Agenda Item Wording:
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Authorization to Apply for a Wellness Grant - Confirm the Visalia Police Department's grant submission and authorize the City to accept, and if awarded, appropriate $200,000 for the Fiscal Year 2025 Law Enforcement Mental Health Wellness Act Grant and submit.
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Prepared by:
Police Chief Jason Salazar, 559-713-4215, jason.salazar@visalia.city;
Police Captain Dan Ford, 559-713-4151, daniel.ford@visalia.city;
Lieutenant Jared Hughes, 559-713-4105, jared.hughes@visalia.city;
Financial Analyst Liz Ybarra, 559-713-4250, liz.ybarra@visalia.city
Department Recommendation:
Confirm the Visalia Police Department's grant submission and authorize the City to accept, and if awarded, appropriate $200,000 for the FY 2025 Law Enforcement Mental Health Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Grant The grant performance period is for 24 months and is effective October 1, 2025.
Summary:
The Visalia Police Department recognizes the vital importance of optimizing the performance and mental health of its law enforcement personnel, particularly given the demanding nature of the profession. To address this need, Staff is proposing the implementation of a comprehensive performance coaching platform from Sharp Performance. This program is specifically designed to enhance the skills and resilience of officers in the field. It is an app-based program which offers virtual coaching sessions plus much more.
In alignment with the objectives outlined in the LEMHWA Program, the Department's initiative seeks to not only enhance the mental well-being of Visalia Police officers but also contribute to the broader conversation surrounding mental health awareness and support within law enforcement agencies nationwide. The Department is dedicated to creating a culture of wellness and resilience within its organization, ensuring that officers have the tools and support they need to thrive both personally and professionally.
This platform will serve as a centralized resource hub...
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