Washington County's Zoom Meeting

This was a strategic planning meeting of the Washington County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) held on August 12, 2026. The council focused on identifying key performance questions and data needs related to the local criminal justice system, particularly in the areas of behavioral health and pre-trial compliance. Discussion centered on foundational data such as arrest rates, case processing times, jail populations, recidivism rates, and costs of services. The council emphasized the importance of identifying service gaps and resource needs, including the potential impact of adding a fifth branch of the circuit court. Subcommittees were tasked with gathering and analyzing relevant data to inform future CJCC decisions. The meeting also addressed scheduling, with the September 8 meeting being canceled to allow subcommittees more time to compile data. The county's budget office was noted as a resource for data analysis and reporting support.