1. (a) At-risk youth prevention and diversion programs shall be coordinated, monitored, and supported by local management boards.

2. (b) A local management board shall:

   1. (1) develop a request for funds based on the recommendations of the local planning group convened in accordance with § 8-605(b) of this subtitle;
   2. (2) award funds to local agencies or organizations to provide direct services;
   3. (3) monitor and evaluate at-risk youth prevention and diversion program performance;
   4. (4) provide technical assistance to at-risk youth prevention and diversion programs as needed;
   5. (5) promote cost-effectiveness strategies;
   6. (6) measure at-risk youth prevention and diversion program outcomes; and
   7. (7) provide fiscal and program reports to the Office.

3. (c) As part of the prevention element of the 3-year plan developed by the Children's Cabinet establishing priorities and strategies for the coordinated delivery of services for children and families, the local management board shall:

   1. (1) assess the adequacy, availability, and accessibility of current community-based services that:

      1. (i) prevent and divert entry and reentry into the juvenile system;
      2. (ii) provide alternatives to incarceration and institutionalization;
      3. (iii) prevent and divert criminal behavior; and
      4. (iv) increase personal responsibility and self-sufficiency;
   2. (2) identify unserved neighborhoods or communities with critical needs and significant numbers of at-risk or delinquent youth; and
   3. (3) recommend programs that can be established or enhanced to address the unmet needs of youth and their families.

Added by Acts 2007, c. 3, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.