Apr 15, 2021Board meeting
Judicial And Public Safety Committee Meeting
The committee discussed updates regarding National Telecommunicator Week, improvements to the radio councils and furniture layout for KaneCom, and the status of calls for service. Reports were provided by the Sheriff's office, the Public Defender, and the state's attorney regarding case backlogs and collaborative efforts to resolve them. The committee approved a resolution to establish a new attorney position for the Public Defender's office focused on abuse and neglect cases, funded through pandemic relief reserves. Additionally, a presentation was provided regarding the certification and operational processes of the county's three problem-solving courts, including the adult drug court, mental health court, and veterans court.