Santa Clara County Grand Jury
• 2006-2007
2006-2007 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury Report Security Deficiencies Threaten Vital Link:
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Findings and Recommendations 3 findings
F1
The CommCenter is vulnerable to threats from terrorism, vandalism, and natural disaster. The loss of the CommCenter would lead to serious harm to the public.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
Approve and implement the security enhancements listed in the Sheriff’s Santa Clara County Communications Threat Assessment Report and the Grand Jury’s Santa Clara County Security Assessment Results, along with the construction of a second access road.
F2
Funding has not been granted to cover all of the security deficiencies listed in the Sheriff’s Santa Clara County Communications Threat Assessment Report and the Grand Jury’s Santa Clara County Security Assessment Results.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
The BOS should approve funding, on an emergency basis, to correct all the security deficiencies identified in the Sheriff’s Santa Clara County Communications Threat Assessment Report and the Grand Jury’s Santa Clara County Communications Center Security Assessment Results, along with funding to construct a second access road.
F3
Although the CommCenter is not accredited for security by any external agency the threat assessment conducted by the Sheriff’s Special Operations Unit is thorough and sufficient in determining site vulnerabilities.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
The BOS should request the Sheriff’s Special Operations Section to conduct an annual Sheriff’s Threat Assessment. This annual report should go to the BOS, the Office of the County Executive, and the Communications Director, County Communications Department. 6
Conclusions 1
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CL1 Page 5The CommCenter is vulnerable to physical damage from terrorism, vandalism, and natural disaster. Loss of the CommCenter would lead to serious harm to the public. This conclusion is based upon on-site security evaluations by the Grand Jury and by the Sheriff’s Special Operations Section. The CommCenter is not held to any external standards for the security of communications centers. Funding for two of the recommended security enhancements has been limited to a grant from an external agency. To date, a funding request to correct a third deficiency has been submitted to the BOS but has not yet been approved. Immediate funding by the BOS to rectify all the security deficiencies is necessary for the protection of this vital asset. Funding by the BOS may enhance the chances of gaining additional funding from grant organizations. 5
No Responses Found 1
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Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
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