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The grant coordinator reported having difficulties submitting the PMT report. The grant extension date for FYI 2022 was not updated in the system. The coach sent the grant coordinator contact information for BJA/PMT to resolve the issue.
Human Resources continues to work on the job description for the PREA Accountability position.
The grant coordinator reported having difficulties submitting the PMT report. The grant extension date for FY2021 was not updated in the system. The grant coordinator reported that the GAM request for FY2021 was rejected. The coach sent the grant coordinator contact information for BJA/PMT to resolve the issue.
The grantee reported they are hoping to open the bidding process soon to get some quotes for camera equipment. The PC reported they need more servers to add more cameras, which may cause a delay.
The grantee is completed PREA audits at all agency facilities.
The grant coordinator reported that the GAM request for FY2020 was rejected.
The PC would like to spend the remaining FY2020 funds on additional training. The PC was reminded the training would have to be PREA-related. The coach provided several PREA training recommendations.
Some of the funds were used for camera wiring at one facility.
Two (2) staff will attend the National PREA Coordinator Working Group's Conference July 23-25, 2024.
The PRC'S PREA education videos (English, Spanish, closed captions) were added to all inmate tablets by Viapath. The PREA Compliance Manager (PCM) was trained in how to download videos on the tablets.
The PREA Investigation coordinated response plan was revised and disseminated.
In-person PREA staff training continues for newly hired employees. Computer-based refresher PREA training is offered to all staff annually.
The policy update is on hold to ensure all new procedures are included in the revision. The organizational chart is being updated.
During the first quarter 2024, an on-site visit was conducted on January 23-25, 2024. During the visit, the coaches met the new PREA Coordinator (PC) and provided general guidance about PREA compliance. Intake and classification staff met with coaches to discuss, review, and revise the PREA risk assessment/30-day re-assessment forms, and MH referral process. The PREA risk assessment/reassessment process and basic framework for data collection (LEP/LGBTI/disabled) related to the PREA risk assessment was developed.
Ohio DYS plans to apply for a no cost extension. This is because they will not have used all of their funds creating the video and plan to update signage. They are still working on the video project and are making progress. They had hoped to start filming in June, but this was delayed slightly. They are working on a production schedule and hope to complete the video within 60 days.
The coach has no concerns about the site completing their grant. With a NCE they will be able to use all of their funds. They have been very efficient with their use of funds which is to be commended.
PRC staff Stroud appeared in person at the CJJA New Directors and Superintendent's training in San Antonio, TX. Stroud presented a one-hour presentation on Sexual Safety in Confinement: Opportunities for Leadership.
These discussions are intended to provide opportunities for peer engagement, idea generation, and discussions of innovative solutions and practices related to achieving and maintaining compliance with the PREA Standards.
During this reporting period the Nevada Division of Child and Family services discussed the timeline for closing the grant on September 30, 2023. The team also discussed the possibility of obtaining an NCE. The coaches expressed concern about submitting a third NCE request due to the continued lack of progress on overall grant activities. The coaches also reviewed information provided by the agency for a borough-based confinement facility attached to a medical center and provided the agency with guidance.
During this reporting period both OYA and DOC wrapped up final project tasks. They will begin closeout activities in the next reporting period. Both sites continue to be thoughtful in their PREA implementation efforts and they have completed tasks successfully. The grant successfully closed out on 9/30/23.
