6 responses to findings and recommendations
R1
General Services should obtain a current cost estimate for the replacement of the air conditioning system in the old section of the Sutter County Jail by December 1, 2023. (F3).
Response: Implemented
Due: December 1, 2023
Scheduled: within 60 days
Score: 0
The Sheriffs Office sought inlormation for a comprehensive staffing analysis for the entire office. Regretfully, the cost was prohibitive so the Sheriff is exploring other options that may be more affordable. With the opening of the AB900 jail expansion project, there has been approx. 11,000 additional square feet of space that needs to be maintained. This includes inmate housing, a new jail medical, and kitchen renovations. The Sheriffs Office recognized additional resources would be needed but further analysis is needed to determine appropriate staffrng levels. The Sheriffs Office did add on...
F2
Response: The Sheriff's Office appreciates the Grand Jury's acknowledgement of our efforts to recruit and hire qualified personnel to provide public safety services. The Board of Supervisors have shown their support through salary increases and this has allowed the Sheriff's Office to stay competitive in the job market. The Sheriff's Office is committed to creating an environment where candidates will feel valued and want to be part of a great organization. We will continue our recruitment effor...
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Sheriffs Ofhce agrees with the finding
F3
Lack ofoverhead netting in the medium security exercise yards. F3 Response: The Sherifls Office agrees there is no netting over the exercise yards at the medium security facility. F{ The current search method for contraband has proven to be inadequate. F4 Resoonse: The Sheriffs Office agrees with the finding and have already taken steps to improve in this area. 1077 Civic Center Boulevard, Yuba City, CA 95993 Phone 530.822.73O7 Fax 530.822.7318
SUTTER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE BRANDON BARNES SHERIFF _ CORONER F5 The laundry room has no surveillanc...
R2
Board of Supervisors should research, identify, and begin funding the capital improvement fund for the new cooling system for Sutter County Jail by June 30, 2024. (F3).
Response: Implemented
Due: June 30, 2024
Scheduled: within 60 days
Score: 0
The Sutter County Sheriff s Office is committed to ensuring best practices for safety and security ofthejail. To that end, we previously identified the benefits of a firll body scanner and researched various options. The Sheriff requested a body scanner as part of the FY 20121 budget package, which has been approved. The purchase of the scanner is being paid out ofspecial revenue funding, so there will be no general fund impact for the purchase. It is the hope ofthe Sheriffs Office to purchase the scanner as soon as September of 2020. R3 The Sutter County Sheriffs Department should purchase an...
F3
The current evaporative cooling system in the older section of the jail is not adequate, creating unsafe working conditions for the jail staff and unsafe living conditions for the inmates.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Sheriffs Ofhce agrees with the finding
F3
Lack ofoverhead netting in the medium security exercise yards.
R3
Board of Supervisors should create a Public Safety Grant Writing position to research possible funding for the facility improvements via grants by June 20, 2024. (F4).
Response: Implemented
Due: June 20, 2024
Scheduled: within 60 days
Score: 0
Lack ofoverhead netting in the medium security exercise yards. F3 Response: The Sherifls Office agrees there is no netting over the exercise yards at the medium security facility. F{ The current search method for contraband has proven to be inadequate. F4 Resoonse: The Sheriffs Office agrees with the finding and have already taken steps to improve in this area. 1077 Civic Center Boulevard, Yuba City, CA 95993 Phone 530.822.73O7 Fax 530.822.7318
SUTTER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE BRANDON BARNES SHERIFF _ CORONER F5 The laundry room has no surveillance cameras present. F5 Resnonse: The Sheriffs Oft...
F4
Sutter County has secured grant funds through the grant writing functions of the Development Officer position (libraries and museums) that well exceed the cost of this position.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The Sheriffs Office sought inlormation for a comprehensive staffing analysis for the entire office. Regretfully, the cost was prohibitive so the Sheriff is exploring other options that may be more affordable. With the opening of the AB900 jail expansion project, there has been approx. 11,000 additional square feet of space that needs to be maintained. This includes inmate housing, a new jail medical, and kitchen renovations. The Sheriffs Office recognized additional resources would be needed but further analysis is needed to determine appropriate staffrng levels. The Sheriffs Office did add on...
