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Offender Reentry Project
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The CJC works to increase accountability and support for people returning from prison to Burlington. Their ability to support themselves and live productive, crime free lives is important to the safety and health of our community.
The Offender Reentry Advisory Committee, comprised of Community Volunteers, a Victim Advocate and a Police Officer, meet with Offenders to review their plans for successful reentry and to discuss their responsibly to the community. Collaborative case planning, job and housing search help, life skills classes, counseling and other services are provided. Wrap-around safety planning and support is offered to the Victim(s) and Families of returning prisoners as well.
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 Additionally, the Project provides a forum to address community concerns regarding the activities of Offenders in our neighborhoods. It is a venue for residents to express concerns, ask questions and receive information. Public meetings are held and statistics regarding placement and activities of people under the supervision of the Department of Corrections (DOC) reviewed regularly. |
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The City works closely with the local DOC Office to improve supervision of Offenders and respond to issues raised by residents of Burlington.
You can view information on "Crime in Vermont: Myth vs. Fact," here . This information sheet is also available in a printable PDF format . To view this, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader . If you do not have a current copy of this free software, you can download it now .
This project is a collaborative effort of the City, the State and many local service agencies including: Howard Community Services, Burlington Housing Authority, Spectrum Youth and Family Services, and the Vermont Association of Business, Industry and Rehabilitation (VABIR). |
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For more information, contact:
Christine Longmore, Offender Reentry Employment Specialist
802·865·7574 clongmore@ci.burlington.vt.us |
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