Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion

This contract is for a Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program, aimed at diverting low‑level offenders to treatment and support services rather than traditional criminal justice processing. The County issued an RFP, received bids, and awarded the contract to Evergreen Recovery Centers, a service provider likely specializing in recovery and community support. • Scope: Deliver LEAD services, including assessment, case management, and linkage to health and social services. • Goal: Reduce recidivism and improve public safety by providing alternatives to incarceration. • Award: Single‑vendor award to Evergreen Recovery Centers, announced November 19 2020 after a competitive bid process.