim
services and communicates with victims to prepare cases keeping the victims informed and aware of
available referrals.
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Victim Advocacy.The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA),Douglas County Victim Assistance Unit
and Ponca Tribe of Nebraska(Ponca Tribe)receive referrals from the Omaha Police Department(OPD),
DVPU,and other agencies in the system response.Organizations follow-up to provide safety planning,court
advocacy,case management,and to connect victims to services as needed. The Ponca Tribe provides
culturally specific services to native victims and trained WCA advocates provide services to military,
Hispanic,and African American victims.
Victim Immigration Services.WCA staff and Justice for Our Neighbors—Nebraska(JFON-NE)attorneys
work with victims of qualifying crimes to file immigrant visa petitions under VAWA without the abuser's
knowledge. Legal Services:WCA Family Law Attorney assists victims pro bono in their civil legal
assistance needs.
Arraignment/Preliminary Hearing and Trial/Plea.At arraignment,(misdemeanor)or preliminary hearing
(felony),the offender is advised of charges and enters a plea.The Douglas County Attorney's Office will not
subpoena victims to testify at preliminary hearings unless absolutely necessary.A not guilty plea is followed
by bond setting and a trial date is set.
If the offender pleads not guilty,DVPU attorneys will proceed to trial.Often victims are unwilling or unable
to participate in prosecution and trials are not always possible without victim testimony. In these situations,
prosecutors will utilize evidence available to them to induce a plea,including jail phone calls and additional
charges such as tampering with a witness.OPD Investigators will provide follow-up investigation at the
request of the County Attorney's Office.
Pre-Sentence Investigation(PSI).A guilty or no contest plea is followed by sentencing. The State of
Nebraska District 4A Probation conducts pre-sentence investigation on all felonies and most misdemeanors,
as directed by the court.
Sentencing If convicted at trial,or the offender at any time pleads guilty,they must be sentenced to jail,
probation,fine or any combination thereof.County and District Court judges are encouraged to order batterer
intervention programs to DV offenders on probation. If probation is ordered,a DV probation officer will
supervise and monitor the offender.The Probation Department will always advocate for probation
requirements to include participation in a batterer's intervention program.The Women's Fund of Omaha
(WFO)works with partners to maintain a listing of local programs. Spanish-speaking batterer's intervention
classes are provided by the Women's Center for Advancement(WCA).
Additional projects occurring in 2018 outside of,but connected to,this project.The CRT Coordinator and
WFO are collaborating with the Director of Training,at the newly formed Sarpy Douglas Law Enforcement
Training Center,to gather input on curriculum for domestic violence,sexual assault and sex trafficking to
ensure consistency in investigations across Douglas County.The training center will provide new recruit and
in-service training for Douglas County Sheriff,Ralston Police Department and all Sarpy County law
enforcement agencies. By April 2018,the Douglas County Sheriff's Office will have all active Douglas
County Protection Orders in the National Crime Information Center(NCIC).These projects will greatly
enhance reporting and victim safety components of system response.
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Activity/Timeline(Limit 2 pages) •
POSITION 1ST 2nd 3rd 4th
ACTIVITY RESPONSIBLE Quarter Quarter Quarter Quarter
I a_3 ra 4th_6th 7th_9th 1 0th_i 2th
Conduct cross training and networking All partners X X X X
opportunities for staff
Participate in CRT and case review All partners X X X X
meetings
Attend grant coordination and other All partners X X X X
community meetings
Community Outreach All partners X X X X
Crisis intervention,provide resources, Advocates X X X X
develop safety plans
Provide advocacy in response to Advocates X X X X
criminal justice,community,hospital,
and self-referrals
Coordinate,network and collaborate Advocates X X X X
with local law enforcement and court
systems
Create and monitor program Data/Evaluation X X X X
evaluation Coordinator
Conduct case review and other Women's Fund of X X X X
working group meetings,CRT Omaha
meetings and Criminal Justice System
collaboration
Review all DV reports and assign for OPD-DV Sergeant X X X X
follow-up
Conduct Community Safety OPD-DV Sergeant& X X X X
Assessment Evaluation
Coordinator
Conduct domestic violence OPD-DVIS X X X X
investigations,process warrants and .
DV training
Contact and maintain contact with DVPU-Liaison X X X X
victims as criminal case progress
Coordinate with law enforcement and DVPU-Liaison X X X X
the prosecutor about cases
Provide civil law legal assistance to WCA X X X X
victims of DV/SA
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Continuation Information(Limit 3 pages)
1. Lists the specific results of the project's measureable outcomes achieved for the preceding 12 months.
Project outcomes were met or exceeded during the last 12 months.
The number of domestic violence(DV)warrant arrests was far exceeded by 30 percent(712 arrests and a
projected goal of 497). This is largely due to an increase in warrants sweeps and an enhanced process. The
sweeps are funded through a separate project,however a new process pushes offenders with warrants who were
unable to be located during the sweep to the local precincts. With local precincts notified of these high-risk
warrants,law enforcement can continue to attempt to locate offenders in the weeks leading up to the sweep.
The new process has proved successful in lowering the number of domestic violence warrants.
The Douglas County Attorney's Office also exceed the goals of the number of`victimless' prosecutions by 28
percent(288 with a project goals of 135)and the number of protection order violation charges resulting in plea
or conviction by 10 percent.
The Douglas County CRT satisfaction and confidence outcomes are measured by an annual survey done through
Survey Monkey. A survey was not completed in the last 12 months;however,the survey is scheduled to go out
in January 2018 and will be reported on in the next FY 2016 STOP VAWA grant quarterly report.
2. Explain any problems,barriers or challenges and discuss how they were addressed and the end results.
The restitution goal was difficult to maintain and was not met in FY 2015 STOP Violence Against Women Act
(VAWA)grant period.The project outcome was lowered in the FY 2016 STOP VAWA grant period,which is
on track to be met. Training prosecutors on the needs around requesting restitution for victims has occurred.
However,this outcome is reliant on judges to award restitution. Additional conversations are taking place on
how to approach judges with this issue and how probation can support this through the Presentence Investigation
process. Additionally,work is being done with a local group of survivors, interested in supporting system
change,to raise awareness on the impacts of restitution.
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Outcomes&Performance Measures(Pages as Needed):
Outcomes&Performance Measures Form
Goal#1:The Coordinated Response Team(CRT)will hold offenders of domestic violence accountable
for their crimes.
Objective#1 -Maintain use of the criminal justice system to hold offenders accountable for their use of
violence.
Performance Indicators: Baseline Projected Results
Statistics (Outcomes) •
OPD:#of yearly DV warrant arrests 455 497
OPD:%of DV incidents resulting in arrest 38% 40%
OPD:%of intimate partner/sexual assault cases that result in arrest 10% 12%
OPD:#of officers trained on DV response' 52 56
DVPU:%of DV cases reviewed that result in charges 88% 89%
• DVPU:%of DV cases charged ending in plea or conviction 67% 69%
DVPU: #of Protection Order Violation charges 350 358
DVPU:%of Protection Order Violation charges ending in plea or conviction 48% 48%
. DVPU:#of cases using victimless prosecution(by funded attorney only) 134 135
DVPU: #of DV cases where Restitution was granted 2 40 40
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1:52 is the approximate number to be trained in OPD's new recruit training fall of 2017.
2: Estimated bassline,based on the first three(3)quarters of 2017.
Outcomes&Performance Measures Form •
• Goal#2: The Coordinated Response Team(CRT)will increase victim safety by providing seamless
services to victims of domestic violence,sexual assault and stalking,including underserved and
unserved populations.
Objective#1 -To provide legal services to victims/survivors of domestic violence,sexual assault and stalking.
Performance Indicators: Baseline Projected Results
Statistics (Outcomes)
#of new legal cases opened by WCA Legal Services' 386 420
#of victims served by WCA Advocacy Program' 2,705 2,775
#victims referred by law enforcement to WCA via electronic incident report 5,810 6,000
sharing'
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1:Baseline was based on Q 1,2,and 3 of 2017,adding an estimate for Q4.
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• Outcomes&Performance Measures Form
Goal#3: The Coordinated Response Team(CRT)will expand member agencies and improve
interagency collaboration,communication,relationships and trust.
Objective#1-The CRT member agencies will engage in relationship development and working groups to •
problem-solve specific areas of need.•Culturally specific communities will be represented in the working
groups,which will report back to the larger CRT.
Performance Indicators: Baseline Projected Results
Statistics (Outcomes)
#of Community Safety Assessment meetings 0 5
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%of CRT yearly survey respondents who indicate an increased 90% 93%
confidence in CRT's ability to problem-solve
%of CRT yearly survey respondents who indicate an increase in• 90% 93%
communication among staff/agencies
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Coordinated Response Teams: •
Criminal Justice Improvement Plan must be attached if applicant is new or the current applicant's CRT plan has •
been updated or revised(see Instructions-CRT Plan Requirements pg.9).
1. CRT Plan Attached(as a separate document): X Yes _No
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2. Flow Chart: Attached
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3. Coordinated Response Teams:
CRT#1 CRT#2 CRT#3
Counties Douglas—DV CRT N/A N/A
CRT POC Info.(name,phone, Christon MacTaggart
email address) •(402)827-9280
cmactaggart@omahawomensfund.org
Mtgs.held per yr. 12
Date of last mtg.held • November 16,2017
CRT is supported with STOP Yes
funds(yes or no)
CRT Members Active MOU Active MOU Active .MOU
Participant Attached Participant Attached Participant Attached
Law Enforcement X X
Courts
Probation X X
Prosecution X X
Victim Services X X
Culturally Specific Services X X
Other
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4. Sexual Assault Response Teams:
SART#1 SART#2 SART#3
Counties Douglas County
SART POC Info.(name, Christon MacTaggart
phone,email address) (402)827-9280 •
cmactaggart@omahawomensfund.org
Mtgs.Held per yr. 12
Date of last mtg.held December 7,2017
#of SANEs 50
SART is supported with STOP No
funds(yes or no)
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Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice 1011I14,.
S.T.O.P. VAWA& SASP Grant Programs
Acknowledgement of Notice of Statutory Requirement to Comply with the Confidentiality and
Privacy Provisions of the Violence Against Women Act, as Amended
Under section 40002(b)(2)of the Violence Against Women Act,as amended(34 U.S.C. 12291(b)(2)),
recipients(subrecipient/lead agency and subawardees)of Office on Violence Against Women(OVW)
funding are required to meet the following terms with regard to nondisclosure of confidential or private
information and to document their compliance.By signature on this form, applicants for grants from
the Nebraska Crime Commission supported with funds from the OVW(S.T.O.P and SASP)are
acknowledging that that they have notice that, if awarded funds,they will be required to comply with
this provision,and will mandate that subawards(sub-subrecipient),if any, comply with this provision,
and will create and maintain documentation of compliance, such as policies and procedures for release
of victim information, and will mandate that subawardees,if any,will do so as well.
(A)In general
In order to ensure the safety of adult, youth,and child victims of domestic violence, dating violence,
sexual assault,or stalking,and their families,any recipients of OVW funds under this subchapter shall
protect the confidentiality and privacy of persons receiving services.
(B)Nondisclosure
Subject to subparagraphs(C)and(D),recipients(subrecipient/lead agency and subawardees) shall
not—
(i)disclose,reveal,or release any personally identifying information or individual information
collected in connection with services requested,utilized,or denied through subrecipients' and
subawardees' programs,regardless of whether the information has been encoded,encrypted,hashed,or
otherwise protected; or
(ii)disclose,reveal,or release individual client information without the informed,written,reasonably
time-limited consent of the person(or in the case of an unemancipated minor,the minor and the parent
or guardian or in the case of legal incapacity,a court-appointed guardian)about whom information is
sought,whether for this program or any other Federal, State,tribal,or territorial grant program,except
that consent for release may not be given by the abuser of the minor, incapacitated person,or the
abuser of the other parent of the minor.
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If a minor or a person with a legally appointed guardian is permitted by law to receive services without
the parent's or guardian's consent,the minor or person with a guardian may release information
without additional consent.
(C)Release
If release of information described in subparagraph(B) is compelled by statutory or court mandate—
(i) subrecipients and subawardees shall make reasonable attempts to provide notice to victims affected
by the disclosure of information;and
(ii)subrecipients and subawardees shall take steps necessary to protect the privacy and safety of the
persons affected by the release of the information.
(D)Information sharing
(i) Subrecipients and subawardees may share—
(I)nonpersonally identifying data in the aggregate regarding services to their clients and nonpersonally
identifying demographic information in order to comply with Federal, State,tribal, or territorial
reporting, evaluation,or data collection requirements;
(II) court-generated information and law enforcement-generated information contained in secure,
governmental registries for protection order enforcement purposes; and
(III) law enforcement-generated and prosecution-generated information necessary for law enforcement
and prosecution purposes.
(ii)In no circumstances may—
(I)an adult,youth,or child victim of domestic violence,dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking be
required to provide a consent to release his or her personally identifying information as a condition of
eligibility for the services provided by the subrecipient or subawardee;
(II) any personally identifying information be shared in order to comply with Federal,tribal,or State
reporting,evaluation, or data collection requirements,whether for this program or any other Federal,
tribal,or State grant program.
(E) Statutorily mandated reports of abuse or neglect
Nothing in this section prohibits a subrecipient or subawardee from reporting suspected abuse or
neglect,as those terms are defined and specifically mandated by the State or tribe involved.
(F)Oversight
Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent the U.S. Attorney General from disclosing grant activities
authorized in this Act to the chairman and ranking members of the U. S. Committee on the Judiciary of
the House of Representatives and the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate exercising
Congressional oversight authority. All disclosures shall protect confidentiality and omit personally
identifying information,including location information about individuals.
(G)Confidentiality assessment and assurances
Subrecipients and subawardees must document their compliance with the confidentiality and privacy
provisions required under this section.
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As the duly authorized representative of the applicant, I hereby acknowledge that the applicant has
received notice that if awarded funding they will comply with the above statutory requirements. This
acknowledgement shall be treated as a material representation of fact upon which the Nebraska
Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice will rely if it determines to award the covered
transaction, grant,or cooperative agreement.
Jean Stothert Mayor
Typed Name of Authorized Representative Title
(402)444-5000
Telephone Number
f�-bke4, it g11 i<,
Signature of Authorized Representative Date Signed
City of Omaha, Office of the Mayor
Agency Name
10/17/2017
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CERTIFIED ASSURANCES
Updated 7/20/17
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1. The applicant assures that federal block grant funds made available under the Violence Against Women Act
(VAWA)STOP Grant Program will not be used to supplant existing funds.
2. The applicant assures that fund accounting,auditing,monitoring,and such evaluation procedures as may be
necessary to keep such records as the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
(Crime Commission)shall prescribe will be provided to assure fiscal control,proper management,and
efficient disbursement of funds received under the Act.
3. The applicant assures that they and all subawards under this award have a DUNS number and are registered
with the System for Award Management (SAM) (or with a successor government-wide system officially
designated by OMB and OVW).
4. The applicant assures that it shall maintain such data and information and submit such reports,in such form,
at such times,and containing such information as the Crime Commission may require.
5. The applicant certifies that the proposed project fulfills all program requirements;that all the information is
correct;that there has been and will be throughout the life of the grant,appropriate coordination with
affected agencies;and,that the applicant will comply with all provisions of the VAWA STOP Grant
Program as well as all other applicable federal and state laws.
6. The applicant assures that it will comply,and all its contractors will comply,with all relevant statutory and
regulatory requirements which may include,among other relevant authorities,the Violence Against Women
Act of 1994,P.L. 103-322 and the Violence Against Women Act of 2000,P.L. 106-386,the Omnibus Crime.
Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 as amended,42 U.S.C.3711 et seq.,the Violence Against Women and
Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005,P.L. 109-162,the Violence Against Women
Reauthorization Act of 2013, P.L. 113-4,and OVW's implementing regulations at 28 CFR Part 90.
7. The applicant assures it will comply with the Department of Justice Guidance pertaining to Title VI of the
Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d. Applicant will take reasonable steps to provide meaningful
access to their programs and activities for persons with limited English proficiency(LEP).
8. The applicant assures that in the event a federal or state court or administrative agency makes a finding of
discrimination after a due process hearing the subrecipient of funds will forward a copy of the finding to the
Office of Civil Rights Compliance of the Office of Justice Programs in Washington,D.C. Additionally,a
copy of the findings will be sent to the Crime Commission.
9. The applicant assures that,if required,it will formulate an equal employment opportunity program(EEOP)
in accordance with 28 CFR 42.301 et.seq.,and submit a certification to the state that it has a current EEOP
on file which meets the requirements therein.
10. The subgrantee assures that it and its contractors and any subawards will comply with the Uniform
Administrative Requirements,Cost Principles,and Audit Requirements in 2 CRF Part 200,as adopted and
supplemented by the Department of Justice(DOJ)in 2 CFR Part 2800(together,the Part 200 Uniform
Requirements),and the current edition of the DOJ Grants Financial Guides as posted on the OVW website
to include any amendments made throughout the course of the grant period.
11. The applicant,if a non-Federal entity assures that if it expends$750,00 or more in Federal funds(from all
sources including pass-through subawards)in the organization's fiscal year it will arrange for a single
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organization-wide audit to be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Title 2 CFR Subpart F. If less
than$750,000 is expended in a year then the agency is exempt from Federal audit requirements. In this
case,the non-Federal entity assures that financial records will be maintained in an acceptable accounting
system and be available for review or audit by appropriate officials of Federal,state or local agencies.
12. The applicant agrees to attend training as required by the Crime Commission.
13. The applicant agrees to establish and maintain a Drug Free Workplace Policy.
14. The purpose of the VAWA STOP Grant Program is to improve the response of the criminal justice system
to individual who are victims of sexual assault,domestic violence,stalking and dating violence through
collaboration. Collaboration is defined as several agencies and/or organizations that make a formal,
sustained commitment to work together to develop a comprehensive and coordinated response. The
applicant agrees to develop and sustain a collaborative approach between the various criminal justice and
victim service entities to jointly address the crimes of sexual assault,domestic violence,stalking and dating
violence.
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15. Applicant assures there is written documentation of how sexual assault and domestic violence cases are
processed through the criminal justice system including what assistance is provided during each step of the
criminal justice process.
16. Applicant assures it will maintain copies of current Policies and Procedures for addressing victims of sexual
assault and domestic violence for law enforcement agencies,prosecutorial agencies,victim service agencies
and any other criminal justice agencies that are part of the Coordinated Response Team.
17. Applicant assures that it and any subawards will document their compliance with the confidentiality and
privacy provisions required under the VAWA STOP Grant Program.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I have read and reviewed the above assurances,that the applicant will comply with all provisions of
the Violence Against Women Act STOP Grant Program and all other applicable federal laws and state laws,and
the applicant will implement the project as written if approved by the Crime Commission.
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(SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL) (DATE)
1819 Farnam Street,Suite 300
Omaha,NE 68183-0300
(ADDRESS)
Jean Stothert Mayor
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(TYPED NAME) (TITLE)
(402)444-5000
(TELEPHONE NUMBER)
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CERTIFICATIONS REGARDING LOBBYING; DEBARMENT,SUSPENSION AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY
MATTERS;AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should refer to the regulations cited below to determine the certification to which they are required to attest.Applicants should also
review the instructions for certification included in the regulations before completing this form.Acceptance of this form provides for compliance
with certification requirements under 28 CFR Part 69,"New Restrictions on Lobbying,"2 CFR Part 2867,"DOJ Implementation of OMB
Guidance on Nonprocurement Debarment and Suspension,'and 28 CFR Part 83,"Government-wide Debarment and Suspension,"and
Government-wide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace(Grants)"The certifications shall be treated as a material representation of fact
upon which reliance will be placed when the Department of Justice determines to award the covered transaction,grant,or cooperative
agreement.
1. LOBBYING a public transaction;violation of Federal or State antitrust
statutes or commission of embezzlement,theft,forgery,
As required by Section 1352,Title 31 of the U.S.Code,and bribery,falsification or destruction of records,making false
implemented at 28 CFR Part 69,for persons entering into a statements,or receiving stolen property;
grant or cooperative agreement over$100,000,as defined at
28 CFR Part 69,the applicant certifies that: (c)Have not within a two-year period preceding this
application been convicted of a felony criminal violation under
(a)No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be any Federal law,unless such felony criminal conviction has
paid,by or on behalf of the undersigned,to any person for been disclosed in writing to the Office of Justice Programs
influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of (OJP)at Ojpcompliancereporting@usdoj.gov,and,after such
any agency,a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of disclosure,the applicant has received a specific written
Congress,or an employee of a Member of Congress in determination from OJP that neither suspension nor
connection with the making of any Federal grant,the entering debarment of the applicant is necessary to protect the
into of any cooperative agreement,and the extension, interests of the Government in this case.
continuation,renewal,amendment,or modification of any
Federal grant or cooperative agreement; (d)Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or
civilly charged by a governmental entity(Federal,State,or
(b)If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have local)with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in
been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or paragraph(b)of this certification;and
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency,a
Member of Congress,an officer or employee of Congress,or (e)Have not within a three-year period preceding this
an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this application had one or more public transactions(Federal,
Federal grant or cooperative agreement,the undersigned shall State,or local)terminated for cause or default.
complete and submit Standard Form-LLL,"Disclosure of.
Lobbying Activities,"in accordance with its instructions; B.Where the applicant is unable to certify to any of the
statements in this certification,he or she shall attach an
(c)The undersigned shall require that the language of this explanation to this application.
certification be included in the award documents for all
subawards at all tiers(including subgrants,contracts under 3.FEDERAL TAXES
grants and cooperative agreements,and subcontracts)and
that all sub-recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
A.If the applicant is a corporation,the applicant certifies that
2. DEBARMENT,SUSPENSION,AND OTHER either(1)the corporation has no unpaid Federal tax liability
that has been assessed,for which all judicial and
RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS(DIRECT RECIPIENT) administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed,
that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an
Pursuant to Executive Order 12549, Debarment and agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax
Suspension,implemented at 2 CFR Part 2867,for prospective liability,or(2)the corporation has provided written notice of
participants in primary covered transactions,as defined at 2 such an unpaid tax liability(or liabilities)to OJP at
CFR Section 2867.20(a),and other requirements: Ojpcompliancereporting@usdoj.gov,and,after such
disclosure,the applicant has received a specific written
A.The applicant certifies that it and its principals: determination from OJP that neither suspension nor
debarment of the applicant is necessary to protect the
interests of the Government in this case.
(a)Are not presently debarred,suspended,proposed for
. debarment,declared ineligible,sentenced to a denial of B.Where the applicant is unable to certify to any of the
Federal benefits by a State or Federal court,or voluntarily statements in this certification,he or she shall attach an
excluded from covered transactions by any Federal explanation to this application.
department or agency;
(b)Have not within a three-year period preceding this 4.DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE(GRANTEES OTHER THAN •
• application been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered INDIVIDUALS)
against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in
connection with obtaining,attempting to obtain,or performing As required by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988,and
a public(Federal, State,or local)transaction or contract under implemented at 28 CFR Part 83,Subpart F,for grantees,as
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defined at 28 CFR Sections 83.620 and 83.650: (d)Notifying the employee in the statement required by
paragraph(a)that,as a condition of employment under the
A.The applicant certifies that it will or will continue to provide a grant,the employee will
drug-free workplace by:
(1)Abide by the terms of the statement;and
(a)Publishing a statement notifying employees that the
unlawful manufacture,distribution',dispensing,possession,or (2)Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a
use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's violation of a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace
workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against no later than five calendar days after such conviction;
employees for violation of such prohibition;
(e)Notifying the agency,in writing,within 10 calendar days
(b)Establishing an on-going drug-free awareness program to after receiving notice under subparagraph(d)(2)from an
inform employees about employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such
conviction.Employers of convicted employees must provide
(1)The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace; notice,including position title,to:Department of Justice,Office
of Justice Programs,ATTN:Control Desk,810 7th Street,
N.W.,Washington,D.C.20531.Notice shall include the
(2)The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace; identification number(s)of each affected grant;
(3)Any available drug counseling,rehabilitation,and (f)Taking one of the following actions,within 30 calendar days
employee assistance programs;and of receiving notice under subparagraph(d)(2),with respect to
any employee who is so convicted
(4)The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for
drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace; (1)Taking appropriate personnel action against such an
employee,up to and including termination,consistent with the
(c)Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,as amended;
in the performance of the grant be given a copy of the
statement required by paragraph(a);
or As the duly authorized representative of the applicant,I
hereby certify that the applicant will comply with the above
(2)Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a certifications.
drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for
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such purposes by a Federal,State,or local health,law
enforcement,or other appropriate agency;
(g)Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-
free workplace through implementation of paragraphs(a),(b),
(c),(d),(e),and(f).
Organization Name and Address:
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Jean Stothert
Mayor,City of Omaha
Typed Name and Title of Authorized Representative
Signature of Authorized Representative Date
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Applicant Disclosure of Pending Applications:
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Applicants are to disclose whether they have pending applications for federally and or state funded grants that
include requests for funding to support the same project being proposed under this solicitation and will cover the
identical cost items outlined in the budget in the application under this solicitation. Mark none if you have no
pending applications.
Federal or State Solicitation Name/ Name/Phone/E-mail for Point of
Funding Agency Project Name Contact at Funding Agency
n/a n/a n/a
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Douglas County.Nebraska Criminal Justice
Community Coordination Process Flow Chart
Victim arrives at hospital for tresture=
or SANE_Wo-pital calls WCA for on-
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site Advocacy(to arrive in'16 hour).
Hospital c't1,officers to make report.
• Call made to Douslvs County 911
Communication Center.All DV&SA •
codes Priority 2. Officers most
respond;unless Assault in Progress,
• then Priority 1.
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Two uniformed officers WCA receives copies of all law
respond to 6rddeut enforcement incident, sett,list
of protection orders filed,and
victims'names from high risk
111/ case review report for follow-tap
with victims.
• Separate and Interview victim
interview victim; &witnesses if 01 If probable cause exists I
offender and offender not at _ Warrant needed
+ witnesses. the scene.
f If probable, I — —
. I cause erists I Ifno
—7I- probable 14 tI Officer refers victim ro
I .isest i L c°me wrists Law Enforcement WCA and irAU,hands
L_ ——
I lrs made Cards: out cards,and files DV
Officer arrests offender, WCA&IFON assist with V/CA&Protection Order Supplemental report with:
rslf rs victim to WCA and immigration manses. office hours and phone 6_•
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VAU,and completes DV WCAJC-RT partners refer
Supplemental report for to Ponca Tribe as needed. •DVISW _
• _ 1_DVIS writes affidavit for warrant
Jail books. , 2_Judge tii�s
IVINE contacted. I Refers victim to WCA,complete 3.OPD issues warrant
— — — — DV Supplemesr•➢report for DVIS 4 4_Goes to DVTS detective
to further investieate. --^-►5_Fugitive Request made
• 6.Send cruisers and detective to
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• locate&arrest
• D VTS WCA Family law attorney provides civil legal 7.Can also capture in periodic
rs istance with victims
warrant sweeps.
sends report to 4
• DVPU• JFON&WCA coordinate with DVPU and
OPD for U-Visa certifications. rPendiny •
Lamest I
DVPU Liaison informs
DVPU Liaison prepares a victim of offender's char€= r —
file for DVPU Attorney,and bond and court advocacy r Arrest is1 DV PII Liaison prepares a fife for
ch g decisions are made resources through VAL;and made.I 0/PU Attorney,and charges/
WCA_ warrant decisions are ma&
Amain wt.nt/pretinsin'ry hearing, Probation conduct pre-sentence
trial/plea,victim advocate present 11 investigation;Victim Specialist Sentencing-jail,or probation
as needed by victim. speaks with victim. Victim Specialist present_
. 1
Recommend referral to
Barterer Intervention Program
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when twig opiate.
Updated December 2014
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Collaborative Activities Person(s) Responsible Timeline for Completion Resources/Funding Steps
What will be done?
Shared • OPD,SO,CA Office,WFO, Year 1-2016 VAWA requirement • Almost complete—being done
Policies/Protocols WCA,JFON, Ponca February 2016 CSA in coordination with protocol
Contact: WFO(Christon) •
development
Local Website Resource WFO Year 1-2016 CSA Complete, WFO/WCA will
for victims Contact: WFO(Christoh) March 2016 updated:Dec 2016 continue•to enhance
Focus Groups of Victims WFO with other agencies as Year 1-2016 -Ongoing/Annual Will be done as part of CSA
for feedback needed March 2016
Contact: WFO
Development of Working Group Year 1-2016-2 GEAP In progress(multiple portions
Community Wide Contact: WFO(Christon) June 2017 CSA complete)
Protocols/MOUs
Increase Culturally ALL CRT Member Year 1-2016 Tied to VAWA Reached out to LFS refugee and
Specific Representation Contact:WFO (Christon) 2 new by July Empowerment network
Case Review Team- Case Review Team Year 1-2016 CSA Complete
Implement policy/new Contact: WFO(Christon) July 2016 •
team format
Implement community Case Review Team Year 1-2016 CSA In process—full implementation
wide risk assessment Contact: WFO(Christon) July 2016 within LE agencies spring 2018
Cross Training of All CRT Agencies Year 1-2016 Tied to VAWA funding Complete and ongoing
Agencies Each agency 4 cross trainings CSA
Quarterly Training/CRT All CRT agencies— Year 1-2016 -Ongoing/Annual Tied to VAWA Complete-ongoing
'get-togethers' WFO will assist 4 by July 2016 funding
coordinating
Contact: WFO
Additional contact with WFO, WCA, ?? Year 1-2016 Met with Juvenile judges 6/16
judges—to provide Contact: WFO(Christon) September 2016
(informal ED on DV) Ongoing each year
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Additional Warrant OPD/SO/Probation Year 1-2016 GEAP funded Complete
Sweeps Contact:OPD(Marlene) 3 thru October 2016
Training for All Seasoned WFO,OPD/SO Year 1-2016 CSA Complete
Officers Contact: WFO(Christon) October 2016
Policy/Legislation Entire CRT/collaboration Year 1-2016—Annual/Ongoing October meeting-complete
Recommendations with other policy groups October 2016 for 2017 session
Contact: WFO
Enhance information ALL CRT Agencies Year 1-2016 CSA Ongoing
sharing/develop process Contact: WFO(Christon) November 2016
Annual Survey to assess All Agencies participate Year 1-2016—Ongoing/Annual Tied to VAWA funding Complete
effectiveness of CRT Contact: WFO May 2016 and December 2016
Enhanced data collection All CRT Agencies Year 1-2016 GEAP funded Complete- DV data mart
to assess accountability Contact: WFO November 2016 Tied to VAWA funding completed April 2017.
Additional enhancements
ongoing
Supervisor's WFO/County Atty Office Year 1-2016 CSA Complete/Ongoing-through in-
Training/update service and increased
communication with
Chief/Sheriff/CA
Inter-Agency Training All CRT Agencies Year 1—2018 In progress—need to reach out
to WCA and ask about lunch and
learns, need to inform CRT
agencies to have their new
members trained
Representation on CRT WFO, rep.from JFON Year 1—2018 In progress—need to
volunteered as well ' determine/define marginalized
populations, reach out Inclusive
Communities, reach out to
members of marginalized
communities
Year 2
Increase Culturally ALL CRT Member Year 1-2016 Tied to VAWA Reached out to LFS refugee and
Specific Representation Contact:WFO (Christon) 2 new by July Empowerment network
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*Implement community Case Review Team Year 2-2017 CSA In process—full implementation
wide risk assessment Contact: WFO(Christon) July 2016 within LE agencies summer 2018
*Adjust referral process WCA/OPD/SO working grp Year 2-2017 CSA Pilot completed spring 2017,
between WCA/LE Contact: WFO(Christon) March 2017 meetings with partners taking
place, results ongoing
*LE Forms Change OPD/SO Year 2-2017 CSA Pending, completion date spring
March 2017 in conjunction with risk
assessment
Community Feedback Working Group Year 2-2017 CSA Working group
Process Developed Contact: WFO(Christon) December 2017
*Development of Working Group Year 1-2016-2 GEAP In progress
Community Wide Contact: WFO(Christon) June 2017 CSA
Protocols/MOUs
Training for 911 WFO,CA Office, LE Year 2-2017 CSA Due to turnover in agency head,
Contact: WFO(Christon) December 2016 updated: Year 2 tabled
-2017
Enhanced Tracking of LE, CA Office, WFO Year 2-2017 Contingent on DataMart
Repeat Offenders enhancements
Focus on Interpreter All agencies Year 2-2017 CSA Written into each portion of
Options WFO will assist w/coord. protocol
Create Plan for Untested OPD, SO,WFO,CA,Crime Year 2-2017 ICJR 5 year plan and budget
SA Kits Labs complete. Implementation of
plan to begin late 2017
Supervisor's WFO/County Atty Office Year 2-2016 CSA Complete/Ongoing-through in-
Training/update service and increased
communication with
Chief/Sheriff/CA
Focus Groups of Victims WFO with other agencies as Year 2-2017 -Ongoing/Annual Done through Survivors Rising
for feedback needed Dec2017 and CSA
Contact: WFO _
Training/CRT'get- All CRT agencies— Year 2-2017 -Ongoing/Annual Tied to VAWA Complete and ongoing
togethers' 4 by July 2016 funding
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Annual Survey to assess WFO (Christon) Year 2-2017—Ongoing/Annual Tied to VAWA funding Survey monkey
effectiveness of CRT August 2017
Cross Training of All CRT Agencies Year 2-2017—Ongoing/Annual Tied to VAWA funding Complete and ongoing
Agencies Each agency 4 cross trainings CSA
Additional contact with WFO, WCA, ?? Year 2-2017 -Ongoing/Annual Presiding Judge Mtg- Monthly
judges—to provide Contact: WFO(Christon) September 2016 Judges Mtg—BIP/Comm
informal ED on DV Ongoing each year Resources
Policy/Legislation Entire CRT/collaboration Year 2-2017—Ongoing Annual Complete-Session update
Recommendations with other policy groups provided at June CRT,discussion
Contact: WFO of future legislation ongoing
(Traci/Christon)
Semi-annual data Entire CRT/agency heads Year 2—2017 Tied to ICJR funding Quarterly data reports provided
report/update CRT in October/agency heads
following
Year 3 planning session Entire CRT Year 2—2017 Complete
November
• Additional OPD DVIS OPD Year 3-2018 Complete—3 new investigators
Investigators Dec 2019 added in 2017
• Data will continue to be
reviewed to possibly support
additional staff C shift??
Year 3
Increase Culturally ALL CRT Member Year 3-2017 Tied to VAWA
Specific Representation Contact:WFO (Christon) 2 new by July
Lunch and Learns All CRT Agencies Year 3-2018—Ongoing/Annual
as needed
Begin Second Phase Working Group TBD Year 3-2018 ICJR
Community Safety Fall 2017 CSA
Assessment
Annual Survey to assess All Agencies Year 3-2018—Ongoing/Annual Tied to VAWA funding Survey monkey
effectiveness of CRT Contact: WFO December 2016
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Additional contact with WFO,WCA, ?? Year 3-2018 -Ongoing/Annual
judges—to provide Contact: WFO(Christon) September 2016
informal ED on DV Ongoing each year
Policy/Legislation Entire CRT/collaboration Year 3-2018—Ongoing Annual
Recommendations with other policy groups
Contact: WFO
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Activities which are
ongoing,do not fall into
annual plan
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Monthly CRT meetings ALL agencies
Cross Training of All CRT Agencies Tied to ICJR funding As needed-ongoing
Agencies •
Communicate to CRT Lead: City of Omaha As received
upcoming trainings WFO and CRT partners
VAWA Grant WFO/City of Omaha and all WFO:QT Reports:gather data
Collect data from CRT grant partners by 5th of month from all
member by the 5th of the partners, edit,complete report
month and submit
Write grant and Create
Performance Measurements
ICJR grant City of Omaha/WFO and all Meet quarterly with City and WFO:Gather data from grant
grant partners other grant partners . partners for biannual report,
edit,format and send to City for
submission
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Memorandum of Commitment
Coordinated Response Tcams/Efforts Only
The Women's Fund of Omaha (Agency) agrees to collaborate and actively participate with the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort in this community and will (check all that apply):
❑ Work with other participating agencies of the CRT to improve the comprehensive and coordinated
approach of the criminal justice system's response to victims of domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault and stalking, including meeting together for this purpose, as needed.
❑ Change or add policies and protocols on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and
stalking within my agency, as needed, with the goal of keeping victims safe and holding offenders
accountable. I also agree to share these written policies and protocols with other participating
agencies of the CRT.
❑ Actively participate in the sharing of information about domestic violence cases,which is not
prohibited by state or federal statutes or other agency policy for the purpose of improving victim
safety and holding offenders accountable.
❑ Be actively involved in the establishment of goals, objectives and specific outcomes/results of the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort.
❑ Assure training on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking is provided to
pertinent personnel in my agency.
❑ Cooperate in providing information and statistics required by the Crime Commission.
❑ Understand the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act and relevant civil and criminal
statutes in Nebraska pertaining to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking
including any limitations of action prescribed by law or agency policies.
❑ My agency was actively involved in the development of this application and was given the
opportunity to provide input and review the application prior to its submission. I support the total •
funding request including any request for funds specifically for my agency.
Comments:
Michelle Zych
Agency Head(Print or Type)
li\A\C,W.1)q,
7 Signature of Agen ead Date
DnmPetic./Sexual-Violence Project Manarr
Signature of Active CRTIR'epresentative Title Date
Identity below the type of agency indicated above (check all that apply):
Prosecution Law Enforcement Victim Services
Courts/Probation Culturally Specific Services Population Specific Services
BIP
Revised October 2014
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Memorandum of Commitment
Coordinated Response Teams/Efforts Only
Omaha Police Department (Agency) agrees to collaborate and actively participate with the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort in this community and will (check all that apply):
O Work with other participating agencies of the CRT to improve the comprehensive and coordinated
approach of the criminal justice system's response to victims of domestic violence, dating
violence,sexual assault and stalking, including meeting together for this purpose,as needed.
.Change or add policies and protocols on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and
stalking within my agency, as needed, with the goal of keeping victims safe and holding offenders
accountable. I also agree to share these written policies'and protocols with other participating
agencies of the CRT.
. • CA Actively participate in the sharing of information about domestic violence cases, which is not
prohibited by state or federal statutes or other agency policy for the purpose of improving victim
safety and holding offenders accountable.
l� Be actively involved in the establishment of goals, objectives and specific outcomes/ results of the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort.
Assure training on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking is provided to -
pertinent personnel in my agency.
O Cooperate in providing information and statistics required by the Crime Commission.
• Understand the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act and relevant civil and criminal
statutes in Nebraska pertaining to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking
including any limitations of action prescribed by law or agency policies.
O My agency was actively involved in the development of this application and was given the.
opportunity to provide input and review the application prior to its submission. I support the total
funding request including any request for funds specifically for my agency.
- Comments:
Todd R. Schmaderer. Chief of Police
• Agency Head(Print or Type)
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Signature of Agency Head Date
Signature of Active CRT Representative Title Date
.Identity below the type of.agency indicated above (check all that apply):
Prosecution X Law Enforcement Victim Services
Courts/Probation Culturally Specific Services Population Specific Services
B1P
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Memorandum of Commitment
Coordinated Response Teams/Efforts Only
82,13 S (Agency)agrees to collaborate and actively participate with the
• Coo dinated Res COI
Tea�ffort in this community and will (check all that apply):
Work with other participating agencies of the CRT to improve the comprehensive and coordinated
approach of the criminal justice system's response to victims of domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault and stalking,including meeting together for this purpose,as needed.
Change or add policies and protocols on domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault and
stalking within my agency,as needed,with the goal of keeping victims safe and holding offenders
accountable. I also agree to share these written policies and protocols with other participating
agencies of the CRT.
Actively participate in the sharing of information about domestic violence cases,which is not
prohibited by state or federal statutes or other agency policy for the purpose of improving victim
safety and holding offenders accountable.
Be actively involved in the establishment of goals, objectives and specific outcomes/results of the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort.
Assure training on domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault and stalking is provided to
pertinent personnel in my agency.
Cooperate in providing information and statistics required by the Crime Commission.
Understand the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act and relevant civil and criminal
statutes in Nebraska pertaining to domestic violence,dating violence, sexual assault and stalking
including any limitations of action prescribed by law or agency policies.
My agency was actively involved in the development of this application and was given the
opportunity to provide input and review the application prior to its submission. I support the total
funding request including any request for funds specifically for my agency.
Comments:
Agency Head(Print or Type)
J
Signature of Agency Head Date
al,m- et. j� 71 /1
S' nature Active CRT Representative Title Date
Identity below the type of agenc indkatediabove(check all that apply):
Prosecution Law Enforcement Victim Services
Courts/Probation Culturally Specific Services Population Specific Services
BIP
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•
Memorandum of Commitment
Coordinated Response Teams/Efforts Only
Women's Center for Advancement (Agency)agrees to collaborate and actively participate with
the Coordinated Response Team/Effort in this community and will (check all that apply):
✓ Work with other participating agencies of the CRT to improve the comprehensive and coordinated
approach of the criminal justice system's response to victims of domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault and stalking, including meeting together for this purpose, as needed.
I Change or add policies and protocols on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and
stalking within my agency, as needed, with the goal of keeping victims safe and holding offenders
accountable. I also agree to share these written policies and protocols with other participating
agencies of the CRT.
✓ Actively participate in the sharing of information about domestic violence cases,which is not
prohibited by state or federal statutes or other agency policy for the purpose of improving victim
safety and holding offenders accountable.
✓ Be actively involved in the establishment of goals,objectives and specific outcomes/results of the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort.
I Assure training on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking is provided to
pertinent personnel in my agency.
✓ Cooperate in providing information and statistics required by the Crime Commission.
✓ Understand the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act and relevant civil and criminal
statutes in Nebraska pertaining to domestic violence, dating violence,sexual assault and stalking
including any limitations of action prescribed by law or agency policies.
✓ My agency was actively involved in the development of this application and was given the
opportunity to provide input and review the application prior to its submission. I support the total
funding request including any request for funds specifically for my agency.
Comments:
Amy Richardson,President/CEO
Agency Head(Print or Type)
Signari a of Agency Head Date
Piry �t�V�/1 kaiNllL S tlUV t 2 f i R I i
Signature of five CRT Representative -`Title Date
Identity below the type of agency indicated above(check all that appl ):
Prosecution Law Enforcement X Victim Services
Courts/Probation Culturally Specific Services Population Specific Services
BIP
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Memorandum of Commitment
Coordinated Response Teams/Efforts Only
Pou6t-As Corr&14 SI4rff4 OccrcF. (Agency) agrees to collaborate and actively participate with the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort in this community and will (check all that apply):
❑ Work with other participating agencies of the CRT to improve the comprehensive and coordinated
approach of the criminal justice system's response to victims of domestic violence, dating violence,
sexual assault and stalking,including meeting together for this purpose, as needed.
❑ Change or add policies and protocols on domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault and stalking
within my agency, as needed,with the goal of keeping victims safe and holding offenders accountable. I
also agree to share these written policies and protocols with other participating agencies of the CRT.
❑ Actively participate in the sharing of information about domestic violence cases,which is not prohibited
by state or federal statutes or other agency policy for the purpose of improving victim safety and holding
offenders accountable.
❑ Be actively involved in the establishment of goals,objectives and specific outcomes/results of the
Coordinated Response Team/Effort.
❑ Assure training on domestic violence,dating violence, sexual assault and stalking is provided to
pertinent personnel in my agency.
❑ Cooperate in providing information and statistics required by the Crime Commission.
❑ Understand the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act and relevant civil and criminal statutes
in Nebraska pertaining to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking including any
limitations of action prescribed by law or agency policies.
❑ My agency was actively involved in the development of this application and was given the opportunity
to provide input and review the application prior to its submission. I support the total funding request
including any request for funds specifically for my agency.
Comments:
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Agency Hea (Print or Type) v
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Si: e of Active CRT Representative Title. Date
Identity below the type of agency indicated above(check all that apply):
Prosecution v' Law Enforcement Victim Services
Courts/Probation Culturally Specific Services Population Specific Services
BIP
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• Memorandum of Commitment
Coordinated Response Teams/Efforts Only
i ` ' l -. H A 7'�vh 1 iJ c A enc agrees to collaborate and activelyparticipate with the
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Coordinated Response Team/Effort in this community and will(check all that apply):
-p/Work with other participating agencies of the CRT to improve the comprehensive and coordinated
approach of the criminal justice system's response to victims of domestic violence, dating violence,
sexual assault and stalking, including meeting together for this purpose, as needed.
O,- Change or add policies and protocols on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking
within my agency, as needed,with the goal of keeping victims safe and holding offenders accountable. I
lso agree to share these written policies and protocols with other participating agencies of the CRT.
IIIIVActively participate in the sharing of information about domestic violence cases, which is not prohibited
by state or federal statutes or other agency policy for the purpose of improving victim safety and holding
offenders accountable.
l3-''te actively involved in the establishment of goals, objectives and specific outcomes/results of the
, Coordinated Response Team/Effort.
10/Assure training on domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking is provided to
pertinent personnel in my agency.
,00perate in providing information and statistics required by the Crime Commission,
Understand the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act and relevant civil and criminal statutes
in Nebraska pertaining to domestic violence,dating violence, sexual assault and stalking including any
imitations of action prescribed by law or agency policies.
My agency was actively involved in the development of this application and was given the opportunity
to provide input and review the application prior to its submission. I support the total funding request
including any request for funds specifically for my agency,
Comments:
1 /1.1 S /re [
Agency Head Tint or Type)
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Signaturf Agency Head Date
Signature of Active CRT Representative Title Date
Identity below the type of agency indicated above (check all that apply):
Prosecution Law Enforcement Victim Services
Courts/Probation Culturally Specific Services Population Specific Services
BIP
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COST ALLOCATION POLICY—Women's Center for Advancement
Women's Center for Advancement treats all costs as direct costs except general
administration and general expenses. Joint costs are prorated individually as direct
costs to each category and to each program using a base most appropriate to the
particular cost being allocated. Therefore,the direct allocation method is used in
allocating direct and indirect costs.
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State of Nebraska •
Nebraska Crime Commission
Re: FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant Award
To Whom It May Concern:
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)has never had a negotiated indirect cost rate
(NICR) and therefore is eligible to elect, as set out at 2 C.F.R.200.414(f)of the OMB Uniform
Guidance,to use the"de minimis"indirect cost rate of 10%. We have elected at this time to
include that indirect cost rate of 10% which has been calculated on the modified total direct costs
of this grant budget application.
Sincerely,
Wome s Center for Advancement
Amy Richardson
CEO/President
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CITY OF OMAHA, NEBRASKA .
Department of Justice Grants
Indirect Cost Rate
(Actual Expenditures for Year Ended DecmMber 31, 2016).
Cost' Allocation Plan Indirect Costs :
•
' Annual Audit 963
Purchasing 721
Revenue Division 1,017
Budget and Accounting 287,154
Total Allocated Costs 289,855
Roll Forward • 212,015
Proposed Costs 501,870
Wages and Benefits 1,150,848
Indirect Coat Rate 43.61%
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CERTIFICATE OF COST ALLOCATION PLAN
This is to certify that I have reviewed the cost allocation plan submitted herewith and to the
best of my knowledge and belief:
(1) All costs included in this proposal for year ended December 31,2016 to establish cost
allocations or billings for January 1,2016 thru December 31,2016 are allowable in accordance with
the requirements of 2 CFR Part 200,"Cost Principles for State and Local Governments,"
and the Federal award(s)to which they apply. Unallowable costs have been adjusted for in
allocating costs as indicated in the cost allocation plan. •
(2) All costs included in this proposal are properly allocable to Federal awards on the basis
of a beneficial or causal relationship between the expenses incurred and the awards to which they
are allocated in accordance with applicable requirements. Further,the same costs that have been
treated as indirect costs have not been claimed as direct costs. Similar types of costs have been
accounted for consistently.
I declare that the foregoing is true and correct.
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Name of Official: S C a . Ct 4,i`5 5
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,��. 1819 rarnam Street,Suite 300
op �.;, •. N•ti: Omaha,Nebraska 68183-0300
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City of Omaha
Jean Stothert,Mayor
May 10, 2018
Merry Wills
Nebraska Crime Commission
Federal Aid Administrator
301 Centennial Mall South
PO Box 94946
Lincoln,Nebraska 68509-4946 .
RE: City of Omaha, FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant Award#17-VW-0711 Contingencies
Dear Merry,
Please find enclosed the City of Omaha's responses to the FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant
Contingencies, Grant#17-VW-0711. The following contingencies and documentation are
attached:
1. Responses to Summary Comment Sheet Contingencies
2. Revised Budget,included signed Budget Summary
3. The City of Omaha's most current A-133 Audit and letter of findings
4. FFATA Form
5. Confidentiality Notice Form
A PDF copy of the City of Omaha's most current A-133 audit and letter of findings can be found
at the following link:
https://finance.cityofomaha.org/images/stories/pdfs/Omaha 2016 Single Audit Section.pdf
Please let me know if you require any additional documentation.
Sincerely,
Caroline Gillan, Grant Administrator
City of Omaha
17. Allocation Summary Chart(Refer to Application Instructions for example.)
• Report on requested federal funds only. Note: 100%of federal funds requested must be allocated. If indirect costs are included in the project's
federal request then these amounts must be reflected in the allocations below.
• It is recommended that the Allocation Summary Chart be the final step in completing the application budget.
• Total federal funds reported on the Allocation Summary Chart and the federal funds request on the Budget Summary must match.
• The Allocation Summary Chart is the sum totals from each of the budget category charts.
• Do not include Match.
Indicate,in the columns below,OF the total
Allocation Summary Chart requested funds in each STOP category how
Add rows as needed for additional partner agencies. much(if any)will be dedicated to meaningful
SA services and/or Prevention&Education.
Total Federal Funds Sexual Assault Prevention&
STOP Category Name of Agency or Partner Agency Requested by Category Services Education
Law Enforcement Omaha Police Department—Salary $ 85,587
Total Law Enforcement $85,587
Prosecution Douglas County Attorney's Office $109,442 $16,416
Total Prosecution $109,442 $16,416
Victim Services Women's Center for Advancement $ 44,742 $10,169
Total Victim Services $44,742 $10,169
Culturally Specific
Services
Total Culturally Specific Services
CRT Coordination
(Discretionary)
BIP Services
(Discretionary)
Total Discretionary
TOTAL REQUEST $234,406 $26,585
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CATEGORY A—PERSONNEL
• Exempt/Non-exempt—position exempt from earning over-time/comp time or not? • 2017 Current Salary—Current annual(can be FY 2017)pay for the position.
• New or Existing—position new within the agency(not project)or an existing position. • 2018 Salary—Annual pay for the position in the coming year(can be FY 2018).
• %Time Devoted—Portion of time dedicated to the work of the project. • Match—match provided through volunteer hours must be a separate line
• Hours Per Week—total hours worked per week. item/position.
Omaha Police TOTAL
Title/Position Department DV COSTS
Sergeant
New/Existing E
F-Time/P-Time F
Exempt/Non-exempt Non-Exempt
Hrs.Per Week 40
% of Time Devoted 100%
2017 Current Salary $86,038
2018 Salary $88,619
•
.Requested Salary $85,587• • $85,587
Salary Match $ 3,032 $ 3,032
Requested'Fringe $ 0 $ 0
Fringe Match $30,000 - $30,000
TOTAL COSTS $118,619 • $118,619
Total Requested Total.Match
Total Requested Salary Total Requested Fringe Total Requested Salary Total Requested Fringe
$85,587 $0 $3,032 $30,000
Personnel Allocation Chart: Complete on funds requested. Do not include Of the total requested funds for each category how much will be
match. dedicated to SA services and/or Prevention&Education
Personnel: • Total Requested by Category Sexual Assault Service Prevention&Education
LE $85,587
Prosecution
Victim Services
Culturally Specific
CRT Coordination(Discretionary)
BIP(Discretionary) -
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CATEGORY A—PERSONNEL NARRATIVE:
Omaha Police Department(OPD)-$85,587
Domestic Violence Investigation Squad Sergeant
The City of Omaha is requesting$85,587 for the Omaha Police Department(OPD)Domestic Violence
Investigation Squad(DVIS)Sergeant,an existing full-time position funded by the Nebraska Crime
Commission FY 2016 Stop Violence Against Women Act(VAWA)Grant. The DVIS sergeant will
devote 100 percent of their time to this project. The annual salary was calculated by using an hourly rate
of$42.61 and annual time dedication of 2,080 hours.
OPD will match$3,032 in salary and a portion of the total cost of the fringe benefits for the DVIS
Sergeant from the City of Omaha's General Fund. No federal funds will be used for match. The OPD
DVIS Sergeant fringe benefit total($49,283)was calculated based on$15,624 for health/accident
insurance, $767 for dental insurance, $48 toward life insurance, $2,627 for longevity, $1,285 for
Medicare(1.45 percent of salary),and$29,838 pension contribution(33.67 percent of salary). The City
will match $30,000 of the total fringe cost.
The OPD DVIS handles all domestic violence reports and investigations in the city of Omaha. The DVIS
consists of a Lieutenant Unit Commander,an administrative sergeant,and a unit sergeant who oversees
seven(7)officers,one(1)part-time retired officer,and one(1)clerical support. The DVIS unit is part of
the Special Victims Unit(SVU),and a partner with the Sexual Assault/Child Victim Unit(CVSA). A
Bureau Lieutenant commands both units,overseeing the frequent inter-unit communication necessary to
address cases involving overlapping issues,offenders,and victims.
The unit Sergeant and officers conduct follow-up investigations;apply for warrants for suspects;write
and conduct search warrants; plan and implement warrant operations to apprehend offenders with •
outstanding domestic violence warrants;gather evidence sufficient to support the prosecution of offenders
when the victim is unable to do so; and interact with prosecution,probation,and the courts to hold
offenders accountable. The Sergeant and the officers review reports received by Adult Protective
Services(APS),and coordinates support with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in
follow-up investigations into the legal aspects of elderly abuse. The Sergeant and officers are responsible
for reviewing reports when it is believed a crime has occurred. Additionally,the Sergeant and officers
will gather necessary evidence in the prosecution of offenders.
DVIS is a vital partner in the Douglas County Community Response Team(CRT)and plays an important
role in the CRT's efforts to reduce domestic violence. The Sergeant and officers of the OPD DVIS
develop and participate in training programs that coordinate with community partners to provide
specialized training in the area of Domestic Violence to new and current OPD officers. Officers with
specialized trauma informed training and experience in the investigative process of Domestic Violence
teach new recruits and sworn members of the Omaha Police Department on appropriate response and
documentation of the Domestic Violence calls.
Amount Requested: $85,587
Match: $33,032
OPD Personnel Project Cost:$118,619
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)
A. Name of Consultant/Contractor: Type(check one):
❑Individual [Organization
1. Purpose:
Rate #(hours, Amount Match Total Costs
miles,meals, Requested
nights,etc.)
2. Fees:
Preparation Fee
Presentation Fee
Travel Time Fees
Space/Room Fees
Other Fees: Specify
Consultant/Contractor Fees Subtotal
3. Travel Expenses:
Mileage .535
Air Fare From: To:
Meals
Lodging
Other Costs:
Consultant/Contractor Travel Subtotal
B. Name of Subaward: Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)
1. Purpose: Supportive services to enhance the safety of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault,and
stalking;and in collaboration with the criminal justice system,provide services to hold offenders accountable.
2. Type of Agency(check one) Non-profit Gov. (i.d.City, Private Other
County,State)
X
3. Budget Categories: Amount Match Total Costs
Requested
Salary $30,105 $30,105
Fringe $5,693 $5,693
Consultants/Contracts
Travel
Supplies/Operating
Equipment
Other Costs
Indirect Costs $3,579 $3,579
Subaward Subtotal $39,377 $39,377
CONSULTANT/CONTRACTOR/SUBAWARD TOTAL $39,377 $39,377
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)cont.
Consultant/Contractor(Subaward)Allocation Of the total requested funds for each
Chart: Complete on funds requested. Do not include category how much will be dedicated to SA
match. services and/or Prevention&Education
Consultant/Contracts: Total Requested by Sexual Assault Prevention&
Category Service Education
LE
Prosecution
Victim Services $39,377 $10,169
Culturally Specific
CRT Coordination
(Discretionary)
•
BIP(Discretionary
•
•
•
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•
CATEGORY B-CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(including Subawards)NARRATIVE:
Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)-$39,377
Client Attorney
The City of Omaha is requesting$25,592 towards the full-time salary and fringe benefit contributions of
one(1)Client Attorney at the Women's Center for Advancement(WCA).
The Women's Center for Advancement's(WCA)Client Attorney provides pro bono legal representation
and irrimigration assistance to victims,and provides services to underserved Latina/Hispanic victims in
their native language. Many victims of domestic violence may need civil/immigration remedies in order
to address safety concerns. WCA Client Attorneys represent clients in matters including divorce;paternity
and custody;domestic abuse and harassment protection orders;protection order show cause hearings;
contempt hearings;child support matters; and modifications. Immigration matters are conducted
according'to the Board of Immigration Appeals(BIA)accreditation standards. Clients with safety
concerns are always prioritized for legal service provision. WCA is the only DV/SA victim service
agency in the state that has attorneys on staff to provide these legal services.
0.30 FTE Client Attorney
The 0.30 FTE Client Attorney is an existing,exempt full-time position currently funded by the FY 2016
STOP Violence Against Women's Act(VAWA)Grant. Under the FY 2016 STOP VAWA Grant,the
position dedicates 30 percent of their time to STOP VAWA activities. The current annual salary rate for
the position is$68,355,with an anticipated four(4)percent increase for 2018 to$71,089. Funding from
FY 2017 STOP VAWA would allow the WCA to maintain this position.
VAWA funding will be used to enable the Client Attorney to dedicate 624 hours during the grant period
to perform grant funded VAWA activities. The requested salary amount is$21,327($71,089 x 0.30
FTE). This equates to approximately 26 hours per bimonthly pay period.
The WCA fringe benefit calculation is 20 percent of salary.Therefore,the WCA is requesting
$4,265 in grant funding toward the employer portion of the 0.30 FTE Client Attorney's fringe benefit
contribution($21,327 x 0.2). Fringe benefits include health,dental and vision insurance(calculated at
7.0%of salary);FICA and State Unemployment Tax(SUTA)(8.0%of salary); life insurance,long-term
disability and short-term disability(1.0%of salary);401k contributions(3.0%of salary);and worker's
compensation insurance(1.0%of salary). Total requested for salary and fringe benefits is$25,592.
Seventy percent of this full-time salaried position is currently funded by the Nebraska Commission on
Public Advocacy(NCPA). The remaining salary is provided by private donations. The Women's Center
for Advancement(WCA)will utilize contributions from private foundations and individual donors as the
source of matching funds to work on VAWA activities.Non-supplanting is assured because the agency
does not currently and will not have access to other State,local,or tribal funds needed to maintain this
position at a full-time status in the absence of VAWA funding.
Victim Advocate
The City of Omaha is requesting$10,206 towards the full-time salary and fringe benefits contributions
for one(1)Victim Advocate at the Women's Center for Advancement(WCA).
0.20 FTE Victim Advocate
The 0.20 FTE Victim Advocate is an existing non-exempt advocate position currently funded by the FY
2016 STOP VAWA Grant and will dedicate 20 percent of their time to STOP VAWA activities. The
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current rate of pay for the position is$20.28/hour for an annual position cost of$42,182($20.28/hour x
2,080 hours),with an anticipated four(4)percent increase for 2018 to$43,888($21.10/hour x 2,080
hours). Funding from FY 2017 STOP VAWA would allow the WCA to maintain this position.
• FY 2017 STOP VAWA funding will be used to enable the Victim Advocate to dedicate approximately
416 hours during the grant period to perform grant funded VAWA activities. The requested grant
amount is$8,778($43,888 x 0.20 FTE). This equates to approximately 17.3 hours per bimonthly pay
period.
The WCA fringe benefit calculation is 20 percent of salary.Therefore,the WCA is requesting$1,428 in
grant funding toward the employer portion of the Client Attorney's fringe benefit contribution($8,778 x
0.2=$1,756, limit to$1,428) Fringe benefits include health,dental and vision insurance(calculated at
7.0%of salary);FICA and State Unemployment Tax(SUTA)(8.0%of salary); life insurance, long-term
disability and short-term disability(1.0%of salary);401k contributions(3.0%of salary);and worker's
compensation insurance(1.0%of salary). Total requested for salary and fringe benefits is$10,206
Fifty percent of this full-time hourly position is currently funded by the FY 2016 Improving Criminal
Justice Response(ICJR)grant. The remaining salary is provided by private donations. The Women's
Center for Advancement(WCA)will utilize contributions from private foundations and individual donors
as the source of matching funds to work on VAWA activities.Non-supplanting is assured because the
agency does not currently and will not have access to other State,local,or tribal funds needed to maintain
this position at a full-time status in the absence of VAWA funding.
Indirect Cost
The Women's Center for Advancement(WCA)is requesting$3,579 for indirect costs.
WCA has never had a negotiated indirect cost rate(MICR)and therefore is eligible to elect,as set out at 2
C.F.R.200.414(f)of the OMB Uniform Guidance,to use the de minimis indirect cost rate of ten(10)
percent. WCA elects to include the indirect cost rate of ten(10)percent,which has been calculated on the
modified total direct costs of this grant budget application. The total grant funds requested by the WCA
for salary and fringe benefits under the FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant is$35,798.
Total Direct Costs: $35,798
• Indirect Costs @ 10%: $3,579
WCA Project Cost: $39,377
CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)
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A. Name of Consultant/Contractor: Type(check one):
❑Individual ['Organization
1. Purpose:
Rate #(hours,miles, Amount Match Total Costs
meals,nights,etc.) Requested
2. Fees:
Preparation Fee
Presentation Fee
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Travel Time Fees
Space/Room Fees
Other Fees: Specify
Consultant/Contractor Fees Subtotal
3. Travel Expenses:
Mileaze .535
Air From: To:
Fare
Meals
Lodging
Other Costs:
Rental Car .
Airport Parking
Consultant/Contractor Travel Subtotal '
B. Name of Subaward: Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)
4. Purpose: Prosecution of domestic violence offenders in the Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)
5. Type of Agency Non-profit Gov. (i.d.City, Private Other
(check one) County,State)
X
6. Budget Categories: Amount Match Total Costs
Requested
Salary $109,442 $0 $109,442
Fringe $0 $31,978 $31,978
Consultants/Contracts
Travel
Supplies/Operating
Equipment
Other Costs
Indirect Costs
Subaward Subtotal $109,442 $31,978 $141,420
CONSULTANT/CONTRACTOR/SUBAWARD TOTAL $109,442 $31,978 $141,420
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CATEGORY B—CONSULTANTS&CONTRACTS(includes Subawards)cont.
Consultant/Contractor(Subaward)Allocation Of the total requested funds for each
Chart: Complete on funds requested. Do not include category how much will_be dedicated to SA
match. services and/or Prevention&Education
Consultant/Contracts: Total Requested by Sexual Assault Prevention&
Category Service Education
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Prosecution $109,442 $16,416
Victim Services
Culturally Specific
CRT Coordination
(Discretionary)
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CATEGORY B-CONSULTANTS& CONTRACTS(including Subawards)NARRATIVE:
Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)-$109,442
Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Liaison
The City of Omaha is requesting$57,217 for the Douglas County Attorney's Office(DCAO)to fund the
Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Liaison. The DCAO will provide a match of$17,188 for
fringe benefits for a total position cost of$74,405.
The DVPU Liaison is an existing full-time salaried position funded by the FY 2016 STOP VAWA Grant
at an annual rate of$55,016. The Douglas County pay plan included a four(4)percent pay increase in
2018. The annual salary for the DVPU Liaison will therefore be$57,217($27.508/hour x 2,080 hours).
The DCAO is requesting funding for 100 percent of the DVPU Liaison's salary($57,217)under the FY
2017 STOP VAWA Grant.
The DCAO will provide match in the amount of$17.188 for fringe benefit contributions on the DVPU
Liaison position. Fringe benefits include the employer,portion of: health insurance$8,326
($693.80/month x 12 months)and dental insurance$258($21.51/month x 12 months); Social Security
$3,547(6.2%of salary);Medicare$830(1.45%of salary); and Pension$4,863 (8.5%of salary). No
Federal funds are used for the match; all fringe benefit costs will come from the Douglas County Board
Budget approval from the General Fund. This is not a budget position.
The Douglas County Attorney's Office handles all domestic violence cases in Douglas County and the
DVPU devotes itself entirely to prosecuting these cases. Between January and November 2017,the
DVPU reviewed 2,326 misdemeanor and 633 felony domestic violence reports submitted by seven(7)
different law enforcement agencies within the county.
The DVPU Liaison is an essential and necessary component of the DVPU and functioning with the
Community Response Team(CRT). The Liaison primarily aids in the communication between the
prosecuting attorney and law enforcement,victims,and victim advocacy groups. The liaison compiles
new arrest reports and prepares them for review by the prosecutors to make charging decisions. This task
requires the DVPU Liaison to ensure the defendant's criminal record,along with a complete set of
available reports and photographs,are available to the prosecutor to form a comprehensive picture for the
charging decision. The DVPU Liaison contacts law enforcement to coordinate requested follow-up
investigation as requested by the prosecutor. The DVPU Liaison collects,logs,and disseminates warrant
requests submitted by law enforcement. In 2017, 811 misdemeanor and 165 felony warrant requests were
submitted for review by law enforcement.
The DVPU Liaison maintains continuous contact with victims in domestic violence cases. Following an.
arrest,the DVPU Liaison contacts the victim to discuss the criminal case and the process. The DVPU
Liaison calls victims to inform them of the charges,the arraignment time,and to answer questions. •
Additionally,they inform victims of available services,including counseling,protection orders and
shelters;and assist underserved populations by keeping informed of new and updated community
• resources available to these victims. Without the requested funding,this position would be eliminated
and victim services and advocacy would suffer.
The DVPU Liaison collects and maintains the statistical information on domestic violence cases,
generating a monthly statistical report submitted to the Douglas County Domestic Violence Community
Responses Team(CRT)Coordinator.
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Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Misdemeanor Prosecutor
The Douglas County Attorney's Office is requesting$52,225 to partially fund the DVPU Misdemeanor
Prosecutor's salary. The DCAO will provide a match of$14,790 for a total position cost of$67,336.
The Misdemeanor Prosecutor is an existing full-time salaried position funded by the FY 2016 STOP
VAWA Grant at an annual rate of$57,720($27.75/hour x 2,080 hours). The Douglas County pay plan
includes a four(4)percent pay increase in 2018. The annual salary for the Misdemeanor Prosecutor will
therefore be$60,029. The DCAO is requesting funding for 87 percent of the Misdemeanor Prosecutor's
salary($52,225)under the FY 2017 STOP VAWA Grant.
The DCAO pays$18,278 for the Misdemeanor Prosecutor employer fringe benefit contributions. Fringe
benefits include the employer portion of: health insurance$8,326($693.80/month x 12 months)and
dental insurance$258($21.51/month x 12 months); Social Security$3,722(6.2%of salary);Medicare
$870(1.45%of salary);and Pension$5,102(8.5%of salary). No Federal funds are used for the match;
all fringe benefit costs will come from the Douglas County Board Budget approval from the General
Fund. This is not a budget position.The DCAO will provide a match of$14,790 toward DV Prosecutor
fringe benefits.
The DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor is an essential and necessary component of the DVPU and
functioning with the Community Response Team(CRT). The DVPU Misdemeanor Prosecutor
prosecutes misdemeanor domestic violence cases,reviews arrests and arrest warrants daily,and makes
charging decisions. The Prosecutor reviews law enforcement reports involving multiple offenders and
previous victims. The Misdemeanor Prosecutor is in regular contact with victims providing updates on
their case to ensure the victim is informed, given proper referrals to community resources,and to walk the
victim through the legal process. The Misdemeanor Prosecutor vigorously prosecutes crimes of domestic
violence and will use evidence-based prosecution so the offender may still be held accountable despite the
victim's refusal to testify or cooperate in the investigation. Additionally,the DVPU Misdemeanor
Prosecutor participates, along with the entire Domestic Violence Unit, in monthly mock trial training for
medical students to emphasize using evidence under the medical treatment and diagnosis hearsay
exception.
The Domestic Violence Prosecution Unit(DVPU)Misdemeanor Prosecutor receives ongoing training in
domestic violence prosecution to recognize the dynamics of domestic violence. The DVPU Misdemeanor
Prosecutor prosecutes domestic violence related sexual assault,cases where there have been elements of
domestic assault and sexual assault as well as cases with elements of domestic violence sexual
misconduct. The Douglas County Attorney's Office is committed to the prosecution of domestic violence
and sexual assault cases,holding offenders accountable. The Douglas County Attorney's Office
collaborates with community partners to improve victim assistance and the prosecution of offenders.
All of Douglas County Attorney's Office FY 2017 STOP VAWA funds fall within the Prosecution
category, 15 percent or$16,416 will be applied to designated sexual assault services.
Amount Requested: $109,442
Match: $ 31,978
DCAO Project Cost: $141,420
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Subaward Attachment
Subrecipient&Pass—through Entity Information
Federal Award Program Name STOP Violence Against Women Act(VAWA)Formula Grant
Federal Awarding Agency U.S. Department of Justice
CFDA Number 16.588
CFDA Name Violence Against Women Formula Grants •
• Award Type Subrecipient agreement
Subrecipient Name Douglas_County Board of Commissioners,Douglas County
(must match registered name in DUNS) Administrative Office
Subrecipient DUNS Number* 068637693
Federal Award Identification Federal Grant Number: 2017-WF-AX-0004
Number(Subaward Number) Sub-grant Number: 17-VW-0711
Federal Award Date 04/10/2018
Subaward Period of Performance
(Start and End Date) July 1, 2018—June 30,2019
Total amount of Federal Funds
obligated/committed to subrecipient $109,442
by this award
To assist States, Indian tribal governments,tribal courts, State
and local courts, and units of local government to develop and
strengthen effective law enforcement and prosecution strategies
to combat violent crimes against women, and develop and
Federal Award Project Description strengthen victim services in cases involving crimes against
women. The Program encourages the development and
implementation of effective, victim-centered law enforcement,
prosecution, and court strategies to address violent crimes
against women and the development and enhancement of victim
services in cases involving violent crimes against women.
Pass-through Entity Name City of Omaha,Nebraska
Pass-through Entity Contact 1819 Farnam Street, Suite 300
Information Omaha,NE 68183-0300
R&D Award ❑ Yes
®No
*DUNS number means the nine-digit number established and assigned by Dun and Bradstreet
Incorporated. A non-Federal entity is required to have a DUNS number in order to apply for,receive, and
report on a Federal Award. A DUNS number may be obtained from D&B by telephone(currently 866-
705-5711)or the Internet(currently at http://fedgov.dnb.com/webform
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Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act(FFATA) Reporting Form
Business/Agency Information
Legal Name Douglas County Board of Commissioners
Physical Address 1819 Farnam Street, Suite LC2
Mailing Address 1819 Farnam Street, Suite LC2
City Omaha State NE Zipcode 68183
Congressional District
Business/Agency Data Universal Numbering System(DUNS)Number 068637693
Business/Agency Annual Gross Revenue from Prior Fiscal Year Exceed 80%or Yes n No
More in Federal Funds
Business/Agency Annual Gross Revenue from Prior Fiscal Year Equal or Exceed Yes ❑ No
$25 million in Federal Funds
If'NO' was selected for either of the above boxes,DO NOT COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
Business/Agency's Five(5)Highest Compensated Officers
Only complete if'YES' was selected for both annual gross revenue boxes.
Name Compensation
Comments:
Signature of Authorized Official Date lrA 91 (?
Typed/Printed Name Chris Rodgers
Typed/Printed Title Chair, Douglas County Board of Commissioners
Typed/Printed Email chris.rodgers@douglascounty-ne.gov
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Federal Financial Act Transparency Form
OMANA,�.E'
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AUDIT CERTIFICATION
Grantee Name: Douglas County Board of Commissioners
Grantee Address: 1819 Farnam Street, Suite LC2
Contact Name and Title: Joseph Lorenz, Budget&Finance Director Phone#: .402-444-6825
Grant#(s): 17-VW-0711 Tax ID#: 47-6006455 Fiscal Period End Date: 6/30/2019
For fiscal years beginning on or after December 26,2014.If you are a non-Federal entity that expended$750,000 or more in
Federal funds(from all sources including pass-through subawards)in your organization's fiscal year(12-month turnaround reporting
period),then you are required to arrange for a single organization-wide audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of Title 2
C.F.R. Subpart F($200.500 et seq.)
For fiscal years beginning before December 26,2014.if you are a non-Federal entity(other than a for-profit/commercial entity)that
expended$500,000 or more in Federal funds(from all sources including pass-through subawards)in your organization's fiscal year
(12-month turnaround reporting period),then you are required to arrange for a single organization-wide audit conducted in accordance
with the provisions of Office of Management and Budget(OMB)Circular A-133 Compliance Supplement 2014.
If you are a non-Federal entity that expended less than the applicable audit threshold a year in Federal awards,you are exempt from
Federal audit requirements for that year.However,you must keep records that are available for review or audit by appropriate officials
including the Federal agency,pass-through entity,and U.S.Government Accountability Office(GAO).
Please complete the appropriate section below and submit the completed and signed form and required documentation
within 60 days after the end of your fiscal year to:
Grant Administrator, City of Omaha Office of the Mayor
1819 Farnam Street, Suite 300,Omaha,Nebraska 68183-0300
Section A: Organization subject to the requirements of OMB Circular A-133
Please check one of the following and provide all appropriate documents:
Z I hereby certify that for the fiscal year ended 6/30/2016:
1.The auditor's report on financial data states that the audited information is fairly stated in all material respects; and
2.The administration of our federal projects has been audited in accordance with OMB Circular A-133 and there were
no material instances of noncompliance with federal laws and regulations or reportable conditions;and
3.There were no findings of noncompliance in the audit report that are specifically related to the subrecipient
award(s);and
4. Management has addressed the resolution of previous-year findings from prior audit reports if related to the
subrecipient award(s).
Auditor's report filed on 12/30/2016.Enclosed is a copy of the audit report.
❑ We have completed our OMB Circular A-133 audit for the fiscal year ended ,and material noncompliance
issues and/or reportable conditions were noted. Enclosed is a copy of the audit report and our response.
❑ We have not completed our OMB Circular A-133 audit for the fiscal year ended (date).
We expect the audit to be completed by (date). Within thirty(30)days of completion of the A-133 audit we will
provide a new Audit Certification along with the audit report and response(if applicable).
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Section B: Organization subject to the requirements of Uniform Guidance: Title 2 C.F.R. 200 Subpart F
Please check one of the following and provide all appropriate documents:
® I hereby certify that for the fiscal year ended 6/30/2016:
1.The auditor's report on financial data states that the audited information is fairly stated in all material respects; and
2.The administration of our federal projects has been audited in accordance with the Uniform Guidance: Title 2 C.F.R
200 Subpart F and there were no material instances of noncompliance with federal laws and regulations or
reportable conditions; and
3.There were no findings of noncompliance in the audit report that are specifically related to the subrecipient
award(s); and
4.Management has addressed the resolution of previous-year findings from prior audit reports if related to the
subrecipient award(s).
Auditor's report filed on 12/30/2016. Enclosed is a copy of the audit report.
❑ We have completed our A-133 audit for the fiscal year ended ,and material noncompliance issues and/or
reportable conditions were noted.Enclosed is a copy of the audit report and our response.
n We have not completed our A-133 audit for the fiscal year ended (date).
We expect the audit to be completed by (date). Within thirty(30)days of completion of the A-133 audit we will
provide a new Audit Certification along with the audit report and response(if applicable).
Section C: Organization NOT subject to the requirements of OMB Circular A-133 or Title 2 C.F.R 200 Subpart F
Our organization is not subject to the requirements of OMB Circular A-133 or Title 2 C.F.R. Subpart F because we
(please check one of the following):
❑ Did not expend above the minimum threshold in federal funds during the fiscal year(complete federal funds
expenditure chart below).
❑ Are a for-profit organization.
❑ Are exempt for other reasons (explain):
Federal Grantor Pass-through Grantor Program Name CFDA Number Expenditures
Total Federal Expenditures for this Fiscal Year
Failure to submit this or a similar statement, or failure to submit a completed single audit package as required by the
required due date may result in suspension of funding and may affect eligibility for future funding.
Budget&Finance
Joseph Lorenz Director
Author' d Si ture Printed Name Title
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ORDINANCE NO. 4IV-15.
Item Submitted By: Chelsea Andrews
Department: Mayor's Office
Council Meeting Dates:
First Reading: October 23, 2018
Second Reading and Public Hearing: October 30, 2018
Third Reading: November 6, 2018
An ordinance to approve an agreement between the City of Omaha and the Douglas County
Board of Commissioners, Douglas County Administrative Office in the amount of $109,442.00;
and (2) to authorize funding for such agreement from the City of Omaha's FY 2017 STOP
Violence Against Women (VAWA) Grant, Award #17-VW-0711, awarded by the Nebraska
Crime Commission; to provide partial funding for one (1) full-time Misdemeanor Prosecutor and
funding for one (1)full-time Liaison in the Douglas County Attorney's Office Domestic Violence
Prosecution Unit as part of the Douglas County Community Response Team; involving
appropriations of more than one year in
conformity with Section 5.17 of the Home Rule Charter.
PUBLICATIONS
PUBLICATION OF HEARING: I O—*--
PUBLICATION OF PASSAGE: � I — I I I
Presented to City Council
November 6, 2018
APPROVED 7-0
8ltxnbetli Huller
City Clerk