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Advocates tell Newark council Delaney Hall detainees face poor conditions; callers press for oversight
Summary
Speakers at public comment alleged poor conditions for detainees at Delaney Hall — run by GEO Group — and urged council oversight; other commenters raised concerns about city lot sales and unpermitted building conversions.
During the 30‑minute public comment period at the Nov. 25 pre-meeting, multiple speakers raised concerns about detention‑facility conditions and local housing practices.
Terry Seuss of Eyes on Ice New Jersey urged the council to investigate Delaney Hall at 451 De Ramos Avenue, run by GEO Group, alleging inadequate oversight and poor conditions for detainees. "That place is run by GEO Group... that…
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