Its mind-boggling to see how infrastructure failures at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility have created a toxic environment for both inmates and staff 
. The fact that air-handling systems are outdated, malfunctioning, or non-existent is a clear example of neglect and poor management.
The report highlights chronic problems with moisture intrusion, deteriorating building materials, and long-neglected mechanical systems, which ultimately lead to mold growth and poor air quality. It's disheartening to see how the Department of Corrections has downplayed these concerns despite documented evidence of respiratory problems, skin reactions, and other symptoms among inmates.
The proposed repairs are a drop in the bucket compared to the $12 million needed to address the facility's most serious infrastructure problems
. A more comprehensive approach is required to rectify these issues, including a thorough assessment of the building envelope, ventilation systems, and moisture management strategies.
This report raises significant questions about the state's commitment to addressing environmental health conditions at Michigan's only women's prison
. It's essential that policymakers take immediate action to address these issues and ensure a safe and healthy environment for both inmates and staff 
. The fact that air-handling systems are outdated, malfunctioning, or non-existent is a clear example of neglect and poor management.The report highlights chronic problems with moisture intrusion, deteriorating building materials, and long-neglected mechanical systems, which ultimately lead to mold growth and poor air quality. It's disheartening to see how the Department of Corrections has downplayed these concerns despite documented evidence of respiratory problems, skin reactions, and other symptoms among inmates.
The proposed repairs are a drop in the bucket compared to the $12 million needed to address the facility's most serious infrastructure problems
. A more comprehensive approach is required to rectify these issues, including a thorough assessment of the building envelope, ventilation systems, and moisture management strategies.This report raises significant questions about the state's commitment to addressing environmental health conditions at Michigan's only women's prison
. It's essential that policymakers take immediate action to address these issues and ensure a safe and healthy environment for both inmates and staff 
IT'S LIKE THEY'RE PLAYING RISK WITH PEOPLE'S HEALTH OVER THERE! FIRST OF ALL, WHO SETS UP OLDER SYSTEMS THAT CAN'T EVEN HANDLE REGULATING AIR QUALITY? AND NOW WE'RE TALKING ABOUT MOLD AND POOR AIR QUALITY? 
IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT THE FACILITY, IT'S ABOUT THE INMATES' WELL-BEING! 
I MEAN, WE KNOW THEY CAN'T DO EVERYTHING PERFECTLY, BUT COME ON! YOU'D THINK WITH $12 MILLION PROPOSED REPAIRS, THEY'D BE ABLE TO FIX SOME OF THESE ISSUES. 
IT'S LIKE THEY'RE WAITING FOR SOMETHING TO GO WRONG BEFORE TAKING ACTION... AND WHEN IT DOES, WHO KNOWS WHAT KIND OF DAMAGE WILL BE DONE? 
this is insane, i cant believe theyre letting inmates suffer like this in a supposed "corrective facility". 300k sq ft of pipes with mineral buildup? it's like they expect mold to grow and just roll with it 
and what really gets me is that the dept of corrections knows about these issues internally but still downplays them, its like they're more concerned with saving face than actual lives 
what about the long-term effects on inmates who've been living in this environment for years? i hope the state takes responsibility for this and actually does something about it 
