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Ohio Eyes Work-Release Model

January 25, 2011 2045 Views Central U.S., Greg J. Offner, Lunera Lighting, Mental Health

POMEROY, Ohio — A voluntary work release facility modeled after one in Arizona could be the solution for overcrowded jails in Meigs County, Ohio, and would possibly generate revenue for its operation.

County Judge Fred W. Crow III pledged $500,000 from his court budget if all agencies involved in developing such a facility pledge cooperation. The county now spends nearly $500,000 annually to house prisoners in jails outside the county, either because the county jail is overcrowded or other circumstances.

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West Virginia Work Release Center to Open in 2011

December 10, 2010January 27, 2011 1964 Views Eastern U.S., Lunera Lighting

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — West Virginia Division of Corrections officials say they expect to have the new Parkersburg Correctional Center in Parkersburg open by late 2011.

The $6.5 million 150-bed, all-male non-secure work release facility will be located in the site of a former Holiday Inn. In addition to the work release center, part of the building will house the Parkersburg Parole offices.