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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BOARD OF STATE COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000,000, FOR THE CALIFORNIA VIOLENCE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION (CALVIP) GRANT FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2026, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2029, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF GRANT AGREEMENTS
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve a resolution to:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a grant agreement from the State of California Board of State Community Corrections, in the amount of $2,000,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager to appropriate grant revenues and expenditures in the amount of $2,000,000.
3. Authorize the addition of two full-time, grant-funded, limited-term, positions and two part-time, grant-funded, limited-term positions; full-time positions include one OVP program supervisor, one OVP outreach worker; part-time positions include two OVP outreach workers for the duration of the grant term.
4. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute and manage sub-recipient and consultant agreements in the amounts consistent with the Grant Agreement.
5. The City Manager, or designee, is hereby authorized and directed to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of this Resolution.
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Summary
In August 2025, the City of Stockton’s Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) applied to the State of California’s Board of State Community Corrections (BSCC) CalVIP Grant Program (Attachment A). In February 2026, the City of Stockton OVP was notified by the BSCC that the application for $2,000,000 over a three-year period was approved.
DISCUSSION
Background
The California Violence Intervention and Prevention (CalVIP) Grant Program was established through the Budget Act of 2019 (Assembly Bill 74, Chapter 23, Statutes of 2019) and appropriated $136,000,000 in funding for competitive awards to cities and community-based organizations to support evidence-based violence reduction initiatives.
On October 11, 2019, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1603 (Chapter 735, Statutes of 2019) - also known as the Break the Cycle of Violence Act - which adds Section 14130 to the California Penal Code, codifying the establishment of the CalVIP Grant and the authority and duties of BSCC in administering the program, including selection criteria for grants and reporting requirements to the Legislature.
The Break the Cycle of Violence Act specifies that the purpose of CalVIP is to “improve public health and safety by supporting effective violence reduction initiatives in communities that are disproportionately impacted by violence, particularly group-member involved homicides, shootings, and aggravated assaults.” CalVIP Grants shall be used to support, expand, and replicate evidence-based violence reduction initiatives, including but not limited to hospital-based violence intervention programs, evidence-based street outreach programs, and focused deterrence strategies.
These initiatives seek to interrupt cycles of violence and retaliation to reduce the incidence of homicides, shootings, and aggravated assaults. Further, these initiatives are primarily focused on providing violence intervention services to the small segment of the population that is identified as having the highest risk of perpetrating or being victimized by violence in the near future.
Present Situation
In February 2026, the City of Stockton OVP was notified by the BSCC that the application for $2,000,000 over a three-year period was approved. The CalVIP grant period is legislatively designated from January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Given this timeframe, the BSCC requested that grant recipients execute the formal grant documents and demonstrate City Council approval and authorization for the appropriation of grant funding. In compliance with grant requirements, staff now presents the authorizing Proposed Resolution to the City Council.
This grant expands Stockton’s evidence-based violence prevention strategy by strengthening early intervention, rapid response, and coordinated family support for youth most at risk of gang and gun violence.
The initiative will embed trained outreach workers (Peacekeepers) on six Stockton school campuses to mediate conflicts, mentor youth, and intervene before violence occurs. A coordinated Family Support Team (FST) will connect youth and families to counseling, education support, and other wraparound services that address the root causes of violence. The program will also implement the 24/7 TAP-IN crisis hotline and mobile response team to provide real-time de-escalation when youth are at immediate risk of retaliation or involvement in violence.
This project builds on Stockton’s proven focused deterrence framework, which independent research found reduced shootings among participating gang members by 40% and contributed to significant reductions in homicides and recidivism. Together, these strategies will strengthen early intervention, improve family stabilization, and further reduce youth violence in Stockton.
Partner Roles
Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) - $1,425,519
The Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) will oversee implementation of the school-based violence prevention component of the grant. One Program Supervisor will lead the initiative, supported by one full-time and two part-time Outreach Workers (Peacekeepers) who will conduct school-based engagement, mentorship, and conflict mediation.
Grant funds will also support coordination of intervention and prevention strategies across partner agencies. OVP will convene monthly strategy meetings to review new referrals, coordinate outreach efforts, and track client progress. These meetings will ensure timely information sharing, strengthen collaboration among partners, and support proactive intervention with youth at risk of violence.
Clinical Support Vendor to be Determined - $100,200
Vendor to provide comprehensive therapeutic services, beginning with in-depth intake assessments to identify each client's unique needs and circumstances. Services will include individualized therapeutic sessions and structured group therapy, guided by an evidence-based curriculum. In addition, the vendor will facilitate healing circles in response to traumatic incidents or loss of life resulting from gun and/or gang violence, fostering emotional recovery, resilience, and community support.
Choices for Freedom - $185,000
Choices for Freedom will provide meals and facilitate cognitive behavioral training groups for OVP clients ages 12-35. These groups utilize interactive journaling and structured discussions to help participants process past trauma, strengthen decision-making and self-efficacy, and develop a more hopeful and positive outlook for their future. There will be 8 CBT cohorts annually and 25 during the 36-month grant, $7,400 per cohort for a total of $185,000.
Punn Group - $25,000
Punn Group will perform grant-specified audits in accordance with the standards required.
California State University, Stanislaus - $109,981
The evaluation team will conduct a comprehensive process and outcome evaluation to measure program implementation and impact. Baseline data on homicides and gun-related crimes will be collected to establish a reference point and identify trends over time. The team will also analyze project data, submit quarterly reporting through the state grant portal, and produce evaluation reports at the beginning and end of the grant cycle to inform program effectiveness and future strategies.
KME Consulting Services - $75,000
KME Consulting Services will support three key initiatives: (1) expand the Youth Violence Prevention Steering Committee through stakeholder coordination and meeting facilitation; (2) develop and implement Family Support Team Coordination Meetings to improve wraparound services; and (3) launch the TAP-In 24/7 crisis response line, including workflows, training, and outreach. These efforts will strengthen infrastructure, improve coordination, and expand access to timely violence prevention and intervention services, 75,000 for 42 months.
Mora Learning Institute (MLI) - $54,000
The Mora Learning Institute will provide leadership training from a healing lens while also providing a 40-hour Life Coaching certification for Outreach Workers, and emotional intelligence.
UC Davis Staff Development - $25,300
UC Davis will create and facilitate training for OVP and community partners. The training will focus on trauma, case management, and conflict mediation.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
There are no impacts to the General Fund or any unrestricted funds. Grant structure is reflected in the table below. To account for the grant funds, the following appropriation in FY 2026-27 is necessary:
• Revenue appropriation of $2,000,000 to the FY 2026-27 CalVIP Grant in the OVP’s Special Grants Fund, Reimbursements, Office of Violence Prevention Division.
• Expenditure appropriation of $2,000,000 to the FY 2026-27 CalVIP Grant in the OVP’s Special Grants Fund, Reimbursements, Office of Violence Prevention Division.
See Attachment B - CalVIP Cohort 5 Budget Narrative for further description and breakdown of grant funds.
Attachment A - CalVIP August 2025 Application
Attachment B - CalVIP Cohort 5 Budget Narrative