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ST. CRO 1 X COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERV I SOBS
Special Session
June 26 7:00 P.M.
Lee Auditorium, Hudson Middle School
(corner of 4th & St. Croix Streets)
Compiled by Chairman Norman E. Anderson
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL
CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS SESS1ON'�`'
Notice of meet i ng-pub I i shed as prescribed by I awd inr'm6d i a of St. Croix
County
Adoption of Agenda
S:
Reading of Rule 20, Debate; Rule 22, Addressing the Board
Date of next Session: August 12, 1986
Requests for Out -of -State Travel
APPOINTMENTS:
OLD AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
(Includes consideration and action on Second Reading Resolutions and
Ordinances)
I. Presentation by Tom Reid, Minnesota Jail Resource Center, regarding
jail facility adequacy
2. Resolution regarding Consolidated Aids for Human Services
NEW BUSINESS
FIRST READING OF RESOLUTIONS
E VERGENCY RESOLUT ION:
I. Resolution regarding State Trust Fund Loan Application
Committee and Board Reports
Farmland Preservation Applications
Mileage and Per Diem Report
Correspondence
Announcements
Adjournment
(THE ABOVE AGENDA IS NOT NECESSARILY IN ORDER OF PRESENTATION)
SPECIAL COUNTY BOARD SESSION
June 26, 1987 7:00 p.m.
Lee Auditorium, Hudson Middle School
Chairman Anderson called the meeting to order, indicating that this is
a special session called primarily to discuss jail facility planning.
Following the informational meeting for the Board and public present, a
short business meeting is to fo l tow. Rol I Cal I by County Clerk: 29
present, 2 absences (excused).
Chairman asked that meeting formalities be set aside. Motion by
Supr. O'Connell, 2nd by Supr. Jensch to dispense with formalized
meeting and go into the jail facility presentation. Motion carried.
Chairman introduced Supr. S. Peterson, Chairman of the Jail Study.
Chairman Peterson summarized the intent of the Board from the last
Regular Session, stating that a decision was made to take care of St.
Croix County prisoners, rather than to transport them. Question to be
considered during this presentation, "is the present jai l O.K.?" He
also reported on the site selection committee progress, giving a
positive report on the first meeting held on June 23.
County Planner Thompson introduced the speaker, Tom Reid, Director of
the Minnesota Jail Resource Center, National Institute of Corrections.
The emphasis of his presentation was civil liability, beginning with a
focus on protection for the inmates, staff, conmumity and
constitutional rights. Discussed theoretical jail deficiencies and
charges that may occur; and the pre-empt i ve approach to e I imi nate or
reduce litigation. The scope of the liability has extended into the
rural areas, and to the public policy makers. He pointed out that the
inmates appear to have the advantage when filing for a civil liability
matter.
He pointed out that the worst thing to happen in the jail setting is
overcrowded conditions. A tort case, which is a wrongful or negligent
act with damage; or violation of constitutional rights, known as 1983
suits, constitute the types of claims that inmates can file. The
relief for damages may be either nominal, compensatory, or punitive.
Reid stressed the importance of good routine documentation by workers
in the jail, as pre-emptive measures for potential suits. He indicated
that the County Board can also have I iabi 1 ity, after the Sheriff has
reached resource limitations. If the County Board does not act
responsibly, it runs the risk of deliberate indifference policy makers.
Question asked if the official is acting in good faith, or not acting
in good faith, regarding official liability vs. personal liability.
Presentation focused on the modes of inmate supervision, with
consideration given to the following factors: physical plant design,
number of staff, placement of staff, mission statement and philosophy
of operation. He pointed out that the types of facility designs are
linear and podular, with preference given to the podular design.
Questions regarding the presentation addressed. Reid commended by the
Board and citizens present, for his informative presentation.
RESOLUTION #12(86): regarding Consolidated Aids for Human Services.
Mot n F—y Supr. TIConnell, 2nd by Supr. R. Peterson to approve.
Discussion. Chairman Anderson indicated that this resolution must be
passed for the county to go into a Human Services Department, and that
as a result the county may receive increased aid. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #13(86): regarding State Trust Fund Loan Application.
Motion 5—y -Supr. Best, 2nd by Supr. Jensch to approve. Discussion.
Finance Director Steel indicated that the $150,000 was anticipated for
use in 1986, especial l y for so I id waste matters. Supr. Caf l i sch
questioned who is to determine how much of the money is needed. Supr.
O'Brien stated that the cost for legal fees of the negotiating team is
excessive, and that this cost should be the responsibility of the
engineering firm. Roll Call vote: 25 yes, 3 no. Motion carried.
Supr. CafIisch requested that the Finance Director report to the Board
when the money from the state is received.
In closing, Chairman asked for announcements. Supr. Nelson announced
that the in-service for the Board members at the Health Center will be
held July 14 at 9:00 a.m. The twilight meeting for the Holstein
Association at the County Farm on July 15.
Motion by Supr. O'Connell, 2nd by Supr. Hop to adjourn. Motion
carried.
Norman E. Anderson, Chairman
St. Croix County Board
Re s p e c t f u l l y, �sbrn i t t-e8,
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J i I I Ann Berkey
St. Croix County Clerk