Q&A
Discussion on utilizing CMS sites to combat subway surfing
2:35:42
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Council Member Stevens inquires about DYCD's plans to utilize CMS (Credible Messenger) sites in efforts to combat subway surfing. Jessica Hernandez from DYCD acknowledges the importance of involving these providers in their outreach efforts.
- Stevens emphasizes the need for a concrete action plan to show that this is a priority
- DYCD commits to engaging all providers, including CMS sites
- Stevens requests follow-up information on how CMS groups will be involved in outreach and potentially deployed at train stations
Althea Stevens
2:35:42
Like I said, I will be reaching out to my superintendents, and they will be on this as well, but also thinking about how are we providing those providers in the area.
2:35:50
But my next question is also thinking about how are we using the CMS sites as well, because I think it's also important.
2:35:55
Like, they're not necessarily credible messengers with that, but I think that they're already on the ground, and they already have different relationships with young people.
2:36:02
And so how are we using the CMS groups to also help combat this as well?
Jessica Hernandez
2:36:07
They definitely I mean, they are our providers as well.
Althea Stevens
2:36:10
I know.
2:36:11
That's why I asked.
Jessica Hernandez
2:36:11
And, I know.
2:36:12
I know.
2:36:12
And being able to educate and making sure that they're involved in the in the effort.
2:36:16
So, yeah.
2:36:16
Definitely moving forward, making
Althea Stevens
2:36:17
sure that you guys already started those conversations?
2:36:19
Have you given them information?
2:36:21
Are you planning on doing some trainings in those outreach?
2:36:24
Are we putting them into train stops?
2:36:25
So also at some of these high time areas, like, what is the plan?
2:36:29
Because, you know, you guys know how I am.
2:36:30
I'm very much if you say it's a priority, then what's the action plan to actually show me that it's a priority?
Jessica Hernandez
2:36:35
No.
2:36:36
Absolutely.
2:36:36
I think your suggestions are very key and and important.
2:36:39
We'll take that back, and it's about engaging all our providers.
2:36:42
So definitely
Althea Stevens
2:36:43
Okay.
2:36:43
So I'll definitely follow-up to see, how do we continue to provide the CMS.
