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Yamhill County community justice director reports state funding shortfall, juvenile program successes
Summary
Community Justice director Jessica Beach told the board that state funding for community corrections fell short of the governor's recommendation and described program cuts statewide, while highlighting local juvenile programs that produced school credits and community contributions.
Jessica Beach, director of the Yamhill County Department of Community Justice, told the county commissioners on Sept. 25 that state funding for community corrections was lower than expected this budget cycle and that counties statewide are considering adjustments to maintain services.
Beach said the Department of Corrections’ final biennial allocation left community corrections below the governor’s recommended level by about $52 million statewide. She told the board that Yamhill County’s adult division is largely supported by state funding — she estimated the department’s budget is approximately 94% state funds — and…
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