Juvenile Community Justice Advisory Board (JCJAB)

The Advisory Board was established to identify community needs and priorities determined by Deschutes County citizens, which also increases local knowledge of juvenile justice issues. Deschutes County Board of Commissioners adopted the bylaws on June 18, 2003.

The Advisory Board assists our department in remaining connected to youth–related issues in our community. Ultimately, the Board better informs Juvenile Community Justice in making decisions on behalf of local citizens, which results in greater accountability and more clearly defined outcomes.

Members of the Board are asked to participate in a variety of tasks, including identification of needs and priorities for developing youth services, and planning, measuring, and evaluating department progress.

The Board consists of Deschutes County residents who have committed to serve a two–year term. The Board meets approximately six times a year.

Board Responsibilities

Assist Department in identifying needs and priorities for developing services for youth and families involved in the juvenile justice system.

Encourage and assist Juvenile Community Justice in developing programs in collaboration with local government units, community partners, victims, community members and civic groups; integrate programs with existing services.

• Promote, advocate, and enhance community awareness and support for delinquency issues and needs, specific to Deschutes County.
• Assist and provide input to Department regarding funding and/or grant decisions.
• Participate in planning, measuring, and evaluating Department progress in accomplishing annual and long-term goals, including annual review of department benchmarks.
• Review policies, procedures, documentation, outcome data, etc., to ensure consistency with overall mission, values, and goals of Department.