While Kewaunee County officials discuss what to do about a new jail building, the Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Department is working to see what they can do with what they have currently. An update on the jail is on the agenda for Wednesday’s Public Safety and Justice Committee meeting. In September, Kewaunee County Sheriff Matt Joski told the committee that the current facility needs more than just “tweaks.” The changes made would address violations of DOC 350, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), and other mandates. Joski added that he has an obligation to address the State Jail Inspector’s letter that outlines the problems with the current facility. Lt. Chris VanErem has been tasked with getting estimates for the work that needs to be done. As for the new facility, Kewaunee County Board Chairperson Dan Olson said he will be requesting a contract from Midwest Construction Consultants for the board to either approve or turn down at their meeting scheduled for October 17th. The Kewaunee County Public Safety and Justice Committee will meet Wednesday at 8 a.m. at the Kewaunee County Administration Building.
