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A proposed $350,000 funding for a Justice Center study hit a roadblock as commissioners raised serious concerns over missing legal and financial reviews.

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Commissioners send Justice Center ad hoc study funding down for review after finance, legal issues
A proposed $350,000 allocation from commission contingency funds for a study of the Justice Center ad hoc committee's findings was sent down without recommendation after staff said the resolution lacked legal and finance review; commissioners raised concerns about process and contingency balances.
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August 5, 2026 at 8:40 PM
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Shelby County's commissioners are at a crossroads, debating a new jail facility and educational governance changes that could redefine the future of the community.

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Shelby County Commissioners Pass Education Resolution Aligning Board Elections
Commissioners approve resolution aligning Board of Education elections with County Commission.
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September 9, 2025 at 8:59 AM
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Shelby County's Juvenile Court is fighting to save vital programs and protect public health after revealing alarming stats about youth justice involvement and hazardous court conditions.

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Juvenile and mental-health courts ask Shelby County to restore program funding and avert staff losses
Juvenile Court leaders asked commissioners to restore funding for five community programs and to move up a renovation CIP after reporting health hazards; Mental Health Court requested $800,000 to replace expiring ARPA and state support and retain critical case managers.
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May 25, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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Shelby County's judicial commissioners reported a staggering $4.5 million in cash forfeitures and an 18% rise in bonds, highlighting the growing impact of their work amid staffing challenges.

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Judicial commissioners report cites 18% rise in bonds and $4.5M in cash forfeitures, officials say
Lead judicial commissioner John Marshall presented the program's 2025 annual report March 25, telling Shelby County commissioners that cash forfeitures rose to about $4.5 million and bonds set increased roughly 18%, while a new CLEAR data partnership is expected to publish detailed bail metrics in coming months.
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April 1, 2026 at 12:49 PM