El Dorado County Grand Jury
• 2004-2005
• Agency Response
Response to:
Public Buildings and Property
Public Buildings and Property
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Recommendations 16
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R1bPage 2: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. Staff within General Services have met with representatives from Mental Health and both departments agree that the current space meets the needs of this program, but would be greatly enhanced with improvements to the floorplan. The
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R2bPage 3: The recommendation has been implemented. The department contracts with a private company for the provision of janitorial services at this location. The Mental Health Department is considering increasing the frequency of service, and will be working with the vendor to ensure compliance with the contract. 3a.
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R3bPage 3: The recommendation requires further analysis. Although the respondent agrees with the
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R4bPage 3: The recommendation has been implemented. 5a.
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R5bPage 3: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The Mental Health Department has expressed that their staff and program clients can manage these items without additional storage. Mental Health is working to get the tires moved to DOT. The facility was recently inspected by the State during a site visit, and passed. 6a.
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R6bPage 4: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. The Department of General Services will meet with the Department of Mental Health and the landlord in an effort to resolve the issues associated with the buildup of ice and snow on the roof and walkways prior to winter storms (less than 6 months). 7a.
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R7bPage 4: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. Staff within General Services will arrange to meet with the landlord and make the necessary repairs to the front door. Work to be completed within the next three months. 8a.
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R8aPage 4: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. The Department of General Services will notify the landlord of the problem with the current condition of the roof and gutter and make arrangements with the landlord to have the area repaired. Work to be completed within the next six months. 9a.
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R9bPage 5: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. Staff within General Services will meet with the landlord in an effort to improve the heating and air circulation within this building. These efforts will be coordinated with the Department of Mental Health and every effort will be made to make improvements to the system. These actions will occur within the next 90 days. 10a.
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R10bPage 5: The recommendation has been implemented. The subject work, mold abatement, was completed in April 2005. Testing for the presence of mold has been completed. Results indicate that mold has been abated. MENTAL HEALTH and PUBLIC HEALTH BUILDINGS – Placerville 11a.
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R11bPage 5: The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. This is a leased facility. Staff within the Department of General Services have met with the landlord and plans are currently in place to replace the subject carpet, together with the painting of a portion of the interior of the building. Anticipated completion date of this work is 4 months from the date of this resposne. 12a.
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R12bPage 6: The recommendation has been implemented. The replacement of the signs has been completed and staff was informed of the need to keep the fire exits clear. These activities were completed during the month of May 2005. The performance of unannounced periodic inspections by the Fire Marshall are subject to the discretion of that individual and are out of the control of County staff. 13a.
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R13bPage 6: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The building on Mallard Lane is referred to as the “annex”. It is the physical location for day rehabilitation and case management services, both of which can occur on and off site in the course of any work day. While the building is generally open and occupied during normal business hours, this is not always the case. Staff may be transporting clients to or from the facility or be providing case management services in the community. In addition, even if staff members are working in the building, there is not necessarily a receptionist at the front desk if clients are not expected. Participating clients and their families are well aware of this, and there have been no reported problems or complaints during the more than 13 years that this location has been in operation. Administrative offices, clinic reception, and crisis services are all located at the Placerville Drive site, which is always open and accessible during business hours. 14a.
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R15bPage 7: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The encroachment of Robin Court with Tunnel Street has adequate sight distance, surfacing and width. It meets County and/or City Standards. There exists a short section of Robin Court that has a narrow width, approximately 15 feet. That portion of the road provides access to the Spring Street Facility together with three private residences. Traffic from the Spring Street Facility is directional, one way, while traffic from the residences is in both directions. The area in question, the narrow portion, is limited in length. In an effort to limit the volume of two way traffic, a directional traffic sign, indicating “one way” and/or “do not enter” will be placed at the beginning of the County parking lot, which will help to further limit traffic volumes on this narrow section of roadway. Sign to be in place of this response. 16a.
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R16bPage 7: The recommendation has not yet been implemented , but will be implemented in the future. Staff within General Services will provide upgrades and additions to the markings of the emergency shut-off valves and sub-panels. This work will be completed of this response. ANIMAL CONTROL – South Lake Tahoe 17a.
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R17bPage 7: The recommendation has been implemented. Staff within General Services have made every effort to complete the improvements as soon as possible. Anticipated completion date is midyear 2006. JUVENILE HALL – Placerville / South Lake Tahoe 18a.