Lynn:  We're on agreement that we very inadequately fund community mental health resources.  I only support closure and transition to a women's prison because a) it should release ten million dollars more which could be redirected to community services and b) a women's prison is going to be opened and the JC facility would be a good place for a "model" program with many of the services we now see at Sponsors.  It would be a tremendous opportunity to pilot programs which addressed transition services for young women.  

Thank you for the compliment on the article.  Again, while we agree and sometimes disagree on issues, I do respect and appreciate your dedication to needy Oregonians.  If you'd ever like to sit down for coffee and a visit, I'd enjoy it.  my regards, Gary Crum