Agenda Item Request:
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Authorization to dedicate the Cumberland County’s new Victim Witness Waiting Room as the “Lois Galgay Reckitt Victim Witness Waiting Room.”
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Background and Purpose of Request:
Requestor: District Attorney Jacqueline Sartoris
Most modern courthouses are built to include a victim-witness waiting room, not visible to Defendants, other witnesses, or observers who may have an opinion about a trial. The County began constructing a new wall and door in late October. This small (6.5’ x 12’) but cozy space will be painted before the end of January, and we are on the hunt for appropriately-scaled furniture. All of the work has been graciously paid for with County funds, and I am very grateful for the consistent support of our Manager at every step in making this happen.
Presentation: [Yes or No]
Funding Amount and Source:
No funding beyond regular budget
Effective Date if Applicable:
We anticipate a public dedication of the room in February 2024, however, the room will be in use to support victim-witnesses during trials as soon as it is painted and has seating.