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County criminal-justice program credited with reduced recidivism in statewide report
Summary
Mike reported the committee heard from Northwood Tech about HSED and vocational programs in the jail; he said 18 people completed HSED this year and that the statewide program corresponded with a reported 47% reduction in recidivism.
Mike told the committee the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council heard a presentation from Aurelie Carroll of Northwood Tech about jail-based HSED and workforce training programs.
"She works with the jail population about 10 hours a week... 18 people completed HSED this year alone," Mike said, adding that the program includes vocational training such as welding and helps connect inmates to post-secondary opportunities.
Mike reported that, since such programs were implemented statewide, there has reportedly been a 47% reduction in recidivism within the statewide jail system; he described the local programs as contributing to youth diversion and improved behavior among individuals in court.
The committee recognized the program's positive outcomes and did not take formal action at this meeting; members encouraged continued coordination with Northwood Tech and local judges to expand reentry supports.
