Whatcom County task force frames 2026 priorities; steering group to define recidivism

Dec 17, 2025

Committee chairs and members proposed four draft 2026 priorities including evaluations of diversion programs and integration at the Division Street behavioral health campus; members agreed a steering‑level group will define recidivism and coordinate related work groups to avoid duplication.

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Chairs of the joint Behavioral Health and Legal & Justice subcommittees presented draft priorities for 2026 during the Dec. 16 meeting and invited committee feedback.

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