To: Board of County Commissioners
Through: Katherine Smith, Director, Community Resources
Prepared By:
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Brad Kamby, Division Manager, Judicial Services
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Presenter: Katherine Smith, Director, Community Resources
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Subject:
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2:00 PM *Renewal of Community Corrections IGA with the 23rd Judicial District
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Purpose and Request:
recommended action
The purpose of this study session is to update the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on community corrections referrals and placements from the 23rd Judicial District (JD) and request to renew the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the 23rd JD.
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Alignment with Strategic Plan: Safe and Healthy Communities - Advance public safety by strengthening partnerships across law enforcement, emergency response, and community stakeholders.
Background and Discussion: Community Corrections plays a vital role in diverting individuals from prison and supporting their transition from the Department of Corrections back into the community. The 23rd JD, which includes Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties, currently does not operate a community corrections program.
On January 28, 2025, the BOCC approved an IGA, Resolution No. 25-065, allowing the Arapahoe County Community Corrections Board (ACCCB) to screen referrals and place individuals from the 23rd JD in community corrections facilities located in Arapahoe County. This agreement was effective for a period of one (1) year from the date of execution.
Between January 7, 2025, and February 28, 2026, the ACCCB received 85 diversion referrals from the 23rd JD. Of these, 69 (81%) were approved and 13 (15%) were denied. A total of 43 unique individuals from the district were placed in community corrections. During the period, 22 residential placements terminated, including 8 successful completions (36%).
There are currently six (6) 23rd JD clients on non-residential status. Of these individuals one resides in Adams County, ...
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