Whatcom County Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee received comprehensive update on the Justice Project with preliminary budget cap of $225 million ($205M jail, $20M Behavioral Care Center). Executive's Office outlined financial parameters, behavioral health analysis completion, and jail capacity analysis pending public release. Discussion focused on city funding extension through 2035 and concurrent facility construction approach.
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Bill #2026-240
Justice Project Criminal Justice Public Safety Update
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Meeting History
Discussed in 2 meetings
March 24, 2026
— Washington-Whatcom-Whatcom County
Public Health & Safety Committee
The Whatcom County Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee received a comprehensive update on the Justice Project, which includes both a new jail facility and Behavioral Care Center (BCC). ...
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March 24, 2026
— Washington-Whatcom-Whatcom County
Public Health & Safety Committee
The Whatcom County Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee received a comprehensive update on the Justice Project, focusing on process developments, financial parameters, and upcoming ...
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