SAFETY ALERT: Assume ALL downed power lines are LIVE and dangerous: Stay at least 50 feet away and never touch or approach a downed line or anything in contact with it. Stay away until utility crews confirm it is safe.
The National Guard will be assisting communities in Lake County with tree debris removal beginning today. As they cannot enter private property, tree debris should be placed in the area closest to, but not in, the roadway. If you have any urgent needs and/or damage due to the August 11 storm, please call 211 or visit IN211.org
Lake County Community Corrections acknowledges that mail is of vital importance to the participants of LCCC.LCCC also acknowledges the need to eliminate any flow of contraband that may be passed through the mail.
PROCEDURES:
Participant’s mail will be distributed and retained by the following schedule:
INCOMING MAIL - GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
All incoming resident mail that is General Correspondence (GC) will be photocopied prior to being distributed to the resident.
The incoming (GC) mail will be opened and photocopied by the LCCC receptionist using universal precautions.
Any discrepancies or concerns will be immediately addressed by contacting the Chief Custody Officer immediately.
Suspect material will be investigated fully.
The photocopied piece of mail will be provided to the resident by Chief Custody Officer or designee.
General Correspondence cannot contain;
Pictures or drawings of lewd acts.
Gang signs, pictures, drawing or comments of gang activity.
Mention of, or comments involving illegal activity.
Mention of, or comments that disrespect LCCC staff.
INCOMING MAIL - LEGAL
Legal mail addressed to a resident will be distributed to the proper recipient by Chief of Custody or designee. All mail is to be opened by the resident in the presence of a LCCC staff member.
RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION OF GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
The original piece(s) of mail will be kept in a secure file cabinet in the administrative office for fourteen (14) days.