Page 55 - Kennedale Budget FY21

DEPARTMENT OUTLINE: MUNICIPAL COURT

The function of this department is provide the highest level of service, in partnership with the community,
to foster a safe atmosphere promoting the highest quality of life for all people.

H I G H L I G H T S A N D G O A L S A C C O M P L I S H E D
 Upgraded LT Systems

 Increased security protocols including appointment of Cpl. Dancer as Bailiff-in-Charge
 Updated Procedure Manual to reflect current software and protocol

 Partnered with City of Fort Worth Teen Court
 Established Language Line for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) clients

 Ongoing relationship building with other Court Administrators and Directors for resource
and information sharing

 Encouraged community engagement and public education by participation in Municipal
Court Week and Public Safety Open House

 Achieved Certified Court Clerk Level: II

S H O R T - T E R M G O A L S
 Upgrade LT System (This is a continuous goal, as LT System strives to keep the Court
software up-to-date with the changing times and resources needed

 Dependent on the COVID-19 status and the ability to volunteer-court will coordinate and
make presentations at High School/s in Kennedale ISD for Court 101. This will foster a trust
relationship between the community -in early stages, and the Municipal Court system.

L O N G - T E R M G O A L S
 Set up information in community events in Town Center Park and the Library

 Pursue CCM (Certified Court Manager) certification through TMCEC
S T A F F I N G R E S O U R C E S
 Court Administrator/Juvenile Case Manager (JCM) – 1.0 FTE

 Municipal Judge – Contracted
 City Prosecutor – Contracted

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