The Community Corrections Partnership, as established by SB 678: the Community Corrections Performance Incentive Act, will hold a public meeting. All are welcome to attend. Agenda and materials are here.
SF Public Safety Realignment Plan is approved by CCP Executive Committee
The SF Community Corrections Partnership Executive Committee approved the 2011 Public Safety Realignment Plan at its meeting of August 18, 2011. The Plan be considered by the Board of Supervisors for adoption next month.
Community Corrections Partnership Executive Committee
The Community Corrections Partnership Executive Committee, as established by AB109, will hold a public meeting. More information forthcoming. All are welcome to attend.
8th Annual BMAGIC Back-to-School Celebration
BMAGIC will host its annual Back-to-School celebration, including the Backpack Give-away Program, which provides over 3,000 backpacks stuffed with school supplies to children in the community. BMAGIC will serve fresh organic fruit and feature local entertainment showcasing youth talent. Children and their families will also be able to access free health, wellness, and financial services in addition to participating in fun activities and games. If you or your organization are interested in tabling or volunteering at this event, please call 415-558-2428. For more information, see http://bayviewmagic.org.
Seven Seats on Reentry Council Open–Apply Now! Deadline for Mayoral Appointment Applications is Friday August 19th
Seven members of the Reentry Council have just completed their 2-year terms after serving since the Reentry Council’s formal launch in July 2009. These seven seats are now open, and must be filled by people who are formerly incarcerated as former inmates of the San Francisco County Jail, a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation facility, and/or a United States Bureau of Prison facility.
The Mayor appoints three of these seven members. All members of the Council are exempt from the Charter requirement that they be electors of the City and County of San Francisco. All members serve two-year terms, and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. Members may serve multiple terms on the Reentry Council.
Interested individuals may apply to either the Mayor or the Board of Supervisors for appointment to the Reentry Council.
To apply for appointment by the Mayor:
1) Download and complete the Mayoral Application for Appointment to Reentry Council (available here in MS Word or here as PDF.)
2) All completed applications and any attachments thereto must be RECEIVED by no later than 5:00pm on Friday, August 19, 2011. Completed applications may be submitted via postal mail, FAX, or e-mail to the attention of Jessica Flintoft, Reentry Policy Director, Reentry Council of San Francisco, 555 7th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. FAX: (415) 553-9646. Email: reentry.council@sfgov.org
To apply for appointment by the Board of Supervisors:
1) Review the Reentry Council Vacancy Notice posted by the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors. General additional information about Board appointments is available here.
2) Complete two applications: 1) the Board of Supervisors Application for Boards, Commissions, and Committees, and 2) the Supplemental Application for Board Appointees to Reentry Council (available here in MS Word or here as PDF.)
3) Please download, complete, and submit both applications to: Clerkâs Office, Board of Supervisors, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244, San Francisco, CA 94102-4689.
Read more about the Reentry Council under About Us or in Meetings.
Help distribute Fliers about this opportunity to people who may be interested.
Have questions? Call us at (415) 553-1593 or email us at reentry.council@sfgov.org.
Resources for Reentry Employment Specialists Available
Robbin and Associates is a consulting firm that provides resources and training for employment placement and training specialists working with people returning from jails or prisons. Access a list of resources, or email larryrobbin@aol.com for more information.
SF Department of Child Support Services hosts Financial Support Seminars for Parents
The San Francisco Department of Child Support Services is hosting a series of Financial Support Seminars for Parents at San Francisco Public Library branches throughout the month of August. See the flier for the locations, dates, and other information about free seminars.
Parenting Inside Out Class at the Women’s Reentry Center
Download and distribute the flier for the Parenting Inside Out class by Community Works. Parenting Inside Out is an 8-week certified, parent education program specifically designed for men and women who have been incarcerated, but the class is open to any interested mother. Join us in a supportive environment where all are welcome to learn, share and grow.