AGENCY TESTIMONY
Conclusion and commitment to working with the council
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Deputy Commissioner Torres concludes her testimony by reaffirming the Department of Correction's commitment to building safe and humane jails and expressing willingness to work with the city council on the proposed legislation.
- Torres acknowledges the importance of the topics covered in the proposed bills
- She emphasizes that DOC's work is dynamic and challenging, with no one-size-fits-all approach
- The department recognizes the need for transparency and compassion in handling sensitive issues
- DOC expresses eagerness to work with the council to achieve mutual goals
- Torres and her colleagues offer to answer questions from the committee
Francis Torres
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There are a number of bills under consideration today, all on important topics.
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The department is committed to building safe and humane jails for both, staff and people in our care.
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Our work is dynamic and challenging, and there is no one size fits all.
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Approach to anything we do.
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We recognize that processes surrounding vulnerable populations and tragic and sensitive events should be transparent and compassionate.
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And ensure procedural justice.
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We are eager to work with the council to ensure we achieve our mutual goals.
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My colleagues and I are available to answer your questions.
