Sec. 111.394. - Mental Health Offender Program Trust Fund.

There is created the Mental Health Offender Program Trust Fund, a permanent, ongoing trust fund of the City, which shall carry forward each fiscal year. The fund is authorized to accept gifts, fees, and other donations. Monies deposited in the fund, together with any interest accrued thereon, shall carry over fiscal years to provide funding for the Mental Health Offender Program. Monies deposited into the Fund shall be limited to alleviating the traditional criminal justice system from incarcerating misdemeanor offenders who exhibit mental illness by providing services directly related to behavioral health and all other wrap-around support these individuals need to successfully treat their mental illness and reintegrate back into the community. Funds utilized for these purposes are hereby to be appropriated by Council action. (Ord. 2021-446-E , § 1)