Dels sets aside room for Treatment Court

On Monday night Lebanon City Council approved a Chapter 353 Redevelopment plan for the Dels Redevelopment area at 2070 West Elm. The former motel was declared blighted after repeatedly failing inspections. The owner of the old motel will be investing in the project providing liveable space; including two dwellings for individuals who have been participating in Drug Treatment Court. Lebanon Mayor Jared Carr is excited about the prospect…

One of the challenges faced by individuals who are coming out of jail or prison is finding a safe place to live, away from an environment that might lead them back to addiction. Treatment Court in Laclede County allows a limited number of repeat offenders to choose a supervised recovery path over several months.