TO: Committee of the Whole - Public Safety and Human Services
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Police
Chief Darrell Lowe
425-556-2521
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Police
Brian Coats
Deputy Chief
Police
Ryan George
Lieutenant
TITLE:
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2026 Rate Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Redmond and the South Correctional Entity (SCORE)
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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The City of Redmond is required to provide for housing for inmates detained on City misdemeanor charges. The City currently contracts with South Correctional Entity (SCORE), located in Des Moines, to provide these jail services. This Amendment to the 2026 SCORE ILA for Inmate Housing contains a rate increase of five (5) percent for guaranteed and non-guaranteed inmate beds.
The daily rates for guaranteed and non-guaranteed beds is effective January 1, 2026
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REQUESTED ACTION:
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REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
N/A
* Required:
The City is required by law to house misdemeanants under RCW 39.34.180 (Criminal Justice Responsibilities - Interlocal Agreements - Termination).
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
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OUTCOMES:
In 2026, the City will secure twenty-two (22) guaranteed jail beds per day through the SCORE Jail, reflecting a 5% rate increase over 2025. The booking fee will also increase from $80 to $95. Increasing the number of guaranteed beds to 22 aligns with projected daily usage, reduces use of more costly non-guaranteed beds, and is estimated to save approximately $54,000 annually.
Guaranteed beds are priced at $155.69 per day, compared to $223.83 for non-guaranteed beds, a difference of nearly 44%. Expanding the guaranteed allocation provides greater budget predictability and minimizes the risk of overage charges.
This adjustment is further supported by the fact that approximately 90% of ...
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