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Atlanta corrections chief opposes state bill as city hosts Fulton detainees; council members push protections
Summary
Atlanta Department of Corrections officials described partnerships, rising average daily population and the Fulton County detainee arrangement; Chief Eldra Dancy and council members opposed state legislation that could allow counties to seize city jails and discussed local responses.
The Atlanta Department of Corrections updated the Public Safety committee on second‑quarter operations and the ongoing contract to house Fulton County detainees, and said staff oppose a state bill that could alter local control of jails.
Chief Eldra Dancy told the committee ACDC’s second‑quarter activity included partnership work with Emory Forensic Psychiatric Fellows, warming center meal support and expanded court‑video services. She said the facility is housing participants from Fulton County under an…
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