2010 to 2011 Civil Grand Jury Final Report

The Committee found that each department performs the functions as if it were a separate and independent organization.

Central Services is referenced in the budget, however funds are for Mail Room operation only. 2010-2011 Lake County Civil Grand Jury Government Services Committee

There is no Central Services function or operation within the County.

Co-mingling of MHSA funds with the county general funds is occurring, which is contrary to state law.

Vandalism has been on the rise in Lake County parks and facilities. Although the County often tries to get restitution or establish alternative work programs for captured offenders, committee members were informed that work programs often end up being ineffective.

The Public Services Director stated that the Sheriff’s Department is increasing patrol activities around parks in order to combat this vandalism.

Based on recommendations of the 2009/2010 Grand Jury, the Public Services Department is installing soap dispensers and hand blow dryers in County park restrooms. Unless County residents treat these new facility improvements with respect, the Public Services Director is not optimistic about their longevity. According to the Director, the park rest rooms are cleaned at least twice every day. In spite of this, the Director still receives complaints about unsanitary conditions in public restrooms.

The Public Services Director stated that previously illegal dumping was not aggressively prosecuted. The Public Services Director expressed optimism that Lake County Code Section 9-5.2, which states that illegal dumping is punishable by a fine or thirty days in jail, will be aggressively enforced by the Sheriff’s Department and the Office of the Lake County District Attorney. 2010-2011 Lake County Civil Grand Jury Public Services Committee