Felton Institute iHart Mobile Crisis Program Contract
Summary
The council approved a nearly $1.8 million contract with the Felton Institute to continue the IHART non-violent mental health crisis response program. Council members raised questions about administrative overhead costs and requested a study on bringing the program in-house.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not to exceed $1,794,790 funded through state grants, Connect to Protect grants, and Measure P.
Individuals experiencing mental health crises and police officers relieved from non-violent emergency responses.
None identified.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Public Safety Council Subcommittee - Jul 1, 2026
Vallejo PD and IHART partner to handle mental health calls, reducing unnecessary arrests and allowing officers to focus on high-priority emergencies.
City Council - Jun 30, 2026
The council approved a nearly $1.8 million contract with the Felton Institute to continue the IHART non-violent mental health crisis response program. Council members raised questions about administrative overhead costs and requested a study on bringing the program in-house.
Public Safety Council Subcommittee - Jun 3, 2026
Lieutenant Darden and Rayvon presented data on the iHeart and mobile crisis co-response model, showing that mental health specialists resolve a high volume of calls without needing police intervention.
Measure P Oversight Committee - Apr 30, 2026
The committee approved carrying over unspent Measure P funds and allocating an additional $275,000 to continue the IHART non-law enforcement mental health crisis response program with Felton Institute.
Human Relations Commission - Mar 11, 2026
Vallejo reviewed its behavioral health response model involving police and the iHeart team. Residents and officials discussed how mental health calls are handled and the need for seamless county coordination.
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