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Probation officials report lower juvenile population at Los Padrinos, outline staffing and recruitment steps
Summary
Probation leaders told the Board of Supervisors the Los Padrinos juvenile hall population has fallen to 232 and described 24/7 operations during the fires, recruitment incentives, and a plan to shift classifications to improve staffing and treatment capacity.
Los Angeles County probation leaders told the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday that juvenile custody populations have fallen and that the department has activated a 24-hour Department Operations Center to manage facility safety and welfare during the January windstorms and fires.
The department reported that Los Padrinos' population was 232 at the time of the briefing, down from previous higher levels. Probation officials said they stood up continuous operations beginning Jan. 8 and coordinated closely with the Office of Emergency Management, public health and mental‑health partners to ensure youth welfare as the wildfires and evacuations unfolded.
Why it matters: The status of Los Padrinos has been under scrutiny after a Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) inspection. Department leaders told supervisors they were using depopulation, alternative custody options and enhanced recruitment to stabilize the facilities while continuing to serve youth in custody.
Key updates provided to the board - Population and legal status: Probation reported Los Padrinos and other juvenile…
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