Merced County Grand Jury
2017-2018
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Findings & Recommendations
5 findings
F1:
That the Voter Registrar’s office is working proactively to educate first time voters to ensure they are aware of registration and voter procedures.
F2:
That any irregularities found in the registration process are forwarded to the jurisdiction of the California Secretary of State for review.
F3:
That there is no capability for any connection between ballot counters and outside electronic interference.
F4:
That new mail-in ballot envelopes have additional security with a new signature window and are hoped to be used in the future.
F5:
That the cross-checking system for the three types of ballots prevents voters from voting more than once.
Additional Recommendations
2
Not linked to specific findings.
R1:
That the County Voter Registrar continue its outreach programs to local high schools, colleges and universities to educate new voters with regard to voter registration requirements and processes.
R2:
That the County Voter Registrar and staff continue to receive training as it is available regarding electronic security for the voting process. REQUEST FOR RESPONSE(S) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 933.05, the following responses are required. • Merced County Registrar of Voters respond to F1-F5, and R-1 and R-2 within 90 days.
Findings & Recommendations
3 findings
F1:
That the Sheriff’s Main Jail facility is outdated and is not safe for inmates or employees.
F2:
That the modernization and expansion of the John Latorraca Correctional Facility has not been funded by the County.
F3:
That the city is currently reviewing and negotiation for the purchase of land and construction of a new facility.
Additional Recommendations
2
Not linked to specific findings.
R1:
That the Merced County Board of Supervisors should allocate the necessary matching funds for John Latorraca construction in the 2018-2019 fiscal year. REQUEST FOR RESPONSE(S) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 933.05, the grand jury requests responses as follows: From the following governing bodies: • Merced County Board of Supervisors respond to F1 to F2 and R1 within 90 days • Merced County Sheriff’s Office respond to F1 to F2 and R1 within 60 days Responses are to be submitted to the Presiding Judge of the Merced County Superior Court in accordance with Penal Code Section 933.05.
R2:
That the City of Los Banos continue its process of securing property and completing construction of a new police facility within the next three years. REQUEST FOR RESPONSE(S) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 933.05, the following responses are requested. • Los Banos City Council respond to F1 to F3 and R1 to R2 within 90 days.
Findings & Recommendations
4 findings
F1:
That the combined Highway 59 and Billy Wright landfill facilities will have a MCRWA staff-estimated capacity to meet county landfill needs for the next 100 years.
F2:
That the landfills provide services to both Merced and several out of county agencies and private entities.
F3:
That providing services to other jurisdictions is appropriate and necessary to keep Merced County residents’ fees low.
F4:
That MCRWA now conducts weekly safety meetings with operation staff to review safety procedures. DISCLAIMER Reports issued by the Grand Jury do not identify individuals interviewed. Penal Code Section 929 requires that reports of the Grand Jury not contain the name of any person or facts leading to the identity of any person who provides information to the Grand Jury. 30