DART Center operations and state recognition
Summary
A retired probation officer praised the county's new DART program for people with mental health and substance issues, commending commissioners for finding the money to address the problem.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Sep 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
People with mental health and substance use issues who enter the justice system.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Prison Oversight Board - Sep 9, 2026
The DART behavioral health facility, with four competency beds and step-down units, is nearly full. The DA's office toured it and called conditions immaculate; Montgomery County holds two reserved beds under contract.
Prison Oversight Board - May 13, 2026
Ten people have been stepped down from jail to the DART Center, and nearly 20 Harrisburg officials including the state Human Services secretary toured the facility. Two positions — reentry coordination and clinical services — are open with hiring underway.
Retirement Board - Apr 15, 2026
A retired probation officer praised the county's new DART program for people with mental health and substance issues, commending commissioners for finding the money to address the problem.
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