Del Norte County 2010-2011 - California Grand Jury Reports

F1: It was brought to our attention that contraband is an ongoing issue. This may be reduced if more staffing were available on site during the night hours.

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R1: It was brought to our attention that contraband is an ongoing issue. This may be reduced if more staffing were available on site during the night hours.

F2: A CDC employee brought to our attention that their work boots, double stitched models, “blow out” upon use. In an effort to reduce any health and/or safety concerns or issues, staff has been vigorously working on replacing them with “triple stitched” models.

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R2: A CDC employee brought to our attention that their work boots, double stitched models, “blow out” upon use. In an effort to reduce any health and/or safety concerns or issues, staff has been vigorously working on replacing them with “triple stitched” models.

F3: Alder Camp is having some problems with one of their cleaning solutions. When used on a cleaning rag, they catch fire during or after drying in their industrial clothes dryer. While investigating a solution, Alder Camp has chosen to hang dry their cleaning rags. Juvenile Hall: Two members of the Grand Jury met with Linda Sanford, Assistant Chief Probation officer, at Juvenile hall on April 13, 2011. The tour traced the same route juvenile detainees take when they find themselves inmates of the facility. Ms. Sanford commented on each step and the routine of everyday activities: showers, clothing, recreation, etc. In addition, she explained that a nurse visits the “Hall” once per day and mental health counselors make routine visits. Monday through Friday a well equipped Del Norte County Schools classroom staffed with a full time teacher is available. Grand Jury members visited the kitchen and were pleased when we met a young man who is trained as a chef. Both Ms. Sanford and the cook professed their belief in cooking and serving healthy food to the juvenile inmates. Ms. Sanford pointed out that when she first became the chief officer, over two years prior, she eliminated the use of most instant foods making room for the more healthy approach. Menus consisting of many fresh “from scratch” meals are now the norm. As of this date, there were eleven inmates. Fourteen employees make up the support staff for the facility. Ms. Sanford is very proud of the staff and is incorporating cost-saving measures in order to stretch the “Hall’s” budget, and as a result staff has been kept at its current levels. Commendations: The Grand Jury members viewed a report of a visit by the State Corrections Standards Authority. The report states that the Del Norte County Juvenile Hall “passed the inspection with 100% compliance of Title 15 regulations.” “In particular this facility’s disciplinary due process and involvement with the minor, including hearings and appeal process is exemplary.”

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R3: Alder Camp is having some problems with one of their cleaning solutions. When used on a cleaning rag, they catch fire during or after drying in their industrial clothes dryer. While investigating a solution, Alder Camp has chosen to hang dry their cleaning rags. Juvenile Hall: Two members of the Grand Jury met with Linda Sanford, Assistant Chief Probation officer, at Juvenile hall on April 13, 2011. The tour traced the same route juvenile detainees take when they find themselves inmates of the facility. Ms. Sanford commented on each step and the routine of everyday activities: showers, clothing, recreation, etc. In addition, she explained that a nurse visits the “Hall” once per day and mental health counselors make routine visits. Monday through Friday a well equipped Del Norte County Schools classroom staffed with a full time teacher is available. Grand Jury members visited the kitchen and were pleased when we met a young man who is trained as a chef. Both Ms. Sanford and the cook professed their belief in cooking and serving healthy food to the juvenile inmates. Ms. Sanford pointed out that when she first became the chief officer, over two years prior, she eliminated the use of most instant foods making room for the more healthy approach. Menus consisting of many fresh “from scratch” meals are now the norm. As of this date, there were eleven inmates. Fourteen employees make up the support staff for the facility. Ms. Sanford is very proud of the staff and is incorporating cost-saving measures in order to stretch the “Hall’s” budget, and as a result staff has been kept at its current levels. Commendations: The Grand Jury members viewed a report of a visit by the State Corrections Standards Authority. The report states that the Del Norte County Juvenile Hall “passed the inspection with 100% compliance of Title 15 regulations.” “In particular this facility’s disciplinary due process and involvement with the minor, including hearings and appeal process is exemplary.” Recommendations: No Recommendations Sheriff’s Office: Three Members of the 2010/2011 Grand Jury met with Sheriff Dean Wilson for the annual review of his department.