San Diego County Grand Jury
• 2014-2015
Back-country Fire Protection Where We Are Today
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Findings 2 findings
F01
San Diego County significantly increased its ability to fight fires in the backcountry since the 2003 and 2007 wildfires. Fact: Thirteen (13) backcountry fire agencies representing approximately 22% of the unincorporated area of the county have not agreed to consolidate or enter into agreements with the County Fire Authority. Fact: Back-country fire agencies are typically not staffed to perform certain specialized services such as purchasing and contracting, vehicle maintenance, business services, etc., that could be performed more effectively by the County. Fact: The May 2014 Cocos fire identified a problem with water availability from backcountry fire hydrants that could have been corrected before the fire. Fact: The May 2014 San Diego County Wildfires After-Action Report lists problems with communications.
F02
The County Fire Authority still has work to do to complete the reorganization and improve backcountry firefighting capability. COMMENDATION The 2014/2015 San Diego County Grand Jury commends the San Diego County Board of Supervisors and the Chief Administrative Officer for making significant improvements to date in the ability of the County to fight fires in the unincorporated areas while at the same time minimizing the cost to taxpayers.
Recommendations 2
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15-03Page 5Consolidate or establish agreements between the County Fire
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15-04Page 5Identify and offer specialized services (such as vehicle maintenance,
Commendations 1
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CM1The 2014/2015 San Diego County Grand Jury commends the San Diego County Board of Supervisors and the Chief Administrative Officer for making significant improvements to date in the ability of the County to fight fires in the unincorporated areas while at the same time minimizing the cost to taxpayers.
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