Kansas City and Jackson County agreed on a $2.3M deal for a new municipal jail, set to open in 2026.

Kansas City and Jackson County have agreed on a $2.3 million deal to purchase land for a new municipal jail next to Jackson County's new detention center, set to open in 2026. The new jail will cater to municipal detainees, who typically have shorter stays. The agreement aims to efficiently meet the needs of each jurisdiction's detainees and awaits approval from the Jackson County Legislature.

November 14, 2024
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