When exploring options for a new, expanded or renovated jail, Gundlach Champion performs professional studies to give you the objective information you need in order to make the best decision for your community.

• On-site inspections of the current jail facility, along with interviews of county personnel;
• Review of existing jail blueprints and relevant studies and reports from the NIC, your DOC, and others;
• Analysis of current and potential operational expenses;
• County demographic and population projections;
• Discussion of future potential jail bed needs;
• Preparation of renovation and expansion options with conceptual floor plans;
• “Best Case” options for site proximity to corrections/justice agencies that serve your county;
• Projections of realistic revenue analysis with expansion, including bed rental;
• Comparative analysis of similarly-sized counties;
• Presentation of options to county officials and the community at large;
• Conceptual cost estimates including budget and financing options;
• Assistance with moving your project forward.

Gundlach Champion has completed studies for these counties (all in Michigan):

• Alcona
• Baraga
• Delta
• Gogebic
• Marquette
• Ogemaw
• Otsego