Sheriff Completes 32 Hour Shift at Jail

SHERIFF GLODIS COMPLETES 32 HOUR SHIFT AT JAIL NEW SHERIFF SLEEPS IN MAXIMUM SECURITY, EATS BREAKFAST WITH INMATES Worcester – Despite a full day of snow, sleet and freezing rain, Sheriff Guy Glodis wrapped up a 32-hour long stay at the Worcester County House of Correction today, bringing to conclusion his first two days as Sheriff.  Beginning Thursday morning at 9 am and concluding Friday at 5 pm, Sheriff Glodis hosted various state officials, met with staff during each eight-hour shift, welcomed new recruits, and took part in a number of education and substance abuse programs. “During my campaign, I vowed to provide full disclosure of what goes on at the Sheriff’s Department, and today I reaffirm that pledge,” Sheriff Glodis stated.  “In order to be successful, we must be accountable to the media, state officials and particularly to the citizens of Worcester County for every single thing that happens here.” Sheriff Glodis began his two day stay at the jail with a facilities infrastructure tour, focusing on a number of buildings that suffer from rapidly deteriorating conditions.   The Sheriff also took part in a number of program areas, including supervision of a classroom that offers inmates post-GED continuing education.  In an effort to educate state leaders about conditions at the jail, the new Sheriff welcomed Senator Jarrett T. Barrios (D-Cambridge), Chairman of the Legislature’s Public Safety Committee, for an in-depth tour that featured participation in an inmate substance abuse counseling session conducted by AdCare.  Senator Barrios commented: “There are few public officials who bring more resolve and energy to their job than Guy Glodis.  He is tackling enormous challenges, ranging from a budgetary deficit to physical plants problems to an overcrowding rate that is approaching 165%.  It is incumbent upon all of us, whether it’s in Boston or here in Worcester County, to give Guy the support he needs to achieve the changes and reform he’s envisioned for the Sheriff’s Department.” Intent on experiencing every aspect of day-to-day life at the jail, Sheriff Glodis slept in a Maximum Security cell overnight, leaving only to eat breakfast with the inmates the following morning.   Sheriff Glodis concluded his 32-hour shift first with an inspection of an inmate housing facility, accompanied by new Correction Officer recruits, and finally by hosting Mr. Pat Bradley, Undersecretary of Public Safety, for a comprehensive tour of the jail. After examining the House of Correction, Undersecretary Bradley remarked: “The issues facing the jail affect everyone in Worcester County.  However, by opening the doors to the jail, Sheriff Glodis has taken a major step in the right direction towards finding solutions to the ongoing obstacles that continue to plague this institution.” Though tired after a long day of work, Sheriff Glodis remained determined:  “I am a firm believer in leading by example, by holding myself to the same standard I expect of my employees.   The road ahead will not be easy, but with enough hard work and dedication, I know we will ultimately be successful.”