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Jackson councilman against tax increase to fund new Hinds County jail

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes, Ward 3, said Hinds County taxpayers should not carry the cost of a new jail.

The councilman raised concerns after receiving a letter from the Hinds County Board of Supervisors. The letter outlined a plan to charge municipalities for housing their detainees at the new jail.

The board approved a rate of $31.25 for 31 days, including $6.25 per day for medical reimbursement. The county also plans to sign contracts with cities and state agencies to hold pretrial detainees.

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Stokes said the move would shift the burden to taxpayers. He plans to bring the issue up at the next City Council meeting.

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