Sacramento County Community Corrections Partnership Meeting - October 7, 2024

The Sacramento County Community Corrections Partnership (CCP) convened on October 7, 2024 (transcript references October 3, per instruction date used). The meeting covered legislative updates, the Prop 47 grant, approval of the 2025 meeting schedule, the 2024 AB 109 plan update with prioritization, and reappointment of two community advisory board members. All votes were unanimous.

Item 1: Legislative Updates and Prop 47 Grant Application Status

• Laura Foster reported that Assembly Bill 2882, which would have changed CCP composition and added reporting requirements, died in appropriations in mid-August, but is expected to return. The bill faced opposition from CSAC, State Sheriff Association, Chief Probation Officers, and 12 counties including Sacramento.
• The Prop 47 grant, for which the CCP serves as the advisory board, was approved effective that day. It is an $8 million grant over three years targeting post-release support within 24 hours of jail exit, with 70% to go to community-based organizations. Health Services is the lead agency; a plan for board involvement will be presented in December. The grant is not renewable, but may serve as a bridge to CalAIM services.
• Member questions included oversight and sustainability. The board noted the grant is one-time and will be integrated as a standing agenda item.

Item 2: Approval of 2025 Meeting Schedule

• The proposed schedule (first Thursday of even months except June moved to May 29 to avoid budget hearings) was approved unanimously. These meetings will also serve as Prop 47 advisory committee meetings.

Item 3: AB 109 Plan 2024 Update and Prioritization

• Laura Foster presented the draft 2024 AB 109 plan, required for BSCC submission by December 15. The plan, developed by the CCP Advisory Board (CCPAB), includes refinements from the 2023 restructuring. Key features:
  • Updated goals and better integration with county budget processes.
  • Support for 220 county staff positions.
  • Three expense categories: A (AB 109 population costs), B (broader justice-involved support, 8 categories, 5 funded), C (catch-all, now includes capital expenditures requiring prior CCP approval).
  • Prioritization from CCP members was aligned with CCPAB recommendations; the plan will reorder based on CCP input.
• Member Triplet expressed concern that the growth formula incentivizes reducing jail populations at the expense of public safety, though acknowledged recidivism reduction benefits. The District Attorney's office will continue independent filing decisions.
• Future plans include data-driven evaluations, contextualizing need across funding sources, and earlier community outreach.
• Motion to approve passed unanimously.

Item 4: Selection of Two Community CCPAB Members

• Laura Foster recommended reappointing incumbents Melinda Avey (served several years) and Abdul Rodney Davis (served one year). Both were interviewed; the third applicant was highly qualified but no seats available and was encouraged to apply for other committees. Terms are two years, renewable without term limits (though future term limits may be considered). Motion to appoint both passed unanimously.

Item 5: Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items

• No public comments were received.

Key Outcomes

• Unanimous approval of the 2025 meeting schedule (moved by Triplet, seconded by Sullivan).
• Unanimous approval of the 2024 AB 109 plan as presented (moved by Katari, seconded by Benson).
• Unanimous approval of Melinda Avey and Abdul Rodney Davis to two-year terms on the CCPAB (moved by Warren, seconded by Triplet).
• The Prop 47 grant was noted as approved; board will receive updates at future meetings.
• The meeting was adjourned.