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37 <br /> Caitlin Fenhagen said there are things that need to be in place in order to support the <br /> Crisis Diversion Facility, and a mobile crisis team is one of them. She said the hope is that this <br /> team might be able to work from the Crisis Diversion Facility so they can assist with bringing <br /> people there and also being available for folks who might need to be transported once they've <br /> completed their stay at the facility. <br /> Commissioner Fowler said as a parent of someone on the spectrum, she is appreciative <br /> that Orange County is looking at different ways to intervene with crises. She said she thinks <br /> regular law enforcement officers should also continue to receive proper training on de-escalation <br /> and recognizing mental health problems or IDD and how to respond appropriately. <br /> Caitlin Fenhagen said that is very important and law enforcement partners with this team <br /> and social workers to ensure training is received. She highlighted the importance and impact of <br /> all agencies coming together on this issue. <br /> Commissioner McKee extended appreciation for this team and other important services <br /> like Resource Court and its success in diverting people from arrest. <br /> Vice-Chair Hamilton asked for an example of a success through this program. <br /> Caitlin Fenhagen shared a story with those present about a girl struggling with suicidal <br /> ideation and how she was successfully taken by the team to receive treatment. <br /> 5. Areas for Joint Advocacy (including NCSL 2024-57) and Transportation Safety <br /> Projects) <br /> Vice-Chair Hamilton invited the person who raised this topic to speak. <br /> Council Member Fray said they proposed this topic because the federal funds that are at <br /> risk for Carrboro are for transportation improvement projects. They said there may be opportunity <br /> for the county and Town to collaborate on this in the future. <br /> Vice-Chair Hamilton said she would like staff to work together on potential areas for <br /> collaboration. <br /> Mayor Pro Tern Nowell reiterated Council Member Fray's comments. He also indicated a <br /> desire to meet or collaborate with the Board of Commissioners more often on topics of mutual <br /> interest, like the Greene Tract. <br /> Vice-Chair Hamilton said the Board of Commissioners is meeting-heavy but opportunities <br /> for the Council to attend work sessions or other meetings where there are relevant presentations <br /> would be welcomed. <br /> Adjournment <br /> As there were no further items on the agenda to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at <br /> 9:25 p.m. <br /> VOTE: UNANIMOUS <br /> Jamezetta Bedford, Chair <br /> Recorded by Tara May, Deputy Clerk to the Board <br /> Submitted for approval by Laura Jensen, Clerk to the Board <br />