Juvenile Assessment Center Reasons for Investigation California Penal Code Section 919 (b) requires that the Civil*

Wards undergo health, injury and mental health assessments upon entry.

Basic education is provided all wards. The school hours meet minimum state standards.

Rehabilitative programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Anger Management and group and individual therapy are provided.

A new 4 x 4 vehicle was purchased to transport wards to and from Truckee or out of county. This purchase was in compliance with a previous Grand Jury recommendation.

The Board of Corrections has stated the "physical plant is old and in need of replacement." It has also commended the staff for "their hard work and ability to do their job with limited resources." On March 29, 2000, groundbreaking ceremonies for the new juvenile assessment center

took place. This new facility will be a 25,845 square foot building capable of housing 30 wards initially, and upon completion will be capable of handling up to 60 wards. · The housing units are designed in pods surrounding the central control center which has direct visual contact with all wards. · Each tiered housing unit has a dayroom with access to classrooms and outdoor recreation areas. A full service kitchen, laundry and 4-bed medical isolation unit, located next to the medical clinic, are included. The project is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2001. CONCLUSIONS The new Carl F. Bryan, II Juvenile Assessment Center will provide the staff with needed space and security to perform duties and provide wards with expanded educational and rehabilitation programs.