Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Tuesday, February 25

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Tuesday, February 25, 2020 – 2 p.m.

UCCS Downtown Campus 102 S. Tejon St. Ste. 105-A, Colorado Springs

1. Welcome / Introductions (Chair)

A. CJCC Member Update (Tim Wolken) 2. Approval of Meeting Minutes (Chair) 3. Action Items

A. Officer Elections (Chair) B. 2020 Sunshine Act Memorandum (Alexis Harper)

4. Committee Reports A. Pretrial Services Community Advisory Board (Chief Judge Bain) B. Strategic Planning Committee (Rosalie Roy) C. Behavioral Health Committee (Carey Boelter and Billie Ratliff) D. Financial Resources Committee (Christine Burns) E. Transition to Workforce Committee (Christine Richard) F. Legislative Affairs Committee (Janet Huffor) 5. General Reports A. 2019 - 2021 CJCC Action Plan Progress Tracking Sheet (Alexis Harper) B. Quarterly Criminal Justice Metrics Report (Alexis Harper) 6. Discussion Items

A. Community Behavioral Health Study Efforts (Alexis Harper, Susan Anthony, and Janet Huffor)

B. Project Self-Surrender Overview (Scot Smith) C. Other Discussion Items

7. Next Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2020 / 2 – 4 p.m. / UCCS Downtown or Other?

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Agenda Item Summary Agenda Item Title: CJCC Member Update Agenda Date: February 25, 2020 Agenda Item Number: #1 - A Presenter: Tim Wolken, Director, Community Services Department, El Paso County Information: X Endorsement:

The following changes have been made to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) membership since our November 2019 meeting: 1. The El Paso County Board of County Commissioners appointed Commissioners Stan VanderWerf and Holly Williams (replacing Commissioner Mark Waller) as co-liaisons to the CJCC in 2020. 2. Adam Roberts, President and CEO of AspenPointe, will serve on the CJCC beginning in 2020. If Mr. Roberts is unable to attend, Mary Ellen Benson, Vice President of Healthcare Innovation, will represent AspenPointe. 3. Vincent Niski, Chief of Police, Colorado Springs Police Department, has asked Deputy Chief Mark Smith to represent the Police Department on the CJCC in 2020. Proposed Council Action Information Only

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Meeting Minutes Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2019 Location: UCCS Downtown Campus 1. Chair Commissioner Stan VanderWerf welcomed Council members. 2. The following Council members or their representatives were in attendance: Stan VanderWerf Board of County Commissioners Rosalie Roy Public Defender’s Office Julie Krow Department of Human Services Mark Allison Division of Adult Parole Ellen Walker Probation, 4th Judicial District William Bain 4th Judicial District Jon Caudill UCCS School of Public Affairs Jane O’Day Colorado Springs Municipal Court Janet Huffor El Paso County Sheriff Jeff Cook Springs Rescue Mission

Amy Folsom El Paso County Administration Tim Wolken El Paso County Community Services Department Susan Wheelan El Paso County Public Health Diana May El Paso County Attorney’s Office Chris Heberer City of Fountain Police Department Mary Ellen Benson AspenPointe Traci Marques Pikes Peak Workforce Center Russ Bogardus Citizen 3. Tim Wolken provided an overview of recent CJCC membership changes: Aimee Cox,

CEO of Community Health Partnership has resigned and relocated to San Diego, CA. Amber Ptak, the newly appointed interim CEO is representing CHP on the CJCC until further notice. Additionally, Dr. Jennifer Dabros resigned from AspenPointe, and a new CJCC representative is being appointed.

4. Tim Wolken moved to approve the August 27, 2019 meeting minutes. Jeff Cook

seconded. The motion carried unanimously. 5. The following committee chairs or their representatives provided updates on committee

activities: Pretrial Services – William Bain Strategic Planning – Rosalie Roy Behavioral Health – Alexis Harper Financial Resources – Christine Burns Transition to Workforce – Christine Richard Legislative Affairs – Janet Huffor

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6. During the Pretrial Services Community Advisory Board update, membership changes were mentioned, including the resignation of Sallie Clark as a citizen member, with the committee open to suggestions for new members. Chair VanderWerf highlighted the Board of County Commissioners will vote on the 2020 County Budget on December 10, which will include a decision on funding two additional positions for Pretrial Services.

7. The Behavioral Health Committee update focused on informing the CJCC that the grant

application to the Colorado Springs Health Foundation for the Criminal Justice and Behavioral Health Gaps and Needs Analysis had been submitted on October 31st. Dr. Harper stated the hope to hear about the award before the end of November, and thanked all partners and stakeholders who supported and contributed to the development and submission of the grant application. The Committee is working to elect a new Chair, as Matthew Caywood has retired.

8. Additional grant application news was discussed regarding the Financial Resources

Committee grant tracking spreadsheet. Christine Burns was asked by the CJCC to add Public Health grants to the list of tracked grants, offering a greater awareness of all partner efforts in grant awards.

9. Janet Huffor, chair of the Legislative Affairs Committee, offered the CJCC information on

how legislation will be tracked and information will be distributed to members during the legislative session. The CJCC agreed a weekly spreadsheet listing proposed bills, general information, potential affects on the Pikes Peak Region, and status of the bill would be helpful in tracking legislative changes that move quickly during the session.

10. During a review of the Criminal Justice Metrics Report, CJCC members requested

adding information on statistics relevant to the Crisis Response Team operating within Colorado Springs by the Colorado Springs Fire Department. These new metrics will give a more well rounded idea of crisis intervention across the region, for the city from CRT, and for El Paso County from BHCON.

11. A discussion on 2019-2021 Action Plan modifications to include Action Plan Items

relevant to the newly adopted Legislative Affairs Committee resulted in a motion by Chris Heberer to strike the 4th action, “Work with CJCC Member Lobbyists on Promoting CJCC Legislative Priorities”. The motion also suggested moving only the first task within the 4th action, “Build relationships with El Paso County legislators who focus on criminal justice related issues” to the first action, “General Monitoring of Criminal Justice Legislation”. The motion was seconded by Jon Caudill, and was passed by all voting members, with abstentions from William Bain, Ellen Walker, and Jane O’Day. Dr. Harper will make the approved changes and modify the Action Plan accordingly.

12. The proposed 2020 CJCC meeting dates for Tuesdays February 25, May 19, August 25,

and December 1 from 2-4 PM were so moved for approval by Ellen Walker, seconded by Traci Marques, and approved unanimously.

13. The meeting adjourned at 3:55 PM.

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Agenda Item Summary Agenda Item Title: Officer Elections Agenda Date: February 25, 2020 Agenda Item Number: #3 - A Presenter: Stan VanderWerf, Chairperson Information: X Endorsement:

Article IV of the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) Bylaws includes the election of officers at the first meeting of each year. Please find below the excerpt from the bylaws addressing the election process. ARTICLE IV - OFFICERS Section 1 Election The Officers shall consist of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Second Vice-Chair Person. The Chairperson and Vice Chairpersons shall be elected by a vote of the Council members at the first meeting of each year of the Council. Section 2 Duties The Chairperson shall conduct the meetings in accordance with the normal duties of a Chairperson and shall exercise the normal functions of a Chairperson. The Vice Chairperson shall conduct meetings in the absence of the Chairperson and shall exercise the normal functions of the Chairperson. In the absence of the Chairperson and the Vice Chairperson, the second Vice-Chairperson shall perform the above functions. The current officers include: Chair - Commissioner Stan VanderWerf Vice-Chairperson - Chief Judge Bain Second Vice-Chairperson - Mark Allison Recommended Motion: Move the following officers for the 2020 - 2021 year: Chairperson ____________________ Vice-Chairperson ____________________ Second Vice-Chairperson ____________________

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Agenda Item Summary Agenda Item Title: 2020 Sunshine Act Memorandum Agenda Date: February 25, 2020 Agenda Item Number: #3 - B Presenter: Alexis Harper, Criminal Justice Planner, El Paso County Information: Endorsement: X

Pursuant to guidelines established by the El Paso County Board of County Commissioners for compliance with the Colorado Open Public Meeting Sunshine Act, the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council annually endorses a memorandum at the first meeting of the year that addresses the posting place for public meeting notices and the location of meetings, the official custodian of board minutes, and the location of where the minutes will be on file. Please find enclosed the draft memorandum for consideration and / or endorsement. Recommended Motion: Move to endorse the 2020 Sunshine Act Memorandum.

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SUNSHINE LAW 2020 MEMORANDUM TO: Kristy Smart, Clerk to the Board Manager FROM: Alexis Harper, Criminal Justice Planner, Community Services Department

RE: 2020 Sunshine Act Memorandum Criminal Justice Coordinating Council DATE: February 25, 2020 Pursuant to guidelines established by the Board of County Commissioners for compliance with the Colorado Open Public Meeting Sunshine Act (Sunshine Act), the following information addresses whereby each county Board or Commission shall notify the Clerk to the Board Manager of the posting place for public meeting notices and the location of meetings, the official custodian of board minutes, and the location of where the minutes will be on file. The Director of Community Services, or his designee, shall be responsible for ensuring that appropriate notice of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) meetings. The respective agendas will be posted on the County’s website. Notice will be given in the form of an agenda which will state the date, time, and place of the respective meetings as required by the Sunshine Act. The Director of Community Services, or his designee, shall serve as the official custodian of the CJCC meeting minutes. The record of all meeting minutes will be on file at the Criminal Justice Planning office, 2880 International Circle, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80910, and are available at this location for public review and will be posted on the website. This procedure for compliance with the Sunshine Act for the 2020 calendar year was endorsed by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council of the Pikes Peak Region at their meeting on February 25, 2020. Please contact me at 520-6743 if you have questions or need additional information.

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PRETRIAL SERVICES COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD

February 25, Report Committee Members

Chief Judge William Bain, 4th Judicial District (Chair) Lt. Michael Baier, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Dr. Jonathan Caudill, Citizen Judge Shannon Gerhart, 4th Judicial District Patrick Kelly, Citizen Jeff Lindsey, 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office Katherine Livornese, Court Operations Specialist, 4th Judicial District Rosalie Roy, Managing Deputy State Public Defender, 4th Judicial District Margaret Vellar, Chief Deputy District Attorney, 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office Mark Waller, El Paso County Commissioner Tim Wolken, El Paso County Community Services Department Staff: Christine Burns, Community Outreach Division, El Paso County Dawn Montoya, Pretrial Services Program, El Paso County Committee Highlights

1. The Pretrial Services Community Advisory Board (Board) met on February 5, 2020. 2. Two additional pretrial staff positions were approved in the 2020 County Budget. Staff

positions will be added to the Pretrial Services Supervision Unit. 3. During 2019, staff interviewed and completed a risk assessment on 4036 defendants

placed on the advisement docket. In 2018, staff interviewed and assessed 2788 defendants, a 45% increase in defendant interviews and completed risk assessments. In 2018, the total number of PR Bonds tracked was 2560. In 2019, the number of PR Bonds tracked was 5474. There has been a 114% increase in the number of PR Bonds issued in 2018 to the number of PR Bonds issued in 2019.

4. SB20-161 has been introduced concerning pretrial release and requiring a pretrial

release assessment process within 24 hours after admission to a detention facility, an administrative order for immediate pretrial release without monetary conditions, and for all counties to implement pretrial service programs.

5. The Colorado Association of Pretrial Services (CAPS) self-review has been completed

with a final report of findings received. Staff continue to work on procedures to align with state and national standards.

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6. Dr. Harper presented research using the most recent data available from Pretrial Services, from the FY 2018-19 period. This research sought to determine the validity of the CPAT for use in El Paso County and what specific information within the pretrial interview form is most relevant to predicting failure to appear and public safety risk. Findings suggest some of the CPAT and interview questions matter more for predicting risk of program failure while on PR Bond, and that questions pertaining to criminal history were most relevant. Other predictors for failure to appear include whether the person does not have a full-time job and/or is homeless, but employment, and living with a spouse and children are protective factors that have been shown to increase pretrial services program success. Conversations with local judges and Pretrial Services Community Advisory Board members continue as Dr. Harper works with Pretrial Services staff to make recommendations for program improvement.

7. The Pretrial Services Community Advisory Board welcomed new citizen board member

Patrick Kelly.

8. The next committee meeting will be held May 6, 2020.

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STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE

February 25, 2020 Report Committee Members

Rosalie Roy, Managing Deputy State Public Defender, 4th Judicial District (Chair) Russ Bogardus, Citizen Bridget Collins, Deputy Court Executive, 4th Judicial District Teri Frank, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Chris Garvin, El Paso County Department of Human Services Lori Griffith, 4th Judicial District Probation Department Jeff Lindsey, El Paso County District Attorney's Office Susan Wheelan, El Paso County Public Health Brandon Wilson, El Paso County Interagency Relations Tim Wolken, El Paso County Community Services Department

Committee Highlights

1. The Strategic Planning Committee met on January 23, 2020. 2. The Committee discussed goals within the other committees and worked to provide

suggestions for how to meet those goals, including a conversation surrounding potential mechanisms for reducing the average daily jail population, such as increases in the use of Pretrial Services and the use of felony summons.

3. Discussions of how to be measure outcomes for each of the CJCC Committees

continue, especially within the potential for data and information sharing opportunities. With several legislative actions relating to the reporting of data, these efforts and interests will grow.

The Committee recognized and highlighted how these efforts may increase as the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office works to implement their new data system. Additionally, the CJCC continues to build relationships with community service providers, as we work to gather and share information for the ongoing Criminal Justice and Behavioral Health Study.

4. Family Justice Center Feasibility Study Update:

The feasibility study has been completed. Brandon Wilson will offer a Final Report overview at the second quarter meeting.

5. The next committee meeting will be held April 23, 2020.

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COMMITTEE

February 25, 2020 Report

Committee Members

Carey Boelter, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (Co-Chair) Billie Ratliff, Memorial/UC Health (Co-Chair) Dr. Victoria Allen-Sanchez, CSFD, CARES Kathryn Chacon, El Paso County Department of Human Services Charlene Coffin, Penrose-St. Francis Health Services Julie Gittens, Bridges Behavioral Treatment Services Jane Gravelle, El Paso County Department of Human Services Stephanie Green, Another Life Foundation Doug Greenberg, El Paso County Department of Human Services Judy Haller, 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office Brenda Heimbach, El Paso County Public Health Dr. Robin Johnson, El Paso County Public Health Andrea Kedley, Colorado Community Health Alliance Kelly McCullough, Public Defender’s Office, 4th Judicial District Claire Moon, 4th Judicial District Probation Department Marysia Pawlik, AspenPointe Joe Sanchez, TESSA Joel Siebersma, Springs Rescue Mission Lynn Shull, National Alliance on Mental Illness Committee Highlights 1. Committee meetings were held December 13, January 24, and February 14.

2. Members voted during the January meeting to elect Sheriff’s Office Behavioral Health

Programs Manager, Carey Boelter, and Memorial Hospital Director of Behavioral Health, Billie Ratliff, as the new Co-Chairs of the Behavioral Health Committee.

3. Behavioral Health Connect (BHCON) Update:

The El Paso County Sheriff Office’s BHCON units are expanding and continue to offer incredible assistance to law enforcement and the community. EPSO and UCHealth hired the clinician for the second team as well as the case manager. Both positions started mid-December and have completed initial training. The case manager has already been taking referrals and making follow up attempts with individuals seen by BHCON. The second BHCON team is set to hit the road in mid- February. Both the second clinician and case manager will be attending CIT Training the first week of March. The BHCON team will be attending the first ever National Co-Responder Conference in Olathe, Kansas the second week of March. A one-page 2019 Statistics Review for BHCON is attached for your information.

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4. Discussions with the Pikes Peak Library District continue as the Behavioral Health Committee works to assist in updating the Helping Hands community resource guide. The Committee has identified a variety of areas where resource information can be increased, including listing services offered by county offices such as Public Health and DHS, as well as how to access other services in the community for special needs populations. The resource guide will be updated regularly through collaboration with Pikes Peak Library District.

5. The Committee has been working with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to review

information from citizens regarding their experiences in receiving behavioral health services and concerns with criminal justice involvement. Insights from citizens are helpful to the committee in understanding process concerns and how to potentially address difficulties. Feedback from the Governor’s Behavioral Health Task Force Public Testimony opportunity on February 26th in El Paso County will also be synthesized to provide the CJCC with information on citizen concerns.

6. The Committee typically meets on the 2nd Friday of each month.

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372

90

74

31

25

21

17

Check the Welfare

Other

Disturbance

Citizen Contact

Domestic Violence

Suspicious Incident

Suicide Related

BHCON/ Behavioral Health Connect 2019 Statistics

Treat in

Place 52%Other

30%

M1

12%

Walk In

Clinic4%

Arrest

2%

CALLS FOR SERVICE

630

TOTAL INCIDENTS

1174

AVG. TIME TO CALL

15 MIN

AVG. TIME ON SCENE

44 MIN

AVG. MILES TO CALLS

13 MILES

TOTAL MILES DRIVEN

8,744 MILES

465CLIENTS

SERVICED

BHCON primarily responded to Check the Welfare calls.

About half the time, BHCON Treated in Place.

BHCON released 408 emergency units back into service.

EPSO PATROL

264FIRE

72MEDICAL

72

BHCON’s main goal is diversion from the Jail and ED.

92%CALLS

DIVERTED FROM ED

98%CALLS

DIVERTED FROM JAIL

BHCON received 99 referrals from internal and external organizations.

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FINANCIAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE

February 25, 2020 Report Committee Members Christine Burns, El Paso County Community Services Department (Chair) Russ Bogardus, Citizen Jason Jacobson, El Paso County Financial Services’ Budget Division Andrew Prehm, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Carla Smith, Colorado Springs Finance Scott Sosebee, Court Executive, 4th Judicial District Committee Highlights

1. About the Office of Justice Programs: The Office of Justice Programs, directed by Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Katharine Sullivan, provides federal leadership, grants, training, technical assistance and other resources to improve the nation’s capacity to prevent and reduce crime, assist victims and enhance the rule of law by strengthening the criminal and juvenile justice systems. More information about OJP and its components can be found at: www.ojp.gov.

2. A 2020 grants spreadsheet is attached. CJCC members are encouraged to submit information to the committee to be included in the spreadsheet.

3. The next committee meeting will be held April 23, 2020.

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http://www.ojp.gov/

Reporting Organization Funding / Grant Source Considering AppliedDate

Applied Awarded Amount Project Description

4th Judicial District - Pretrial Services

Program

Bureau of Justice Affairs or SAMHSA Grant Yes Pretrial Defendant Substance Use Disorder Treatment

Colorado Springs Police Department Colorado Department of Local Affairs Yes976,770.00$

2020-2021 Gray Black Marijuana Enforcement

Colorado Springs Police Department Office of National Drug Control Policy Yes 304,843.00$ High Intensity Drug Trafficking

Colorado Springs Police Department Office of National Drug Control Policy Yes 283,419.00$ High Intensity Drug Trafficking

Colorado Springs Police Department 4th Judicial District Attorney Yes 238,040.00$ 2020 VALE: Victim Advocacy Unit Program

Colorado Springs Police Department US Department of Justice Yes Jan-20 998,760.00$ PENDING: Continuation funding for Improving Criminal

Justice Response to Domestic Violence. Subrecipients

include 4th JD Attorney and TESSACriminal Justice Coordinating Council Colorado Springs Health Foundation Oct-19 Yes 60,000.00$ Behavioral Health/Criminal Justice Analysis

El Paso County Public Health CO Dept. of Public Health: SB19-228 Yes 195,547.05$ One-time funding to address opioid and other substance

use priorities using public health interventions. The funds

must be spent by June 30, 2020 and are intended to

include strategies that address prevention, intervention,

treatment and infrastructure-building

El Paso County Sheriff's Office Gray & Black Market JM Enforcement Grant Yes 458,977.00$ thru 6/30/2020El Paso County Sheriff's Office Gray & Black Market JM Enforcement Grant Yes 388,631.14$ thru 6/30/2021El Paso County Sheriff's Office Click It or Ticket Yes 18,000.00$ 2020 Application is PendingEl Paso County Sheriff's Office Beat Auto Theft Through Law Enforcement Yes 71,450.00$ 2020 Application is PendingEl Paso County Sheriff's Office High Visibility Impaired Driving Enforcement Yes 149,999.00$ Pikes Peak Workforce Center Colorado Department of Corrections Yes 194,040.00$ Road to Work Program to provide employment readiness

training, coaching and job placement assistance for men and

women on parole.

$4,338,476.19

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council - Financial Resources Committee

(as reported by Council and Committee Members)

Members of the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council are encouraged to share their grant funding and grant intentions with the membership to encourage collaboration, partnership and efficient use of criminal

justice resources. Please send updates to this spreadsheet to the Financial Resources Committee at [email protected]

Total Funding

2020 Criminal Justice Third Party Funding / Grant Funds

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TRANSITION TO WORKFORCE COMMITTEE


Committee Members

Christine Richard, Colorado Department of Corrections, Division of Adult Parole (Co-Chair) Jen McKee, Pikes Peak Workforce Center (Co-Chair) Pedro Arellano, Springs Rescue Mission Becky Boerjan, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Armi Hall, Springs Recue Mission Volunteer Cliff Hunter, Springs Rescue Mission Hilary Johnson, ComCor, Inc. Denise Krug, Discover Goodwill Jess Larsen, 4th Judicial District Probation Department Kurt Runge, 4th Judicial District Probation Department Dywane Thompson, Colorado Community Health Alliance Tandi Zerfoss, Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center


1. The Committee met on January 22, 2020.

2. Members voted to elect Pikes Peak Workforce Center Workforce Development Specialist, Jennifer McKee, to serve as a Co-Chair with Christine Richard.

3. The Transition to Workforce Committee will host an Employer Association Meet-Up this spring, which will hopefully be the start of quarterly meetings for the employers’ network. Discussions on the type of information employers would find helpful, as well as how referrals to open job positions should be made will also be a major objective of the Meet-Up.The first Employers Association Meet-Up Agenda includes:

A. What will you receive out of joining the association?1. Collaboration with other employers2. Opportunity to pay it forward and give someone an opportunity to change

their life3. Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)/Bonding4. WAGE reimbursement programs

B. What are the Gaps that we might be missing when placing a justice involved individual with your company?

4. The Development of an Employers Association Logo is underway to be able to provide members with an image and branded swag that reflects the importance of their membership and participation in the network.

5. The committee typically meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS COMMITTEE


Committee Members

Janet Huffor, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (Chair) Dr. Alexis Harper, El Paso County Community Services Department Carly Hoff, City of Colorado Springs Dr. George Reed, University of Colorado Colorado Springs; School of Public Affairs J. Adrian Stanley, El Paso County Public HealthBrandon Wilson, El Paso County Interagency Relations


1. The committee met on December 17 and has communicated through email since thebeginning for the Second Regular Session of the 72nd Colorado General Assembly.

2. The committee’s Mission Statement and Action Plan items have been added to theCJCC 2019-2021 Action Plan.

3. The committee releases a CJCC Bill Report weekly, providing members with informationon bills relevant to the interests of the CJCC as outlined in the 2019-2021 Action Planand proposed legislation which might impact CJCC interests and/or impact the PikesPeak Region Criminal Justice System. Currently the Legislative Affairs Committee istracking approximately 30 bills.

A few bills of interest to be highlighted include:• HB20-1017 – Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Criminal Justice System

o The bill requires the department of corrections, local jails, multijurisdictionaljails, municipal jails, and state department of human services facilities tomake available at least one opioid agonist and one opioid antagonist to aperson in custody with an opioid use disorder throughout the duration of theperson's incarceration or commitment. Colorado Counties, Inc. (CCI) hasofficially opposed the bill, though there are multiple amendments that arecontinuing stakeholder conversations.

• HB20-1019 – Prison Population Reduction and Managemento This bill would open the Centennial South Campus of the Centennial

Correctional Facility for close custody inmates and require the removal ofinmates from private prisons as inmates are housed at this facility. The billdirects the department of corrections to study how to end the practice ofusing private prisons by 2025 in a responsible way.

• HB20-1035 – Programs to Develop Housing Support Serviceso This bill establishes and expands programs within the division of housing in

the department of local affairs to build the capacity of communities across thestate to provide supportive housing services to individuals with behavioral,mental health, or substance use disorders who are homeless or at risk ofbecoming homeless and who have contact with the criminal or juvenile justicesystem.

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• SB20-161 – Pretrial Release o This bill requires each judicial district to implement a pretrial release

assessment process to assess arrested persons as soon as practicable but not later than 24 hours after admission to a detention facility. CCI has officially opposed the bill, and various concerns have been voiced across El Paso County Offices regarding potential financial impacts.

• SB20-1123 – Grace Period Before Failure to Appear o This bill prohibits a court from issuing a warrant for failing to appear at a

scheduled court appearance for 72 hours after the missed appearance; If the defendant presents himself or herself to the court during the 72-hour period, the court shall not issue a warrant. It is predicted that this bill will change dramatically considering various judicial concerns, and conversations around allowing a “safe harbor” period for people to rectify a missed court date are ongoing.

4. The committee will meet as needed during the legislative session.

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Agenda Item Summary Agenda Item: 2019 - 2021 CJCC Action Plan Progress Tracking Sheet Agenda Date: February 25, 2020 Agenda Item Number: #5 – A Presenter: Alexis Harper, Ph.D., Criminal Justice Planner, El Paso County Information: X Approval: The CJCC Strategic Planning Committee has coordinated the development of the attached 2019 - 2021 CJCC Action Plan Progress Tracking Sheet. The Action Plan Progress Tracking Sheet will display the efforts of the CJCC over the next three years as we strive to enhance the criminal justice system in the Pikes Peak region. The tracking sheet displays the overall “Actions”, and specific tasks for each committee, along with the tasks or project managers, priority and status of the tasks, and any notes related to accomplishment of the tasks. Dr. Harper will highlight high priority items and those that have seen progress since the last meeting. Proposed Council Action Information only

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Pretrial Services Community Advisory Board Actions Tasks Project Manager Priority Status NotesEvaluate the jail population to inform PR Bond recommendations

A. Harper 2019-2020 In ProgressRisk Assessment Analysis and local CPAT validation complete.

Explore using a pretrial work release program 2020

Explore implementing an administrative release authority C. Burns 2020 Research PhaseLegislation to be proposed in 2020 by Senator Pete Lee regarding Bail Bond Reform that may address this matter

Align Pretrial Services Operations with State StandardsCompleted the CAPS self-review and submit for an onsite review by CAPS

D. Montoya 2019 CompletedSelf-review Completed and submitted to CAPS; Report of Final Findings received in December 2019

Consider National Standards for Pretrial ServicesUtilize NIC recommended outcome and performance measures and critical data needs for pretrial services programs

C. Burns 2020 In Progress

Align with evidence-based practices C. Burns 2020 Identifying EB Practices To follow self-reviewValidate Pretrial Services recommendation matrix with compliance with supervised conditions

A. Harper 2021

Track the length of time a defendant is on pretrial supervision

A. Harper 2020 In Progress

Develop a means to survey pretrial defendants and stakeholders for value of pretrial supervision C. Burns 2021

Strategic Planning Committee Actions Tasks Project Manager Priority Status Notes

Monitor CJCC Action Plan ProgressAssist committees with task completion, provide feedback, track status. A. Harper Ongoing

Report at each quarterly meeting the committee's progress

Research evidence-based practices used in other jurisdictions A. Harper OngoingReport at quarterly meetings new practices of other counties/Release monthly newsletter

Participate in NNCJCC/attend national conferenceResearch innovative practices to divert people from the CJC L. Griffith In Progress Self-Surrender Develop the duties and responsibilities for an intern A. Harper 2019 Completed Spring 2020 Intern - Douglas Condit

Inform local colleges/universities of the internship opportunities for students

A. Harper 2019 CompletedUCCS makes semesterly recommendations of qualified students; Internship Panels offer students opportunities to apply

Completed the recruitment process A. Harper 2019 Completed 2019 Internships filled; 2020 in progress

Determine the feasibility of developing an integrated data system

A. Harper, T. Wolken 2019 In ProgressInitial data sharing meeting held 06/11/2019; Utilizing CJ/BH Study as info sharing opportunity

Collaborate with the Financial Resources Committee to find funding for an integrated data system

Family Justice Center Development Complete a feasibility study for developing a FJC B. Wilson 2019 CompletedContract with TESSA and Elevated Insights completed Nov. 2019

Behavioral Health Committee Actions Tasks Project Manager Priority Status NotesHost a summit to bring together CJ and behavioral health agencies and stakeholders

A. Harper, D. Greenberg 2019 CompletedSummit hosted March 20th at the Citizens Service Center

Extend invitations across the Pikes Peak Region A. Harper 2019 Completed Invitations sent February 6, 2019Identify existing services and gaps in services and a plan for addressing these gaps

A. Harper 2020 In ProgressCJ/BH Gaps & Needs Analysis underway; Consultant being hired

Develop a guide of supportive services and information on how to enroll and utilize these services

Committee Effort 2019 OngoingPartnership with Pikes Peak Library District to update community resource guide

Create an understanding of Medicaid benefits for incarcerated individuals

A. Kedley 2020 In ProgressFlowchart of how/what Medicaid covers/how to connect

Seek a Colorado Springs Health Foundation grant for a resources study

A. Harper 2019 In ProgressGrant awarded for $60,000 in Nov. 2019 to support CJ/BH Gaps and Needs Analysis

Serve as the steering committee for BHCON C. Boelter OngoingC. Boelter is the BHCON Program Manager; BHCON expanded to a second unit

Develop a behavioral health services resource guide for law enforcement

Committee Effort 2019 OngoingBHCON as developed/distributed a pocket guide

Actively participate in the Stepping Up Initiative, Complete the county self-assessment Committee Effort 2020 In Progress Review of self-assessment in Spring, 2020

Establish an Internship Program

Explore Data Sharing Opportunities

Hold a Behavioral Health/Criminal Justice Summit

Expand Behavioral Health Services

Utilize Jail Diversion Opportunities

Reduce the Jail Population Through Pretrial Services

Improve Pretrial Supervision and Case Management

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council2019-2021 Action Plan

Explore Innovative CJ Strategies

Financial Resources Committee Actions Tasks Project Manager Priority Status NotesDevelop a list of potential funders and grants to promote CJCC objective achievement

Committee Effort 2019 Ongoing Spreadsheet tracking

Work with CJCC Committees to establish timelines for research, application, and award of funds for objectives

Committee Liaisons OngoingQuarterly updates released tracking grant awards to CJCC members/partners

Consider funding opportunities from NNCJCC and NACo C. Burns Ongoing

Develop proposal templates CJCC Intern OngoingTemplates for what information is needed to apply for various grants/funding opportunities

Develop a list of potential funders and grants that could benefit CJ projects in the region

Committee Effort Ongoing

https://assets-communityservices.elpasoco.com/wp-content/uploads/Community-Outreach-Division/CJCC/Criminal-Justice-Funding-Sources.pdf

Create a distribution list of individuals interested in CJ grant opportunities

R. Bogardus

Pursue additional funding for residential community corrections and auxiliary services

C. Burns and S. Smith 2020 OngoingIncrease in funds from FY '14-15 to FY '19-20 is 49% ; Supplemental funds anticipated in 2020

Integrated Data SystemWork with the Strategic Planning Committee to seek funding for implementing an integrated data system S. Sosebee and A. Harper 2020

To follow Strategic Planning Comm. feasibility study

Transition to Workforce Committee Actions Tasks Project Manager Priority Status Notes

Develop a network of employers willing to hire ex-offenders C. Richard 2019 OngoingGoogle Docs Sheet created for Committee to access and update regularly

Release regular news updates to Employer Association members

C. Bellerdine 2019 1st Blog in JanuaryLinkedIn to release newsletters/blogs; Organizing more regular Employer Association meetings

Host various events to bring together employers willing to hire ex-offenders

C. Richard 2020 Ongoing Organizing quarterly "Coffee Meet-Ups"

Enlist guest speakers to provide knowledge and information to employers C. Richard and K. Runge 2019 Ongoing

2019 Spring Breakfast speakers from SRM, PPWFC, and CCHA

Reduce Employment Barriers for Individuals with a Criminal HistoryExplore the extension of office hours for PO meetings and UA testing

C. Richard 2020

Parole officers have begun site visits for their clients, reducing the need for them to report. Office hours are 7AM-6PM to accommodate check-ins.

Develop a tracking mechanism for citizens receiving services from the workforce centers for follow-upUtilize job and resource fairs and on the job training events PPWFC Ongoing Create a list of events for the year?

Identify and develop courses and curriculum for the workforce centers

PPWFC 2020Communication plans in development for working with employers and workforce services to promote job readiness

Legislative Affairs Committee Actions Tasks Project Manager Priority Status NotesIdentify potential CJ issues that may generate proposed bills during the next legislative session

2019Prison population management, substance abuse, pretrial practices, and more

Track proposed legislation during the legislative session 2020 Ongoing Tracking spreadsheet within committeeProvide the CJCC with info and updates regarding the status of bills

2020 Ongoing Info on tracked bills reported out regularly

Build relationships with EPC legislators who focus on CJ related issuesHighlight legislation which could impact CJCC Action Plan items

2020 OngoingProposed legislation regularly reviewed against Action Plan

Develop legislative priorities to enhance the PPR CJSForecast potential impacts of priority bills 2020 Following adoptionMonitor adopted laws and impacts on CJCC interests Following adoptionCreate a forum for communication between agencies regarding legislation and impacts

2020-2021

Provide the CJCC with timely info on bills to help inform decision-making

2020-2021

Encourage discussion on responses /approaches to legislation 2020-2021

General Monitoring of Criminal Justice Legislation

Develop Annual CJCC Legislative Priorities

Inform on Legislation and Decision-Making

Utilize Local Workforce Centers

Research and Support CJCC Actions

Research and Support Resources for Community CJ Projects

Build an Employer Association

Hold Regular Employer Association Events


Agenda Item Summary

Agenda Item: Criminal Justice Metrics Report

Agenda Date: February 25, 2020

Agenda Item Number: #5 – B

Presenter: Alexis Harper, Ph.D., Criminal Justice Planner, El Paso County

Information: X Approval:

In the interest of providing CJCC members an overview of the status of the criminal justice system, regional criminal justice statistics and metrics are reported by quarter in the attached spreadsheet. These metrics include performance measures to gauge changes and progress in various areas of the CJCC and the committees’ Action Plan items.

These metrics are updated quarterly to reflect the most current year of data available.

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Jail 2019 Q1 2019 Q2 2019 Q3 2019 Q4Total Population 7488 7561 7516 6872

Average Daily Population at the CJC 1715 1606 1583 1558

Felony Pretrial Detainees Released Average Length of Stay (Days) 29 27 24 27

Misdemeanor Pretrial Detainees Released Average Length of Stay (Days) 10 21 31 27

Felony Sentenced Inmates Released Average Length of Stay (Days) 58 57 59 60

Misdemeanor Sentenced Inmates Released Average Length of Stay (Days) 32 33 35 33

911 Calls/Referrals 126/16 152/16 153/30 199/37

Follow-Up Attempts/Successful Follow-Up Rate 60/83% 58/62% 74/86% 144/80%

% Calls Related to Check The Welfare & Suicide 57% 60% 60% 68%

% Treat in Place/Arrest (includes 911 Calls & Referrals) 46%/2% 54%/3% 48%/2% 58%/2%

Average Time to Arrive on Scene 14 min 14 min 16 min 15 min

EPSO Patrol Cars Released Back to Service 39 47 83 95

Total Incidents/Total Patients Treated 858/456 858/452 928/445 805/396

% Calls Related to Check The Welfare & Suicide 68% 84% 71% 68%

% Treat in Place 65% 62% 63% 65%

CSPD/CSFD Units Released Back to Service 719 834 781 635

PR Bonds Granted 886 1460 1661 1467

Bonds Recommended 581 638 568 681

Bonds Granted with Interview and Recommendation 61% 46% 23% 26%

Average Daily Supervised PR Bond Population 674 906 994 885

Non-Compliance Rate Public Safety/Appearance 9% 12% 12% 9%

FTA Rate 7% 10% 9% 8%

New Charges Rate 2% 2% 3% 1%

Monitoring (Drug/Alcohol) Violations Rate 3% 5% 5% 2%

Cases Interviewed Involving Domestic Violence 53% 47% 38% 34%

Successful Completions/Rate 105/52% 116/49% 90/49% 126/55%

Board Screened Referrals/Acceptance Rate into Community Corrections Programs 246/97% 262/92% 246/89% 185/89%

Average Length of Time Clients Serve in Programs (Days) 164 173 168 158Full-Time Employment Rate upon Release 52% 61% 60% 65%Entered Community Corrections with Full-Time Employment 7% 6% 9% 11%

Increase in Full-Time Employment Since Intake 45% 55% 51% 54%

EPSO BHCON Units

CSFD-CRT

Pretrial Services

Community Corrections

Criminal Justice Metrics Report – February 25, 2020

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Agenda Item Summary

Agenda Item: Community Behavioral Health Study Efforts

Agenda Date: February 25, 2020

Agenda Item Number: #6 – A

Presenter: Dr. Alexis Harper, Criminal Justice Planner, El Paso County Dr. Susan Anthony, Development and Strategic Initiatives Officer,

El Paso County Public Health Janet Huffor, Chief of Staff, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office

Information: X Endorsement:

The Behavioral Health Committee has proposed to contract with a consultant to complete an analysis of our region’s behavioral health services as it relates to our criminal justice system. Through collaboration with the El Paso County Sherriff’s Office and El Paso County Public Health, specific study interests to establish actionable outcomes have been outlined for the CJCC’s Behavioral Health Gaps and Needs Analysis of the Pikes Peak Region.

In an effort to prevent duplication of efforts, and to develop a comprehensive review of behavioral health services and steps to promote service improvement, information below summarizes respective study efforts across each agency and how these efforts are complementary and synergistic, followed by a more specific outline of what the CJCC study is proposing.

A major effort to achieve a cohesive review of behavioral health and how efforts to address needs can be combined was developed through the hiring of the same consulting firm across these studies. That consultant is Health Management Associates (HMA), and the contract to complete the CJCC study is pending.

Health Management Associates will complete the agreed upon deliverables for each contract and is also in the process of conducting a statewide behavioral health needs assessment sponsored by the Office of Behavioral Health, Colorado Department of Human Services. This statewide assessment, set to be finalized summer 2020, will provide documentation of mental health and substance use needs across the state and project future needs of Coloradans, to guide state agency policy direction and investments, and will leverage our local efforts to address these concerns.

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (Completed) In order to improve health services within the jail for the inmate population, the EPSO was interested in evaluating the spectrum of medical, mental health, dental, and pharmacy services available on-site and off-site to the individuals incarcerated within the El Paso County jail. This study focused on incarcerated individuals needing any health service, including but not limited to behavioral health services, and seeks to identify strengths and limitations of current health care services, the availability and delivery of services, and recommendations for implementing changes based on best-practices.

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El Paso County Public Health (Completion by end of June 2020) In order to establish a behavioral health continuum of care that serves all El Paso County residents, this study will identify opportunities for improving the connectivity of and collaboration around local behavioral health services and wrap-around services by county departments and the EPC Community. This study focuses on the behavioral health services of all residents, including individuals and families, and specifically including but not limited to citizens who are justice involved, homeless, and those seeking substance use treatment, mental health services, or any combination of these risk-factors.

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Behavioral Health Gaps and Needs Analysis of the Pikes Peak Region (Completion by end of December 2020) In order to help reduce the jail population and criminal justice involvement due to behavioral health concerns, this study will review the current state of community-level behavioral health services available to justice involved and at-risk citizens in the community, and provide recommendations for improving services to facilitate appropriate behavioral health treatment. This study focuses on individuals in the community facing behavioral health concerns, to help reduce recidivism and incarceration due to behavioral health concerns. EPC Public Health contributed $10,000 for the local match for this study.

The CJCC’s study will include: • An initial report on the current status of Behavioral Health Services and the capacity

to serve justice involved and at-risk citizens, assessing gaps and service needs, andan analysis of the projected level of need. This portion of the study will be completedthrough background research and synthesis of available data and stakeholder input.

o Timeline (February – May, 2020)• Compiling potential solutions to meet need based on available information through

local and state studies regarding behavioral health. This will be a preliminary look atwhat actions can be taken in several areas of need identified in the first phase of thestudy.

o Timeline (June – August, 2020)• Developing implementation priorities and planning for how to specifically address

these priorities based on the areas of need identified in the first phase and havingassessed potential solutions and action options in the second phase of the study.Once priority areas of need are established, specific, evidence-basedrecommendations will be made for how to address gaps and improve services,including a plan and suggestions on funding and implementing these solutions and acost-benefit analysis.

o Timeline (September – November, 2020)

Stakeholders will be engaged by the consultant throughout the study process to help ensure that stakeholder concerns are captured within the identified areas of need, and that recommended solutions for meeting needs are relevant to the Pikes Peak Region and can be implemented effectively.

During CJCC quarterly meetings, HMA will provide a presentation on study progress and gain feedback. The second quarter meeting (May) will include a review of what is known about needs and gaps. The third quarter meeting (August) will include a review of prioritized solutions. The fourth quarter meeting (December) will include a review of more detailed analysis and recommendations to the CJCC for inclusion in the community plan.

Additional information is in the attached sheet comparing each study and projected outcomes.

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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office El Paso County Public Health Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

Organization’s Mission

Our mission is to provide the citizens of El Paso County effective and efficient public safety services. We deliver them consistently with character, competence, and transparency.

Our mission is to promote and protect public health and environment quality across El Paso County through people, prevention and partnerships.

Reviews criminal justice matters in the Pikes Peak region and makes recommendations to the El Paso County Board of Commissioners and criminal justice agencies concerning criminal justice issues.

Project Purpose Evaluate the spectrum of medical, mental health, dental and pharmacy services, available on-site and off-site to individuals incarcerated within the El Paso County jail.

To identify opportunities for improving the connectivity of behavioral health services and collaboration around behavioral health services in El Paso County. Supporting evidence-based decision making through the collection and analysis of data and a systematic review of local resources impacted by behavioral health needs.

To conduct a quantitative study of the current state of community-level behavioral health services available to justice involved and at-risk individuals in the community and provide recommendations for improving services to include steps to achieve improved services for this population.

Target Population Incarcerated individuals needing any health service, including but not limited to behavioral health services.

El Paso County residents needing behavioral health services. Specifically including individuals and families: involved with the criminal justice system; involved with the human service system; utilizing Medicaid or other public sources of insurance for behavioral health services; seeking substance use or abuse treatment; seeking mental health services or treatment; homeless or at risk for homelessness; or any combination of these risk factors.

Justice-involved individuals and at-risk citizens needing behavioral health services

Goal To identify the strengths and limitations of the current health care services, identify an alternative care delivery structure and any gaps in services; and recommendations for implementing changes based on best-practice.

El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) seeks to facilitate the establishment of a behavioral health continuum of care that serves all El Paso County Residents, including a plan for how to achieve improved services.

The CJCC hopes to be able to reduce the jail population and facilitate appropriate treatment for justice involved individuals with behavioral health concerns.

Key Outcome Improved health services within the jail-population.

Improved coordination of behavioral health services, increased access to behavioral health services, a development of a systems approach to behavioral health care and services (i.e. a community-based continuum of care), and increased data to support evidenced based decisions and strategies.

Reduced number of people with mental illness in jails, reduced length of stay in jail, and reduced recidivism through identifying areas of need and the development of an action plan for improving services for this population.

Consultant Deliverables

• A presentation addressing the strengths andlimitations of the current health care services,alternative care delivery structures that addressgaps, and recommendations for changes in servicedelivery, contracting, oversight, and monitoring.

• Discussion of options/steps and stages forimplementation.

• Systematic review of existing data,information, and key informant interviewsto identify gaps and priorities for vulnerablepopulations, including a focus on youth, at-risk for behavioral health/substance usedisorder concerns.

• Conducting focus groups/reporting outcomes. • Develop a strategic plan to connect and

improve services.

• A report synthesizing the current status ofbehavioral health services to include localdata, stakeholder input, and an analysis ofprojected need.

• Compile potential solutions to meet need,prioritizing and planning for addressingareas that will most significantly impactjustice involved and at-risk populations.

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Agenda Item Summary

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Presenter:

Information: X

Project Self-Surrender Overview

February 25, 2020

#6 – B

Scot Smith, Community Corrections Program Manager, El Paso County

Endorsement:

Background Information:

Project Self-Surrender is a project whose objective is to enable court selected individuals to remain in the community, as opposed to jail, while waiting to start a community corrections sentence as a Diversion client.

The program has been operating since March 1, 2019 and is supported by the guidance of a collaborative volunteer work group that includes staff from justice agencies in the Fourth Judicial District.

Since March 1, 2019 the 4th Judicial District Court has ordered seventy-four (74) individuals to self-surrender to either Community Alternatives of El Paso or ComCor, Inc. To date seventy (70) individuals have surrendered as ordered resulting in a 94% successful surrender rate.

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Project Self-SurrenderCriminal Justice Coordinating Council Presentation

February 25, 2020

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Project Self-SurrenderThe program objective is to enable court selected individuals to remain in the community, as opposed to jail, while waiting to start a community correctionssentence.

For court selected Diversion cases only

Reduce the use of jail beds by those sentenced to community corrections

The first tracked self-surrenders began in March 2019.

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Workgroup Agencies/Offices

• Fourth Judicial District Court• District Attorney’s Office• Public Defender’s Office• El Paso County Attorney• Fourth Judicial District Probation• ComCor, Inc.• Community Alternatives of El Paso County• El Paso County Pretrial Services• El Paso County Criminal Justice Planner• El Paso County Community Corrections

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Community Corrections in El Paso County

• El Paso County has two community corrections providers:• ComCor, Inc.• Community Alternatives of El Paso County

• The State Division of Criminal Justice funded 440 communitycorrections beds in El Paso County for State Fiscal Year 2020

• Transition clients• Diversion clients

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Project Self-Surrender Statistics

There have been 74 offenders court ordered to self-surrender as of 1/31/2020There have been 70 successful surrenders and 4 failures to surrenderThe average number of days to surrender is currently 6.5The average “Level of Supervision Inventory” total risk assessment score is 27 and in the medium risk level Two of the four failures to surrender have been back to courtTwo of the four failures to surrender have outstanding court ordered bench warrants The successful surrender rate is 94% as of 1/31/2020The workgroup continues to meet quarterly

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Feedback from Self-Surrender Participants

Provided time to prepare family

Supported continued employment

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• Explore remindernotices to surrender

• Identify and trackadditional data

• Seek ongoing criticalfeedback

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Documents

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