Consideration of a resolution authorizing the submission of a FY27 and FY28 grant application to the WY Supreme Court, Wyoming Court Supervised Treatment Program Grant, in the amount of $628,583.52 with a cash match of $78,000 for FY27 and a cash match of $78,000 for FY28 to fund the DUI Court program.

Summary

This resolution authorizes the submission of a grant application to the Wyoming Supreme Court for $628,583.52 to fund the Laramie County DUI Court program for FY2027 and FY2028 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2028). The program aims to reduce recidivism and promote sobriety among participants through judicial supervision, treatment, and monitoring.

Funding Details:

• Total Grant Request: $628,583.52 (approximately $310,895 for FY27 and $317,688.52 for FY28)
• Required Local Cash Match: $78,000 for FY27 and $78,000 for FY28 (total $156,000 from Laramie County).
• Participants Served: The grant will support 30 adult participants annually.

Program Components:

• Provides comprehensive substance abuse treatment (contracted with Specialty Counseling & Consulting and Healthworks) using evidence-based curricula like Moral Recognition Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
• Integrates mental health services and refers participants to local providers like UW Family Medicine.
• Includes electronic monitoring (SCRAM Systems) and drug testing (Drug Testing Center, LLC).
• Offers quality of life services, including client transportation assistance, family activities, and incentives.

Participant Costs: Participants are required to pay $50 per month after their first 30 days, averaging $650 over 15 months, and may incur additional costs for monitoring or residential treatment. The application explicitly states $0 surcharge funds requested, despite detailed justifications for how $15,000 (plus $5,000 for transportation) in surcharge funds would be used for community activities and participant support.

Citizen Impact

This program provides a critical alternative to traditional incarceration for 30 adult residents annually struggling with DUI-related substance abuse, promoting long-term sobriety and public safety. Laramie County contributes a $78,000 cash match annually to support these services, which also include mental health support and quality of life assistance.

Confidence

high