October 17, 2010
Prison safety a concern
Violent incidents at state prisons in Norco and Chino as well as recent state budget cutbacks have resulted in concerns being expressed by residents, local officials and corrections officers about the safety at these facilities.
The state plans to cut $1.1 billion from its corrections agency, according to a report from the state Legislative Analyst's Office.
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's administration is already considering cuts to corrections officer staffing as well as implementing a 12-hour workday for the officers in response to the shrinking budget...
LINK - DailyBulletin.com
