Submitted By
Shatonya Johnson, Chief of Police
Reviewed By
A.M. Zayyad, Deputy Village Manager
Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution Approving an Extension of an Independent Contractor Agreement with Thrive Counseling Center for an Additional Six-Month Term Through April 30, 2025, in an Amount Not to Exceed $83,000 and Authorizing its Execution.
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Overview
Overview
The Village's current agreement with Thrive Counseling Center expires on October 31, 2024. The agreement is for an additional six-month term from November 1, 2024, to April 30, 2025.
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution.
Background
A Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued on September 23, 2019. The RFP was advertised in the local paper and on the Village website. Our current service provider submitted the only proposal received. The original professional services agreement was awarded on December 2, 2019. Subsequently, the agreement has been renewed five additional times per the term of the contract.
The Berry Dunn - Essential Calls for Service (CFS) Report dated July 22, 2022, concluded that utilizing alternative CFS response methods has the potential to produce important benefits that include:
* Freeing time for sworn law enforcement to manage other pressing CFS
* Providing those in crisis with more appropriate mental health interventions
* Reducing trauma and Use of Force (UOF) for those in need of services
Diverting CFS to other resources, internal or external, relieves a portion of the work burden typically managed by sworn officers. Given the service demands faced by a growing number of police departments, this is an important benefit.
As the Village implements the Alternative Response to Calls for Service Pilot Program, staff recommends an extension of the contract to ensure there is no interruption in provided services.
Fiscal Impact
The six-month renewal would begin on November 1, 2024, and conclude on April 30, 2025. The FY24 Budget and Recommended FY25 Budget provide funding for this proposed agreement in account number 1001-42400-101-530660.
DEI Impact
The contract extension will continue to provide essential services for those in need of mental health support. Disruption of services would have a disparate impact on those with mental health needs.
Alternatives
The Board can delay action to gain additional information.
Previous Board Action
The Board’s previous six-month extension was approved on March 5, 2024.
Citizen Advisory Commission Action
N/A
Anticipated Future Actions/Commitments
NA
Intergovernmental Cooperation Opportunities
N/A