Saturday, February 8, 2014

Having the Prison in a Prime Spot is Reason to Leave it There

   Wish we would decide whether to relocate the Utah State Prison based on what is best for the prison system. Just that. Economic development is important, yes, but we should be able to achieve our economic goals without sacrificing our commitment to have the best prison system we can. The current location is close to the population base, thus encouraging volunteers to visit the prisoners, and thereby serving as role models and providing them with encouragement and direction in life. The current prison is also close to legal, medical and other services, saving expenses.
   When you the right location for your prison, why forfeit it? Yes, it is prime real estate, but it is also a prime prison location. We could reap tax revenues if we sell the property, you say? The whole purpose of having tax revenue is to build good government, and provide good services. If you have to reduce your level of services to get tax revenue, you are being counter productive and losing sight of the goal.

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