Seward County authorizes JCAPS to seek grants for early-intervention 'Right Path' program

The Seward County Commission voted unanimously on Sept. 8 to allow JCAPS to pursue grant and other funding opportunities for the Right Path early‑intervention program aimed at youth ages 8–17.

Chelsea explained Seward County was selected as one of seven counties for KDOC's Stepping Up for Youth Initiative to provide early intercepts for at‑risk youth before they enter juvenile justice. The program would partner with the Liberal Police Department, Seward County Sheriff's Department, Department for Children and Families, Liberal Public Schools and local providers such as Grace Place. Chelsea said she is not asking the commission to sign or commit funds tonight, only for authorization to pursue outside funding. A motion to allow JCAPS to pursue funding passed 5-0.