DeKalb Steps Back On Jail Decision; Explore Renovation
After hearing frustrations from local residents, the Dekalb County Jail Committee wants to revisit all possible solutions to the county’s jail problem. Jail Committee Chairman Larry Green said the committee had looked at renovating the current jail a year and a half ago. He said he hopes this time around it will be a cheaper […]
DeKalb Commission Holds On Decision For Jail Location
The DeKalb County Commission tabled a decision on a new jail location during Monday night’s commission meeting. Jail Committee Chairman Larry Green said the committee received some new potential properties last week that could be considered. Green said he wanted the jail committee to further evaluate the new options. “We will go over each piece […]
DeKalb Jail Committee Votes To Move Forward With Justice Center
The DeKalb County Jail Committee has voted to recommend building a new justice center instead of just a jail. The committee voted 8-2-1 to send that recommendation to County Commissioners. A Justice Center would be a more comprehensive approach to all areas in the criminal justice system. Committee Member and County Commissioner Tim Reynolds said […]
