DEPARTMENT: Community Corrections
FILE TYPE: Regular Information
TITLE
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Update On Juvenile Services Center
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Receive an update on the Dakota County Juvenile Services Center (JSC).
SUMMARY
Community Corrections will present to the Dakota County Board of Commissioners on revenue options for the JSC. The presentation will review past and present use of JSC beds by both Dakota County and those purchased by other counties. It will include a discussion on future use of beds in the JSC and potential contract options with other counties.
The demand for secure correctional beds for juveniles is increasing while the number of available beds has decreased. Dakota County has been approached by several counties requesting a contract for guaranteed bed space. The JSC, at the same time, is working to manage staff turnover and improve retention. Dakota County has not previously contracted with other counties for beds. There are several potential benefits and challenges to consider.
Concerns surrounding juvenile justice is receiving increased attention in Minnesota and states around the nation. The attention to justice reform has included a focus on secure correctional facilities, specifically around its use of disciplinary room time. Given these developments, a review of the future business model is timely.
OUTCOMES
Dakota County JSC does not contract for guaranteed out-of-county beds. The 2022 daily average number of beds at the JSC sold to other counties in Minnesota is seven, and the 2022 daily average number of beds occupied by Dakota County residents is 14.
The budgeted revenue in 2022 and 2023 is $622,607. The JSC projected actual revenue in 2022 is $700,000.
In 2022 Dakota County JSC helped support public safety by selling over 2,200 bed days to surrounding counties.
RECOMMENDATION
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Information only; no action requested.
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
None.
☒ None ☐ Current budget ☐ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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Information only; no action requested.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
BOARD GOALS
☒ A Great Place to Live ☐ A Healthy Environment
☐ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☒ Excellence in Public Service
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT LEVEL
☒ Inform and Listen ☐ Discuss ☐ Involve ☒ N/A
CONTACTS
Department Head: Suwana Kirkland
Author: Debi DeFoe