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Residents press county on jail expansion; commissioners point to CJCC review

Board of County Commissioners · November 7, 2023
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Summary

Public commenters urged the county to partner with the city on a jail needs assessment and to explore interim youth and reentry options; commissioners said a multi‑agency CJCC committee will review systemwide capacity and return recommendations.

Several members of the public urged Commissioners to accelerate study and interim steps on jail capacity and youth services during the county’s seventh meeting.

Don Vanica, a resident who identified himself during public comment, told the board there is a public perception the county is resisting jail expansion and urged the commission to accept city funds and partner on a joint jail needs assessment and the city’s proposed misdemeanor…

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