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Findings 12 findings
F1
The MCGJ finds that the property within CSA-21, that contains the Cascadel Clubhouse, on four lots within three parcels of land, is owned by the County of Madera.
F2
The MCGJ finds that the County of Madera is currently responsible for upkeep, maintenance, insurance (both property and liability), for those properties noted in F1.
F3
The MCGJ finds the County of Madera does not have an agreement with CSA 21 for road maintenance nor improvement.
F4
The MCGJ finds that currently there is not a multi-year contract in effect between the County and a contractor for mowing and maintenance of the properties.
F5
The MCGJ finds that the area around and adjacent to the Clubhouse, including the land parcels, are a designated “Shelter in Place” zone for the residents in the event of fire blocking egress from Cascadel Woods.
F6
The MCGJ finds that the amount collected from property owners is insufficient to cover the cost of maintenance and expenses currently paid by the County. 7
F7
The MCGJ finds that DSS and CAPMC work well together.
F8
The City of Madera does not follow its Purchasing-Central Supply Mission Statement regarding conflicts of interest.
F9
City administrators and elected officials are doing personal business with the City as private individuals.
F10
The City of Madera shows a lack of transparency towards residents of the City of Madera and the Madera County Grand Jury.
F11
The MCGJ found no labeling of water supply or drain lines to equipment at well site #14.
F12
The City of Chowchilla’s Personnel Rules and Regulations as well as the Public Works Policy and Procedure Manual do not provide direction for employees dealing with water related complaints and entering private dwellings.
Recommendations 12
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R1It is recommended that, within the next year, the property owners within Cascadel Woods (CSA 21), begin to form a legal association, to start the process of returning all properties to their ownership, control, and responsibility, as well as the use of the property at the owners own expense.
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R2It is recommended that the County continue to maintain and insure the subject properties until the transfer of ownership is complete.
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R3It is recommended that Cascadel Woods continue to maintain control of road maintenance.
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R4It is recommended that, when all CSA 21 properties are relinquished from the County of Madera, it would be the responsibility of the new legal association contract, as they find necessary, for all upkeep, mowing, maintenance, and insurance.
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R5It is recommended that the area around and adjacent to the Cascadel Clubhouse, must remain accessible and maintained as a “Shelter in Place” zone.
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R6It is recommended that Madera County find a solution to fund the financial shortage within the next fiscal year.
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R7The MCGJ recommends that CAPMC and DSS continue to have a positive relationship.
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R8The MCGJ recommends the Madera City Council and the Madera City officials immediately review and follow its Purchasing-Central Supply Mission Statement regarding Conflicts of Interest.
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R9The MCGJ recommends that City administrators and elected officials immediately cease doing personal business with the City of Madera. 26
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R10The MCGJ recommends that the City of Madera immediately take steps to restore the trust of the citizens by being more forthcoming and transparent in their cooperation and communication with residents of Madera.
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R11The MCGJ recommends, by September 1, 2019, the Public Works Director implement a standard color code line identification system, including labels, on all appropriate equipment and lines at all well sites.
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R12The MCGJ recommends, by September 1, 2019, the Public Works Director develop, adopt, and implement a policy dealing with water related complaints and entering private dwellings.