Chisago County Probations Department Expansion

As part of Chisago County’s broader facility assessment and space-needs planning effort, ICS helped identify and advance a focused renovation and expansion for the County probations department to address existing space constraints and expiration of an existing lease that houses some staff off-site. The $1.2 million project transformed those recommendations into a practical workplace solution designed to improve departmental operations, accommodate current and future space needs, and better support staff and the people they serve.

ICS began working with the county in 2024 to evaluate facilities, building systems, departmental space use, and long-term capital needs. That work gave county leadership a clearer understanding of existing space constraints and helped establish priorities for reinvestment. The probations department expansion emerged as an actionable project, allowing the county to address immediate operational needs while supporting future service demands.

Project Focus

• Expansion and renovation of space serving the Chisago County Probations Department
• Procured and managed the design team for the County under the program management delivery model
• Improved departmental layout, workflow, and use of available space
• Programming informed by staff needs, current operations, and anticipated growth
• Coordination of building systems, interior improvements, life-safety requirements, and accessibility considerations
• Budget development and implementation planning tied to the county’s capital priorities
• Construction management focused on schedule, cost, quality, and continuity of county services

ICS Approach

ICS carried the project from assessment and programming into an actionable plan and budget the county board could act upon. The implemented project helped the county translate documented needs into a defined renovation scope and achievable budget. The team coordinated planning, project development, construction activities, and stakeholder communication, with close attention to detail, timelines, and budget performance throughout the probations department remodel.