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Findings and Recommendations
7 findings
The new Dambacher Detention Center facility offers vastly improved safety and security for inmates, staff, and the public at large through a multitude of design improvements compared to the old jail. Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
The new Dambacher Detention Center facilities and esthetics offer an improved environment for inmates and staff that could be expected to result in behavioral benefits in the inmate population as well as help with staff recruitment and retention. Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
The new Dambacher Detention Center has expanded classroom facilities to support improved educational and training opportunities for inmates as compared to the old jail and the hiring of an educator demonstrates commitment to improving educational programs for inmates. Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
Mechanical HVAC systems at Dambacher Detention Center have not been working properly or reliably, which endangers some inmates with heat sensitivities. The new system problems which could be caused by design or installation errors have persisted for an unreasonable amount of time. Response: Agree The Grand Jury recommends to have facilities
No recommendations for this finding
Education programs were largely suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic and this has adversely affected inmates by failing to keep inmates occupied with productive activities that focus on positive behavior. These programs can impact public safety with reduced recidivism and increase prison safety with improved conduct; this opportunity is being missed. DDCGrand Jury Response- |4 Response: Agree Findings #7. While Dambacher Detention Center has the technological infrastructure in place to be able to offer virtual education and programs it has not done so during COVID-19 when in-person programs have been limited. This lack of programs has adversely affected inmates by failing to keep inmates occupied with productive activities that focus on positive behavior. These programs can impact public safety with reduced recidivism and increasing prison safety with improved conduct; this opportunity is being missed. Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
The staffing shortage at Dambacher Detention Center causes mandated overtime which can lead to staff burnout, lower staff retention and adversely affects the County budget. Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
The discrepancy in pay compared to other counties leads to higher staff turnover and recruitment challenges. Response: Agree
No recommendations for this finding
