Mendocino County Grand Jury
• 2015-2016
• Agency Response
City of Point Arena Code Enforcement?
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Findings and Recommendations 5 findings
F1
The City of Point Arena has no effective system in place for code enforcement, thereby placing its residents at risk for their health and safety.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The County could provide effective code enforcement services for the City via contract.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
Certain Councilmembers are currently in direct violation of the City Municipal Code regarding land use and zoning, as well as required protocols for providing direction to City staff, and thereby are in violation of their oaths of office.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
The City has been inconsistent in code enforcement, providing preferential treatment for City Councilmembers, while adhering more strictly to the code in the case of some members of the public.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Office of the DA is proceeding appropriately and commendably in it’s filing of criminal charges against the Councilmember and partner for allegedly violating State and County statutes and codes. City of Point Arena Oath of Office. Published 4/12/16 -2016 RECOMMENDATIONS The Grand Jury recommends that:
No recommendations for this finding