Gage County approves FY27 juvenile diversion grant application totaling about $51,733

The Gage County Board voted unanimously on Dec. 24 to approve the FY27 community‑based juvenile services application and authorized the chair to sign the application.

County staff member Christina presented the application, which covers juvenile diversion services, truancy case management and a small administrative allocation for coalition support. Christina told the board the grant amount for the application this year is $51,733 (amount varies slightly year to year) and that prior years’ spending patterns affected the request. She said the program typically serves roughly 50–75 juveniles annually in diversion-related activities.

Supervisor Lydall moved to approve the FY27 application and Supervisor Dawn seconded the motion. The board voted 7 in favor and the motion carried.

What happens next: The chair will sign the application and staff will proceed with required reporting and administration if the grant is awarded.