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Sheriff reports steady jail population, staffing levels and program plans
Summary
Warren Countys sheriff told commissioners the county jail—built in 1992—has 40 beds (plus six holding beds), an average daily population around 35, and staffing of 12 correctional officers; he outlined maintenance needs, inmate programming and outstanding billings to the Department of Corrections.
Warren Countys sheriff presented the offices annual report, telling commissioners the county jail "is a 40 bed facility, with additional 6 bed needs" and that the facility, constructed in 1992, is starting to show wear and tear.
The sheriff said staffing currently includes 12 correctional officers and two kitchen staff, which he described as "adequate based on our population." He listed recent maintenance work — replacement of a water softener and repair of a hot water leak — and warned ongoing maintenance will be required as the building ages.
The report included program and financial details. The sheriff said the jail continues to offer life-skills classes through Crossroads Recovery and hopes to add a Narcotics Anonymous group this year. He also said church services continue, provided weekly by Harvest Chapel's Greg Tyra.
On finances, the sheriff reported a $10,000 additional appropriation for medical services and returned balances to the general fund, noting the county jail fund returned $34,653.21. He said the Department of Corrections was billed approximately $75,849.49 last year, with about $16,464 outstanding but being paid.
The sheriff gave activity statistics for the year: about 319 bookings, 99 field arrests, 75,849.49 in DOC billings (as reported), an average daily population around 35, and no in-custody deaths or escapes. He also summarized traffic enforcement and criminal investigations data used to contextualize arrest sources.
Commissioners asked about vehicle and equipment updates (graphics, upfitters and radio installations) and heard that new vehicles and radios are expected in the coming weeks. No formal board actions were required on the annual report itself; commissioners thanked staff for staying on top of maintenance and programs.
The county will continue to monitor jail capacity, ongoing maintenance needs, and receivables from outside housing and DOC billings.
