City and county officials express support for regional jail

“I want to find an option that substantially reduces the city's cost”

Jackson County and Kansas City officials confirmed their support for a regional jail Wednesday, but they acknowledged it could take several years to complete.

County Executive Mike Sanders said the county is seeking responses by April 11 for information from firms knowledgeable about building such regional facilities.

Meanwhile, Kansas City Councilwoman Cathy Jolly said she will introduce a resolution today directing the city manager to develop a plan for how the city can participate in a regional correctional system. Read more