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Wisconsin Prison Overhaul Plan Projected to Cost $585 Million

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What happened

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Governor Tony Evers announced that the state's prison overhaul plan will cost approximately $585 million, which is 80% more than the original $325 million projection. The plan includes closing the Green Bay Correctional Institution and rebuilding Waupun Correctional. State Representative Franklin disputed the approval timeline, arguing that Governor Evers has delayed action on the plan since 2020.

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Why it matters

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The overhaul requires a major shift in state infrastructure spending and corrections operations, with completion now projected for late 2032. The plan involves closing the 128-year-old Green Bay Correctional Institution and reconfiguring other prisons across Wisconsin.

From duke.fm

Who's involved

  • Tony EversGovernor of Wisconsin who oversees the prison overhaul plan and announced the cost increase.
  • FranklinState Representative who disputes the plan's approval timeline and questions the cost figures.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Wisconsin Department of Workforce DevelopmentSpeculative

    The project might increase demand for labor hiring for construction and correctional operations.

  • Green BaySpeculative

    The closure of the Green Bay Correctional Institution could affect local employment and tax revenue.

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