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2023 ABM Meeting App

The 2023 ICAOS ABM APP is streamlined and all-new this year. By downloading it today, you can:

  • View the ABM Schedule at a glance – keeping track of meeting locations and times;
  • Review key meeting materials, including ICAOS Rules, the ABM Docket Book, and more;
  • Keep up with recent announcements;
  • Find information about the hotel, local eateries, and transportation;
  • And, post your thoughts about a session or share your experiences with other attendees.

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2023 ABM Meeting App QR Code

 

Use the QR code provided above to download the app.

 

ABM Agenda

All times indicated in ET

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September 18, 2023

Executive Committee Meeting, Energy, 3rd Floor

 
5:00 pm

Public Hearing, Momentum, 3rd Floor

Speakers:

  • Mary Kay Hudson (IN), Chair
  • Susan Gagnon (ME), Rules Committee Chair
  • Thomas Travis, ICAOS General Counsel

 

A formal proceeding to allow interested parties, including the general public, to comment on the proposed rule amendment. Because this is a one-way exchange, any comments, questions, or concerns expressed will not be addressed.

 
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

New Commissioner & DCA Welcome, Grain Rooftop Beer Garden, 5th Floor

(By invitation)

 

September 19, 2023

Welcome & Introduction, Granby Ballroom DE, 3rd Floor

2023 Rule Proposal Presentation, Granby Ballromm DE, 3rd Floor

Speakers:

  • Susan Gagnon (ME), Rules Committee Chair
  • Rules Committee Members

 

The Rules Committee will introduce the rule proposal that will be considered by the Commission during the General Session. The information will include the rules committee's support or opposition to the proposal, as well as its practical implications. The session will also cover proposals that were withdrawn for further consideration and revisions.

 

BREAK
10:15 am - Noon

Collaborative Problem Solving, Granby Ballroom DE, 3rd Floor

 

Through small group discussions, attendees will discuss strategies for addressing compact issues that member states experience. The goal of this session is to identify and share best practices while recognizing that varying state structures necessitate alternative approaches.

Rotation Example

 
Noon - 1:30 pm

LUNCH [on your own]
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Implementation Science: Making Successful Change, Granby Ballroom DE, 3rd Floor

Speakers:

  • Dr. Alexandra Walker, Alliance for Community and Justice Innovation

 

Effective leaders in today's criminal justice systems are those who embrace not only the science of effective risk and recidivism reduction, but also the science of effective implementation. They strive to implement evidence-based practices (EBP) and justice reform initiatives, but frequently encounter significant human and systemic challenges that hinder effective implementation. This presentation will focus on the key implementation leadership principles that influence organizational change and their direct contribution to implementation success.

 
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm

BREAK
2:45 pm - 5:00 pm

East Region Meeting, Momentum 1, 3rd Floor

South Region Meeting, Paul D. Fraim Center, 4rd Floor

Midwest Region Meeting, Momentum 2&3, 3rd Floor

West Region Meeting, Energy, 3rd Floor
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Reception, U.S.S. Wisconsin Battleship, 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510

September 20, 2023

General Session, Granby Ballroom, 3rd Floor

Call to Order
Flag Presentation   
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda and Minutes
9:15 am

Community Corrections Alternative Program

Speakers:

  • Joseph Owen, Superintendent at Brunswick CCAP & Hannah White, CCAP Program Manager
9:15 am - 10:15 am

Committee Reports
10:15 am - 10:30 am

BREAK
10:30 am - Noon

How to Get Gritty When Things Get Shitty

Speakers:

  • Emily Hitchings, Director of Agency Partnerships, Brower Psychological Police & Public Safety Services

 

Probation officers face a multitude of challenges, both personally and professionally. While working tirelessly to support and monitor, and the feeling of doing more with less, officers are dealing with more than ever before. Coupled with the impact of exposure to trauma, this calling can both feel purposeful and taxing. This workshop acknowledges those very real stressors but also provides valuable insight and strategies to increase personal morale, well-being, and a mindset of grit through resiliency tactics.

  • Identify and discuss challenges to resiliency currently facing professionals within this field of work.
  • Discuss negativity bias and how it can hijack our brain and affect morale.
  • Discuss the physiological effects of trauma exposure and learn practical strategies for getting the yuck out.
  • Discover resiliency strategies and tools to positively affect mindset and overall wellness.
  • Work with various stress mitigation strategies to help improve daily functioning.
  • Create strategies for personal resilience utilizing the tips and tools offered to enhance preventative and responsive resilience.
Noon - 1:30 pm

LUNCH [on your own]
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Compliance Committee Meeting, Adrenaline, 3rd Floor

DCA Liaison Committee Meeting, Imagination, 3rd Floor

Finance Committee Meeting, Momentum 3, 3rd Floor

Rules Committee Meeting, Momentum 1, 3rd Floor

Training Committee Meeting, Fusion, 3rd Floor

Technology Committee Meeting, Momentum 2, 3rd Floor
2:30 pm - 3:45 pm

Don't Just Be a Rule Follower: The Human Side of Compact

Speakers:

  • Mary Kay Hudson (IN), Commission Chair;
  • Mac Pevey (WA), Commission Vice Chair;
  • Jeremiah Stromberg (OR), Commission Past Chair

 

This session follows up on the individuals featured in the documentary “The Road Home,” which highlights the humanization of compact business.  Attendees will share and learn evolving practical applications of ICAOS rules given the advancements in sentencing and supervision practices. Special emphasis will be placed on behavior change and supervision.

 
3:45 pm - 4:00 pm

BREAK
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Old Business / New Business

Award Presentation

Executive Chair, Executive Director, and Victims Advocate

Oath of Office

Region Chairs

Adjournment
4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

Executive Committee Meeting, Ghent, 3rd Floor
 

Featured Speakers

Alex Walker

Dr. Alexandra Walker

Alex has over 20 years of experience working in human services. From mental health and substance use treatment to reentry systems, she has been implementing innovative justice reform strategies in organizations big and small. Prior to founding ACJI with her partners, Alex has worked across the legal spectrum in residential treatment, jails, halfway houses, prisons, and community reentry programs with her most recent position being the Vice Chair of the Colorado Board of Parole. Throughout her career, Alex has been tasked with implementing numerous agency-wide and statewide initiatives to create socially significant outcomes. She led the design and

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Emily Hitchings

Emily Hitchings

Emily is currently the Programming Director for the National Emergency Responder and Public Safety Center. Emily served as a police officer for the Aurora Colorado Police Department for nearly 17 years in a variety of uniform and undercover assignments, including patrol, vice and narcotics, and fugitive apprehension.

 

While there, she served as the department’s employee support and wellness officer, overseeing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual support

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Public Hearing Notice ABM 2023

Rule 5.108

Bylaws, Article 2 - Ex-Officio Members

 

Reimbursement Form

We are excited to offer a streamlined and convenient process for members to request reimbursement for eligible expenses incurred while attending the ICAOS ABM event. Please complete the form below with accurate details, and don't forget to check the second page for detailed instructions on submitting your reimbursement request. Our team will ensure a prompt review and processing of your submission.

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Hilton Norfolk The Main

Hilton Norfolk The Main is located at 100 East Main Street in Norfolk, Virginia. This premier hotel offers an indoor pool, fitness center, business center, and three on-site restaurants. Attendees will have convenient access to popular Norfolk attractions such as the Chrysler Museum of Art and the USS Wisconsin, as well as plenty of waterside entertainment options. Please note that hotel reservations must be made by August 11, 2023, to guarantee the meeting rate and availability.

 

For any questions, please contact Barno Saturday at 859-721-1056 or meetings@interstatecompact.org

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Transportation

As you prepare to travel to Norfolk for the Annual Business Meeting, there are a few important things to keep in mind to make the most of your trip. You are responsible for making your own travel arrangements, including arranging ground transportation options such as taxis, Uber, and Lyft services averaging $35 each way.  Please book your flight at least 21 days in advance to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience and to stay within the $650 limit for flight reimbursement. The airport closest to the hotel is Norfolk International Airport. If you intend to drive to Norfolk, mileage will be reimbursed at the rate of $0.655 per mile.

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Per Diem

The Commission will reimburse Commissioner, Ex-officio members, and one Deputy Compact Administrator from each state for attending this meeting in accordance with the ICAOS Travel Reimbursement Policy.

  • Travel Days: Mon, September 18 and Thu, September 21.
  • Business Days: Tue, September 19 and Wed, September 20

To help you plan for travel-related expenses, be sure to reference the ICAOS travel policy, which specifies a daily food per diem limit. The daily food per diem in Norfolk is $59, broken down as follows:

  • $44.25 for travel days
  • $13 for breakfast
  • $15 for lunch
  • $26 for dinner
  • $5 for incidentals
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Award Nominations

Please consider nominating a deserving candidate for one of the Commission’s esteemed awards. Award nominations deadline: July 1, 2023.

Peyton Tuthill Award

The Peyton Tuthill Award goes to a legislator, victims advocate, law enforcement officer, or another individual with demonstrated exceptional leadership and service to the Commission.

The 2022 Annual Business Meeting marked the end of a two-year collaboration between ICAOS and the National Institute of Corrections to create a documentary, which was a highlight of the event. The film provides compelling insights into the experiences of adults on probation or parole dealing with interstate transfers, garnering thousands of views. One commissioner found the documentary a poignant reminder of the Compact's significance.

Attendees at this year’s Annual Business Meeting in Norfolk will hear updates from the documentary participants on their supervision successes and challenges since the release of the documentary last year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who does ICAOS reimburse for attending the annual business meeting?

  • The Commission will reimburse commissioners/official designees, ex-officio members, and one deputy compact administrator from each state for attending this meeting in accordance with the ICAOS Travel Reimbursement Policy.
  • Additional state representatives may attend this public meeting at their own expense.  
  • All attendees must register for the meeting.
  • Reimbursed attendees must attend the training and general sessions to receive reimbursement. 

Is there a registration fee?

  • There is no registration fee to attend the annual business meeting.

What are the authorized travel dates?

  • Attendees should arrive on Monday, September 18, 2023 and depart on Thursday, September 21, 2023. 
  • Executive Committee members should arrive on Sunday, September 17 to attend the Executive Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, September 18.

What if I need/want to come early or stay after?

  • You are welcome to extend your stay at your expense. The hotel rate will be offered 3 days before and after the meeting, based on the availability should you mix business with pleasure.

When does registration close?

  • Please register AND book your hotel room via provided link by August 11, 2023.

Who is required to attend the Executive Committee meeting?

  • Only Executive Committee members are required to attend the Executive Committee meeting scheduled for 1:30 pm ET on Monday, September 18.

Who needs to attend the Public Hearing?

  • Attending the Public Hearing is optional for Commission members. The event is a formal proceeding that allows interested parties, including the general public, to comment on the proposed rule amendment.

How do I access the meeting materials?

  • The ABM meeting materials will only be available in digital form. All attendees will receive a printed copy of the agenda.

How do I make my hotel reservations?

  • A link to the hotel reservation page is available on the ABM page. The hotel rate is $98 + tax (2023 gov per diem rate). Hotel cancellations must be made at least 72hrs. prior to arrival to avoid penalty.
  • Attendees must make their own hotel arrangements.

How should I proceed if my travel cost exceeds the authorized travel reimbursement cost?

  • Flights should be purchased at least 21 days in advance and not exceed $650. Exceeding this amount requires authorization from the Executive Director.
  • Mileage is reimbursed at the prevailing federal rate per mile - $0.655/mi.  Prior approval from the Executive Director is required, if the total mileage to be reimbursed exceeds the cost of a 21-day advance purchase airline ticket.

ABM Workgroup Members

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Commissioner / Chair

Mac Pevey (WA)

Joselyn López, WI

Commissioner

Joselyn López (WI)

James Park, VA

Commissioner

James Park (VA)

Jeremiah Stromberg, OR

Commissioner

Jeremiah Stromberg (OR)

Steve Turner, KY

Commissioner

Steve Turner (KY)

Susan Gagnon, ME

Commissioner

Susan Gagnon (ME)

Dale Crook, VT

Commissioner

Dale Crook (VT)

Suzanne Brooks, OH

DCA

Suzanne Brooks (OH)

Mark Patterson, OR

DCA

Mark Patterson (OR)

Julie Lohman, VA

DCA

Julie Lohman (VA)

Who will/can be reimbursed?

The Commission will reimburse Commissioner/Official designees, Ex-officio members, and two Deputy Compact Administrators from bifurcated or one Deputy Compact Administrator from non-bifurcated (in ICOTS) states for attending this meeting in accordance with the ICAOS Travel Reimbursement Policy. Additional state representatives may attend this public meeting at their own expense. All attendees must register for the meeting.

What does it take to receive my reimbursement for the day?

All paid attendees must-attend events they registered for the day to be reimbursed for the day.

What if I need/want to come early or stay after?

The hotel has limited meeting rate availability 3 days before and 3 days after the meeting should you mix business with pleasure. Please reach out to Barno Saturday at meetings@interstatecompact.org if you are interested in staying additional days.

Is there a registration fee?

There is no registration fee to attend the meeting.

When does registration close?

Please make sure to register all your attendees for the meeting on the website by August 18, 2022.

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