TEWKSBURY – Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian and Tewksbury Police Chief Ryan Columbus today announced the completion of a month-long painting project at the Tewksbury Police Station by members of a Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (MSO) Community Work Program (CWP) crew.
CWP crews are comprised of incarcerated individuals from the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction who are nearing the end of their sentences. Participants have completed individualized treatment plans – such as programming for substance use disorders, educational/vocational training and other needs. Each individual has been screened and approved for participation by MSO staff.
The four-man crew – supervised by an officer from the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office – worked in Tewksbury between March 3-28. They painted hallways, common spaces and the training room, among other spots inside the police station.
“I want to thank the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office for doing this work,” said Chief Columbus. “This is just the latest example of our great partnership with Sheriff Koutoujian and the entire MSO.”
“We know that this program brings great benefit not only to our local communities, but also to the individuals who participate. The pride these individuals feel in a job well done – and the skills they gain as they prepare for re-entry back to the community – are immeasurable,” said Sheriff Koutoujian. “We were glad to assist Tewksbury PD with this project and look forward to continuing our close working relationship with Chief Columbus and his team.”
