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Findings 13 findings
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State the finding as stated in the grand jury 2006/2007 report. Response by Department Head State your detailed response to the finding. Follow this same procedure for each finding that you respond to.
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As a result, the gymnasiums in Facilities A, B, and C have been converted into housing units with three tier bunk beds for the additional inmates.
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Housing inmates in the gymnasiums present a dangerous situation to the inmates and Correctional Officers.
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Located within the perimeter of PYCF is James A. Wieden High School which is fully accredited for six years. This high school provides a full education for all wards enabling them to attain a high school diploma or general education diploma. All educational staff is fully credentialed and compliant with the “No Child Left Behind Act.” There is a graduation ceremony each September for wards who complete the required credits.
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The James A. Wieden High School is developing the pilot program for “English Language Learner” which will be implemented throughout the Juvenile Justice Department in August 2007.
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In addition to academic classes, James A. Wieden High School offers a variety of vocational classes as follows: Automotive Mechanics Auto Body and Fender Landscaping 18 Print Shop Janitorial Culinary Arts Masonry Keyboarding/Graphic Arts Findings:
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According to the Captain (formerly the Sergeant referenced above) , the Chief of Police felt that the matter was “no big deal.” The Chief of Police stated that at the time of the incident, he was under the impression a report had been taken, and that the matter involved a minor misdemeanor offense. According to the Chief of Police, he did not learn that a report was not taken until July 2006.
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Ultimately, the Ione City Police Department conducted no follow-up work on the case. No subsequent report was taken and no temporary restraining order was sought on behalf of the victim against the suspect. Findings:
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ACUSD school administrators utilize radios, school phones and intercom systems to communicate at school sites during emergency situations. As of December 2006, Jackson Junior High School’s intercom system had not been fully installed.
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ACUSD has established a "Blue Ribbon" committee consisting of members from local law enforcement agencies and the school district to discuss and evaluate school safety and security, as well as revise ACUSD Emergency Preparedness Plan and Guidelines. The committee meets once a month.
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ACUSD utilizes a leadership program entitled “Tomorrow’s Leaders Today,” where select high school students speak to junior high school children about “bullying” amongst students.
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ACUSD employed two minimum days during the spring semester to discuss issues of school safety and security with staff at each school. Findings:
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ACUSD should develop policies and procedures regarding the use of security cameras. As suggested by some administrators, teachers, and staff, ACUSD should install security cameras at strategic locations at school sites to enhance visibility, deter theft, vandalism, and violence and possibly reduce wandering by students in the halls during school hours. ACUSD School Maintenance Facts:
Recommendations 7
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R1State the recommendations as stated in the 2006/2007 grand jury report. Follow this same procedure for each recommendation you respond to. Response by Department Head State your detailed response to the recommendations. This should include progress on your planned actions. This format is the standard format used by all agencies when responding to grand jury reports. Grand Jury Citizens Complaint Form 11 12 13 14 Correctional Facilities Introduction: Pursuant to Penal Code section 919, subdivision (b), the Grand Jury is required to conduct an annual review of the conditions and management of all correctional facilities located within Amador County. As a result, the 2006-2007 Amador County Grand Jury reviewed and toured the following correctional facilities: 1. Mule Creek State Prison, December 6, 2006 2. Preston Youth Correctional Facility, November 7, 2006 and April 10, 2007 3. Pine Grove Youth Conservation Camp, November 7, 2006 4. Amador County Detention Center, Amador County Sheriff’s Department, November 15, 2006 Mule Creek State Prison Background: Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) opened on June 10, 1987. The custody levels of the facility range from minimum security Level I to Level IV, the highest level of security inmate. The prison is located in the City of Ione, next to CAL Fire (formally named the California Department of Forestry) and Preston Youth Authority. The main focus of MCSP is to provide health care and rehabilitation through education for the inmates. Prison industries include coffee roasting, laundry, meat cutting, and digital mapping. Self-help groups such as Alcoholics, Narcotics and Gangs Anonymous are provided to the inmates. Community crews consisting of minimum security inmates are utilized in the local area. The on-site fire department responds to mutual aid calls. In addition, the “Arts-in-Corrections” project contributes funds to help local charities. Method of Review: The 2006-2007 Grand Jury’s review of MCSP consisted of the following: Individuals Interviewed: Chief Deputy Warden Associate Warden - Central Services Associate Warden - Programs and Housing Associate Warden - Business Services Correctional Captains-Minimum Support Facility; Facility A; Facility B; and Facility C Correctional Health Services Administrator II Administrative Assistant/Public Information Officer 15 Documents Reviewed: MCSP Daily Movement Sheet dated December 5, 2006 MCSP Industry Authority Facts Sheet MCSP Gangs Anonymous Facts Sheet MCSP Information and History of Facts Sites Toured: Administration Building Facility C - Main Kitchen Facility A - Prison Industries Education Classrooms Building 4 - Housing Unit Gymnasium Prison Industries - Meat Cutting Family Visiting Facts: 1. MCSP was originally built to house approximately 1700 inmates. Currently, MCSP houses approximately 3996 inmates. There are approximately 1000 staff members at the facility providing around the clock supervision of the inmates. 2. Daily services provided to inmates at MCSP include medical, dental and mental health care, vocational and educational courses, self-help groups and access to libraries.
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R2In November 2005 the County Board of Supervisors authorized the GSA Director to publish a Request for Proposals offering for lease airport property in the “commercial” zone. Lessees would construct buildings to house aviation related businesses. The Grand Jury applauds this effort to develop Westover Field in a manner that will benefit Amador County and generate revenues to support airfield improvements listed in the Airport Master Plan.
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R3Numerous hangar lease agreement and County code violations persist at Westover Field. Responses: General Services Administration - Department Head
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R4Amador County shall hire a dedicated grants writer to aggressively seek funding for projects listed in the Airport Master Plan as well as provide support to other County departments that could benefit from available grants.
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R5GSA Director shall schedule excess equipment auctions whenever the volume of surplus vehicles and equipment threaten to exceed the vehicle maintenance yard or warehouse capacity.
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R6Increase hangar lease fees annually by the percentage provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics commonly known as the Cost of Living Index (COL). Responses: Department Head Recommendation One: “Not yet implemented, but will be implemented by October 2006. A letter will be sent to all tenants with their monthly rent statements informing them of their requirement to adhere to lease agreements and the Amador County Airport Rules and Regulations (Airport Code). Included in this letter will be instructions as to where the “Airport Code” can be obtained, either on the Amador County Web page or at the Airport Manager’s office.” 65 R ecommendation Two: “Not yet implemented, but will be implemented. The Airport Manager will begin coordinating inspection schedules with tenants and the Building Official beginning in September. Code Enforcement would not be involved with inspections unless the inspection resulted in a violation where no action was taken by a tenant exceeding statutory time limits. Currently one hangar at the Airport has exceeded statutory time limits. The matter is being handled by Code Enforcement and is anticipated to be resolved shortly.” Recommendation Three: “Implemented. Copies of the Customer Service Survey form are available at the Airport Terminal building and the lobby of the GSA building.” Recommendation Four: “Not yet implemented, but the County has approved a Public Services Director position that includes oversight of the Airport. One of the individual primary responsibilities will be to seek out sources of revenue, grants included. In addition, the County has hired a grants writer under contract whom will be looking for grant opportunities County wide.” Recommendation Five: “Implemented, for vehicles and heavy equipment exceeding the maintenance yard capacity. An auction will be held September 9, 2006. The recommendation relative to the warehouse will not be implemented because no vehicles or equipment are stored in a warehouse that impact Airport operations.” Recommendation Six: “Requires further analysis. Leases currently in place use the Consumer Price Index (CPI) as the basis for rent increases. Rent increases are currently enacted when the Airport Budget requires rate increases.” Amador County Board of Supervisors Recommendation One: “This recommendation will be implemented by October 2006.” Recommendation Two: “This recommendation will be implemented in Fall 2006.” Recommendation Three: “This recommendation will be implemented September 2006.” Recommendation Four: “Implemented” Recommendation Five: “Implemented” Recommendation Six: “Not implemented. This recommendation will not be implemented due to the existing lease component noted above.” 66 EXCESSIVE WATER BORNE CONTAMINANTS FOLLOW-UP REPORT Introduction: The 2005-2006 Amador County Grand Jury received a citizen’s complaint regarding the Amador Water Agency (AWA) Buckhorn Water Treatment Plant located in Pioneer. The complainant was concerned that Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards may have been exceeded for a group of by-products of the purification process known as Haloacetic Acids (HAA5s). The Amador Water Agency responded in accordance with Penal Code section 933 (c) and 933.05. 2005-2006 Grand Jury Report Findings Section
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R7Two ACUSD Board of Trustee members residing outside the district boundaries had resigned from the Board. R esponses: ACUSD Superintendent