Councilor Jackson to conduct a comprehensive review of re-entry resources in Boston

On Tuesday, September 29 Councilor Tito Jackson, in partnership with Sheriff Steve Tompkins, will for the first time in the history of the Boston City Council hold a hearing at the Suffolk County House of Corrections on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 6:00 pm. Councilor Tito Jackson will lead the comprehensive review of re-entry resources in Boston.

“Our goal is to improve recidivism outcomes, especially in those populations that are disproportionately impacted. We need to ensure that our adults return home to their communities and become productive citizens,” said Jackson. “We need to put our heads together and figure out how to create a one-stop shop for an effective and successful re-entry program for Boston residents.”

“I am thrilled about this unique opportunity to bring attention to the subject of re-entry and the need for more addiction recovery and mental health programming in our communities,” said Sheriff Tompkins. “We welcome Councilor Jackson and the members of Boston City Council to our facility to shed light on this important public health and safety issue.”

Those invited to testify include incarcerated males and females, representatives from organizations and government agencies that help formerly incarcerated people transition back into their communities, and representatives from the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office and the Committee for Public Counsel Services.