Interim Joint Committee On Appropriations Hears Update On Medical Clinic Project At Women’s Prison

Interim Joint Committee On Appropriations Hears Update On Medical Clinic Project At Women’s Prison

PIERRE, (KCCR) — The interim Joint Committee on Appropriations got an update on improvements to the medical clinic areas of the state Women’s Prison in Pierre. Corrections Secretary Kellie Wasko says eight firms have reached out for statements of interest for design of the work…

Wasko says the current area is not safe for high security inmates…

Eye exam areas will be improved along with the addition of an observation room, negative pressure room and an emergency room…

Wasko says with the creation of more space they will be able to use existing staff to use the areas with out additional staffing needed.