Orange County Grand Jury
• 2023-2024
• Agency Response
Response to:
South Orange County Wastewater Authority
City of Fountain Valley City Hall*
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Findings and Recommendations 5 findings
F1
Mental health training for law enforcement officers in Orange County exceeds the State's requirements, resulting in law enforcement applying these skills to better evaluate and handle mental health calls for service. The City of Fountain Valley agrees with the finding.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Based on its investigation, the 2023-2024 OCGJ has determined that law enforcement agencies throughout Orange County have developed unique techniques to adequately address mental health calls, thus this report does not contain recommendations. The City of Fountain Valley agrees with the recommendation. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Grand Jury report. We hope our answers add to the general understanding of the mental health issues in Orange County. Should you have any questions about this letter, please contact Maggie Le, City Manager, at (714) 593-4410, or at [email protected]. Sincerely, Glenn Grandis Mayor
F2
Law enforcement agencies in Orange County have developed unique ways to deal with mental health calls in their communities based on their particular needs and budgets, enabling law enforcement to better serve their communities. The City of Fountain Valley agrees with the finding. The City of Fountain Valley funds two (2) Community Resource Officer positions to contact and refer persons with mental health needs to wellness resources.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
Law enforcement collaboration with County PERT clinicians and Be Well mobile response units has been an effective tool when responding to mental health calls for service. The City of Fountain Valley agrees with the finding. A member of the Orange County Health Care Agency rides with our Community Resource Officer once a week to conduct PERT follow- ups. 1
No recommendations for this finding
F4
People with mental illness respond more positively to "soft uniformed" police personnel, which can be effective in de-escalating situations. The City of Fountain Valley agrees with the finding.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
Providing follow-up case management is not only necessary but critical for the wellbeing of people experiencing mental health issues. The City of Fountain Valley agrees with the finding.
No recommendations for this finding
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