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SWITC upgrades and STAR rollout discussed; department pauses purchase of Payette facility and leases instead
Summary
Committee members heard details Thursday about facility investments at Southwest Idaho Treatment Center, the status of START certification and a revised plan to lease rather than immediately purchase the Payette assessment facility.
Committee members heard details Thursday about facility investments at the Southwest Idaho Treatment Center (SWITC), progress on START certification and an updated approach to the Payette Assessment and Care Center.
Alex Williamson told the committee SWITC received past one‑time funding for demolition and construction and that fiscal 2024 included a supplemental for crisis patient treatment in the center. She said the budget for developmental‑disability and treatment services totaled about $37.6 million in fiscal 2024, with a significant portion going to personnel and operations.
Lawmakers asked about a permanent‑building‑fund item for a walk‑in cooler and lighting updates at SWITC. Lisonbee Tate, the division administrator introduced for Early Learning and Development, said buying and…
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