WA ST Dept of Commerce 12/4/2020

DECLARATION City of Everett is hereby applying for STOP Grant Continuation/Modification Funding for FFY 2020 through the Department of Commerce to support a community response to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence or stalking, age of victims 11 or older. By checking "Accept" on this Declaration,we agree to the following: Activities that Compromise Victim Safety We have reviewed the list of Activities That Compromise Victim Safety and Recovery and Undermine Offender Accountability below and certify activities will not jeopardize victim safety. We understand the list is not exhaustive and other activities may be prohibited based of the scope of our project. 1. Procedures or policies that exclude victims from receiving safe shelter, advocacy services, counseling, and other assistance based on their actual or perceived sex, age, immigration status, race, religion, sexual orientation,gender identity, mental health condition, physical health condition, criminal record,work in the sex industry, income or lack of income, or the age and/or sex of their children. 2. Procedures or policies that compromise the confidentiality of information and/or privacy of persons receiving services. 3. Procedures or policies that require victims to take certain actions (e.g., seek an order of protection, receive counseling, participate in couples counseling or mediation, report to law enforcement,seek civil or criminal remedies) in order to receive services. 4. Procedures or policies that fail to include conducting safety planning with victims. 5. Project designs, products, services, and/or budgets that fail to account for the unique needs of individuals with disabilities,with limited English proficiency, or who are Deaf or hard of hearing, including accessibility for such individuals. 6. Using technology without addressing implications for victim confidentiality,safety planning, and the need for informed consent. 7. Partnering with individuals or organizations that support/promote practices that compromise victim safety and recovery or undermine offender accountability. Coordinated Community Response (CCR) A representative from our organization will participate in mandatory CCR meetings as a member of the local or tribal CCR team.We agree to continue to connect and coordinate virtually, via teleconference, or in person at least quarterly. Consultation with Victim Services(if applicable) We have proposed new activities, have consulted with the members of our CCR team, and they are aware of changes from last year's funding cycle. A new consultation form will be provided. We understand that all terms and conditions in the original grant will still be applicable unless otherwise changed through an amendment process. By checking the "Accept" checkbox below, as the authorized or delegated representative of the agency,you are agreeing that the agency, and applicable sub recipients, will comply with the conditions in this amendment and original application.This proposal and any resulting amendment will be incorporated by reference into your STOP grant. ❑ ACCEPT