5227 Board of State and Community Corrections
Program Descriptions

15 - CORRECTIONS PLANNING AND GRANT PROGRAMS

The objective of Corrections Planning and Grant Programs is to provide leadership in the development of programs and program planning efforts that focus on local juvenile and adult correctional effectiveness. Specifically, the Program provides technical assistance and training in planning and program implementation, conducts research and evaluations, and administers state and federal grant funds to maximize the protection of the public while assuring the safety of detention staff and offenders in local custody. In addition, the Program is responsible for reviewing realignment implementation plans submitted by counties and providing technical assistance and coordination to local governments related to realignment.