Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Corrections topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Gallatin County discusses contract to transfer 10 inmates to neighboring jail; review with county attorney planned
Summary
The Gallatin County Fiscal Court reviewed a proposed intercounty jail contract to transfer 10 inmates initially, discussed medical coverage and transport logistics, and agreed to have the county attorney review the contract before finalizing terms including the $40-per-day rate.
The Gallatin County Fiscal Court on July 11 discussed a proposed contract to transfer up to 10 inmates initially to a neighboring county jail, with the possibility of increasing capacity after an introductory period. Speaker 1 presented the proposal and said the receiving facility offered 24/7 nursing staff, which could reduce hospital transports and related costs.
Court members asked detailed logistical questions about transport times, circuit and district court coordination, and contract termination clauses. Speaker 8 said the receiving jail “does offer 24 hour medical” and reported that nursing staff had mitigated hospital trips. Several members raised concerns about the $40-per-day stipend and asked for relief or negotiation on that rate.
Speaker 3 questioned how arraignments and Zoom proceedings would be handled and whether circuit versus district cases would require in-person transport. Speaker 7 and others noted turnaround time for deputies could increase, stressing the cost of additional vehicle hours and staff time.
Speaker 1 recommended the court have the county attorney review the contract language and logistics before execution. The court did not adopt final terms but agreed to pursue review and follow-up; Speaker 1 indicated staff would return with the negotiated contract and implementation details.
