Overview: The recent Amherst Community Safety and Social Justice Committee meeting revealed considerable frustration and concern over the operational challenges facing the Crisis Response and Emergency Services Team (CREST) and the delayed progress of the Youth Empowerment Center.
Overview: The Amherst Community Safety and Social Justice Committee held a remote meeting on August 14, 2023, during which updates were shared regarding member resignations, the oversight of the Youth Empowerment Center, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Overview: During a recent meeting, the Amherst Community Safety and Social Justice Committee focused on the implementation of a tiered response model involving the Crest program and the Amherst Police Department (APD). This model aims to decide the appropriate response—whether from Crest, APD, or both—based on the specifics of an emergency call.
