Other highlighted aspects of the CCIT-NYC model included routing crisis calls to a number other than 911, response teams being employed and dispatched by culturally competent community organizations, an oversight board of 51% or more peers from low-income communities of color, and a response times comparable to those of other emergencies. 

Lowenkron’s remarks were captured in StateWatch. Access the full testimony here.

Access the recording of the hearing for Lowenkron’s testimony at 1:45 and 2:01. Christina Sparrock of CCIT-NYC also speaks at 3:44 and 3:46.