AUDIT COMMITTEE
AUGUST 4, 2026
AUDIT COMMITTEE
AUGUST 4, 2026
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OVP BUDGET OVERVIEW
OFFICE OF VIOLENCE PREVENTION (OVP) - CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
SERVICES PROVIDED
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ANNUAL BUDGET: $2.2 MILLION
STAFF SIZE: 17
COMMUNITY VIOLENCE INTERVENTION & PREVENTION
HOSPITAL-BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION
INTENSIVE CASE MANAGEMENT FOR CLIENTS & FAMILIES
VICTIM’S OF CRIME SERVICE CONNECTION
RESEARCH AND DATA ANALYSIS
PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCES
GENERAL FUND
SPECIAL TAX (MEASURE A)
CALIFORNIA VIOLENCE INTERVENTION & PREVENTION (CALVIP)
GRANT FUNDING
OFFICE OF VIOLENCE PREVENTION: CRITICAL ROLE IN
PREVENTING VIOLENCE AND SAVING LIVES
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EMERGENCY HOUSING, CRISIS RESPONSE, AND SAFETY PLANNING ARE OFTEN IMPLEMENTED WITHIN HOURS OF A SHOOTING
OR CREDIBLE THREAT - SEPARATING INDIVIDUALS FROM DANGER AND ACTIVELY PREVENTING FURTHER VIOLENCE
PREVENT
Build trusted relationships with individuals at elevated risk Provide mentoring, case management, and connections to
services
Mediate conflicts before they escalate into violence
INTERVENE
Receive real-time notifications of shootings and violent incidents
Respond to hospitals, neighborhoods, victims, and families Interrupt conflicts and prevent retaliation
PREVENTING GUN AND GANG VIOLENCE THROUGH TRUSTED OUTREACH AND DIRECT INTERVENTION
OVP WORKS WITH INDIVIDUALS AT THE HIGHEST RISK OF BECOMING INVOLVED IN, OR HARMED BY, GUN AND GANG VIOLENCE. THROUGH CREDIBLE MESSENGERS AND COORDINATED PARTNERSHIPS.
STABILIZE
Develop individualized safety and service plans
Coordinate emergency relocation when a credible threat exists Connect participants to employment, education, mental health, substance-use treatment, and other support
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EARLY PREVENTION:
School-based mentoring and conflict mediation
Community outreach and events
Connections to supportive services
Early intervention to prevent violence escalation
OVP’S OPERATIONS
THE IMPACT OF
STOCKTON CEASEFIRE
(1997-2022)
A STUDY COMPARING TREATED VS. UNTREATED
GANG MEMBERS FOUND THAT THE CEASEFIRE
STRATEGY SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED:
EVALUATION
SHOOTING VICTIMIZATION BY:
DR. ANTHONY BRAGA
MARCH 2024
40%
OVERALL RECIDIVISM BY:
VIOLENT RECIDIVISM BY:
25%
37%
HOMICIDE REDUCTION
📉 DECREASE in monthly homicides
compared to other California cities.
(Longitudinal study 1997-2022)
40%
13% REDUCTION in homicides during
the COVID-19 pandemic,
despite statewide increases.
Homicides are highly concentrated within small geographic areas and among a small number of individuals.
Firearms are overwhelmingly the weapon of choice.
Young men of color are disproportionately both victims and perpetrators.
Many victims and perpetrators are already known to the criminal justice system and are often under supervision (probation/parole).
Gang members are the primary drivers of gun homicides. Stockton has 2,756 documented individuals across 87 known gangs, and gun and gang-related violence is driven by LESS THAN 1% of the city’s population.
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STOCKTON’S HOMICIDE PATTERNS &
GUN VIOLENCE TRENDS
For the past 30 years, academic and nonprofit-led problem analyses have consistently examined Stockton’s homicide patterns.
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of Peacekeeper
caseload is
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# of Gangs
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to Stockton’s most active gangs
Frontline engagement with those at highest risk
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HOW ARE HIGH RISK
INDIVIDUALS IDENTIFIED?
INVOLVED IN
GANG-RELATED
SHOOTINGS
PROBATION &
PAROLE
STOCKTON PD &
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
CHILD WELFARE
SERVICES &
SCHOOLS
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Are we working with the right people?
GANG AFFILIATED
HAS BEEN SHOT OR SHOT AT
JUSTICE INVOLVED
GUN ACTIVITY & SAFETY ISSUES
YOUTH AT RISK OF THE ABOVE
Average Age: 12-35 years old
Education: High School Drop Out
CRITICAL CLIENT NEEDS:
CRITICAL
SAFETY
ISSUES
UNEMPLOYED
UNSTABLE
HOUSING
UNABLE
TO EAT
DAILY
UNTREATED
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INTERRUPTS THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE THROUGH HEALING, WHICH REDUCES THE LIKELIHOOD
OF INDIVIDUALS ENGAGING IN VIOLENCE
IMPROVES EMOTIONALREGULATION BY MANAGING STRESS WHEN RESPONDING TO
TRIGGERS WITHOUT AGGRESSION
REDUCES RETALIATORY VIOLENCE
ENHANCES COMMUNITY SAFETY
EMPOWER SURVIVORS TO REGAIN CONTROL, REDUCING THE RISK OF HARMFUL BEHAVIORS. 48 44
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TOPICS DISCUSSED: CHILDHOOD TRAUMA; CHALLENGING ENEVIRONMENT; FATHERLESS HOMES; HEALTHY/UNHEALTHY COPING SKILLS; TRAUMA AND PERSONAL TRIGGERS; COPING STRATEGIES TO MANAGE EMOTIONAL RESPONSES; SELF-AWARENESS; RESILIENCE; TAKING STEPS TOWARD HEALING AND GROWTH
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GRADUATES
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TRAVELING WITH PURPOSE - TO STRETCH, LEARN, AND GROW
THROUGH NEW EXPERIENCES AND DEEPER ENGAGEMENT
WITH THE WORLD
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HOT MEALS
GROCERIES
REDIRECT Project: Prop 47 Grant Overview
Grant Purpose-REDIRECT Project (6–12 Months)
Youth (Ages 15–17)
Peacekeeper Mentoring
Case Management
School & Family Support
Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Employment Readiness
Adults (18+)
Case Management
Employment & Job Placement
Housing Support
Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Expungement Assistance
Employment Readiness(Paid)
REDIRECT - Restoring Engagement & Diversion through
Incarceration Reduction, Care & Treatment
Grant Staffing
OVP
Grant Manager
Program Supervisor
Outreach Worker (x2)
San Joaquin County BHS
Court Liaison
Friends Outside
Court Liaison
Senior Case Manager
Case Manager (x2)
Job Developer/Trainer
0.25 FTE Director of Re-Entry
0.25 FTE HR Director
Court Social Worker
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REFERRAL SOURCES: Referrals can be received from the courts, probation, and the community Stockton Safe Pathways Initiative: Prevent,Intervene, Transform CalVIP 5 Grant Overview
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A PUBLIC HEALTH DRIVEN STRATEGY TO REDUCE GUN AND GANG
VIOLENCE IN STOCKTON’S HIGHEST RISK NEIGHBORHOODS
1.School Based Violence Prevention Program
2.Real Time Crisis Response Program-Implement the “Talk to A Peacekeeper”(TAP-IN)
3.Coordinated Care-Family Support Teams(FSTs)
GRANT STAFFING:
1 FTE PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
1 FTE OUTREACH WORKER
2 PTE OUTREACH WORKERS
YOUTH VVIIOOLLEENNCCEEPPRREEVVEENNTTIIOONNSSTTEEEERRIINNGGCCOOMMMMIITTTTEEEE The YVPSC is a citywide integrated youth violence prevention steering committee focused on addressing Stockton's youth violence and strengthening and broadening the Office of Violence Prevention’s approach to gun violence. The YVPSC’s vision is to reduce youth violence in Stockton through collaboration and positive relationships. ((YYVVPPSSCC))
The YVPSC’s goal for 2026-27 is to reduce arrests for violent crime among youth ages 8-17 yrs in Stockton by 15%, by June 30, 2027
The YVPSC’s goal for 2026-27 is to reduce arrests for violent crime among youth ages 8-17 yrs in Stockton by 15%, by June 30, 2027
The YVPSC has been meeting monthly since August 2023 and currently represents a network of almost 50 community-based organizations and child-serving agencies.
Youth Survey
Between March and April 2026, the Stockton YVPSC surveyed 201 youth ages 12–26 to better understand their experiences with violence and their ideas for creating safer communities.
While nearly 60% reported witnessing violence and more than one in four had been victims of violence.
Youth consistently emphasized the need for trusted adults, stronger family and peer relationships, safe community spaces, meaningful activities, mental health support, and greater respect and communication.
Rather than focusing solely on enforcement, youth identified connection, opportunity, and belonging as key strategies for preventing violence and building safer communities.
YYOOUUTTHHVVIIOOLLEENNCCEEPPRREEVVEENNTTIIOONNAARRTTEEXXHHIIBBIITTIIOONN to Combat youth violence through providing opportunities for creative expression reflecting themes of unity, resilience, and safety.
WHAT IS WORKING WELL:
Rapid Response: Immediate intervention
after shootings to reduce retaliation.
Targeted Outreach: Trusted engagement
with individuals at highest risk.
Strong Partnerships: Coordinated
response with, hospitals, schools, and
community partners.
OVP currently incorporates several DOJrecognized effective models, including Ceasefire, Cure Violence, and hospital-based
violence intervention.
Challenges:
Limited Resources: Current funding limit OVP's
ability to expand services and provide
sustained support to the growing need of
support.
Growing Demand: The need for violence
prevention services continues to exceed
current staffing capacity.
24/7 Response Model: Maintaining aroundthe-clock shooting response and follow-up places significant demands on existing staff.
Long-Term Support Needs: Participants often
require extended case management, housing,
employment, behavioral health, and family
support that exceed available resources.
Next Steps:
Expand OVP’s Violence Prevention Model: Build on
Ceasefire, Cure Violence, and hospital-based
intervention by incorporating elements of LA’s
GRYD model.
Strengthen Neighborhood-Based Services: Expand
gang intervention, youth and family support, and
community engagement.
Develop a Community Outreach Team: Hire and
train trusted community members to engage highrisk individuals and prevent violence.
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