San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury • 2019-2020

County of SAN Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors Agenda Item Transmittal (1) Department (2) Meeting Date (3)

Published: August 20, 2019 12 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 2 findings

F13
The PHF has made minor upgrades to its small, antiquated facility. Response: We disagree partially with the finding. The County has invested significant work and funding into updating the Psychiatric Health Facility over the past year. Updates include painting, updated lighting, updated security camera system and a secure sally-port entry to allow safe entry to the facility.
No recommendations for this finding
F14
According to the Sheriff's office, placing a deputy at the PHF is not an option because of existing county policies and procedures. Response: We disagree partially with this finding. Placing a deputy in the PHF is not an option due to state rules and condition of our licensure. The Health Agency is in the process of securing unarmed security guards for the facility to increase the safety of both patients and staff.
No recommendations for this finding

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