Madera County Grand Jury
• 2019-2020
• Agency Response
City of Madera Police Department: Unveiling Truths of Law Enforcement*
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Findings and Recommendations 3 findings
F1
The MCGJ finds that the Madera Police Department works on multiple levels to build and strengthen positive relationships with community members.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
MCGJ recommends that the Madera Police Department continue to foster the relationships within the community through the efforts already in place and be open to the suggestions brought by community groups and individuals. R.2 MCGJ recommends that during Fiscal Year 21/22 currently open positions at the Madera Police Department be filled. R.3 The MCGJ recommends that the Madera Police Department immediately work with the Madera County Board of Supervisors to provide adequate mental health services. Madera Police Department Response to the Madera Grand Jury Recommendations: R.1 The MGJ recommendation has been implemented. The Madera Police Department will continue to build and strengthen positive relationships with community members. The Madera Police Department will continue to foster openness with the community that we serve. R.2 The MGJ recommendation has been implemented. The Madera Police Department has and will continue to fill current unfilled positions. The Madera Police Department has filled nine (9) of the above-mentioned vacancies and we are moving forward with filling the remaining six (6) vacancies. R.3 The MCJ recommendation has been implemented. On 01-08-2021 County Law Enforcement and Mental Health Officials conducted a meeting relating to providing improved mental health services and training. All entities are also perusing a combined grant. All entities are engaged in reoccurring meeting with the goal of improved Mental health services. Sincerely, Dino Lawson Chief of Police 330 South "C" Street, Madera, California 93638 (559) 675-4200 FAX (559) 675-6654
F2
The MCGJ finds there are 15 funded positions that currently are unfilled at the Madera Police Department.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
MCGJ recommends that during Fiscal Year 21/22 currently open positions at the Madera Police Department be filled.
F3
The MCGJ finds that Madera County is not effectively handling the individuals Madera Police Department identifies as having a mental health crisis (5150). Madera Police Department Response to the Madera Grand Jury Findings:
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
The MCGJ recommends that the Madera Police Department immediately work with the Madera County Board of Supervisors to provide adequate mental health services. Madera Police Department Response to the Madera Grand Jury Recommendations:
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