Mono County Grand Jury

2025-2026

6 reports

Findings & Recommendations 2 findings
F3: The limited communication and coordination between Mono County Behavioral Health and MLPD may result in the improper handling of arrestees leading to increased risks to the officers and public. Response to F3: The Sheriff’s Office disagrees with the finding. The intent of the finding is unclear, but the gist appears to be that Mono County Behavioral Health (“Behavioral Health”) should be notifying MLPD of the health status of persons under their care. While this could be useful information for law enforcement to know, they are not entitled to this information. To notify MLPD of health status information would be an illegal release of Protected Health Information (“PHI”) prohibited by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”), exposing both the County of Mono and Behavioral Health employees to civil and criminal liability. If the intent of this finding is that Behavioral Health should inform MLPD of the mental health conditions of persons residing or working in the community that MLPD may interact with, that would also be violation of HIPAA. If the intent of this finding is that arrestees with a 5150 Hold are being released from medical care without notification, that is incorrect. Someone who has been arrested for a crime, even if they meet the criteria for a 5150 Hold, would be booked into the Mono County Jail. The arrestee’s mental health condition would be assessed by Behavioral Health in the confines of the Jail prior to release. If the intent of the finding is to address that persons placed solely on a 5150 Hold are released without notification to law enforcement, those are considered temporary detentions, not criminal arrests. Because the process of a 5150 Hold is considered a health condition, any information, including discharge and/or transfer, is PHI that cannot be released under HIPAA. Implementation of F3: None. Implementation Timeline for F3: Not applicable. Mono County Sheriff’s Office Comments on Grand Jury Report 2024-2025 – Attachment A
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R3: The grand jury recommends that the Mono County Board of Supervisors encourage the Department of Health to provide MLPD officers training on de-escalation and assessment, similar to what they would provide their own employees, starting by January, 2026. Response to R3: If MLPD, as an independent agency from the County, requests that MCBH provide de-escalation and assessment training, MCBH may work with MLPD to deliver a training that would meet the department’s needs. Ultimately, the Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training (“POST”) offers free trainings on crisis intervention, mental health, and de-escalation that are free to officers and catered to law enforcement. As non-law enforcement personnel, MCBH can provide insights and a training perspective that may be useful to MLPD, if they so determine that it would be valuable to the officers. Implementation of R3: MCBH can provide requested training that covers MCBH’s role and its techniques for crisis intervention and assessment, distinct from those taught by POST. Implementation Timeline for R3: As requested or directed.
F4: Due to the requirements of HIPAA Compliance, there is no mechanism for the Department of Behavioral Health to “close the loop” with MLPD after a potential 5150 hold incident is vacated. The police are not notified of the cause which hinders their ability to understand the outcomes and be better able to serve the public. Response to F4: The Sheriff’s Office agrees with the finding, but there is no remedy. Behavioral Health and Mammoth Hospital are bound by the HIPAA and cannot release PHI. This includes discharge and transfer information. Behavioral Health and Mammoth Hospital legally cannot “close the loop.” While it could be helpful to know the outcomes of 5150 Holds, law enforcement is not entitled to this information. Implementation of F4: None. Implementation Timeline for F4: Not applicable.
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R2: The grand jury recommends that the board of supervisors encourage the reinvigoration of the Crisis Care Committee by October 1, 2025 made up of the MLPD Chief of Police, the Director of the Mono County Department of Behavioral Health, a representative of Mammoth Hospital and the Sheriff’s Department to focus on cross-training and communication. Response to R2: The Sheriff’s Office agrees in part and disagrees in part with the recommendation. Training and communication can always be improved upon. The Sheriff’s Office recommends that “cross-training” be an effort to educate each entity on the roles that the other entities play. A clear understanding of what each entity can and cannot do should help facilitate effective communication and cooperation. There may have been a “Crisis Care Committee” led by Mammoth Hospital, but the Sheriff’s Office has no records of when that was in existence. In late 2019 there were discussions regarding a Memorandum of Understanding between Mammoth Hospital, Behavioral Health, and local law enforcement establishing protocols for 5150 Holds, but that did not address training or communication. The Behavioral Health Advisory Board (“BHAB”), required by California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5604, holds bi-monthly publicly noticed meetings. The BHAB advises and evaluates the various functions and policies of the Behavioral Health Department that are under the direction of the Behavioral Health Director and jurisdiction of the Mono County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors could direct the Mono County Sheriff’s Office Comments on Grand Jury Report 2024-2025 – Attachment A BHAB to incorporate this recommendation into their activities. The former Mammoth Lakes Police Chief was a member of the BHAB, but the current Chief is not. Mammoth Hospital staff have also been invited to attend. Implementation of R2: The Board of Supervisors could invite Mammoth Lakes Police Department and Mammoth Hospital to join the BHAB. The Board of Supervisors directs the BHAB to discuss roles and communication between Behavioral Health, Mammoth Hospital, and local law enforcement. Implementation Timeline for R2: The next BHAB meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025. ATTACHMENT B MCBH Comments on Grand Jury Report 2024-2025 – Attachment B Mono County Behavioral Health Invited Comments on Investigation Report: Mammoth Lakes Police Department Detainment and Arrest Processes:

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Findings & Recommendations 4 findings
F1: Mono LAFCO’s failure to adhere to California statutory law has resulted in the inability to make informed decisions about local Special District organization.
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R1: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners implement a procedure to provide thorough training for all LAFCO commissioners and the LAFCO Executive Officer. Training should include a study of their granted and restricted authority, proactive role, a thorough review of the Mono LAFCO Handbook, and the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000. The recommendation is to be completed by 10/1/25.
F2: Mono LAFCO’s failure to assess Special District performance results in the inability to fully understand if the Special District’s service delivery is meeting the needs of the community they serve.
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R2: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners define an SOI and Service Review policy for satisfying California State law regarding the update of SOI's and pre- requisite service reviews every 5 years. The approach should outline criteria to guide the depth and rigor of analysis, criteria for ranking priority of update efforts, cadence of updates across all entities they oversee, and an approach for community engagement. The recommendation is to be completed by 10/1/2025.
F3: Mono LAFCO’s failure to understand and efficiently exercise its authority has delayed organizational decisions needed to address performance issues.
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R3: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners submit an SOI and Service Review policy to a LAFCO Legal Counsel specialist for review and ratification. The recommendation is to be completed by 11/1/2025.
F4: Mono LAFCO's commissioners receive rudimentary training on their broad responsibilities and roles resulting in a lack of pro-active oversight and decision making.
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R4: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners adopt and publish the ratified SOI and Service Review policy. The recommendation is to be completed by 11/15/2025.
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R5: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners define, adopt, and publish a timeline for SOI and Service Review update activity for calendar year 2026. The recommendation is to be completed by 12/1/2025.
R6: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners estimate and propose to funding agencies the required budget for SOI and Service Review update activity for calendar year 2026. The recommendation is to be completed by 12/1/2025.
R7: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners define and put into practice a process for tracking and reporting status of SOI and Service Review update progress to the public on a periodic timeline. The recommendation is to be completed by 1/1/2026. 7
R8: The grand jury recommends the Mono LAFCO Commissioners define best-practice guidelines on measuring adequacy and efficiency of provided services in order to guide special districts on how best to measure their service delivery performance. The recommendation is to be completed by 2/1/26.
Findings & Recommendations 4 findings
F1: The MLPD regards the safety, health and well-being of Mammoth Lakes residents and
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R1: The Grand Jury commends the Mammoth Lakes Police Department for their focus on the
F2: The Mono County Correctional Officers state that they have a positive relationship with the
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R2: The grand jury recommends that the board of supervisors encourage the reinvigoration of
F3: The limited communication and coordination between Mono County Behavioral Health and
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R3: The grand jury recommends that the Mono County Board of Supervisors encourage the
F4: Due to the requirements of HIPAA Compliance, there is no mechanism for the Department
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Findings & Recommendations 13 findings
F1: Establish Scope, Costs, Schedules (SPWB Action Item) August 16, 2022
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R1: Expedite construction of the new jail facility to limit the increasing risk to public sagety due to deteriorating conditions.
F2: Preliminary Plan Approval (SPWB Action Item) June 12, 2023
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R2: Continue maintenance management of the existing jail facility ensuring security is not compromised.
F3: Working Drawings & Proceed to Bid Approval November 8, 2024
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R3: Consider offering housing assistance or other incentives to attract and retain qualified staff.
F4: Advertise for Bids (start of bidding process) November 15, 2024
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R4: Secure additional funding to support and accelerate the new facility's completion. Attached as well is the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) report from their own inspection of the jail on Oct. 24th, 2024, that has been reviewed. New Jail Construction Update Project Background 2017: Mono County Board of Supervisors approved submission of a grant application for SB 844 funding. June 2017: $25 million awarded by the Board of State and Community Corrections • (BSCC). Architect: Lionakis (Sacramento, CA) Construction Manager: Kitchell Delays and Developments 2018-2020: Staffing constraints delayed engagement with design and construction teams. February 2021: Formal contracts signed with Lionakis and Kitchell. November 2022: Hazardous materials abatement completed. July 2023: Demolition and utility work completed at the new site. May 2024: Initial site preparation bids exceeded estimates; foundation redesign ٠ undertaken. February 2025: State approvals received to proceed with construction bidding. April 30, 2025: Bid opening completed. • Construction Bids Received
F5: Bids Due to County January 22, 2025
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R5: Bids Due to County January 22, 2025
F6: Bid Tab Summary due to BSCC January 24, 2025
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R6: Bid Tab Summary due to BSCC January 24, 2025
F7: Construction Contract Award by County February 5, 2025 (Board of Supervisors)
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R7: Construction Contract Award by County February 5, 2025 (Board of Supervisors)
F8: Recognize Revised Project Costs April 11, 2025
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R8: Recognize Revised Project Costs April 11, 2025
F9: Bond Item April 11, 2025
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R9: Bond Item April 11, 2025
F10: Contract Award Approved by Department of Finance May 9, 2025
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R10: Contract Award Approved by Department of Finance May 9, 2025
F11: Notice to Proceed May 12, 2025
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R11: Notice to Proceed May 12, 2025
F12: Construction Completion November 8, 2026
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R12: Construction Completion November 8, 2026
F13: Occupancy January 22, 2027 Mono County SB 844 Jail Construction Project Budget Summary Table - Working Drawings/Proceed to Bid version: 9/9/2024 STATE IN-KIND LINE ITEM CASH MATCH TOTAL REIMBURSED MATCH 1 Construction $25,000,000 $9,405,045 $34,405,045 2 Additional Eligible Costs* $0 $1,449,971 $1,449,971 3 Architectural $0 $2,886,879 . 1. 19 $2,886,879 4 Project Construction Management $0 $1,189,166 $1,189,166 5 CEQA $0 $0 $0 6 State Agency Fees** $0 $166,000 $166,000 7 Audit $13,000 $0 $13,000 8 Needs Assessment $119,000 $11,591 $130,591 9 Transition Planning $0 $0 $0 10 County Administration $0 $0 11 Land Value $0 $0 TOTAL PROJECT COSTS $25,000,000 $15,229,061 $11,591 $40,240,652 PERCENT OF TOTAL 62.13% 37.84% 0.03% 100.00% 37.87% $15,240,652 ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE COSTS* State Reimbursement contract $32,457,590 $ contingency $1,947,455 $ $34,405,045 County Cash Contribution Land Surveying $ 25,956 Contract Insp/Materials Testing $ 450,000 Agency Retained Items FF&E $ 639,423 Permits and Fees $ 299,592 County Plan Check $ 35,000 $ Total 1,449,971 TOTAL $ 1,449,971 STATE AGENCY FEES** County Cash Contribution State Fire Marshal $ 150,000 Real Estate Due Diligence $ 16,000 Total $ 166,000 COUNTY OF MONO ADULT LOCAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE FACILITIES, SB 844 WORKING DRAWINGS/PROCEED TO BID PROJECT COST SUMMARY PROJECT: 48-Bed Housing Unit (844) BEGINNING/CURRENT CCCI: 9749/9751 LOCATION: Mono, CA DATE ESTIMATED: 8/30/2024 DEPARTMENT: Mono County Public Works PREPARED BY: Lionakis DESIGN BY: Lionakis PROJECT I.D.: 0011276 PROJECT MGR: Paul Roten START OF CONSTR: 5/9/2025 DELIVERY: Design/Bid/Build CONSTR. COMPLETE: 11/8/2026 9/9/2024 DESCRIPTION This project will consist of the design and construction of a new stand-alone jail facility on county-owned land in Bridgeport, CA. The new jail will replace the existing jail located in downtown Bridgeport and will include housing, intake/release, and support space. Housing will consist of approximately 50 beds in multiple housing units, each with a dayroom. There will also be an outdoor recreation space. The housing area will be controlled by an adjacent central control station. Housing support will consist of program space, medical and mental health, kitchen, and laundry facilities. Staff and public support spaces include an intake area that includes in-custody holding, in-person visitation, family visitation, an isolation room, safety cell, interview space, a public lobby, video visitation, administration, a vehicle sallyport, parking space, mechanical space, electrical space, and storage. The project will also include, but is not limited to, utilities; electrical; plumbing; mechanical; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; communications; fencing; security and fire protection systems; as well as minor landscaping and pavement for building access. ESTIMATE SUMMARY Sitework $ 5,643,631 Building S 24.763.915 $ 30,407,546 ESTIMATED TOTAL CURRENT COSTS: $30,407,546 August, 2024 September, 2024 Adjust CCCI from/to: 9749 9751 $6,238 CCCI WHEN ESTIMATED MOST CURRENT CCCI ESTIMATED TOTAL CURRENT COSTS AS OF: September, 2024 $30,413,784 months rate Escalation to Start of Construction 7 0.42% $894,165 Escalation to Mid Point 9 0.42% $1,149,641 ESTIMATED TOTAL CONTRACT: $32,457,590 rate Contingency At: 6.00% $1,947,455 ESTIMATED TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COST: $34,405,045 SUMMARY OF COSTS BY PHASE WORKING DRAWINGS/PROCEED TO BID PROJECT: 48-Bed Housing Unit (844) BEGINNING/CURRENT CCCI: 9749/9751 LOCATION: Mono, CA DATE ESTIMATED: 8/30/2024 9/9/2024 BS/FP CONSTRUCTION DURATION: 18 Months ESTIMATED CONTRACT: $32,457,590 $32,457,590 1/1 CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY: $1,947,455 $1,947,455 1/14 TOTAL: $34,405,045 $34,405,045 ACQUISITION PRELIMINARY WORKING CONSTRUCTION TOTAL CATEGORY STUDY PLANS DRAWINGS ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING SERVICES A&E Design $0 $998,218 $1,134,783 $707,534 $2,840,535 Geotechnical Engineering $0 $27,350 $18,994 $0 $46,344 Project Scheduling & Cost Analysis $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Advertising, Printing & Mailing $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Construction Guarantee Inspection $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 SUBTOTAL A&E SERVICES $0 $1,025,568 $1,153,777 $707,534 $2,886,879 3/2 OTHER PROJECT COSTS Contract Insp/Materials Testing $0 $0 $0 $450,000 $450,000 2/5 Contract Const. Mgmt. $0 $12,620 $362,440 $814,106 $1,189,166 4/3 Land Value $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 Agency Retained Items (FF&E) $0 $0 $0 $639,423 $639,423 2/4 Building Commissioning (by CM) $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 Permits and Fees $0 $73 $10,774 $288,745 $299,592 2/5 County Plan Check $0 $0 $35,000 $0 $35,000 2/5 State Audit $0 $0 $0 $13,000 $13,000 7/9 Real Estate Due Diligence $0 $15,000 $1,000 $0 $16,000 6/8 Other Costs - (SFM) $0 $0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 6/5 Transition Planning $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 County Administration $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 CEQA $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 $0 Land Survey $25,956 $0 $0 $25,956 2/5 Needs Assessment $130,591 $0 $0 $0 $130,591 8/10 SUBTOTAL OTHER PROJ COSTS $130,591 $53,649 $459,214 $2,305,274 $2,948,728 TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $130,591 $1,079,217 $1,612,991 $37,417,853 $40,240,652 LESS FUNDS AUTHORIZED $130,591 $1,168,253 $0| $0 $1,298,844 LESS FUNDS ALLOCATED NOT AUTHORIZED $0 $0 $1,557,016 $28,861,495 $30,418,511 CARRY OVER $0 $0 -$89.036 $145,011 BALANCE OF FUNDS REQUIRED $0 -$89.036 $145,011 $8,411,347 $8,523,297 FUNDING DATA & ESTIMATE NOTES PROJECT: 48-Bed Housing Unit (844) BEGINNING/CURRENT CCCI: 9749/9751 LOCATION: Mono, CA DATE ESTIMATED: 8/30/2024 9/9/2024 FUNDING DATA Chapter / Item Phase Amount Totals Funds Authorized Local Funding Α $130,591 Local Funding Р $1,168.253 Local Funding W $1,557,016 Total Funds Authorized $2,855,860 Funds Available Not Authorized Local Funding С $3,861,495 Ch. 37/2014 С $25,000,000 Total Funds Allocated Not Authorizied 28,861,495 $ Total Funds Authorized and Allocated $ 31,717,355 ESTIMATE NOTES
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R13: Occupancy January 22, 2027 Mono County SB 844 Jail Construction Project Budget Summary Table - Working Drawings/Proceed to Bid version: 9/9/2024 STATE IN-KIND LINE ITEM CASH MATCH TOTAL REIMBURSED MATCH 1 Construction $25,000,000 $9,405,045 $34,405,045 2 Additional Eligible Costs* $0 $1,449,971 $1,449,971 3 Architectural $0 $2,886,879 . 1. 19 $2,886,879 4 Project Construction Management $0 $1,189,166 $1,189,166 5 CEQA $0 $0 $0 6 State Agency Fees** $0 $166,000 $166,000 7 Audit $13,000 $0 $13,000 8 Needs Assessment $119,000 $11,591 $130,591 9 Transition Planning $0 $0 $0 10 County Administration $0 $0 11 Land Value $0 $0 TOTAL PROJECT COSTS $25,000,000 $15,229,061 $11,591 $40,240,652 PERCENT OF TOTAL 62.13% 37.84% 0.03% 100.00% 37.87% $15,240,652 ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE COSTS* State Reimbursement contract $32,457,590 $ contingency $1,947,455 $ $34,405,045 County Cash Contribution Land Surveying $ 25,956 Contract Insp/Materials Testing $ 450,000 Agency Retained Items FF&E $ 639,423 Permits and Fees $ 299,592 County Plan Check $ 35,000 $ Total 1,449,971 TOTAL $ 1,449,971 STATE AGENCY FEES** County Cash Contribution State Fire Marshal $ 150,000 Real Estate Due Diligence $ 16,000 Total $ 166,000 COUNTY OF MONO ADULT LOCAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE FACILITIES, SB 844 WORKING DRAWINGS/PROCEED TO BID PROJECT COST SUMMARY PROJECT: 48-Bed Housing Unit (844) BEGINNING/CURRENT CCCI: 9749/9751 LOCATION: Mono, CA DATE ESTIMATED: 8/30/2024 DEPARTMENT: Mono County Public Works PREPARED BY: Lionakis DESIGN BY: Lionakis PROJECT I.D.: 0011276 PROJECT MGR: Paul Roten START OF CONSTR: 5/9/2025 DELIVERY: Design/Bid/Build CONSTR. COMPLETE: 11/8/2026 9/9/2024 DESCRIPTION This project will consist of the design and construction of a new stand-alone jail facility on county-owned land in Bridgeport, CA. The new jail will replace the existing jail located in downtown Bridgeport and will include housing, intake/release, and support space. Housing will consist of approximately 50 beds in multiple housing units, each with a dayroom. There will also be an outdoor recreation space. The housing area will be controlled by an adjacent central control station. Housing support will consist of program space, medical and mental health, kitchen, and laundry facilities. Staff and public support spaces include an intake area that includes in-custody holding, in-person visitation, family visitation, an isolation room, safety cell, interview space, a public lobby, video visitation, administration, a vehicle sallyport, parking space, mechanical space, electrical space, and storage. The project will also include, but is not limited to, utilities; electrical; plumbing; mechanical; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; communications; fencing; security and fire protection systems; as well as minor landscaping and pavement for building access. ESTIMATE SUMMARY Sitework $ 5,643,631 Building S 24.763.915 $ 30,407,546 ESTIMATED TOTAL CURRENT COSTS: $30,407,546 August, 2024 September, 2024 Adjust CCCI from/to: 9749 9751 $6,238 CCCI WHEN ESTIMATED MOST CURRENT CCCI ESTIMATED TOTAL CURRENT COSTS AS OF: September, 2024 $30,413,784 months rate Escalation to Start of Construction 7 0.42% $894,165 Escalation to Mid Point 9 0.42% $1,149,641 ESTIMATED TOTAL CONTRACT: $32,457,590 rate Contingency At: 6.00% $1,947,455 ESTIMATED TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COST: $34,405,045 SUMMARY OF COSTS BY PHASE WORKING DRAWINGS/PROCEED TO BID PROJECT: 48-Bed Housing Unit (844) BEGINNING/CURRENT CCCI: 9749/9751 LOCATION: Mono, CA DATE ESTIMATED: 8/30/2024 9/9/2024 BS/FP CONSTRUCTION DURATION: 18 Months ESTIMATED CONTRACT: $32,457,590 $32,457,590 1/1 CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY: $1,947,455 $1,947,455 1/14 TOTAL: $34,405,045 $34,405,045 ACQUISITION PRELIMINARY WORKING CONSTRUCTION TOTAL CATEGORY STUDY PLANS DRAWINGS ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING SERVICES A&E Design $0 $998,218 $1,134,783 $707,534 $2,840,535 Geotechnical Engineering $0 $27,350 $18,994 $0 $46,344 Project Scheduling & Cost Analysis $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Advertising, Printing & Mailing $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Construction Guarantee Inspection $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 SUBTOTAL A&E SERVICES $0 $1,025,568 $1,153,777 $707,534 $2,886,879 3/2 OTHER PROJECT COSTS Contract Insp/Materials Testing $0 $0 $0 $450,000 $450,000 2/5 Contract Const. Mgmt. $0 $12,620 $362,440 $814,106 $1,189,166 4/3 Land Value $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 Agency Retained Items (FF&E) $0 $0 $0 $639,423 $639,423 2/4 Building Commissioning (by CM) $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 Permits and Fees $0 $73 $10,774 $288,745 $299,592 2/5 County Plan Check $0 $0 $35,000 $0 $35,000 2/5 State Audit $0 $0 $0 $13,000 $13,000 7/9 Real Estate Due Diligence $0 $15,000 $1,000 $0 $16,000 6/8 Other Costs - (SFM) $0 $0 $50,000 $100,000 $150,000 6/5 Transition Planning $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 County Administration $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 CEQA $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 1 $0 Land Survey $25,956 $0 $0 $25,956 2/5 Needs Assessment $130,591 $0 $0 $0 $130,591 8/10 SUBTOTAL OTHER PROJ COSTS $130,591 $53,649 $459,214 $2,305,274 $2,948,728 TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $130,591 $1,079,217 $1,612,991 $37,417,853 $40,240,652 LESS FUNDS AUTHORIZED $130,591 $1,168,253 $0| $0 $1,298,844 LESS FUNDS ALLOCATED NOT AUTHORIZED $0 $0 $1,557,016 $28,861,495 $30,418,511 CARRY OVER $0 $0 -$89.036 $145,011 BALANCE OF FUNDS REQUIRED $0 -$89.036 $145,011 $8,411,347 $8,523,297 FUNDING DATA & ESTIMATE NOTES PROJECT: 48-Bed Housing Unit (844) BEGINNING/CURRENT CCCI: 9749/9751 LOCATION: Mono, CA DATE ESTIMATED: 8/30/2024 9/9/2024 FUNDING DATA Chapter / Item Phase Amount Totals Funds Authorized Local Funding Α $130,591 Local Funding Р $1,168.253 Local Funding W $1,557,016 Total Funds Authorized $2,855,860 Funds Available Not Authorized Local Funding С $3,861,495 Ch. 37/2014 С $25,000,000 Total Funds Allocated Not Authorizied 28,861,495 $ Total Funds Authorized and Allocated $ 31,717,355 ESTIMATE NOTES
Findings & Recommendations 7 findings
F1: The County regards Cyber Security preparedness as a high priority by taking positive actions to continuously improve its maturity posture resulting in a lower risk of cyber security incidents.
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R1: The Grand Jury commends the Information Technology department for their ongoing efforts on cybersecurity preparedness.
F2: The Payment Card Industry (PCI) self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ) process inadequately involves IT resulting in a lack of IT awareness of the PCI Compliance process and errors on attestation reporting.
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R2: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of Finance and Director of IT to document and put into practice a cooperative process for completing the annual PCI Compliance assessment. Recommendation to be completed by 08/01/2025.
F3: The lack of immutable backups results in increased risk of disruption to important County operations due to a ransomware attack.
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R3: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of Finance and Director of IT to determine the correct PCI SAQ form(s) to be used in the County’s next annual PCI Compliance assessment and attestation. Recommendation to be completed by 08/01/2025.
F4: Computing devices, no longer supported by the vendor, are present in the environment resulting in an increased risk of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and attacks.
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R4: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of IT to document a plan to implement immutable backups for operationally critical data. Plan to be documented by 9/01/2025.
F5: The lack of consistent periodic external penetration testing and vulnerability scans results in unknown potential exploits which increases the risk of cybersecurity incidents.
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R5: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of IT to define a sustainable annual process to remove or replace unsupported computing devices from the environment. Recommendation to be completed by 08/01/2025. 7
F6: Important Cyber Security projects and initiatives have not begun or are lagging due to insufficient staffing.
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R6: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of IT to define a sustainable process to conduct periodic external penetration tests and vulnerability scans. Recommendation to be completed by 09/01/2025.
F7: Quarterly cyber security training is taking place with noteworthy results. However, there’s a lack of visibility to compliance measurements among County executives.
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R7: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of IT to assess the staffing and capacity demands needed to reasonably support Information Technology’s Cyber Security roadmap for the purpose of submitting such staffing in its next fiscal year budget. Recommendation to be completed by 10/01/2025.
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R8: The grand jury recommends the Board of Supervisors instruct the Director of IT to implement a process for providing the Board of Supervisors a quarterly report on employee compliance to cybersecurity training. Recommendation to be completed by 10/01/2025.

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