Clearfield County Commissioners hear complaints about Moshannon Valley Processing Center

Clearfield County Commissioners hear complaints about Moshannon Valley Processing Center

CLEARFIELD — Members of the public packed the Clearfield County Commissioners meeting Tuesday morning to urge the commissioners to not renew its contract with The GEO Group, Inc. for the operation of the Moshannon Valley Processing Center.

Clearfield County Commissioners Respond to Mo-Valley Processing Center Concerns

CLEARFIELD, Pa. — The Clearfield County commissioners have responded to questions regarding the Moshannon Valley Processing Center. Following a regular meeting Tuesday, the commissioners clarified the county’s limited ability to control the facility. At the start of the meeting, the board heard comments from residents and other concerned individuals regarding recent incidents at the facility, including an alleged hunger strike and reports of inh…

Clearfield Co., Commissioners Hear Complaints Regarding ICE Detention Center

A delegation, organized by regional Indivisible groups yesterday urged Clearfield County Commissioners to terminate their contract with The GEO Group, operator of the Moshannon Valley Processing Center near Philipsburg, an immigration detention facility, citing allegations of inhumane conditions and ethical concerns.  While commissioners acknowledged the complaints, they indicated a contract renewal is likely, in order to maintain local economic…