Victim and Child Soft Room
Summary
The police department unveiled its first soft interview room for sexual assault victims, funded by Phyllis's Garden Foundation and opening by end of October. Some speakers raised concerns about how recorded interviews could be shared with federal agencies or stored long-term.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
No cost to the city — the room is fully funded by the nonprofit Phyllis's Garden Foundation.
Victims of sexual assault and other violent crimes, particularly children, get a more humane interview environment.
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