Gran Jurado del Condado de Modoc
2019-2020
Hallazgos & Recomendaciones
11 hallazgos
F1:
The facility is in relatively good condition, but needs to be modified from an incarceration facility to house firefighters, with provision for co-ed habitation.
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R3:
Relocation within the facility and equipment modernization (already in progress at the time of this writing) as well as additions to staff will improve response.
F2:
The administration building will be opened up inside to better utilize space
F3:
The barracks have been freshened on the lower level and are being used. The upper level is currently being freshened. Sleeping quarters, restrooms and showers are co-ed, with procedures for privacy in place. Showers are now private. Max capacity is about 130. Cell service and Wi-Fi are being improved for the site.
F4:
Eventually 5 cooks/helpers will be on staff. Some cleaning/upgrading is needed, otherwise the kitchen is in good order.F5. The recreation room will be upgraded as time allows.
F5:
Proposal for the construction of a new Modoc County Jail was submitted and a state grant approved in the amount of $24,516,000. Final approval for release of funding and start of construction is in the process of being finalized.
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R5:
The Community Corrections Partnership (CCP) Plan is an integral part of the funding proposal and should be implemented as soon as possible.
F6:
The training room is being upgraded and is currently utilized. It will be available for use by other government agencies. There is currently mutual training offered for local fire departments. 10
F7:
Tool room is still stocked with hand tools and power equipment as in CCC days.F8. Truck and equipment building remain utilized. All heavy equipment from CCC days remains on site. A mechanic will eventually be on site.
F8:
It is anticipated the new facility, added programs, (and meet Title 15 staffing requirements regarding female staffing) will require the addition of two full time staff. 13
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R3:
Relocation within the facility and equipment modernization (already in progress at the time of this writing) as well as additions to staff will improve response.
R6:
The prison facility needs to increase the number of female staff in order to accommodate the processing and supervision of female prisoners.
F9:
The road into the camp will eventually be paved, and the camp parking improved over time.
F10:
Workman’s Compensation cost is a major budget item ($21,000 annually). The board is attempting to pool this item with Cal Fire to reduce the charge rate.
F11:
Equipment age ranges from 1977 to 2008, all carrying auxiliary pumps. Priority is given to ongoing maintenance with annual preventative maintenance a requirement. All maintenance is performed locally, with the exception of a 2004 truck needing to be maintained in Sacramento.
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R3:
Relocation within the facility and equipment modernization (already in progress at the time of this writing) as well as additions to staff will improve response.
Recomendaciones adicionales
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No vinculadas a hallazgos específicos.
R1:
The nature of this report was to respond to Community fears due to the closure of the Devils Garden Conservation Camp and therefore is directed more as an informational report. The Facility, under CalFire remains a viable asset to the local community and economy. Cal Fire will remain a large employer and the level of work accomplished will see improvement due to the caliber of workers. Fire suppression for the northeast of the state will see improved response times. There is a clear sense of Cal Fire wanting the community to know that they are here with us, and for us. INVITED/REQUIRED RESPONSES: Pursuant to Penal Code section 933.05, the Grand Jury requests responses as follows: From the following governing bodies (within 60 days): None as this was for community information only. 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. 11 -2020 MODOC COUNTY JAIL ISSUES AND RESOLUTIONS
R2:
Due to Assembly Bill 109 legislation, “shifting” prisoners from state prisons to local jails created the need for additional beds, placing additional burden on Modoc County. Managing minor infractions by not processing into jail, rather through court appearance has relieved the number of persons incarcerated. Planned rehabilitation through work programs will likewise reduce the prison population. Continuation and expansion of these policies are strongly recommended.
R4:
Review of the original needs assessment should be revisited to ascertain (if allowed) minor changes could be made.