The Peru Gazette

“There’s scant detail in the 30-day executive budget amendments but plenty to be concerned about with an indication of the closure of up to three correctional facilities,” said Senator Betty Little. “Maintaining safety in these facilities for the men and women who work there and for the inmates is critical. As I understand, we still see overcrowding in some places, including in the large dormitories. Closing prisons will have a ripple effect throughout the system.

“Our region has been targeted in the past. We’ve lost jobs and economic activity. Nothing is happening at Camp Gabriels, Lyon Mountain, Chateaugay and Mount McGregor. We can’t afford to lose more jobs or more good people.”