Board approves Hector Rodriguez's release plan for Day Street residence

The Sex Offender Residence Board meeting held on April 18, 2025, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, focused on reviewing residence requests from individuals with prior convictions. The meeting began with procedural discussions, including a motion to enter closed session, which was unanimously approved by the board members.

The first individual discussed was Hector Rodriguez, who expressed his desire to live at 1147 Day Street upon his release. After a brief discussion, a motion was made to approve his residence request, which passed with unanimous support. The board confirmed that the approval letter would be sent to Rodriguez's prison address.

Following Rodriguez, the board addressed the case of Manuel Hernandez Cisnero. Due to his absence, a motion was made to place his discussion at the bottom of the agenda, which was also approved.

The next individual, referred to as Mr. Sweat, presented his case. He disclosed his current homelessness and plans to reside at 1335 South Chestnut. Sweat recounted his past convictions, including an incident from 25 years ago involving a minor, which he described as a poor decision made during a party. He acknowledged his history of treatment and participation in various programs while incarcerated, although he noted that he did not complete the required sex offender treatment due to disciplinary issues during his time in prison.

The board engaged in a thorough discussion regarding Sweat's past and his efforts toward rehabilitation. They inquired about his treatment history and the classes he attended while incarcerated. Sweat indicated that he had participated in anger management and other educational programs, but he had not completed the sex offender treatment program.

The meeting concluded with the board considering the implications of Sweat's past and his current situation as they prepared to make a decision regarding his residence request. The board's discussions highlighted the complexities involved in balancing public safety with the reintegration of individuals with criminal histories into the community. Further actions and decisions regarding the remaining cases were anticipated in subsequent meetings.