The work program at Terminal Island poses some unusual problems because of the site. the dual nature of operations and the restricted area of the reservation which precludes the farming operations normally carried on at a penal institution. To offset the lack of a farm to some extent the institution has developed with neighboring government agencies working arrangements which permit the use of labor details at those installations for grounds maintenance. shop operations. and various similar services. Approximately 50 inmates are assigned to details of this type at the Coast Guard station and immigration and naturalization offices just across the street from the institution and at Fort MacArthur in San Pedro. On industrial activity. furniture refinishing. is now operated at the prison and employs 40 to 45 prisoners. Construction of a new building to accommodate additional industrial activities is underway.
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