The New York City Council has released a policy brief outlining critical steps necessary for closing Rikers Island permanently while transitioning to a borough-based jail system. Key actions include legislative, budget, and administrative solutions that focus on enhancing mental healthcare access, reducing recidivism, and improving leadership coordination to decrease case delays and jail populations. The brief emphasizes the establishment of an Office of Coordinator for Rikers Island Closure and implements recommendations from the Independent Rikers Commission's report, The Blueprint to Close Rikers, highlighting investment in mental health services and support for newly-released individuals.
The City Council has released a policy brief urging immediate actions to support the permanent closure of Rikers Island and transition to a borough-based jail system.
The legislative package includes bills aimed at addressing mental health needs at arrest, improving early release efficiencies, and ensuring resources for reintegration into civilian life.
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