LAKEVIEW, Ore.—Four adults in custody at Warner Creek Correctional Facility recently used their resourceful and creative skills to drastically transform the hallways leading to the facility’s housing units. Working as a team, the group designed and completed a remarkable mural that celebrates the scenic natural beauty of Lake County, Ore., featuring local landscapes and wildlife that reflect the region in southeast Oregon.
The work of adults in custody (AICs) Michael Short, Antoine Williams, Christopher Tolentino and Anthony Mailman not only brightens the facility but also reflects their artistic abilities and dedication to the task. The Oregon DOC believes endeavors of this kind furnish opportunities for AICs to forge productive skills, express creativity and positively impact their surrounding environment.
WCCF has proudly recognized the effort, teamwork and craftsmanship that went into the project. The finished mural now serves as a vibrant reminder of the area’s scenic natural beauty, and the positive bearing that innovation and cooperation can have within the facility.
Located in Lakeview, the Warner Creek Correctional Facility (WCCF) is a minimum-security institution housing approximately 500 AICs. Since opening in 2005, the facility has been recognized for its sustainable “green” design, tailored to the high-desert ecosystem. WCCF prioritizes successful re-entry through innovative programs like the Transitional Community Unit (TCU), where a retrofitted living space and private kitchen allow men to reclaim essential life skills. Beyond the walls, WCCF is a vital community partner; its dedicated work crews provide critical support to the Oregon Department of Forestry for wildfire suppression and maintain local public lands through “Host Agency” initiatives.
