Arkansas Department of Corrections

The meeting included updates on inmate incarceration numbers within the Arkansas Department of Correction, including the ADC County Jail Back-up list. There was a discussion regarding the increase in the number of inmates at county jails due to new commitments and the upcoming implementation of a new 1-year EPA. The board also reviewed the ACC Center Jurisdictional Population and statewide field report. The Attorney General's report mentioned a recently received summons and complaint from an inmate, and the Hearing Judge's report highlighted the overall number of actions for the past month. Additionally, the Business Manager reported on the Board's expenditures as of April 30, 2016.

The meeting included discussions on the population report, which detailed the number of incarcerated inmates and individuals under supervision. The fiscal report indicated that the Board had expended 81% of its annual travel, maintenance, and operations budget. The Hearing Judges reported on the number of violation reports received. Agency updates included recognition of Mr. Graves' work on the ACA Audit. The Board also discussed the 2015 Legislative Package and strategic plan, and reviewed the Board and Personnel Manuals. An extension of the 1 year EPA was discussed to include regular paroles into November, potentially moving up the TE dates for inmates.

The meeting included agency updates on new security measures, such as the installation of security cameras around the office. The Board reviewed the Full Board Victim Input hearing votes and ratified votes. There was a discussion regarding the July 2012 calendar. An executive session was held to address a personal issue involving an employee, resulting in the employee being placed on one year of probation.

The Arkansas Parole Board meeting included discussions on the population report, which highlighted the number of inmates in the Department of Correction and those in county jail backup. The board reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Updates were provided by the Attorney General's Office and the Fiscal Support Manager, including a report on budget expenditures. The Hearing Examiners presented their report, detailing the outcomes of conducted hearings. Agency updates covered the American Correctional Association annual review and upcoming legislative priorities. The board also discussed a trip to Tennessee to learn about automation in hearings.

The meeting included agency updates, a review of victim input hearing recommendations, and the adoption of final board actions for various units. The board was notified about the retirement of Ms. Donna Cobb.