THE A DVOCATE A publication for employees of the Department of Correction April 2015

Inside this issue : Down on the farm, things are egg-cellent!

Greetings from Kelley 2 It’s been a long time coming, but finally this 2 Calendar of Events month we are seeing the Eggs continued 3 fruits of ADC’s labor. SSMFT 4 The first group of pullets, which were raised at the Conceal carry continued 5 , was trans- ERT training 6 ferred recently to one of Ball & Chain set 7 the three new layer hous- es. 7 Torch Run set Davey Farabough, Service awards 7 Head Farm Manager II, Pinnings 8,9 Around ADC 8 Gleaning thanks 9 Agri Production Supervisor Greg Stephens shows off Health Matters 10 the first eggs. PIO 11 said another house was old pullets every 20 Self-defense class, pinnings 12 filled with hens which weeks. Each will spend were already laying, and approximately 80 weeks Job duty changes 13 the third house will be on the farm, with 60 of Policy Spotlight 13 Twenty-week old hens are ready late this fall. those being in full produc- Training Academy, finds 14 being placed in the layer He said the plan is to house at the Cummins Unit. receive 49,000 one-day- Continued on page 3 Promotions & New Hires 15 Parting shots 16 ADC Weapons Manager discusses carry law

By Robert Hutcheson Based on Arkansas Stat- SB492 Concealed Carry Instructor ute 5-73-120, you are not #96-299 allowed to carry a gun in Because of all the pro- your vehicle unless at least posed changes to the Ar- you must have a license to one of the following is kansas Concealed Carry legally carry a concealed true: Law, I've been asked to handgun. Not everyone • You have a license to clarify a few things that qualifies for a license, carry a concealed handgun apply in regards to carrying however. And even if you • You are on your own a weapon on ADC proper- do have a license, you are property ty. not allowed to carry a gun Currently in Arkansas, wherever you like. Continued on page 5

Page 2 ADC Advocate Cost per day deliberated If you have been following arti- (rent charged to inmates), inmate wel- the Regional Maintenance service cles concerning fare funds (from profits on commis- provided to Arkansas communities the ADC's cost sary items), telephone money (490,314 hours at minimum wage) per day, you (commissions from inmate phone sys- bringing cost per day to $60.85. know there are tem), Federal Revenues (programs With all of this information, we other entities that cost are reimbursed through fed- all have an obligation to spend tax and people as- eral grants) and Miscellaneous In- dollars as efficiently as possible when serting how come (payments for items received it comes to employees work assign- they can house from Social Security, utility reim- ments, utilities, maintaining state inmates cheaper bursements, employee shuttle fees property, etc. than the $63.26 and such). ADC Management Team has Wendy Kelley plus dollar a day Director That would bring the cost per day been asked to review positions as that ADC to $63.08. well as look for other ways to cut ex- spends. Then, if you reduce that by the penses. Please let us know if you To put this in perspective, that state income tax withheld from our have any ideas or suggestions. We all rate includes income ADC generates employees and submitted to the State, want to carry out our mission in a in addition to what is provided from the cost per day is $61.71. safe and efficient manner. the state's general revenue. Next if you reduce this by sales I'm honored to work with profes- I have asked Assistant Director tax paid by the Agency to the State, sionals within ADC to improve public Mike Carraway to determine the cost the cost per day is $61.53. safety. per day excluding work release funds We could further reduce this by Stay safe!

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Special Events? April 2015 Unit Functions? May 2015 5 — Easter Announcements? 7—National Day of Prayer 17—Phenomenal Women 10—Mothers Day 22—Earth Day Conference Dates? 16—Armed Forces Day 22 — Administrative 18—Ball and Chain Professionals Day 21—Law Enforcement Torch Run 25—Memorial Day

Send information to Kat at The Advocate kathlyn.atkinson @arkansas.gov

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Eggs . . . continued from page 1

tion. The freshly-laid eggs roll out onto Stephens said the last of the three The pullets are first placed in the a conveyor belt, where they are carried layer houses will be complete in Sep- old production house, which has been to a vertical belt with fingers which tember, exactly ready for the pullets revamped to take care of the new grab the eggs and transfer them onto which will have been received 20 chicks. At 16-17 weeks old, egg pro- the main conveyor which carries all weeks earlier. duction begins, slowly. At 20 weeks, eggs to the new production house. In When the first of the three layer that batch will be moved to a layer the production house, eggs are washed, houses was completed, ADC pur- house at full prodution. dried, sized, and placed in carton trays. chased 20-week-old chickens to popu- In the state-of-the-art layer house, The trays are then carried to the cooler. late that house in order to start up pro- the hens are fed for 12 hours, then Production from just one of the duction. However, this will not be the lights are out for 12 hours. Approxi- three layer houses will completely feed usual strategy as it is not cost effective. mately 70% of their feed mixture is the inmate population. Farabough said Stephens said each day-old pullet will grown by the ADC. the eggs from the other two layer cost the state 85 cents. houses will be sold to county jails or At this writing, the first received in other states. pullets, now hens, were being moved Collected to be used as fertilizer, to their new layer house and 1,800 chicken litter is caught on a belt. The eggs were gathered the first day from belt carries it to a vat to be transferred this new batch. Eighteen-hundred is a to trucks and carried to the hay field. far cry from the full production line After the 80 weeks, the ‘spent that will be seen by September. hens’ will be sold to non-egg- However, as Stephens looked out production facilities. over the production line, he noted, The high performance hens are Hy “It’s a win-win. I am pleased. I hope, -Line W-36, a Leghorn hybrid. The in the end, we can all look back and houses are warmed completely in the winter by the animal’s own heat. That say this is a really good thing for the ‘benefit’ will, of course, be a ADC.” ‘problem’ in the summer. However, Greg Stephens, Agri Production Su- pervisor, said the louvers and fans lo- In photo above, Stephens deals with an cated on either end of the houses are ‘escapee.’ Conveyer belt, in photo on set to pull the heat out. right, moves eggs to the production The design of the houses comes house. In photo bottom left, inside from Facco, a company based in Italy. work is being done on the third of the Interestingly, that is also where the three layer houses. In photo bottom Leghorn chicken originated. right, eggs are being sorted and checked.

Page 4 ADC Advocate ADC sweeps competition at SSMFT Another wintry mix of weather defined the Southern Third: States Manhunt Field Trials this year as the 16th annual Fourth: East Arkansas Regional Unit event held March 3-7 at Camp Joseph T. Robinson in North Multi Leash Little Rock. First: Ouachita River Unit Teams from Arkansas, Florida, Missouri and Louisiana Second: Jackson Correctional Institute - Florida were involved in single-leash, multi-leash, narcotics, and Third: East Arkansas Regional Unit pack searches on the 33,000-acre camp, which serves as Fourth: headquarters for the Arkansas National Guard. Pack The purpose has always been to allow the dog teams in First: Tucker Unit the region to meet, exchange information and participate in Second: Ouachita River Unit a competition among the most specialized segment of law Third: East Arkansas Regional Unit enforcement, said NCU Warden David White. Fourth: Cummins Unit “The Dog Trials are a means by which they can train Narcotics and learn without the pressure of real life and death situa- First: Rayburn Correctional Center - Louisiana tions,” said White. “Special thanks to the SSMFT staff, Second: Rayburn Correctional Center - Louisiana track layers who work for months before the actual event,” Third: Dixon Correctional Institute - Louisiana said White. Fourth: ADC - Central Office Kevin Glover The winners of divisions in the SSMFT are: Pistol Competition Single Leash First: Tucker Unit, John Maples First: Arkansas Game & Fish Commission Second: C. Crane Second: Cummins Unit Third: Tucker Unit, Jarrod Self

1st—Drug Detection Best Looking Dog 1st—Multi-Leash 1st—Single Leash 1st—Pack Dog

The winner of the Southern States Manhunt Field Trial Fundraiser was Corporal Katherine Stone (Delta Unit), left, shown with Warden James “Hoot” Gibson (Delta Unit). SSMFT board members

Time keepers Track layers

April 2015 Page 5 Newport Complex achieves 100% on standards during ACA audit

Congratulations are in order for Warden Jimmy Banks and the staff of the Newport Complex for completing their American Correctional Association audit recently with 100% scores on mandatory and non-mandatory standards.

In top photo, Director Wendy Kelley meets with auditors.

On bottom left, Warden Banks congratulates the staff. On bottom right, ACA Auditors Reginald Hines, Chairperson Michelle E. VanDusen, and Gerald P. Ellsworth prepare to deliver the ver- dict.

Carry law . . . continued from page 1 • You are a law enforcement of- either arrested, fired, or both. So, what does all of this mean? In ficer, correctional officer, or mem- Here is the truth: Even if you are a nutshell, it means that nobody, other ber of the armed forces acting in on what constitutes a journey, you still than a full-time law enforcement of- the course and scope of your offi- have to abide by the rules and regula- ficer in the scope of his or her duties, cial duties (for ADC personnel that tions set forth in the Arkansas Con- can carry a weapon onto property be- means on a call out and prior per- cealed Carry Law. Recently, Senate longing to the Arkansas Department missions given) Bill 492 came up saying that you can of Correction. • You are assisting a law enforce- now carry a weapon onto the parking At every class I teach, I'm asked ment officer, correctional officer, lots of previously forbidden locations. what someone with a concealed-carry or member of the armed forces While that is true, SB492 clearly stip- license should do when entering an acting in the course and scope of ulates that you still have to abide by area where weapons are prohibited. official duties, according to the the "prohibited places." Such places My advice is this: There are times direction or request of the law en- include prisons and other correctional when we must simply rely on com- forcement officer, correctional of- facilities. mon sense. You don't want to lose a ficer, or member of the armed forc- 5-73-306. Prohibited places. job or your freedom—or worse— es No license to carry a concealed because you carried a weapon some- • You are carrying the gun “upon handgun issued pursuant to this where it did not belong. a journey”* subchapter authorizes any person I can’t tell you not to carry a weap- *A "journey" was recently de- to carry a concealed handgun into: on where you have a legal right to car- fined as any place outside of (4) Any detention facility, , ry it. I can tell you that if you choose your county of residence. or jail; to carry said weapon in a place you It is now a potential defense if you (19) (A) (i) Any place at the dis- know to be illegal then you can expect are charged with carrying a weapon cretion of the person or entity exer- to face the consequences of any other illegally. Some people have decided cising control over the physical person who violates the law. this means that as long as you are on a location of the place by placing at I hope this has helped clear up “journey,” you aren't required to have each entrance to the place a written some areas, and if you still have ques- a license or to conceal your weapon. notice clearly readable at a dis- tions feel free to call my office at 870- Others have interpreted it to mean that tance of not less than ten feet (10') 267-6119 or email me at they can carry their weapons wherever that "carrying a handgun is prohib- [email protected] they please. ited.” This line of thinking will get you Thanks for listening.

Page 6 ADC Advocate ERT training prepares for elite positions Training to become a member of the elite Emergency ons retention, emergency medical skills, electronic re- Response Team, 20 employees endured 40 hours of harsh straints, self defense, riot formations and baton tactics. physical demands to obtain their ERT pin. Administering the class were Emergency Prepared- The course was held the week of March 23 at the ness Administrator Randy Shores, Weapons Manager Tucker Unit and provided training in such areas as team Robert Hutcheson, Max Unit’s Sgt. Ronald Watson, building, less-lethal munitions and chemical agents, weap- Emergency Services Lt Zack Ives, and Tucker ERT Team Leader Sgt. John Maples.

Be civil to all; sociable to many; familiar with few; friend to one; enemy to none. Ben Franklin, US author, diplomat, inventor, physicist, politician, and printer

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Four receive 30-year service awards from ADC Management Team

Ferbia Allen, RLW Unit Cynthia Ashley, Cummins Unit

Sheri Flynn, SOSRA James “Jimmy” Powell, Construction Ball and Chain 2015 set The Ball and Chain Challenge golf tournament is scheduled for May 18, 2015 at Harbor Oaks in Pine Bluff. Sponsored by the ADC and Arkansas Association of Correctional Employees Trust (AACET), the pro- ceeds go to the AACET. The schedule is the same as last year’s schedule: we will have a morning and afternoon round. Trophies will be awarded to the top three teams in both flights, after each round. In addition, there will be prizes for men and women’s longest drive and closest to the pin competitions. If you have played with us before, you know that the Ball and Chain Challenge is a guaranteed good time. We will have lots of food, drinks and door prizes. Lunch will be provided. The morning round will eat after play, and the afternoon will eat before teeing off. A large crowd is expected, so please get your entry form and pay- ment submitted early. The registration form and sponsorship form are located on the AACET website.

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Pinning Percy Arnold, middle, is pinned Major by Wrightsville Warden Dexter Payne, left, and Major James Shipman.

Blood drive Bobby Smith, on left, and Ayn Freygang were among several employees who were on hand to donate blood recently when the Bloodmobile parked at Administration East.

A little friendly chili competition Tiffanye Compton, Rory Griffin, and Jeffrey Stieve (CCS) recently judged the chili at the Central Office competition. Winners were Linda Williams, first place—$50, Patti Con- gleton, second place—$30, and Shirley Smith (wife of Bob- by Smith), third place—$20.

Walmart supports PIP It’s another Paws in Prison run and again Walmart donates food and toys to our PIP dogs.

April 2015 Page 9 ADC’s participation in gleaning project draws thanks In a recent letter to Deputy Direc- The ADC has made a commit- helps feed the hungry, but it also pro- tor Marvin Evans, the ADC was ment to utilize inmate work crews vides an opportunity for inmates to do thanked for its partnership with the when possible to glean fruits and veg- something positive and help repay the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance and etables donated by growers to benefit state for some of the debts owed by the Arkansas Gleaning Project. those in need. their crimes. That is equally im- Jeremy Adams, Food Sourcing Inmates, under the supervision of portant. and Logistics Manager with Arkansas correctional officers, glean donated ADC typically stays busy from Hunger Relief Alliance thanked ADC fruits and vegetables from the fields June through October helping with for supporting the Arkansas Gleaning and orchards of growers. The produce gleaning projects. Prisons geograph- Project last year. is then given to local pantries, soup ically close to the farms with donated The state’s prison system proba- kitchens and shelters that distribute crops respond to assistance requests. bly isn’t the first thing you’d think of food to those in need. The gleaning “We were able to secure 1.5 mil- when contemplating gleaning – the effort provides hundreds of thousands lion pounds last year,” Adams stated. Biblical practice of hand-gathering of pounds of fresh fruits and vegeta- “The support we receive from the leftover crops after the harvest – but, bles to pantries and agencies across ADC makes a tremendous impact on it plays a major role in helping fill the state. this program and the lives of many local food banks. ADC’s participation in the project Arkansans.”

Pinning Jermaine Capel, middle, is pinned Sergeant by NWAWRC Center Supervisor Jason Nichols, left, and Chief of Security Lt. Stephen Simmons.

Pinning Randy Carty, middle, is pinned Sergeant by NWAWRC Center Supervisor Jason Nich- ols, left, and Chief of Security Lt. Stephen Simmons.

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Seasonal allergies: nip them in the bud Spring means flower buds and There's no miracle product that can small container with a spout designed for blooming trees — and if you're one of the eliminate all allergens from the air in nasal rinsing — at your pharmacy or millions of people who have seasonal your home, but these suggestions may health food store. Use water that's dis- allergies, it also means sneezing, conges- help: tilled, sterile, previously boiled and tion, runny nose and other bothersome •Use the air conditioning in your cooled, or filtered using a filter with an symptoms. Seasonal allergies — also house and car. absolute pore size of one micron or called hay fever and allergic rhinitis — •If you have forced air heating or air smaller to make up the saline irrigation can make you miserable. Try these sim- conditioning in your house, use high- solution. Also be sure to rinse the irriga- ple strategies: efficiency filters and follow regular tion device after each use with similarly maintenance schedules. distilled, sterile, previously boiled and Reduce your exposure •Keep indoor air dry with a dehumidi- cooled, or filtered water and leave open to allergy triggers fier. to air-dry. To reduce your exposure to the •Use a portable high-efficiency partic- things that trigger your allergy signs and ulate air (HEPA) filter in your bed- Interested in alternative treat- symptoms (allergens): room. ments? Consider these •Stay indoors on dry, windy days — •Clean floors often with a vacuum A number of natural remedies have the best time to go outside is after a cleaner that has a HEPA filter been used to treat hay fever symptoms. good rain, which helps clear pollen Treatments that may help include extracts from the air. Try an over-the-counter remedy of the shrub butterbur and spirulina (a •Delegate lawn mowing, weed pulling Several types of nonprescription type of dried algae). A number of other and other gardening chores that stir up medications can help ease allergy symp- natural remedies are used to treat aller- allergens. toms. They include: gies, but the benefits aren't clear and •Remove clothes you've worn outside; Oral antihistamines. Antihistamines some may not be safe — so talk to your you may also want to shower to rinse can help relieve sneezing, itching, runny doctor before trying one. pollen from your skin and hair. nose and watery eyes. •Don't hang laundry outside — pollen Decongestants. Oral decongestants When home remedies aren't can stick to sheets and towels. such as pseudoephedrine can provide enough, see your doctor •Wear a dust mask if you do outside temporary relief from nasal stuffiness. For many people, avoiding allergens chores. Decongestants also come in nasal sprays, and taking over-the-counter medications such as oxymetazoline and phe- is enough to ease symptoms. But if your Take extra steps when pollen nylephrine. Only use nasal decongestants seasonal allergies are still bothersome, counts are high for short-term relief. Long-term use of don't give up. A number of other treat- Seasonal allergy signs and symptoms decongestant nasal sprays can actually ments are available. can flare up when there's a lot of pollen in worsen symptoms (rebound congestion). If you have bad seasonal allergies, the air. These steps can help you reduce Nasal spray. Cromolyn sodium na- your doctor may recommend that you your exposure: sal spray can ease allergy symptoms and have skin tests or blood tests to find out •Check your local TV or radio station, doesn't have serious side effects, though exactly what allergens trigger your symp- your local newspaper, or the Internet it's most effective when you begin using toms. Testing can help determine what for pollen forecasts and current pollen it before your symptoms start. steps you need to take to avoid your spe- levels. Combination medications. A num- cific triggers and identify which treat- •If high pollen counts are forecasted, ber of allergy medications combine an ments are likely to work best for you. start taking allergy medications before antihistamine with a decongestant. For some people, allergy shots your symptoms start. (allergen immunotherapy) can be a good •Close doors and windows at night or Rinse your sinuses option. Also known as desensitization, any other time when pollen counts are Rinsing your nasal passages with this treatment involves regular injections high. distilled, sterile saline solution (nasal containing tiny amounts of the substances •Avoid outdoor activity in the early irrigation) is a quick, inexpensive and that cause your allergies. Over time, these morning when pollen counts are high- very effective way to relieve nasal con- injections reduce the immune system est. gestion. Rinsing directly flushes out mu- reaction that causes symptoms. cus and allergens from your nose. Look Keep indoor air clean for a squeeze bottle or a neti pot — a Excerpts from the Mayo Clinic website

April 2015 Page 11 This year’s legislative session is now history As many of you may have heard, posted on the ADC website. We hope ing up such records on our website. Arkansas Sen. David that this gives them time not only to In other legislative news: Sanders’ “transparency modify their behavior, but also to Gov. Hutchinson signed the crim- bill” is about to be- realize that anything they do going inal justice reform bill into law on come law. forward will become known to their April 2. This legislation addresses This is the legisla- families, friends and the general pub- prison overcrowding, the county jail tion that calls for the lic. backlog, probation, parole and Department of Correc- In short, this new law could serve reentry. Cathy Frye tion to begin posting as a deterrent to some problem be- As I’m sure you know, reentry is Public inmates’ disciplinaries. havior. this year’s buzzword at the Capitol. Information Officer The bill no longer Correctional officers’ names will Many people assume that reentry requires us to retroac- not be disclosed. Nor will the details is a parole issue. That may have been tively disclose every inmate’s entire of the offenses. All that will appear is true in past years, but now our law- disciplinary history on the ADC web- the type of violation and the date. makers want to see a reentry process site. Instead, it stipulates that only If you’d like to get a general idea that starts long before an inmate disciplinaries occurring after July 1, of what will be disclosed, I encourage leaves prison. In the coming months, 2015, will be made public. you to visit the Kansas Department of Lawmakers and the public will want There is one exception: Inmates Correction’s website at to know that we are doing our part. being considered for parole will see http://www.dc.state.ks.us/kasper. If there’s a new program or a suc- all of their disciplinary histories post- In Kansas’ experience, these rec- cess story involving a current pro- ed. Those records will remain public ords often are useful in proving that gram at your unit, please let me only during the consideration period. someone is a good candidate for pa- know. Should an inmate be denied parole, role. We want the public and our law- any disciplinaries pre-dating July 1, While the fact that we will be makers to hear about the good things 2015, will be taken down from the posting disciplinary records is new, that happen behind the walls. We website. your duties remain the same: Be fair. want them to know how we intend to Once the governor has signed the Be objective. better prepare inmates to reenter their bill into law, Director Kelley will But also be aware that discipli- communities. send out a memo notifying inmates naries will now be seen by inmates’ Yes, this year’s legislative ses- that as of July 1, all major discipli- family, friends and enemies. These sion is over. But our work is just be- naries with a finding of guilt will be are the people most likely to be look- ginning.

Fish in The Arkansas Game and Fish released bass, mostly females, into a Cummins pond March 28 as a part of the ADC/AGFC Bass Project. The fish are caught in local tournaments and brought to the ADC pond. Prior to the Big Bass Bonanza, the offspring fingerlings are seined out and re- leased to the Arkansas River.

Page 12 ADC Advocate ADC Training Academy offers self-defense class Working inside a prison can be a dangerous envi- and seeing oncoming traffic into my office? ronment if you are not conscious of Is the door locked and who has the key? your surroundings. That can also be Where is the closest security officer to my location? the case outside a prison. With many How would I contact someone in case of an emer- area crime rates at their highest, pro- gency? tecting yourself at home and when Do I have a telephone or radio in my office? you are out is just as important as it What skills do I have to protect myself? is at work. Ask yourself: Can I pro- What items in my office could be used to cause inju- tect myself? What can I do to pro- ry to myself? (think about removing those items) tect myself? How do I not become a 2. Maintain a reactionary gap. victim? Maintaining proper distance Did you know we have a self-defense class for between yourself non-security employees? and possible Self-Defense & Staff Safety threats. (Non-Security Personnel) Some of the This class defines AD 09-17 Use of Force and iden- recent class partic- tifies warning signs of aggressive behavior and allows ipants had these classroom participants to apply hands-on self-defense comments: mechanisms. “Good class “This class provides realistic anticipation of threats for all non- and how to defend yourself,” said Captain Larry Cyr, security personnel Instructor. working in the During this four hour training class, non-security back of prisons - in records, classification, etc.” personnel are trained in pressure point control tactics “Feels great to learn ways to protect myself.” such as: brachial stuns, front thrust kicks, angle kicks, “Great feeling to know you have the techniques to straight punch, pressure points, sprawls and inside protect yourself.” takedown, and the bicycle kick defense. “Please repeat this training and all non-security Survival includes the following two steps: staff should take this.” 1. Develop a predetermined survival response by “Very important information to stay aware of staff answering the following. safety at work and can help you if ever attacked outside Is my desk in a good position to provide movement of the workplace.”

Pinning Dennis Heath, middle, is promoted to Officer First Class, pinned by Lt. Stephen Simmons, left, and Sgt. Randy Carter.

Pinning Jason Schneider, middle, is promoted to Of- ficer First Class, pinned by Sgt. Randy Carter, left, and Sgt. Jermaine Capel.

April 2015 Page 13 Job duty changes Congratulations to Captain Percy Arnold who pro- Deputy Warden Billy Inman transferred to the Var- moted to the rank of Major in March. He has over 20 ner Unit in March to join Warden Randy Watson and years of experience with ADC. He has joined Warden Deputy Warden Jeremy Andrews. Inman will serve as David White and Deputy Warden Eddie Selvey at the the Deputy Warden for treatment and operations. . Deputy Warden David Mills transferred to the Delta Welcome to Mark Warner who came back in March Unit. Mills has many years of experience from the Ten- to ADC as a Deputy Warden. He joined Warden Gaylon nessee Department of Correction and will be an asset to Lay and Deputy Warden DeAngelo Earl at East Arkan- Warden James Gibson. sas Regional Unit. “All of these actions will further strengthen our In addition, three Deputy Wardens have transitioned. agency, and we appreciate your cooperation and assis- Deputy Warden Moses Jackson will carry his secu- tance,” Director Wendy Kelley said. “Thank you for all rity experience to the Tucker Unit to join Warden Ste- your work on behalf of the Department and for public phen Williams and Deputy Warden John Lowe. safety in Arkansas!”

Facts about policy and conduct

Do you have questions about ADC policies and procedures? Then send in your topics to The Advocate, and we’ll be glad to get you the facts. Contact KAT at [email protected] with questions.

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK Leave Programs (in part . . . more to come in following editions)

Employee’s Birthday – Employees are granted one holiday to observe their birthday.

Holidays – The Arkansas Department of Correction observe the following holidays:

New Year’s Day January 1st Martin Luther King Day / Robert E. Lee Third Monday in January President’s Day Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Independence Day July 4th Labor Day First Monday in September Veteran’s Day November 11th Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November Christmas Eve Day December 24th Christmas Day December 25th

Exceptions - The Governor, by Executive Proclamation, may proclaim additional days at his/her discretion in ob- servance of special events or for other reasons.

EXCEPTION 1: Except for the employee’s birth date listed above, all Department offices will be closed on all legal holidays. However, this closing does not apply to units and wherever else employees are essential to the preservation and protection of the public peace, health, and safety. EXCEPTION 2: When a legal holiday falls during a general or special session of the Legislature, the Department offic- es shall remain open and maintain on duty only the minimum number of employees necessary to carry on the business of the offices, unless these offices are permitted to close by Resolution of the General Assembly.

INCLEMENT WEATHER WAS INSERTED FOR MARCH...(you will be on track:, so go to what you just did (above) and skip inclement weather (which was done in March) and go on to Children’s Educational Activities Leave – …..

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Training Academy Graduates: Class 2015-B, March 6, 2015

Willis H. Sargent Outstanding Student Achievement Award

The Willis H. Sargent stu- dent for Class 2015-B is Eliz- Leslee Abbott, Christiana Batey, Devonte Battles, Jamie Betts, Danesha Campbell, William abeth Kelly, second from Cloud, David Cox, Latasha Green, David Hillis, Tamara Horn, Latoshia Jackson, Elizabeth left, with Dexter Holmes Kelly, Marquise Kendal, Sherie Luckett, Amber Maddox, Sharon Matheson, Raynelle (IA), Training Director Fred Maxwell, Kaitlyn McGonigal, Patrick Presley, Cameron Price, Tylor Priest, Everett Ray, Campbell, and Captain Cody Sarrels, Alexis Taylor, Tatreuna Thornton, Benjamin Weeks, and Zackary Wesson. Randy Callas.

Tobacco find! Raymond Naylor, from left, Mike Brockman, and Marvin Evans sort through a ‘tobacco drop’ that was found at the Tucker Unit.

Drug and money find! Sgt. B. Hayes with K9 Mickey and Sgt. B. Cockrell with K9 Tebow assist Baxter County Sheriff’s Office with a search leading to 17.6 ounces of meth and $3,700 cash.

OPEN ENROLLMENT (Year-round Classes)

Internet-Based eCademy Classes Classes provided by National Institute of Corrections Visit www.nicic.org. You must get approval from your Unit Trainer before taking any eCademy classes.

Open enrollment, Inter-Agency Classes These classes are offered to all staff members in Little Rock. They vary in length. Classes are also offered through the Criminal Justice Institute in Little Rock.

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Promotions Date Name Position Unit 03/01/2015 Gregory Ivey Sergeant Grimes 03/01/2015 Christopher Pittillo Recreational Activity Supv Delta 03/01/2015 Christopher Sherrill Agriculture Unit Supv I Farm 03/01/2015 Jerry Sunderland Sergeant Transprttn-Ouachita 03/08/2015 Jermaine Capel Sergeant Northwest Arkansas 03/08/2015 Randy Carter Sergeant Northwest Arkansas 03/08/2015 Donald Hopper Fiscal Support Specialist Accounting 03/08/2015 William Nevin III Sergeant Transportation-Tucker 03/15/2015 Kenny Cantrell Lieutenant Grimes 03/15/2015 Tasha Griffin Sergeant Cummins 03/15/2015 Brandi Hood Payroll Service Specialist Human Resources 03/15/2015 Kimeron Hubbard Disciplinary Hearing Officer Grimes 03/15/2015 Sherry Staton Institution HR Coordinator Ouachita 03/22/2015 Regina Johnson Admin Specialist II East Arkansas

03/23/2015 Percy Arnold Major North Central 03/23/2015 Judy May Fiscal Support Analyst Accounting

What a difference sea- sons makes! This tree, located at Central Of- fice, is beautiful in the fall, on left, and in the spring, on right.

New Hires Date Name Position Unit 03/02/2015 Bridney Taylor Administrative Specialist I East Arkansas

03/09/2015 Bethany Davis Administrative Specialist I Ouachita 03/09/2015 Robert King Maintenance Technician Construction 03/09/2015 Kristin Leipert Commissary Manager Maximum Security 03/16/2015 Karla McTigrit Industrial Supervisor I Industry-Cummins 03/16/2015 Kevin Collins Sergeant Maximum Security 03/23/2015 Andrew Pearce Administrative Specialist I Grimes 03/24/2015 Tony Huffman Attorney Supervisor Central Office

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