Special BCC Meeting - Jun 24 2026

The Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners held a special hybrid meeting on June 24, 2026, focusing primarily on the operations and programs of the Adult Detention Facility (ADF). The meeting included detailed presentations by the warden and health services staff on inmate population trends, substance use screening, medical and behavioral health services, and re-entry programs such as the Matrix substance use treatment and RISE transitional housing. Commissioners discussed the facility's staffing levels, the use of technology like inmate tablets for education and communication, and partnerships with community providers to support continuity of care and reduce recidivism. The board also addressed operational challenges, including intake processing and coordination with courts, and explored funding opportunities, including federal grants and opioid settlement funds, to sustain and expand re-entry services. A recommendation was made to reconvene a working group to operationalize available funds and improve re-entry outcomes. The meeting concluded with plans for a facility tour and a motion to adjourn was passed unanimously.