Fond du Lac County Considers Jail and Justice Center Project

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Fond du Lac County in Wisconsin is taking steps towards a proposed jail and justice center project. Two county committees and the full county board will vote on authorizing the acceptance of a bid for schematic designs and entering into an agreement for a comprehensive jail planning study. The total cost for the designs and study is $211,250, which would come from the county's 'Contingency-Major Projects' account.

Why it matters

The proposed jail and justice center project aims to address issues within Fond du Lac County's criminal justice system, including jail population forecasting, justice system assessment, and alternatives to incarceration programs. Improving the county's detention and justice facilities could have significant impacts on public safety and the overall functioning of the criminal justice system.

The details

The resolution being voted on would authorize the county to accept a bid from Venture Architects, LLC to complete 'Phase One Jail Project Schematic Designs' for two potential sites - Western Ave. and Scott Rd. The resolution would also enter into a service agreement with Just Us Service Group, LLC to conduct a comprehensive jail planning study focusing on jail population forecasting, justice system assessment, and alternatives to incarceration programs.

• The finance, personnel and economic development committee will vote on the resolution during its 4:00 p.m. meeting.
• The resolution will then be in front of the executive committee when it meets at 5:00 p.m.
• Finally, the county board will vote on the measure at 6 p.m.

What’s next

If the county committees and board approve the resolution, Venture Architects will proceed with the schematic designs and Just Us Service Group will conduct the comprehensive jail planning study.