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Supervisors flag extensive repairs needed at juvenile detention facility; estimated costs could approach $1 million
Summary
After touring the Trusper Hoyte juvenile detention center, supervisors said the building requires significant maintenance and structural work possibly totaling around $1 million; they proposed forming a task force and beginning long-term planning rather than immediate large expenditures.
Supervisors raised concern about the condition of the Trusper Hoyte juvenile detention facility after a recent tour and urged the start of long‑term planning to address maintenance and structural needs.
Supervisors Dietrich and Dave reported on the tour with county staff and the juvenile detention director, saying they observed multiple maintenance issues throughout the building — including roof and wall concerns — that will require substantial work. Building staff provided an estimate that comprehensive repairs could run as much as $1 million. Supervisors emphasized that staff and juveniles are not in immediate danger but said the county should begin task‑force discussions to consider repair, consolidation, or future relocation options rather than delaying decisions.
They asked building services and county leadership to develop options for board consideration, noting some short‑term repairs will be necessary to keep the facility operational while long‑term plans are developed. The board did not take formal action at the meeting but directed staff to bring back proposals and cost estimates.
Supervisors thanked juvenile‑detention staff for ongoing operations and asked for a timeline and prioritized task list from building services and the department director.
