City of Boulder, CO Community Court Assessment

In the Summer of 2023, I partnered with the City of Boulder, Colorado, to assess the effectiveness of their Community Court program. The evaluation measured the effectiveness of the program which provides alternative sentencing for minor criminal offenses commonly associated with homelessness, addiction, and mental illness (camping, public intoxication, etc.).

To evaluate the program, I met with court staff, law enforcement, community partners, and service providers to conduct in-depth interviews and facilitate discussions on the program’s impact. Concurrently, I reviewed internal processes, as well as analyzed both qualitative and quantitative feedback to produce a final report which was submitted to the City of Boulder and the United States Department of Justice.

Through this collaborative assessment, I provided the Boulder Community Court with clear, practical recommendations to enhance program effectiveness, community engagement, and organizational efficiency.

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