[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 120 (Friday, September 11, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1706]
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                GREELEY, COLORADO HAS STATE-THE-ART JAIL

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 11, 1998

  Mr. BOB SCHAFFER of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, during the most recent 
district work period, Weld County Sheriff Ed Jordon extended an 
opportunity to my congressional staff to view first-hand the state-of-
the-art jail in Greeley, Colorado.
  The Weld County Jail employees new technology and procedures which 
make it a safe and efficient facility. Offenders are housed in one of 
three rooms which are supervised by a control center as well as in-room 
officers. Officer presence minimizes troublesome behavior. Officers are 
encouraged to eat the same food as inmates which also cuts down on 
negative behavior and complaining. There is no smoking in the jail.
  The entrance uses a state-of-the-art metal detector to prevent 
weapons from entering the facility. The colors of blue and tan are used 
to distinguished between administration and inmate areas. Cameras and 
multiple locking doors prevent escape. Electronic finger printing and 
computerized booking expedite check in.
  These and other innovations contribute to a controlled environment 
which promotes safety for the officers and the public at large. It is a 
truly impressive facility. I would like to thank Sheriff Jordon for his 
time and for his commitment to the safety of the people in Weld County.

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