Bonner County approves destruction of juvenile detention records and surveillance system funding

The Bonner County Board of Commissioners convened on June 10, 2025, to discuss several key issues, including the destruction of temporary records from the Bonner County Juvenile Detention Center, the approval of a surveillance system upgrade, and the renewal of funding for clinical services within the juvenile detention facility.

The meeting began with a request to destroy records from 2016 and 2017, which have been deemed temporary and reviewed in accordance with Idaho Code. These records include various operational documents such as shift summaries, transport sheets, and grievance reports. The board unanimously approved Resolution Number 2020-537, allowing for the destruction of these records after confirming that electronic copies would still be retained for historical reference.

In another significant discussion, the board approved the cost of $46,791.37 for phase two of a surveillance system replacement at the Justice Services facility. This payment will be sourced from the probation services budget, specifically from cigarette tax carryover funds. Commissioners expressed satisfaction with the quality of work completed in phase one of the project.

Additionally, the board renewed a memorandum of agreement with the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections to support clinical services in the juvenile detention center. This agreement allocates $35,968 for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to partially fund the salary of a clinician employed at the facility. The initiative, which began as a pilot project 15 years ago, has reportedly led to improved access to resources for youth and a notable decrease in recidivism rates.

The meeting concluded with all motions passing without public dissent, reflecting a collaborative effort to enhance juvenile services and facility operations in Bonner County.