The county council's recent unanimous vote has launched the jail and behavioral care center project into the design phase, with a groundbreaking anticipated in 2027!

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Chief Mertzig reveals that most possession arrests are more complex than they seem, with many tied to outstanding warrants and additional charges.

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County diversion programs are achieving an astonishing 85–95% reduction in jail bookings, transforming lives and reshaping community safety.

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