Corrections Committee Report - April 2026

Hi, Area 41. My name is Jim, and I’m an alcoholic. I’m giving this report on behalf of Aubrie R., who was unable to attend.

The Corrections Committee meeting opened at 3:55 p.m., with 13 members in attendance and Marsha facilitating. We opened with a moment of silence, followed by the Serenity Prayer. Introductions were made, and members shared updates on their Corrections service experiences:

• Ken shared that he and Aubrie have been in contact with the new Community Engagement Coordinator at Nebraska Department of Correctional Services, and that the idea of AA service work was well-received.
• Saunders County: Gail reported that he has been e-mailing with Tecumseh State Correctional Institute about taking a meeting in, which would be the first time since the pandemic that a meeting has been allowed in.
• Lancaster County: Jim reported lukewarm interest in the Corrections Prerelease Contact Program from inmates at the city-county jail, where male and female volunteers are still needed to take meeting in, though several new volunteers have been approved by the facility and some have finished orientation. Also, the Lincoln Corrections Committee has a workshop planned in Lincoln on August 22, 2026. More information will be forthcoming.
• Platte County: Jerry reported that they have begun a women’s meeting at the jail, and they are working on starting a men’s meeting.
• Red Willow County: Sherry reported that the former NDCS Work Ethic Camp in McCook is now an ICE facility, and no meetings are being allowed. Women’s meetings in the county jail are taking place, but no men’s meetings.
• Cass County: Marsha reported that twice-monthly jail meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays, but it’s unknown if the meetings are for men, women, or both.
• Douglas County: Per Aubrie, the Nebraska Corrections Youth Facility in Omaha is closing down. Inmates will be transferred to Lincoln facilities.
• Hall County: Ashley reported that twice-weekly men’s meetings are taking place, but there are no female volunteers. Ashley also reported that jail inmates now have tablets.

A short discussion on the previous idea of a workshop at an assembly occurred, but no action was taken. Jim motioned to close, and Eric seconded.

Closed with the Responsibility Statement and meeting adjourned at 4:39 p.m. In grateful service,

Jim H..