Correction, Commission of
skip breadcrumbs| All amounts are in dollars |
| Category | Available 2007-08 |
Appropriations Recommended 2008-09 |
Change From 2007-08 |
Reappropriations Recommended 2008-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Operations | 2,645,000 | 2,807,000 | 162,000 | 0 |
| Total | 2,645,000 | 2,807,000 | 162,000 | 0 |
| Full-Time Equivalent Positions (FTE) |
| Program | 2007-08 Estimated FTEs 03/31/08 |
2008-09 Estimated FTEs 03/31/09 |
FTE Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improvement of Correctional Facilities | |||
| General Fund | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| Total | 35 | 35 | 0 |
Note: Most recent estimates as of 01/22/08.
Mission
The State Commission of Correction regulates and oversees the operation and management of State and local correctional facilities. The Agency's role is to promote a safe, secure and stable correctional system and to provide for the accountability of corrections officials. As a result of legislation enacted in 1996, the Commission's role includes the oversight of secure youth facilities operated by the Office of Children and Family Services.
Budget Highlights
The Executive Budget recommends $2.8 million General Fund for the Commission of Correction, which is an increase of $162,000 from the 2007-08 budget. The recommended staffing level is 35 FTEs, which is unchanged from 2007-08.
2008-09 Executive Budget — Agency Presentation
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