Mendocino County Grand Jury
• 2012-2013
Board of Supervisors - Standing Committees “public Access - Public Interest” March 20, 2013
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Findings and Recommendations 5 findings
F1
At the CEO’s recommendation, the BOS Standing Committee assignments were made as required by the County Procedures. However, none of the Standing Committees was activated and the use of Ad Hoc Committees was continued.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The Standing Committees be activated, assigned all appropriate issues requiring special BOS attention, and used as the primary vehicle for policy guidance and direction to the BOS. (F1, F2, F4 & F5)
F2
Mendocino County use of Ad Hoc Committees does not conform to the accepted practices of other counties. Ad Hoc Committees should be investigative, issue- specific and of short term duration.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
The Ad Hoc Committee issue status reports at each regular BOS meeting in accordance with the County Rules of Procedure #31. ( F4)
F3
The exclusive use of Ad Hoc Committees is not consistent with the intent of the Brown Act.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
Ad Hoc Committees only be formed to investigate single issues anticipated for resolution within the current calendar year. (F2, F4 & F5)
F4
Ad Hoc Committees do not afford the public sufficient notice or opportunity for meaningful participation in County government. Ad Hoc Committees are not reporting in compliance with the County Rules of Procedure (Rule 31). 4
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
The Executive Office post and update a list of the current Ad Hoc Committees on the BOS website. (F4)
F5
Ad Hoc Committees limit long-term planning and continuity. Adequate record keeping, including written and published meeting minutes, is not required or currently available.
No recommendations for this finding