Criticism about the $96 million Rock County Jail expansion has the County Board Chair speaking out.

Rich Bostwick says a bigger proposed recreation space for inmates helps them blow off steam and makes a huge difference in behavior.

Bostwick says having more educational and skills programs reduce recidivism by setting inmates up for success when they are released.

The project is expected to be completed in 2024 with demolition of the Pinehurst building in 2025.