Department of Juvenile Justice Blueprint Commission Public Hearings
Sep 4, 2007
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September 4, 2007; 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Holy Cross Hospital Campus, Sister Innocent Conference Center Auditorium at 4725 North Federal Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Meeting Topic: Ensure Public Safety for Floridians by reviewing current detention practices. Meeting will focus on crime trends, detention data, detention screening tools, detention services, and alternatives to detention.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Chairman Frank Brogan
Opening Remarks
Welcome to Commission
▪ John Johnson, President / CEO, Holy Cross Hospital
▪ Honorable Mitch Needleman, Florida House of Representatives, Committee on Juvenile Justice
Presentation by Vince N. Schiraldi, Director, Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, Washington, D.C., on opportunities for detention reform and alternatives
Discussion of public safety concerns and initiatives to address juvenile issues
▪ Honorable Ken Jenne, Sheriff, Broward County
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Public Comment
The Commission welcomes public input and suggestions for improving Florida’s juvenile justice system. A public testimony card, available at the registration table outside of the meeting room, must be filled out by anyone wishing to address the commission. Public comment will be received on any issue related to juvenile justice. Speakers will be limited to 7 minutes.
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Break
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Public Comment
The Commission welcomes public input and suggestions for improving Florida’s juvenile justice system. A public testimony card, available at the registration table outside of the meeting room, must be filled out by anyone wishing to address the commission. Public comment will be received on any issue related to juvenile justice. Speakers will be limited to 7 minutes.
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