Juvenile Services reports grant work and programming updates to commissioners

Jun 1, 2026

Ryan Lichter, Juvenile Services assistant director, updated the board on State Block Grant work, increased use of motivational interviewing, life-skills programming and current detention, intake and supervision activity.

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Juvenile Services Assistant Director Ryan Lichter briefed commissioners on ongoing work tied to the State Block Grant and said the department is increasing use of motivational interviewing and other evidence-based correctional practices. He described life-skills programming and provided updates on detention numbers, child intakes and supervision activity.

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