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tl r CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
`p4"TY MEETING MINUTES
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Centennial Center Building, 3rd Floor, Conference Rooms A&B
915 10th Street, Greeley
Present: Judge James Hartmann, Judge Thomas Quammen, Jerry Green, Karen
Salaz,Rick Dill,Keith Coleman, Carl Alm, Jim Merson,Kim Weeks,Kim
Collins, Michael Rourke, Kendall Alexander, Kirsta Britton, Sterling
Geesaman, Cindy Villegas, Doug Erler and Dianna Campbell
Chair,Judge Hartmann, called the meeting to order at 12:10 p.m.
Introduction of attendees.
AGENDA
1. Meeting Minutes:
A. The July 8, 2014 meeting minutes were accepted with no changes.
2. Subcommittee Reports:
A. Sheriff's Office Jail Reports—Sterling Geesaman reported on Weld County Jail
Admission Information, 7779 bookings (5.3% increase from 2013), 606 is the daily
average population (increased by 26 persons compared to 2013), average length of
stay is 21.3 days (decreased-.2 compared to 2013). The analysis of all adult
bookings when compared to 2013 shows warrants increased by 6.6%, Failure to
Appear(FTA)warrants increased by 15.1%,new charges increased by 6.9%,traffic
related charges increased 5.5%and other bookings decreased by -.4%. He further
explained the common reasons for Bench Warrants are for FTC,bond conditions and
not reporting for jail sentence. Mr. Geesaman reviewed the year-to-date averages;
607.8 is the daily average population,weekly turnover rate of 64.7%,DOC backlog is
9.4 offenders,45.7 parole holds and 5 offenders are on the ComCor backlog. He
further clarified that a parole hold with a new law violation is categorized as a parole
hold. There are currently 18 ICE holds; once the pending charges are released or
sentencing occurs, ICE has 2 hours to assume custody of the offender before being
released. The Sheriffs Office has provided office space for ICE personnel. It was
commented that the highest jail utilization day is typically Wednesday, as it is the
highest transport day for bringing offenders into the jail and then they are moved out
Thursday and Friday.
Mr. Geesaman continued his presentation reviewing the Work Release program
information, as Ryan Broswell was unable to attend. In a comparison to the previous
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year, it was noted that admissions are down,there has been a 4% increase in
regressions: 13 Protection Order Violations due to positive breathalyzer, 88 drug and
alcohol violations, 58 escapes, 53 out of place of assignment, 23 administrative rule
violations and 47 minor rules violations ("3 strikes rule"). For new orientations, 351
were scheduled and 332 ordered defendants actually attended.
Judge Hartmann inquired about the trend charts, specifically the chart on admissions
by the day of the week. The chart accounts for defendants who stayed more than 24
hours and were unable to post bond. It was inquired how many arrestees are able to
bond out within 24 hours; the number of persons booked out within 24 hours of being
admitted is 3,117 of the 7,779 booked in persons. It was noted that weekend Bail
Hearings have an impact on the jail utilization turnover rate,that the turnover rate
average is likely higher than the national average but unknown how the turnover rate
compares to other Colorado jurisdictions.
B. Pretrial Services Reports—Dianna Campbell, Pretrial Services Supervisor reported
on the statistics for the Pretrial Services program for January to September 2014. She
reported on average year-to-date, 90.0%public safety rate, 96.2% technical
compliance rate, 207 cases with no FTA's giving 87.5%court appearance rate, 1,510
risk assessments have been completed, 163 supervision intakes (by defendant), 174
intakes (by case), 1003 active supervised cases and 236 cases closed monthly. Judge
Hartmann inquired if statistical information was available for how risk categories
closed. That would need to be uniquely calculated for presentation,but Dianna said
she would look into this to determine if possible. Judge Quammen inquired about the
monthly discrepancies for percentage of Complaint Affidavits filed with the DA's
Office that result in a motion for revocation. Dianna indicated that this information is
tallied by closed cases and does not always match real time decisions made by the
DA's Office. Michael Rourke noted that the DA's office might not file because it is
too close to sentencing or in the midst of plea negotiations. Jim Merson inquired
about having more Bail Reports(includes the risk-assessment CPAT) completed, as
the Public Defenders are referring to these reports in Bail Hearings. The representing
Public Defender is calculating the defendants pretrial release risk using the CPAT if
Pretrial Services does not otherwise furnish a Bail Report. Challenges with staffing
and the very limited window of time for completion of risk assessment interviews
with defendants on the weekends is what causes pretrial personnel not being able to
complete Bail Reports on all new arrestees.
C. Mental Health/Criminal Justice Subcommittee Update-Kendall Alexander and
Kim Collins from North Range Behavioral Health (NRBH) presented an update on
the results of the RFP from the state to deliver regional Crisis Stabilization Services.
They provided and reviewed the intent of these services and in how NRBH plans to
implement. The RFP was targeted to regions throughout the state. Most all
community mental health centers applied for funding.NRBH was awarded certain
funds. They are working on implementation starting December 1. Kendall informed
that his agency has acquired the old Psych Care building adjacent to the old
downtown Safeway. They are currently renovating this site to allow for walk-in
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services and 10 respite residential beds; length of stay would be up to 14 days. For
the respite residential beds,NRBH will control how those are used internally; clients
may not be assessed suicidal or homicidal. The services will include walk-in or
police officer drop-off options to bypass to NCMC for assessment. Their proposed
Crisis Response system will be able to transport persons as well as respond in the
community. They are not looking to replace the current detox system. There will be
no limits or restrictions on the people served; this includes specialized populations
such as the developmentally disabled and/or traumatic brain injury. NRBH is
working on program details, such as how to address repeat clients. For the criminal
population,Kendall indicated that further discussion would occur with the Mental
Health/Criminal Justice Committee(subcommittee of the CJAC). Kendall and Kim
will keep CJAC members informed of the status of this large undertaking. Once
implemented it will change the face of behavioral health services in our community.
Criminal Justice Analysis - Rick Dill, contract Criminal Justice Analyst for Weld
County,reviewed the three current but separate committees/groups working on
various criminal justice mental health initiatives in the County. The Direct Service
Group has not met for some time. The Agency Coordination Group includes JAG
Grant funds for jail based behavioral services;NRBH is providing reentry treatment
to inmates in the jail. The Strategic Improvement Group (subcommittee of the CJAC)
heard a presentation by BASIC personnel from NRBH. Mr. Dill went on to explain a
major challenge has been in staffing mental health positions with qualified applicants.
The RFP as was explained by Kendall and Kim is creating a surge to fill positions and
finding qualified applicants has been challenging (i.e. multiple positions available,
but limited number of candidates). An option that has been successful in other parts
of the nation is the client-peer model. It was suggested that Drug Court graduates
might be good candidates for this program. Mr. Dill would like to expand the Crisis
Response services to include one-stop shopping with a focus on the criminal justice
population,providing support services to probation and parole. It was inquired if the
Crises Response services would make insurance filings or restitution; this is unknown
at this time. Mr. Dill emphasized that the Crises Response services is new territory
and they are making new partnerships,these partners have been involving in the
planning process.
3. Presentation: Adult Diversion Program:
A. Kim Weeks of Weld County's Adult Diversion Program presented the program.
Created in 2012, Adult Diversion is an option that the District Attorney may offer to
persons accused of committing a first time offense, which was not violent or drug
related in nature. The goal is to divert these persons from further penetration into the
justice system. There is an application process for the program. Most cases referred
are misdemeanor level offenses, but some felony offenses are suitable. Diversion is
typically a 90-day program in which participants are required to complete sanctions
and programming in order to avoid prosecution. Participants must take full
responsibility for their role in the offense, which cannot be held against them if later
prosecuted. The participants' supervision is tailored to the individual. Currently, the
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program is diverting 200 cases per year with 95-98 success rates, depending on the
offense. The program is too new to determine effectiveness on recidivism. MIP's
were added to the caseload in 2013 and account for 40% of the supervision. About
40% of the supervision is for low-level Domestic Violence offenses, these cases do
not complete a screening or treatment. All cases must be defined as provable, if a
participant fails then formal prosecution proceeds. This is one of four Diversion
programs in the state for adults. After completion, the participant is given
instructions for expungement; the case will show dismissed on CCIC. Kim collects
all restitution and it must be paid in full prior to completion. It was noted that there is
state funding available for the program, but does not include supervision of Domestic
Violence cases. Juvenile Diversion Officer, Kirsta Britton also assists with the adult
diversion program. CJAC attendees thanked Kim for her presentation.
4. Roundtable:
A. No issues or discussions were presented.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:10 p.m. The next CJAC meeting will
be Tuesday January 15, 2015 at 12:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Reviewed by,^I(b91Dianna Campbell Doug Erler
Pretrial Services Supervisor, Weld County Director,Weld County Justice Services
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