Humboldt County Grand Jury
2017-2018
Findings & Recommendations
7 findings
F1:
Humboldt County law enforcement personnel are hardworking, dedicated, and committed to public service.
F2:
The current entry level salary is insufficient to recruit and retain new hires in the Humboldt County Correctional Facility.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff and the Board of Supervisors raise entry level salaries for deputies working in the Humboldt County Correctional Facility to achieve competitiveness with other counties of similar size. This change should be in place by December 25, 2018. (F2, F3)
F3:
If the Humboldt County Correctional Facility staffing level was adequate, the need for mandatory overtime would be eliminated.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff and the Board of Supervisors raise entry level salaries for deputies working in the Humboldt County Correctional Facility to achieve competitiveness with other counties of similar size. This change should be in place by December 25, 2018. (F2, F3)
F4:
Medical staff is professional and the staffing levels are adequate to meet the needs of the Humboldt County Correctional Facility inmates.
F5:
Mental Health staffing levels at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility are inadequate and there is insufficient discharge planning to provide inmates access to mental health services upon release from the facility.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors develop a contract for mental health services within the Humboldt County Correctional Facility similar to the contract for medical services with the California Forensic Medical Group. This change should be in place by December 25, 2018. (F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends a coordinated plan be developed between the Director of Mental Health Services and the Humboldt County Sheriff to facilitate aftercare for inmates with mental health concerns when they are released from the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. This plan should be in place by December 25, 9 2018. (F5)
F6:
The Humboldt County Coroner’s Office needs an onsite x-ray machine to improve efficiency and reduce staff overtime and fatigue.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office request a budget adjustment for the purchase of an x-ray machine for the Humboldt County Coroner’s Office. The 2018-2019 budget adjustment should occur by September 15, 2018. (F6)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors approve the budget adjustment requested by the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office for an x-ray machine for the Humboldt County Coroner’s Office. This approval should be made by October 15, 2018. (F6)
F7:
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Substation in Garberville is in disrepair and in need of major renovation.
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R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Public Works Department inspect the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Garberville Substation and issue a written report addressing the physical condition of the facility. This report should be submitted to the Humboldt County Sheriff by September 1, 2018. (F7)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors include in a budget adjustment the funds to address any concerns found by the Humboldt County Public Works Department’s inspection report of the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Garberville Substation. This adjustment should be made by October 15, 2018. (F7)
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Findings & Recommendations
9 findings
F1:
The percentage of students placed into special education in Humboldt County far exceeds both the state and national norms.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
F2:
Hispanic students are identified at a disproportionate rate as having a Specific Learning Disability and Autism and placed into special education, putting them at a lifelong disadvantage.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
F3:
Native American children are identified at a disproportionate rate as having a Specific Learning Disability and placed into special education, putting them at a lifelong disadvantage.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
F4:
Foster youth are identified at a disproportionate rate as having a Specific Learning Disability and placed into special education, compounding the disadvantages they already experience.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
F5:
The disproportionate representation of Hispanic and Native American children in special education in Humboldt County may be due to unintentional bias and/or failure to follow the basic assessment standards, leading to inappropriate placement into special education.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA), upon completion of R1, establish a review process to verify future assessments follow state standards for appropriate assessment practices, eligibility criteria, and proof of appropriate intervention. This process should be in place by June 1, 2019. (F5, F6, F9) 20
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Office of Education present training to all school district administrators and HCOE liaisons about special education law, ethics, purpose, and process. This training should be completed by September 1, 2018. The district administrators should then present the training to all teaching staff by December 1, 2018. (F5, F7)
F6:
The disproportionate representation of foster youth in Special Education in Humboldt County may be the result of over-referral of students who have adverse environmental influences on their development, leading to inappropriate placement into special education.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA), upon completion of R1, establish a review process to verify future assessments follow state standards for appropriate assessment practices, eligibility criteria, and proof of appropriate intervention. This process should be in place by June 1, 2019. (F5, F6, F9) 20
F7:
Many general education teachers, special education teachers, and school administrators have limited knowledge of how to appropriately evaluate children with diverse linguistic, cultural, or environmental backgrounds, leading to overrepresentation in special education.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Office of Education present training to all school district administrators and HCOE liaisons about special education law, ethics, purpose, and process. This training should be completed by September 1, 2018. The district administrators should then present the training to all teaching staff by December 1, 2018. (F5, F7)
F8:
Social workers, foster parents, and court-appointed special advocates may advise parents to circumvent the referral process, leading to inappropriate placement of some children into special education.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt-Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) present training to Child Welfare Services social workers, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), and foster parents regarding special education law, ethics, purpose, and referral and assessment processes. This training should be scheduled by September 1, 2018 for the 2018-2019 school year and offered annually thereafter to all new hires. (F8)
R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services mandate biennial attendance by all staff with direct youth contact at the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) trainings to be offered regarding special education law, ethics, purpose, and process. This initial training should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F8)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Directors of the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), review and update their handbook and training materials to include the most current information regarding special education law, ethics, purpose, and process. The handbook and training materials should be revised by December 1, 2018. (F8)
F9:
Without a staff regularly trained in non-biased assessment practices, the misidentification of children within special education may continue to increase, leading to a shift of funds from special education to general education and possible intervention by the Office of Civil Rights.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) initiate a comprehensive independent review of the initial and triennial Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This review must include analyzing assessments administered to verify eligibility criteria has been met and assessment standards followed, for all Hispanic, Native American, and foster youth, for each initial or triennial IEP completed during the 2017-18 school year. This review should be completed by December 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F9)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt - Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA), upon completion of R1, establish a review process to verify future assessments follow state standards for appropriate assessment practices, eligibility criteria, and proof of appropriate intervention. This process should be in place by June 1, 2019. (F5, F6, F9) 20
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Office of Education and the Humboldt-Del Norte Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) form a minimum of two assessment teams trained in non-biased assessment practices to offer team training to all county schools. These teams should each consist of an administrator, resource specialist, school psychologist, school nurse, and speech-language pathologist. These teams should be formed and trained by December 1, 2018. (F9)
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9 findings
F1:
There is little communication across animal control jurisdictions regarding bite histories for dogs, which puts the public at increased risk for dog attacks upon people and pets.
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office establish a database accessible by all Humboldt County law enforcement agencies which shall contain identification, location, and type of incident for all dog attacks within Humboldt County. This database should be established and operational by March 31, 2019. (F1)
R9:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Animal Shelter, the City of Eureka Animal Control, and the City of Fortuna Animal Control microchip at owner’s expense for identification purposes all un-microchipped animals that pass through the Humboldt County Animal Shelter or have engaged in an unprovoked attack upon a person or pet. The microchip information shall be maintained within a 13 database accessible to all local law enforcement. This program should be in effect by December 31, 2018. (F1)
F2:
Humboldt County animal codes need to be updated to reflect current medical practices to prevent owners of potentially dangerous and vicious dogs from avoiding serious consequences resulting from attacks. This puts the public at increased risk for attacks by dogs with known bite histories.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Fortuna form a collaborative task force to review and update their Animal Codes, and present them for consideration to their governing bodies by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Fortuna approve the amended Animal Codes recommended by the collaborative task force in Recommendation 1 by March 31, 2019. (F2, F3, F4)
F3:
The City of Eureka animal codes need to be updated to reflect current medical practices to prevent owners of potentially dangerous and vicious dogs from avoiding serious consequences resulting from attacks. This puts the public at increased risk for attacks by dogs with known bite histories.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Fortuna form a collaborative task force to review and update their Animal Codes, and present them for consideration to their governing bodies by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Fortuna approve the amended Animal Codes recommended by the collaborative task force in Recommendation 1 by March 31, 2019. (F2, F3, F4)
F4:
The City of Fortuna animal codes need to be updated to reflect current medical practices to prevent owners of potentially dangerous and vicious dogs from avoiding serious consequences resulting from attacks. This puts the public at increased risk for attacks by dogs with known bite histories.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Fortuna form a collaborative task force to review and update their Animal Codes, and present them for consideration to their governing bodies by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Fortuna approve the amended Animal Codes recommended by the collaborative task force in Recommendation 1 by March 31, 2019. (F2, F3, F4)
F5:
The ability of a single Animal Control Officer to cover the animal control needs of the City of Eureka is severely compromised by the sheer number of calls, placing citizens at serious risk of dog attacks upon people and pets.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka hire a second Animal Control Officer by December 31, 2018. (F5)
F6:
Due to inconsistent follow-through by Humboldt County Animal Control, the City of Eureka Animal Control, and the City of Fortuna Animal Control to ensure proper quarantine of dogs which have bitten people and pets, and verification of rabies vaccinations for them, Humboldt County residents are at risk of contracting rabies.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office, the City of Eureka Police Department, and the City of Fortuna Police Department establish a checklist, similar to the one found in Appendix A, to be embedded within Animal Control Report forms. The checklist should function as a reminder to Animal Control Officers of all follow-up information needed for a complete report, and ensure no report is closed until all follow-up has been documented within the report. This checklist should be in use by December 31, 2018. (F6)
F7:
Lack of cross-reporting dog bites to the Humboldt County Public Health Department Local Health Officer by county and city animal control agencies places the county citizens at risk of a rabies outbreak.
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R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Animal Control, the City of Eureka Animal Control, and the City of Fortuna Animal Control comply with the State of California Animal Code and provide monthly reports to the Public Health Department of all animal bites that occurred within their jurisdiction for said month. This reporting system should be use by December 31, 2018. (F7)
F8:
The Division of Environmental Health is tasked with handling all cases of possible rabies exposure, but receives no funds to carry out those duties, placing an undue burden on already busy employees and possibly hampering their effectiveness in a rabies outbreak.
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R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Public Health Department revise its budget for the Division of Environmental Health to cover costs associated with monitoring animal bites and responding to possible rabies cases. This revision should be complete by December 31, 2018. (F8)
F9:
Residents of Humboldt County are unaware if a potentially dangerous dog or vicious dog resides within their neighborhood, placing them or their pets at risk of being attacked or bitten. 12
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R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Animal Shelter establish an information page on its website notifying the public of the location, description of the dog, and name of the owner of all dogs in the county identified as Potentially Dangerous or Vicious. This page should be accessible to the public by December 31, 2018. (F9)
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6 findings
F1:
Trinidad’s complaint and appeal process has been slow and inconsistent which has led to confusion and frustration among residents.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the city of Trinidad and the citizens of Trinidad follow the steps outlined in Ordinance 2016-03 to solve complaints in reference to Short Term Rentals. This should take place upon receipt of this report. (F1, F2, F6)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the city of Trinidad consistently and strictly adhere to Ordinance 2016-03 to manage the short-term rental application and renewal process. This should take place upon receipt of this report. (F1, F2)
F2:
Lack of compliance to Trinidad’s Short Term Rental Ordinance by some Short Term Rental owners and property managers create frustration and animosity in the community.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the city of Trinidad and the citizens of Trinidad follow the steps outlined in Ordinance 2016-03 to solve complaints in reference to Short Term Rentals. This should take place upon receipt of this report. (F1, F2, F6)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the city of Trinidad consistently and strictly adhere to Ordinance 2016-03 to manage the short-term rental application and renewal process. This should take place upon receipt of this report. (F1, F2)
F3:
Trinidad would benefit in having law enforcement assistance during tourist season to handle immediate violations of the STR ordinance.
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Trinidad allocate a portion of Transient Occupancy Tax revenue to hire seasonal enforcement staff to deal specifically with Short Term Rental issues by December 31, 2018. (F3)
F4:
It is unclear what criteria is used for city council recusal of those members who own or manage an STR which leads to a perception of conflict of interest within the community.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Trinidad city council members who own or manage Short Term Rentals always recuse themselves when STRs are considered, discussed, or voted upon. Said recusals should be recorded in the meeting’s minutes. This should begin immediately upon receipt of this report. (F4)
F5:
Because there is often no written notification of the result of an appeal, complainants sometimes are unaware if a resolution has been reached.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Trinidad city manager notify complainants in writing within seven working days of all city decisions on Short Term Rental complaints and appeals. This should begin no later than October 1, 2018. (F5) 6
F6:
When properly utilized, Trinidad’s Short Term Rental Ordinance provides workable methods for solving problems associated with Short Term Rentals.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the city of Trinidad and the citizens of Trinidad follow the steps outlined in Ordinance 2016-03 to solve complaints in reference to Short Term Rentals. This should take place upon receipt of this report. (F1, F2, F6)
Findings & Recommendations
5 findings
F1:
Foster parents generally are keenly aware of their foster children’s daily behavior and developmental issues so their input is valuable at the 6-Month Review Hearing and the 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services attach a copy of Caregiver Information Form (JV-290) to each copy of the 6-Month Review Hearing and 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings notification letter sent to foster parents, and encourage their participation. This requirement should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F4, F5)
F2:
Procedures are in place to allow foster parents to provide child development and safety information at the 6-Month Review Hearing and the 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings. These procedures are not always followed, preventing the court from making fully informed decisions about the status of the foster youth.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services attach a copy of Caregiver Information Form (JV-290) to each copy of the 6-Month Review Hearing and 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings notification letter sent to foster parents, and encourage their participation. This requirement should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F4, F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services include, during its annual training requirement for social workers, the need for encouraging foster parents to provide child development and safety information to the courts using the Caregiver Information Form (JV-290). This additional training should be in place and documented by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5)
F3:
Initial training provided by CWS during the Resource Family Home licensing process is 4 limited in scope and focus, causing new caregivers to sometimes misunderstand their rights to provide input at the 6-Month Review Hearing and the 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services update its Resource Family Home licensing training to include a handout on the rights of foster parents to provide input at the 6-Month Review Hearing and the 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings. This handout should include a discussion on Caregiver Information Form (JV-290), and be completed prior to October 1, 2018. (F3)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services include, during its annual training requirement for social workers, the need for encouraging foster parents to provide child development and safety information to the courts using the Caregiver Information Form (JV-290). This additional training should be in place and documented by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5)
F4:
It is important for CWS social workers to improve communication with foster parents prior to the 6-Month Review Hearing and the 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings in order to facilitate overall communication to the court.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services attach a copy of Caregiver Information Form (JV-290) to each copy of the 6-Month Review Hearing and 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings notification letter sent to foster parents, and encourage their participation. This requirement should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F4, F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services include, during its annual training requirement for social workers, the need for encouraging foster parents to provide child development and safety information to the courts using the Caregiver Information Form (JV-290). This additional training should be in place and documented by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5)
F5:
Foster parents are not consistently trained and encouraged by CWS to provide child development and safety information at the 6-Month Review Hearing and the 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings, leading to confusion about the foster parents’ role at hearings.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services attach a copy of Caregiver Information Form (JV-290) to each copy of the 6-Month Review Hearing and 12/18-Month Permanency Hearings notification letter sent to foster parents, and encourage their participation. This requirement should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F4, F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County Child Welfare Services include, during its annual training requirement for social workers, the need for encouraging foster parents to provide child development and safety information to the courts using the Caregiver Information Form (JV-290). This additional training should be in place and documented by December 31, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5)
Findings & Recommendations
12 findings
F1:
The City of Arcata and its Parks and Recreation Department are to be commended for completing their segment of the Humboldt Bay Trail in a timely manner.
F2:
The City of Eureka and its Parks and Recreation Department are to be complimented for overcoming the many barriers encountered to construct the Waterfront Trail.
F3:
Members of the Humboldt County community are to be commended for their participation in the development of a creative endowment through the Humboldt Area Foundation to fund trail maintenance.
F4:
Local law enforcement agencies have considerable experience policing trails.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
F5:
To address security concerns, adding additional law enforcement may be warranted along each segment of the trail.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
F6:
Efforts of the Volunteer Trail Stewards to keep the trails clean, remove trash and clear excess plant growth are impacted by an insufficient number of regular volunteers.
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R10:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata parks and recreation departments cooperate to develop a shared list of potential volunteer organizations for community trail work occasions. This list should be available to each entity by September 1, 2018. (F6)
F7:
Completion of the remaining four-mile segment along the Highway 101 Safety Corridor is contingent upon committed cooperation among various agencies and private property owners.
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R9:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors consult with 6 Caltrans regarding an appropriate temporary safety barrier, to be placed along the interim segment of the trail adjacent to Highway 101. This consultation should take place by September 1, 2018. (F7, F8)
F8:
Many trail users do not feel safe walking or riding bicycles on the interim trail along the shoulder of Highway 101.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Arcata install signage at the southern end of its segment of the Humboldt Bay Trail to alert the public that continuing on the shoulder of Highway 101 may not be safe. This signage should be in place by September 1, 2018. (F8)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka install signage at the northern end of its segment of the Humboldt Bay Trail to alert the public that continuing on the shoulder of Highway 101 may not be safe. This signage should be in place by September 1, 2018. (F8)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a second working group, including community members-at- large, with the sole purpose of developing rules for use of the Humboldt Bay Trail consistent across all trail segments. These rules should address issues such as animals, bicycles, skates/skateboards, and motorized specialty vehicles, etc. These rules should be developed by January 1, 2019, be clearly posted and be included in a brochure at all major access points. (F8, F9, F11)
R9:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors consult with 6 Caltrans regarding an appropriate temporary safety barrier, to be placed along the interim segment of the trail adjacent to Highway 101. This consultation should take place by September 1, 2018. (F7, F8)
F9:
While groups may feel safe on the trail, individuals may not feel safe.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Sheriff, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata each provide regular daily security patrols along their respective segments of the Humboldt Bay Trail. Such patrols may include trained volunteers such as Senior Citizens on Patrol (SCOP). These patrols should be in place by October 1, 2018. (F4, F5, F8, F9)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a second working group, including community members-at- large, with the sole purpose of developing rules for use of the Humboldt Bay Trail consistent across all trail segments. These rules should address issues such as animals, bicycles, skates/skateboards, and motorized specialty vehicles, etc. These rules should be developed by January 1, 2019, be clearly posted and be included in a brochure at all major access points. (F8, F9, F11)
R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata place signage at all major access points within their jurisdictions including mileposts, distances to other points along the trail, and rules for use. These signs should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install safety lighting along the Humboldt Bay Trail where appropriate. Lighting should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install specialized receptacles for syringes, recyclables, and pet waste, to be placed at regular intervals along all segments of the trail. These receptacles should be in place by January 1, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
F10:
Trail safety for those with disabilities needs to be further assessed and addressed.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a working group with the sole purpose of studying the requirements for providing individuals with disabilities full access to the Humboldt Bay Trail. This working group should include a minimum of one person each from groups with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments. This group should be formed by September 1, 2018. (F10, F11)
R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata place signage at all major access points within their jurisdictions including mileposts, distances to other points along the trail, and rules for use. These signs should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install safety lighting along the Humboldt Bay Trail where appropriate. Lighting should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install specialized receptacles for syringes, recyclables, and pet waste, to be placed at regular intervals along all segments of the trail. These receptacles should be in place by January 1, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
F11:
Additional safety concerns may arise as more people use the trails.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a working group with the sole purpose of studying the requirements for providing individuals with disabilities full access to the Humboldt Bay Trail. This working group should include a minimum of one person each from groups with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments. This group should be formed by September 1, 2018. (F10, F11)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata form a second working group, including community members-at- large, with the sole purpose of developing rules for use of the Humboldt Bay Trail consistent across all trail segments. These rules should address issues such as animals, bicycles, skates/skateboards, and motorized specialty vehicles, etc. These rules should be developed by January 1, 2019, be clearly posted and be included in a brochure at all major access points. (F8, F9, F11)
R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata place signage at all major access points within their jurisdictions including mileposts, distances to other points along the trail, and rules for use. These signs should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install safety lighting along the Humboldt Bay Trail where appropriate. Lighting should be installed by May 15, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends Humboldt County, the City of Eureka, and the City of Arcata install specialized receptacles for syringes, recyclables, and pet waste, to be placed at regular intervals along all segments of the trail. These receptacles should be in place by January 1, 2019. (F9, F10, F11)
F12:
The gap between the boardwalk and the Aquatic Center on the Waterfront Trail is confusing to follow and dangerous to use. 5
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R11:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka install signage directing users how to navigate the gap between the boardwalk and the Aquatic Center. These signs should be installed by July 1, 2018. (F12)
R12:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the City of Eureka eliminate parking and add K-rail on the west side of 1st Street between the boardwalk and the railroad tracks to enhance safety of this section until complete. (F12)
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Findings & Recommendations
9 findings
F1:
The Humboldt County General Emergency Action Plan meets the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Standard Subset 1910.38) requirements, but outdated information compromises its effectiveness.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors update the Humboldt County General Emergency Action Plan. This update should ensure all the requirements of Parts 1910.37 and 1910.38 of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards are fully addressed. The review, approval, and release of the updated document should occur by September 30, 2018. (F1)
F2:
Omission of critical information in the Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse compromises safe evacuation.
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors task Risk Management with rewriting the Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse. This rewrite should meet the requirements of the Humboldt County General Emergency Action Plan. Departments must maintain and regularly update information on current county employees under the plan. The updated Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse should be completed by December 31, 2018. (F2, F8)
F3:
Annual emergency action training of county employees is imperative to ensure the safety of employees and visitors.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors direct those department heads with employees working in the courthouse to review and implement the current Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse, and identify all necessary training needed. This review should be completed by September 1, 2018, with identified training completed by December 31, 2018. (F3, F9)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors require each facility to perform emergency action plan drills at least once each year beginning January 15, 2019. (F3, F7) 8
F4:
The absence of an active shooter procedure places county employees and visitors at risk.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors ensure its revision of the Humboldt County General Emergency Action Plan includes a section addressing procedures for an active shooter incident. The review, approval, and release of this new section should occur by September 30, 2018. (F4)
F5:
The Courthouse Safety Committee provides an excellent means of passing safety information among county employees working in the courthouse. 7
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R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors direct Risk Management to include an agenda item for reviewing emergency preparedness at their quarterly Courthouse Safety Meetings and invite the Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury to attend. This action should be completed prior to October 1, 2018. (F5)
F6:
A single responsible authority is necessary to oversee the implementation of a county emergency safety program.
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R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors hire a full-time Safety Director/Manager to oversee all safety operations for Humboldt County facilities prior to January 1, 2019. (F6)
F7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury and multiple other county departments are ill- prepared to react to an emergency.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors evaluate the emergency action plans for any facilities housing county employees. This evaluation should analyze any differences between the current written facility emergency action plan and the revised Humboldt County General Emergency Action Plan. Any required changes should be incorporated into the new version of each individual facility plan by December 31, 2018. (F7)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors require each facility to perform emergency action plan drills at least once each year beginning January 15, 2019. (F3, F7) 8
F8:
The emergency action plan provided by the bailiffs does not appear to conform to the parameters of the Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse.
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors task Risk Management with rewriting the Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse. This rewrite should meet the requirements of the Humboldt County General Emergency Action Plan. Departments must maintain and regularly update information on current county employees under the plan. The updated Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse should be completed by December 31, 2018. (F2, F8)
F9:
Visitors to the courthouse could be at risk due to insufficient emergency signage and inadequate emergency training for county employees.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors direct those department heads with employees working in the courthouse to review and implement the current Facility Emergency Action Plan for the Humboldt County Courthouse, and identify all necessary training needed. This review should be completed by September 1, 2018, with identified training completed by December 31, 2018. (F3, F9)
R9:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors finish its effort to upgrade emergency exit signage within the courthouse and all county facilities. Completion of required signage should occur by October 31, 2018. (F9)
Findings & Recommendations
14 findings
F1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds Measure Z allocations have been mostly allocated according to the original intent of providing public safety to citizens of Humboldt County.
F2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds if Measure Z is not approved in the next funding cycle the results to the county could be catastrophic, particularly with respect to public safety.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office to enter a contract with an outside firm to perform an annual independent audit of all Measure Z expenditures. The County Administrative Office should enter this contract no later than December 31, 2018. (F2, F3)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors fund the independent annual audits recommended in R1. (F2, F3, F4)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form an ad hoc committee to create an ongoing process for increasing accountability and transparency in the tracking and monitoring of all Measure Z expenditures. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form a second ad hoc committee to develop criteria and a procedure to measure effectiveness of the funds allocated. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5, F11)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors assign the tracking and monitoring of expenditure responsibilities to an outside entity and an ad hoc Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee. This group should supplement the County Administrative Office and Auditor-Controller Office by January 2, 2019. (F2, F3, F5, F6, F8)
R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office to post new information regarding tracking, monitoring, and audits on the Measure Z web page by January 2, 2019. (F2) 10
F3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that before the November 2014 vote on Measure Z, the public was told Measure Z would be subject to annual independent audits, but no such audits have taken place to date which compromises transparency and public trust.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office to enter a contract with an outside firm to perform an annual independent audit of all Measure Z expenditures. The County Administrative Office should enter this contract no later than December 31, 2018. (F2, F3)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors fund the independent annual audits recommended in R1. (F2, F3, F4)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form an ad hoc committee to create an ongoing process for increasing accountability and transparency in the tracking and monitoring of all Measure Z expenditures. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form a second ad hoc committee to develop criteria and a procedure to measure effectiveness of the funds allocated. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5, F11)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors assign the tracking and monitoring of expenditure responsibilities to an outside entity and an ad hoc Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee. This group should supplement the County Administrative Office and Auditor-Controller Office by January 2, 2019. (F2, F3, F5, F6, F8)
F4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the failure of the Board of Supervisors to perform independent audits of over $50M in Measure Z funds allocated to date contributes to a lack of transparency.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors fund the independent annual audits recommended in R1. (F2, F3, F4)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form an ad hoc committee to create an ongoing process for increasing accountability and transparency in the tracking and monitoring of all Measure Z expenditures. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form a second ad hoc committee to develop criteria and a procedure to measure effectiveness of the funds allocated. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5, F11)
F5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds there is no current means of measuring or comparing the effectiveness of expenditures made with Measure Z funds, although “weigh[ing] the value of the various proposals” is one of the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee’s stated purposes.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form a second ad hoc committee to develop criteria and a procedure to measure effectiveness of the funds allocated. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5, F11)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors assign the tracking and monitoring of expenditure responsibilities to an outside entity and an ad hoc Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee. This group should supplement the County Administrative Office and Auditor-Controller Office by January 2, 2019. (F2, F3, F5, F6, F8)
F6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that improved monitoring and tracking of all Measure Z expenditures would bring greater transparency to the process and increase community trust.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors assign the tracking and monitoring of expenditure responsibilities to an outside entity and an ad hoc Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee. This group should supplement the County Administrative Office and Auditor-Controller Office by January 2, 2019. (F2, F3, F5, F6, F8)
F7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the “public safety/essential services” language in the November 2014 ballot to be broad and vague which has created an environment of multiple interpretations and different understandings of what qualifies as public safety and essential services.
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R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to identify two members to provide input to the entity developing future Measure Z ballot language. These instructions should be made by September 1, 2019. (F7)
F8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds outside entities and recipients of Measure Z funding are subjected to different reporting requirements than county entities, a practice that creates disparities in accountability.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors assign the tracking and monitoring of expenditure responsibilities to an outside entity and an ad hoc Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee. This group should supplement the County Administrative Office and Auditor-Controller Office by January 2, 2019. (F2, F3, F5, F6, F8)
F9:
Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the Measure Z page on the county’s website easy to navigate, containing pertinent past and current information, which promotes an opportunity for transparency and accountability.
F10:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee developed a satisfactory application process for people to apply for Measure Z funding.
F11:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee developed an adequate process to analyze applications and to make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors; however, this process needs to be improved.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office and Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to form a second ad hoc committee to develop criteria and a procedure to measure effectiveness of the funds allocated. This instruction should be made by October 1, 2018. (F2, F3, F4, F5, F11)
F12:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee satisfactorily interpreted the intent of the November 2014 ballot measure. 9
F13:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee to be in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.
F14:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that the Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee has not been included in the Board of Supervisors process of allocating secondary funds, which is detrimental to transparency and accountability.
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R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the County Administrative Office to substantively include Measure Z Citizens’ Advisory Committee input for mid-year spending of unspent and unallocated funds. (F14)
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Findings & Recommendations
10 findings
F1:
We found the majority of county employees to be hardworking, dedicated, and committed to public service.
F2:
The Board of Supervisors has not yet communicated and implemented a clear and viable vision for the county, nor have they developed a strategic plan supporting such a vision.
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that during the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors Strategic Workshop in May 2018, a Vision of Humboldt County from the present through the year 2030 be created. (F2, F10)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that this Vision of Humboldt County be shared with county and city governments, and county citizens during the first quarter of fiscal year 2018-2019. (F2, F10)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors develop a comprehensive strategic framework document which identifies the type of planning to be completed in support of the 2030 vision statement. This strategic framework document should be completed by December 31, 2018. (F2, F7, F10)
F3:
Humboldt County leadership seems unfamiliar with the value of creating and implementing a Continuous Improvement Program.
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R7:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors initiate a continuous improvement program setting annual goals for savings each year which can offset losses in other areas. This program should be fully implemented by December 31, 2018. (F3)
F4:
A silo mentality pervades many Humboldt County government entities (such as departments, programs, special districts, etc.) and their functions.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (BOS) develop and implement an alternative county administration system, with an executive officer supervising all non-elected county department heads, departments, and county employees in order to maximize governmental efficiencies and interdepartmental communication, as well as minimize duplication of effort. This should position the BOS to be free from routine business matters, thus providing ample time to focus on strategies to improve the quality of life for Humboldt County citizens. This change should occur with the beginning of fiscal year 2019-2020. (F4, F5, F6) 11
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors task county government with performing a study on county work functions to determine which ones can be merged, how to increase collaboration, and how to reduce silos where warranted. This study should be completed and presented to the Board of Supervisors by December 31, 2018. (F4, F5, F6)
F5:
Citizens often are frustrated by a lack of interdepartmental communication when attempting to access services.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (BOS) develop and implement an alternative county administration system, with an executive officer supervising all non-elected county department heads, departments, and county employees in order to maximize governmental efficiencies and interdepartmental communication, as well as minimize duplication of effort. This should position the BOS to be free from routine business matters, thus providing ample time to focus on strategies to improve the quality of life for Humboldt County citizens. This change should occur with the beginning of fiscal year 2019-2020. (F4, F5, F6) 11
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors task county government with performing a study on county work functions to determine which ones can be merged, how to increase collaboration, and how to reduce silos where warranted. This study should be completed and presented to the Board of Supervisors by December 31, 2018. (F4, F5, F6)
F6:
Duplication of many county services is confusing and wasteful.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (BOS) develop and implement an alternative county administration system, with an executive officer supervising all non-elected county department heads, departments, and county employees in order to maximize governmental efficiencies and interdepartmental communication, as well as minimize duplication of effort. This should position the BOS to be free from routine business matters, thus providing ample time to focus on strategies to improve the quality of life for Humboldt County citizens. This change should occur with the beginning of fiscal year 2019-2020. (F4, F5, F6) 11
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors task county government with performing a study on county work functions to determine which ones can be merged, how to increase collaboration, and how to reduce silos where warranted. This study should be completed and presented to the Board of Supervisors by December 31, 2018. (F4, F5, F6)
F7:
Although county services in rural areas are improving, they remain inadequate to sufficiently meet the needs of rural residents.
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors develop a comprehensive strategic framework document which identifies the type of planning to be completed in support of the 2030 vision statement. This strategic framework document should be completed by December 31, 2018. (F2, F7, F10)
F8:
Loss of Measure Z funding would be disastrous to rural communities.
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R8:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors promote and advertise all accomplishments of Measure Z including positions funded by the measure. This statement to the citizens of Humboldt County should be made public no later than October 31, 2018. (F8)
F9:
For many county residents, lack of affordable housing is a root cause of a declining quality of life.
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R6:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors take immediate action to address both the short and long term housing shortage facing the county, which must include strategies beyond the current Affordable Housing Trust Fund and Housing First models. Such strategies might include modifying the General Plan to allow for additional housing starts and alternative housing options, and reducing building fees to encourage development. (F9)
F10:
Humboldt County leadership decisions in the past often maintained the status quo rather than offering creative solutions for the future.
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that during the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors Strategic Workshop in May 2018, a Vision of Humboldt County from the present through the year 2030 be created. (F2, F10)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that this Vision of Humboldt County be shared with county and city governments, and county citizens during the first quarter of fiscal year 2018-2019. (F2, F10)
R5:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors develop a comprehensive strategic framework document which identifies the type of planning to be completed in support of the 2030 vision statement. This strategic framework document should be completed by December 31, 2018. (F2, F7, F10)
Findings & Recommendations
5 findings
F1:
The Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory is leading the way in developing groundbreaking water pollution assessment methods.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors publicly commend the Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory for its outstanding work in the development of tools to determine the sources of pollution in our streams and on our beaches. This should be done by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F5)
F2:
The Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory has developed assays, or markers, for tracking microbial pollution sources from ruminant animals (cows and horses), dogs, birds, and humans, which will benefit the residents of the county.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors publicly commend the Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory for its outstanding work in the development of tools to determine the sources of pollution in our streams and on our beaches. This should be done by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F5)
F3:
Additional testing is needed to pinpoint upstream sources of water contamination in order to reduce or eliminate some pollution and increase public safety at the beaches, which will benefit both residents and tourists in the county.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors direct the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services to seek and apply for grants to fund studies in upstream locations to help pinpoint animal and vegetation sources of contamination. This should be done by October 1, 2018. (F3, F4, F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services hire an outside consultant, who can assess and interpret organisms as they relate to countywide human health risks and environmental issues, to make recommendations for pollution mitigation to the Board of Supervisors. This should be done by January 1, 2019. (F3, F4, F5)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors require an assessment of human health risk and related recommendations for pollution mitigation, provided by an outside consultant, to be presented to the Board of Supervisors before April 1, 2019. (F3, F4, F5) 5
F4:
Humboldt County beaches are safer to use and enjoy during certain seasons of the year, and can potentially be dangerous at other times.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors direct the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services to seek and apply for grants to fund studies in upstream locations to help pinpoint animal and vegetation sources of contamination. This should be done by October 1, 2018. (F3, F4, F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services hire an outside consultant, who can assess and interpret organisms as they relate to countywide human health risks and environmental issues, to make recommendations for pollution mitigation to the Board of Supervisors. This should be done by January 1, 2019. (F3, F4, F5)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors require an assessment of human health risk and related recommendations for pollution mitigation, provided by an outside consultant, to be presented to the Board of Supervisors before April 1, 2019. (F3, F4, F5) 5
F5:
Only five Humboldt County beaches are tested regularly for water pollution levels, leaving in doubt the safety of other county beaches.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors direct the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services to seek and apply for grants to fund studies in upstream locations to help pinpoint animal and vegetation sources of contamination. This should be done by October 1, 2018. (F3, F4, F5)
R2:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors publicly commend the Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory for its outstanding work in the development of tools to determine the sources of pollution in our streams and on our beaches. This should be done by October 1, 2018. (F1, F2, F5)
R3:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services hire an outside consultant, who can assess and interpret organisms as they relate to countywide human health risks and environmental issues, to make recommendations for pollution mitigation to the Board of Supervisors. This should be done by January 1, 2019. (F3, F4, F5)
R4:
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors require an assessment of human health risk and related recommendations for pollution mitigation, provided by an outside consultant, to be presented to the Board of Supervisors before April 1, 2019. (F3, F4, F5) 5
Findings & Recommendations
27 findings
F1:
Copies of Child Welfare Services’ new internal procedures and call-tracking software manual are needed to adequately assess the effectiveness of the new intake process.
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R1:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides an explanation Grand Jury recommends that the implemented. for not implementing the Humboldt County Department of recommendation and is penal code Health and Human Services compliant. However, copies of the (DHHS) develop and maintain a new internal procedures and the “timeliness” metric for measuring call-tracking software manuals their response time once a would be needed to assess the suspected child abuse/neglect event effectiveness of the process. has been reported and until the caller is notified of receipt of report.
F2:
Although Child Welfare Services has changed its intake process, its response offers no information as to how the new process is being evaluated to ensure its effectiveness.
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R2:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides an explanation Grand Jury recommends that the implemented. for not implementing the Humboldt County Department of recommendation and is penal code Health and Human Services add the compliant. However, DHHS has timeliness metric discussed in R1 not provided a method to evaluate into its Child Welfare Services’ and verify the effectiveness of its System Improvement Plan 2012- proposed process. 2017, and monitor the metric to ensure an acceptable level of timeliness. 5 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT Child Welfare in Humboldt: Getting the Door Open Recommendations from Respon- P.C. County 2017/18 Grand Jury 2016/17 Civil Grand Jury dent Com- Responses Analysis pliant
F3:
Finalization of the review and revision of policies and procedures, contracted with the National Council on Crime and Delinquency, was scheduled for December 2017; however, copies of these materials would be needed to assess completion. 2. Responding in Time to Help Our ‘At Risk’ Children
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R3:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides a credible Grand Jury recommends that the implemented. explanation for not implementing Humboldt County Department of the recommendation and is penal Health and Human Services code compliant. (DHHS) develop a “community performance” metric that measures how Mandated Reporters judge DHHS as successfully supporting the safety of our children.
F4:
Copies of Child Welfare Services’ new internal procedures and call-tracking software manual are needed to adequately assess the effectiveness of the new intake process.
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R4:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides a credible Grand Jury recommends that the implemented. explanation for not implementing Humboldt County Department of the recommendation and is penal Health and Human Services add the code compliant. community performance metric discussed in R3 into its Child Welfare Services’ System Improvement Plan 2012-2017, and monitor the performance over time.
F5:
Although the Department of Health and Human Services agrees to explore ways to recruit and retain staff, it does not provide a timeframe. Within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report, the matter must be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department, as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. (Note: There are no Findings for Reports 3 and 4.) 5. The Authority to Manage Our Waste
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R5:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Has not been Response provides a timeframe for Grand Jury recommends that the implemented, implementation and is penal code Department of Health and Human but will be compliant. Entity indicated Services update its Intake Policies implemented in implementation would be and Procedures to reflect the the near future. completed by December 2017; changes reported to us during our however, copies of these materials February discussion. would be needed in order to assess completion.
F6:
The Board of Supervisors indicates Humboldt County will encourage further waste management partnerships, but it does not provide a timeframe for doing so as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. 24 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT 6. Rural Policing in Humboldt County: Lawlessness Ignored?
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R6:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Is being Response summary clearly outlines Grand Jury recommends that Child implemented. how the recommendation has been Welfare Services closely assess the implemented and is penal code qualifications and training of staff compliant. dealing with intake calls, as well as providing the proper supervision to ensure competency. 6 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT 2. Responding in Time to Help Our ‘At Risk’ Children In this investigation, the HCCGJ focused on the Mandated Report process and procedure for reporting alleged emotional, physical, and sexual abuse of the county’s young children, and found that “many children in the county are living with serious issues of abuse and neglect.” It specifically addressed the three agencies most involved in the Mandated Report process: School Districts, Law Enforcement, and Child Welfare Services. The HCCGJ found problem areas within each agency as well as in how the agencies work together to handle the issues of ‘at risk’ children. The report was issued on May 26, 2017, with responses required and received as follows: • Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) (R5, R11): due on August 26, 2017; received on August 15, 2017. • Humboldt County Office of Education (HCOE) (R1): due on July 26, 2017; received on July 18, 2017. • Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) (R2, R3, R4): due on July 26, 2017; received on July 21, 2017. • Child Welfare Services (CWS) (R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11): due on August 26, 2017; received on August 15, 2017. The complete responses submitted for this report appear in Appendix B on . Responding in Time to Help Our ‘At Risk’ Children Recommendations from Respon- P.C. County 2017/18 Grand Jury 2016/17 Civil Grand Jury dent Com- Responses Analysis pliant
F7:
The Board of Supervisors acknowledges the difficulty of finding a permanent funding model to replace Measure Z revenue and cites its ongoing efforts to seek new sources of funding, but it does not provide a timeframe for doing so as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R7:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Has been Response summary clearly outlines Grand Jury recommends that Child and implemented. how the recommendation has been Welfare Services take immediate CWS implemented and is penal code steps to fill the many vacancies in compliant. their Department.
F8:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office outlines strategies for improving 911 response times but does not provide a timeframe for doing so as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. 7. Consolidation of the Sheriff and Coroner/PA
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R8:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides a credible Grand Jury recommends that Child and implemented. explanation for not implementing Welfare Services work closely with CWS the recommendation; therefore, it is the University of California at Davis penal code compliant. program for improvement of services.
F9:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office cites budget constraints preventing it from addressing conditions at the Coroner’s Office at this time and notes continuing efforts to obtain needed funding. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. 8. Jails and Law Enforcement Facilities
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R9:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides a credible Grand Jury recommends that Child and implemented. explanation for not implementing Welfare Services continue to work CWS the recommendation; therefore, it is with their newly developing task penal code compliant. force (not to be confused with the Department of Health and Human Services Blue Ribbon Task Force) to improve relationships with School Districts and Law Enforcement in order to deal more effectively with the problem of ‘at risk’ children within Humboldt County.
F10:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office describes ongoing efforts to review and revamp its mental health procedures at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R10:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Are being Response summary clearly outlines Grand Jury recommends that Child and implemented. how the recommendations have Welfare Services leadership continue CWS been implemented and is penal code to work collaboratively with all local compliant. American Indian Tribes in both coordinating County services as well as following the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). 9 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT Responding in Time to Help Our ‘At Risk’ Children Recommendations from Respon- P.C. County 2017/18 Grand Jury 2016/17 Civil Grand Jury dent Com- Responses Analysis pliant
F11:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office discusses the value of and funding requirements for 24/7 mental health staffing at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R11:
The Humboldt County Civil DHHS Yes Will not be Response provides a credible Grand Jury recommends that the and implemented explanation for not implementing Department of Health and Human CWS because they the recommendation; therefore, it is Services reexamine all cases within are not penal code compliant. the last five years involving reasonable. American Indian children who have been removed from their homes, to ensure compliance with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). 3. Will Unfunded County Pensions Un-fund Our Future? The HCCGJ investigated the extent of the county’s unfunded pension liabilities and how this issue might be addressed. The most recent California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) valuation report (June 30, 2015) placed the county’s unfunded pension liability at $232.3 million. This is almost twice the county’s annual general fund revenue ($118 million) that is used for Law Enforcement, Public Works, Courts, and current retirement benefits. The HCCGJ offers recommendations as to how this liability could be reduced or even eliminated. The report was issued on June 7, 2017, with responses required and received as follows: • Board of Supervisors (BOS) (R1, R2): due on August 7, 2017; received on August 15, 2017. • Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) (R1, R2): due on September 7, 2017; received on August 15, 2017. • County Administrative Office (CAO) (R1, R2): due on September 7, 2017. Received on August 15, 2017. As noted below, responses were provided to the Recommendations as required by the penal code. However, the penal code also requires responses to the Findings. None were received from the respondents. The complete responses submitted for this report appear in Appendix C on . 10 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT Will Unfunded County Pensions Un-Fund Our Future Recommendations from Respon- P.C. County 2017/18 Grand Jury 2016/17 Civil Grand Jury dent Com- Responses Analysis pliant
F12:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office states it is in negotiations regarding fair compensation for the correctional deputies at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R12:
The Humboldt County Civil EPD No EPD will place Response does not provide Grand Jury recommends that the the a timeframe for Eureka Police Department provide reconfiguration of implementation; therefore, additional entrance and exit the parking lot it is not penal code capabilities for its parking lot. into the capital compliant. improvement budget.
F13:
The Board of Supervisors states it is engaged in contract negotiations with the Humboldt Deputy Sheriff’s Organization. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. 25 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT
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R13:
The Humboldt County Civil HCSO Yes Has been Response summary clearly Grand Jury recommends that the implemented. outlines how the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office recommendation has been post additional fire evacuation plans implemented and is penal in appropriate places throughout its code compliant. Main Office.
F14:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office states that it currently is upgrading camera equipment at the Humboldt County Correctional Facility and will continue to do so in the future, but does not provide a timeframe as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R14:
The Humboldt County Civil HCSO No Further analysis Response explains the Grand Jury recommends that the is required. scope of the analysis but Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office does not provide a undertake negotiations with the owner timeframe for discussion; of the McKinleyville Substation therefore, it is not penal building to install air-conditioning in code compliant. the facility.
F15:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office acknowledges the inadequacies of the current Humboldt County Coroner’s Office. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R15:
The Humboldt County Civil HCSO No Has not yet been Response does not provide Grand Jury recommends that the implemented, but a timeframe for Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office will be imple- implementation; therefore, install directional signage on Central mented in the it is not penal code Avenue for the McKinleyville future. compliant. Substation.
F16:
The Board of Supervisors states facility assessments are being conducted and long-term plans prepared for Humboldt County facilities, but does not provide a timeframe as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. In addition, no specific information is provided regarding the Humboldt County Coroner’s Office.
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R16:
The Humboldt County Civil HCSO Yes Has already been Response summary clearly Grand Jury recommends that the implemented. outlines how the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office recommendation has been procure a backup generator, fire implemented and is penal extinguishers and rescue equipment code compliant. for the Willow Creek Substation. 22 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT Jails and Law Enforcement Facilities Recommendations from Respon- P.C. County 2017/18 Grand Jury 2016/17 Civil Grand Jury dent Com- Responses Analysis pliant
F17:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office discusses the value and cost of an x-ray machine for the Humboldt County Coroner’s Office. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R17:
The Humboldt County Civil HCSO No Requires further Response is unclear as to Grand Jury recommends that County analysis. the scope of analysis and and city governments engage in a does not provide a planning process to address issues of timeframe for discussion; safety as well as the short and long therefore, it is not penal term maintenance needs of its law code compliant. enforcement facilities. BOS No Will be Response does not provide implemented. a timeframe for implementation; therefore, it is not penal code compliant. EPD No EPD sees the Response does not provide value in having a a timeframe for facilities strategic implementation; therefore, public safety it is not penal code planning meeting compliant. for city leadership. APD No Has not yet been Response does not provide implemented but a timeframe for will be imple- completion; therefore, it is mented in the not penal code compliant. future. FPD No No response Reminders sent by received. HCCGJ. RDPD Yes Rio Dell City Response provides a Council approved timeframe for a contract to implementation and is upgrade access to penal code compliant. facilities.
F18:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office discusses addressing a number of issues with the Garberville Substation--including ADA compliance, an external emergency phone, and directional signage--but does not provide a timeframe for implementation as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
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R18:
The Humboldt County Civil HCSO No Requires further Response explains the Grand Jury recommends a analysis. scope of the analysis but collaborative approach between the does not provide a Sheriff’s Office and the Hoopa Valley timeframe for discussion; Tribal Council to identify and develop therefore, it is not penal adequate holding facilities for eastern code compliant. Humboldt County in the event that the 23 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT Jails and Law Enforcement Facilities Recommendations from Respon- P.C. County 2017/18 Grand Jury 2016/17 Civil Grand Jury dent Com- Responses Analysis pliant County Correctional Facility becomes BOS No Will be partially Response does not state inaccessible. implemented. what will be partially implemented or provide a timeframe for implementation; therefore, it is not penal code compliant.
F19:
The Board of Supervisors outlines current strategies for addressing issues with the Garberville Substation--including ADA compliance, an external emergency phone, and directional signage--but does not provide a timeframe for implementation as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
F20:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office states it is working to ensure a redundant communication system at the Garberville Substation. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
F21:
The Eureka Police Department states that it is working toward creating a secondary entrance and exit to its parking lot, but does not provide a timeframe for implementation as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
F22:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office outlines efforts to upgrade the McKinleyville Substation. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05. 26 2016-2017 COMPLIANCE AND CONTINUITY REPORT
F23:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office discusses its efforts to obtain directional signage on Central Avenue for the McKinleyville Substation but does not provide a timeframe for implementation as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
F24:
Although a number county agencies acknowledge engaging in a planning process to address issues of safety, and short-term and long-term law enforcement facilities maintenance, a number of them do not provide a timeframe for implementation as required by Penal Code Section 933.05 (Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office, Board of Supervisors, Eureka Police Department, Arcata Police Department, and Fortuna Police Department).
F25:
Although reminders were sent by the Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury, the Fortuna Police Department did not respond to its recommendation that “County and city governments engage in a planning process to address issues of safety as well as the short and long term maintenance needs of its law enforcement facilities.”
F26:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office outlines a number of issues related to establishing holding facilities for eastern Humboldt County. However, it does not provide a timeframe within six months from the publication of the 2016-2017 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the department as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.
F27:
The Board of Supervisors indicates partial implementation related to establishing holding facilities for eastern Humboldt County but does not state what might be implemented or provide a timeframe as required by Penal Code Section 933.05.