Jackson County Jail to roll out weekly commissary cart and security upgrades

Chief Jammie Jeter

During the latest meeting of the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners, Chief Jammie Jeter of the Jackson County Correctional Facility presented a proposal to enhance inmate services and bolster digital security at the jail. The board approved two key initiatives: the introduction of a mobile commissary service and the implementation of multi-factor authentication (MFA) technology.

  Chief Jeter sought the board’s approval to amend the county’s existing contract with Keith Commissary, paving the way for the launch of CART services — a rolling, weekly commissary cart that will make essential food and hygiene items more accessible to inmates. The mobile unit is scheduled to operate three to four times per week, escorted by a correctional officer during each visit.

  “This service not only improves inmates’ access to basic items but also enhances the facility’s ability to support inmate welfare programs,” Jeter said. “More frequent access means better morale and higher commissions for the Inmate Welfare Fund.”

  The CART program is expected to generate increased revenue for the fund through commissions on inmate purchases, providing additional support for educational, recreational, and rehabilitative resources within the facility.

  In a separate agenda item, the board also approved a proposal from Inspired Technologies to upgrade the facility’s digital security through the adoption of multi-factor authentication (MFA). The mandated upgrade, mandated includes a one-time expense of $1,470 for hardware,  tokens and a recurring monthly subscription fee of $150 for the necessary software.

  “MFA is no longer a luxury, it’s a requirement for compliance and security,” said Jeter. “We must ensure the digital systems at our facility are protected from unauthorized access, especially as we handle sensitive data daily.”

  The MFA system will provide an added layer of cybersecurity, aligning with state and federal guidelines for correctional facilities.

  With these approvals, Jackson County Correctional Facility continues its commitment to improving both the quality of life for inmates and the integrity of its operations. The new commissary CART and security enhancements are expected to be implemented in the coming weeks.