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Franklin County jail leaders report repairs, staffing progress and re-entry gains
Summary
County jail officials told the Fiscal Court they addressed minor inspection deficiencies, completed facility repairs including flooring and a security fence, are reducing administrative positions and improving deputy staffing, and are expanding re-entry programs that the county expects will generate cost savings and reduce recidivism.
Franklin County jail leadership delivered a quarterly update during the Nov. 26 work session, outlining recent facility repairs, staffing changes and re-entry work intended to reduce operating costs and support inmates’ successful reintegration.
The jail reported completed repairs to dormitory and kitchen areas (epoxy flooring, concrete repairs), fire‐sprinkler work and a perimeter security fence erected using inmate labor. Staff said a recent Department of Corrections inspection identified five areas for improvement; most issues were addressed promptly and remaining…
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