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Tri County Community Corrections is facing a crisis, with staffing shortages forcing housing units to close 27% of the time, putting the safety of the facility and budget at risk.

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Tri County corrections director warns staffing shortfalls keep jail units closed, driving budget stress
Tri County Community Corrections director Andy Ojeez told the Polk County board that chronic staff turnover and rising medical and insurance costs are forcing the county to plan for closed housing units and steep increases in inmate health spending for 2027.
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September 15, 2026 at 12:47 AM
Dr. Phil Masiko reveals his Indiana district faces a staggering $6.1 million shortfall, putting vital services and teacher quality at risk.

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Superintendent warns $6.1 million shortfall could force cuts to services
Dr. Phil Masiko told a superintendent fireside chat that his Indiana district faces a projected $6.1 million shortfall over three years and must weigh cuts to staff, transportation and curriculum adoptions to preserve classroom quality.
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March 7, 2026 at 11:24 AM