I’ve worked four years for ACI at CME on Lewis Complex. Working for Swift has given me knowledge that will ensure my future with multiple job opportunities. I’ve learned the latest technology on semi’s. I’ve also programmed myself by getting up and putting in an honest day’s work, five days a week. All the while, building a retention fund that will allow me to buy tools and whatever else I will need to enter back into society and live an honest successful life. Programs like this can help inmates successfully transition into society.

I do feel that the ACI program should be expanded, because it will provide a better chance for people getting out of prison to start over. Many people, like me will have nothing when they get out. If I were to get out with only the $100.00 gate fee and had to find a place live, then find a job to pay for the place it would be very difficult.

If you took Stiner Unit for example; there is twelve hundred men housed with only six hundred jobs available. I feel more jobs would be beneficial.

I have been employed by ACI since January 6, 2016 at CME West Lewis Complex. With an ACI job I have learned a trade in the trucking repair industry. I also will be able to pay for an apartment and buy a vehicle with the retention funds I am earning. I think the ACI program opens doors for inmates returning to civilian life.

What Has ACI Done For Me?