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This resolution commends the Macon Violence Prevention (MVP) Program for its innovative and collaborative approach to reducing violent crime in Macon-Bibb County. The program combines law enforcement efforts with public health and community-led initiatives, focusing on addressing root causes of violence through targeted programs and equitable resource distribution. Since its inception, the MVP Program has achieved significant results, including a steady decline in homicides and the distribution of 80 community grants totaling over $2.5 million to 52 local non-profits that provide mentorship and resources to at-risk youth. The program has earned national recognition, ranking 6th in the Community Justice's 2024 Violence Prevention Index and receiving the Visionary City Award from the Georgia Municipal Association. Key partners include Mayor Lester Miller, Sheriff David Davis, District Attorney Anita Howard, and the MVP Steering Committee, who have worked together to create a holistic approach that strengthens community trust and creates a safer environment. The resolution formally recognizes the program's exemplary work and directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to key stakeholders.