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DeKalb committee approves expedited jail assessment; approves several contracts and grants
Summary
The FAB committee approved a not‑to‑exceed $599,927.20 contract for an expedited facility condition and security risk assessment of the DeKalb County Jail and ratified a slate of contract extensions and grants, including banking, lockbox and financial advisor arrangements and two judicial grants.
The DeKalb County Finance, Administration and Budget Committee approved a contract to secure an expedited facility condition and security risk assessment for the county jail and cleared several related contracting and grant items during a virtual meeting.
Zach Williams, DeKalb County chief operating officer, said the contract—awarded to Comprehensive Program Services in an amount not to exceed $599,927.20—will produce an updated facility condition assessment and security risk review to help the county prioritize repairs and plan a multi‑year funding strategy. “The resulting assessment will assist the County in identifying security risks, potential threats to public safety, and planning for upgrade prioritization,…
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