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Merced County Grand Jury • 2016-2017

Merced County Homeless Population – How Law Enforcement Can Affect Services

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Findings 3 findings

F1 Page 23

That because there are no bathroom facilities for the homeless, businesses within the county continue to have issues with the homeless urinating and defecating on their property.

F2 Page 23

That certain jurisdictions are taking effective measures to alleviate homelessness, including, special training for law enforcement, housing services, and hygiene resources. Notwithstanding such efforts, some communities still lack resources for the homeless.

F3 Page 23

That the Grand Jury commends Bethany Community Church and Los Banos Memorial Hospital for their commitment and action in providing portable showers and restrooms for the homeless population in the City of Los Banos.

Recommendations 3

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That communities within Merced County implement a plan to provide and maintain portable restrooms and showers for the homeless.
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That all county and community law enforcement agencies provide special training for officers to effectively interact with the homeless.
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That all county and community law enforcement agencies be provided with informational materials on assistance programs for distribution to the homeless. REQUEST FOR RESPONSE(S) Pursuant to Penal Code Section 933.05, the following responses are required: • Merced County Board of Supervisors respond to F1-F2 and R1-R3