FRANKLIN, Ind. — A proposed inmate rehabilitation center in Johnson County is stirring up debate.
County commissioners want to build the facility at the corner of Drake and Hospital roads in Franklin.
However, some homeowners are concerned about the potential trouble it could bring.
“With the proximity to the residential neighborhoods, it introduces much risk for children,” said an opponent.
Another opponent commented, “The reality is, they may be low-level offenders and that makes them uncomfortable.”
Commissioner Ron West says the proposed site is only 100 yards from the current community corrections location.
The county plans to submit a request to Franklin’s Board of Zoning Appeals to ask that the property be rezoned for the facility.
Local News Digital’s CJ Miller reports: