Humboldt County Grand Jury
• 2024-2025
Humboldt County Animal Shelter Animal Shelter + Animal Rescues = Lifesaving Paw-tnership "The greatness of a community
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Findings and Recommendations 6 findings
F1
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that:
The staff of the Humboldt County Animal Shelter are dedicated. Their efforts allow them to work effectively under the stress of handling high volumes of animals with less than a full staff. (R1)
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
Collaboration between the Animal Shelter and the animal rescue network, in a professional and respectful manner, should continue as it is beneficial to the animals and everyone involved. (F1, F2)
R5
The Animal Shelter includes weekend hours by no later than September 1, 2025. (F6) RESPONSES Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 933 and 933.05, each entity or individual named below must respond to the enumerated Findings and Recommendations within specific statutory guidelines. Responses to Findings shall be either: ● The respondent agrees with the finding; or ● The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefore. Responses to Recommendations shall be one of the following: ● The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action; or ● The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation; or ● The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency where applicable. This time frame shall not exceed six months from the date of the publication of the Grand Jury report; or ● The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 90 DAYS The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R2, R3, R4, R5) REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 60 DAYS The Humboldt County Sheriff (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R1, R5) Invited Responses The Humboldt County Department of Public Works (F4, F5) and (R3, R4) Responses are to be sent to: The Honorable Judge Kelly L. Neel Humboldt County Superior Court 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury PO Box 657, Eureka, CA 95502 A Reports issued by the Civil 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.
F2
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that:
Collaboration between the Animal Shelter and the local benefit our community. (R1)
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
Collaboration between the Animal Shelter and the animal rescue network, in a professional and respectful manner, should continue as it is beneficial to the animals and everyone involved. (F1, F2)
R5
The Animal Shelter includes weekend hours by no later than September 1, 2025. (F6) RESPONSES Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 933 and 933.05, each entity or individual named below must respond to the enumerated Findings and Recommendations within specific statutory guidelines. Responses to Findings shall be either: ● The respondent agrees with the finding; or ● The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefore. Responses to Recommendations shall be one of the following: ● The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action; or ● The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation; or ● The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency where applicable. This time frame shall not exceed six months from the date of the publication of the Grand Jury report; or ● The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 90 DAYS The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R2, R3, R4, R5) REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 60 DAYS The Humboldt County Sheriff (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R1, R5) Invited Responses The Humboldt County Department of Public Works (F4, F5) and (R3, R4) Responses are to be sent to: The Honorable Judge Kelly L. Neel Humboldt County Superior Court 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury PO Box 657, Eureka, CA 95502 A Reports issued by the Civil 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.
F3
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that:
Volunteers donate approximately 400 hours per month. Their crucial contribution to animal enrichment by socializing, walking, and training animals is a factor in increasing adoptions and meeting other needs of the Animal Shelter. (R2)
Related Recommendations (2)
R2
The Board of Supervisors shall establish a Volunteer Appreciation Day for all Humboldt County Volunteers on April 20th, which is National Volunteer Recognition Day, by October 1, 2025. (F3)
R5
The Animal Shelter includes weekend hours by no later than September 1, 2025. (F6) RESPONSES Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 933 and 933.05, each entity or individual named below must respond to the enumerated Findings and Recommendations within specific statutory guidelines. Responses to Findings shall be either: ● The respondent agrees with the finding; or ● The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefore. Responses to Recommendations shall be one of the following: ● The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action; or ● The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation; or ● The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency where applicable. This time frame shall not exceed six months from the date of the publication of the Grand Jury report; or ● The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 90 DAYS The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R2, R3, R4, R5) REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 60 DAYS The Humboldt County Sheriff (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R1, R5) Invited Responses The Humboldt County Department of Public Works (F4, F5) and (R3, R4) Responses are to be sent to: The Honorable Judge Kelly L. Neel Humboldt County Superior Court 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury PO Box 657, Eureka, CA 95502 A Reports issued by the Civil 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.
F4
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that:
Long-standing leaks have led to a severely damaged roof that houses necessary mechanical equipment for the Animal Shelter. This damage can significantly impact staff and animal health and safety. (R3)
Related Recommendations (2)
R3
The Board of Supervisors direct the Department of Public Works to complete the reroofing of the Animal Shelter and any necessary repairs by no later than October 31, 2025. (F4)
R5
The Animal Shelter includes weekend hours by no later than September 1, 2025. (F6) RESPONSES Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 933 and 933.05, each entity or individual named below must respond to the enumerated Findings and Recommendations within specific statutory guidelines. Responses to Findings shall be either: ● The respondent agrees with the finding; or ● The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefore. Responses to Recommendations shall be one of the following: ● The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action; or ● The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation; or ● The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency where applicable. This time frame shall not exceed six months from the date of the publication of the Grand Jury report; or ● The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 90 DAYS The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R2, R3, R4, R5) REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 60 DAYS The Humboldt County Sheriff (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R1, R5) Invited Responses The Humboldt County Department of Public Works (F4, F5) and (R3, R4) Responses are to be sent to: The Honorable Judge Kelly L. Neel Humboldt County Superior Court 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury PO Box 657, Eureka, CA 95502 A Reports issued by the Civil 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.
F5
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that:
The outside lighting at the Animal Shelter needs replacement and repair; this poses a safety concern for both staff and visitors, especially during the winter hours. (R4)
Related Recommendations (2)
R4
The Board of Supervisors direct the Department of Public Works to complete the replacement and repair of outside lighting at the Animal Shelter by no later than December 31, 2025. (F5)
R5
The Animal Shelter includes weekend hours by no later than September 1, 2025. (F6) RESPONSES Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 933 and 933.05, each entity or individual named below must respond to the enumerated Findings and Recommendations within specific statutory guidelines. Responses to Findings shall be either: ● The respondent agrees with the finding; or ● The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefore. Responses to Recommendations shall be one of the following: ● The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action; or ● The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation; or ● The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency where applicable. This time frame shall not exceed six months from the date of the publication of the Grand Jury report; or ● The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 90 DAYS The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R2, R3, R4, R5) REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 60 DAYS The Humboldt County Sheriff (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R1, R5) Invited Responses The Humboldt County Department of Public Works (F4, F5) and (R3, R4) Responses are to be sent to: The Honorable Judge Kelly L. Neel Humboldt County Superior Court 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury PO Box 657, Eureka, CA 95502 A Reports issued by the Civil 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.
F6
The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury finds that:
The Animal Shelter is only open to the public from Monday to Friday. Offering operational hours on the weekend would increase the rate of adoptions. (R5)
Related Recommendations (1)
R5
The Animal Shelter includes weekend hours by no later than September 1, 2025. (F6) RESPONSES Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 933 and 933.05, each entity or individual named below must respond to the enumerated Findings and Recommendations within specific statutory guidelines. Responses to Findings shall be either: ● The respondent agrees with the finding; or ● The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefore. Responses to Recommendations shall be one of the following: ● The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action; or ● The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation; or ● The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency where applicable. This time frame shall not exceed six months from the date of the publication of the Grand Jury report; or ● The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 90 DAYS The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R2, R3, R4, R5) REQUIRED RESPONSE - WITHIN 60 DAYS The Humboldt County Sheriff (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5) and (R1, R5) Invited Responses The Humboldt County Department of Public Works (F4, F5) and (R3, R4) Responses are to be sent to: The Honorable Judge Kelly L. Neel Humboldt County Superior Court 825 5th Street, Eureka, CA 95501 The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury PO Box 657, Eureka, CA 95502 A Reports issued by the Civil 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.
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