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Community Survey: Impacts of the Jackson County Detention Center

Introduction

Your voice matters...

The purpose of our survey is to center the voices of community members who have been impacted by the county jail (Jackson County Detention Center - JCDC) and learn more about their experiences. We want to hear what you think about the county's investment in building a new jail that will displace an entire community, increase the jail capacity to at least 1,200 people, and cost residents at least $266 million ($266,000,000).

We believe in a Kansas City that centers people, care, safety, and community instead of punishment and cages. We also believe that the community should shape what that looks like. (Your individual responses will be kept confidential – your personal information will not be shared)
1.Have you or a loved one ever been detained in the county jail (Jackson County Detention Center – JCDC)?(Required.)
2.Have you (or a loved one) experienced any of the following while detained at the county jail (Jackson County Detention Center – JCDC)? (select all that apply)
3.Jackson County plans to spend at least $266 Million dollars to build a new jail that will displace over 100 community members and increase the number of people that the county jail (JCDC) is able to cage. What best describes your feelings about this investment? (please read all options before selecting)
4.Do you feel that your voice is valued and/or your community's needs are a priority in how elected officials budget and spend public funding?
5.Where would you choose to spend the proposed $266+ MILLION in Jackson County to support and improve our communities? (select all that apply)
6.Do you believe that the criminal justice system has been overfunded compared to other public health and safety resources?
7.Do you think that there would be less harm or "crime" in our communities if people had more access to housing, education, income, and other community resources?
8.What is your race/ethnicity? (Select all that apply)
9.What is your gender? (Select all that apply)
10.Are you or have you ever experienced houselessness?
11.Please indicate your age
12.What is your zip code?
13.Would you like to share anything else with us regarding your experiences with the county jail (Jackson County Detention Center – JCDC) or with police in Kansas City? (All information shared with Operation Liberation is completely confidential)
14.Thank you for participating in our survey! The information you provided will remain anonymous and will only be used as we find ways to support impacted Community. Would you like to remain in touch with us?
15.If you would like to remain in touch, please provide your name (optional/confidential)
16.Please provide your email address and/or phone number (optional/confidential)
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