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Direct the County Administrator to explore options for the provision of medical services in County-Operated Correctional Facilities - offered by Commissioner Conley
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WHEREAS:
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WHEREAS, Hennepin County is committed to providing high-quality medical services to individuals in its care, supporting their health and well-being in the county-operated correctional facilities; and
WHEREAS, the costs of providing comprehensive medical services in the Adult Detention Center, Adult Corrections Facility and Juvenile Detention Center have been increasing, placing additional strain on county resources and budgets; and
WHEREAS, the needs of individuals detained in county custody continue to evolve in response to demographic changes, increasingly complex medical conditions, and changing regulatory requirements; and
WHEREAS, periodic reviews and evaluations of service delivery models are necessary to promote efficiency, effectiveness, and fiscal responsibility; and
WHEREAS, the county seeks to identify innovative, sustainable, and equitable approaches to addressing the medical needs of individuals in its facilities.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners directs the County Administrator to assess and evaluate options for providing comprehensive medical services at the county jail and correctional facilities, including, but not limited to:
• Evaluating current service delivery models and costs;
• Identifying potential partnerships, alternative providers, or new technologies;
• Engaging internal and external stakeholders, including residents, staff, and community partners; and
• Considering impacts on quality of care, access, equity, and fiscal sustainability.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Administrator shall provide updates of the findings and any recommendations to the County Board by March 31, 2027.