October 1, 2009
Corrections to spend $110M on Stark conversion
State corrections officials say it will cost about $110 million to convert Heman G. Stark Youth Correctional Facility to an adult facility.
Michele Kane, a state corrections spokeswoman, said work would likely begin after youth wards are moved out early next year.
Officials announced in September, Stark would close and would house about 1,200 adults, though city officials believe the number would probably be closer to about 2,000or more.
Bernie Warner, the director of the state Department of Juvenile Justice, said Stark will be outfitted with extra security to handle adults. City officials said they were told the prison would install electrified fences and more watch towers…
LINK - ContraCostaTimes.com
