Texas Department of Criminal Justice Annual Review: 2010 Page: 6
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and members of the Texas Legislature
Austin, Texas
It is my honor to present the FiscalYear 2olo Annual Review for the Texas Department
of Criminal Justice (TDCJ).
This year's report continues to highlight the dedication and devotion of the 40,000-
plus criminal justice professionals that make up TDCJ. Their hard work and determina-
tion are remarkable, and I am proud to be associated with them.
Over the past year, TDCJ continued to intensify its commitment to protecting
the public's safety with a focus on enhancing security practices - to include the instal-
lation of new security technology and the expansion of information gathering
and intelligence operations. We have also increased our efforts to continuously
improve employee proficiency though new and specialized security training
initiatives, enhancements to hiring standards for correctional officers and a
year-round fitness challenge for agency staff.
Further, with a renewed focus on reentry and diversion, we have contin-
ued our emphasis on reducing offender recidivism. Through collaborative part-
nerships with state and local organizations, the transitional services that are
available to offenders as they reenter society are expanding across the state.
The use of diversionary community supervision programs has also increased,
helping to address the needs of offenders on the front end of the criminal jus-
tice system.
The success of these initiatives and the efficiency generated to confront
and overcome the day-to-day challenges of managing our criminal justice system
are indicative of the commitment and dedication of TDCJ employees. They have
earned my respect and my appreciation for their service to this great state.
Sincerely,
Oliver J. Bell
Chairman
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