Score: +11
(13/6/2)
Mendocino County Grand Jury
• 2018-2019
Measure B Mental Health Treatment Act…Where Are We?
Published: June 19, 2019
6 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 7 findings
F1
Mendocino County does not have a dedicated CSU, CRT or PHF at this time.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The Committee meets for two hours each month.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
The Committee has identified three potential sites for the CSU, CRT and PHF; however, no site has been chosen by the BOS.
Related Recommendations (4)
R1
the Committee form two ad hoc committees, one focusing on site location and construction and the other on operations and treatment,
R2
the Committee can address policies, procedures and job descriptions during construction,
R3
the BOS prepare and publicize a plan with goals and timelines for the completion of the CSU, CRT and PHF, e.g. Mendocino County website and local news media,
R4
the BOS’ priority should be planning and construction of the three facilities. RESPONSES Pursuant to Penal Code §933.05, responses are required from the following individual(s): From the following governing bodies: Board of Supervisors (F1-F7 and R1-R4) The governing bodies indicated above should be aware that the comment or response of the governing body must be conducted subject to the notice, agenda and open meeting requirements of the Brown Act. 5
F4
All recommendations by the Committee must be approved by the BOS.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Committee recommended, and the BOS approved, hiring a project manager.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
Two additional MOPS were recommended by the Committee.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
The eleven-member committee can be unwieldy with its variety of perspectives, opinions and expertise.
No recommendations for this finding
Agency Responses 3
Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.
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Mendocino County Board of Supervisors
August 22, 2019
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13 pages
• 10 responses
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Score: +4
(+6, 2, -2)
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10 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Mendocino County does not have a dedicated CSU, CRT or PHF at this time.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the Findings numbered: F1, F3, F4, F5, F6 <math>\boxtimes</math> I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the Findings numbered below, and have attached a statement specifying any portion of the Finding that are disputed with an explanation of the reasons therefore.
R1
the Committee form two ad hoc committees, one focusing on site location and construction and the other on operations and treatment,
Response: Will Not Implement
Scheduled: FY 2022-23
Score: -1
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The Committee form two ad hoc committees, one focusing on site location and construction and the other on operations and treatment. The Board of Supervisors will not implement this recommendation as it is not within the purview of the Board to determine how the Committee uses its time. However, the Board recommends that the Committee carefully review Measure B as adopted by the voters to determine the appropriate extent of the duties of the Committee.
R2.
The Committee can address policies, procedures and job descriptions during construction. The Board of Supervisors will not implement th...
F2
The Committee meets for two hours each month.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Committee meets for two hours each month. The Board of Supervisors partially disagrees with this finding. The Measure B Committee is scheduled to meet every month but at least one meeting has been canceled and special meetings may be added.
R2
the Committee can address policies, procedures and job descriptions during construction,
Response: Will Not Implement
Scheduled: FY 2022-23
Score: -1
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The Committee can address policies, procedures and job descriptions during construction. The Board of Supervisors will not implement this recommendation as it is not within the purview of the Board to determine how the Committee ought to use its time. However, the Board recommends the Committee carefully review Measure B as adopted by the voters to determine the appropriate extent of the duties of the Committee.
R3.
The BOS prepare and publicize a plan with goals and timelines for the completion of the CSU, CRT and PHF, e.g. Mendocino County website and local news media. The Board of Supe...
F3
The Committee has identified three potential sites for the CSU, CRT and PHF; however, no site has been chosen by the BOS.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the Findings numbered: F1, F3, F4, F5, F6 <math>\boxtimes</math> I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the Findings numbered below, and have attached a statement specifying any portion of the Finding that are disputed with an explanation of the reasons therefore.
R3
the BOS prepare and publicize a plan with goals and timelines for the completion of the CSU, CRT and PHF, e.g. Mendocino County website and local news media,
Response: Will Implement
Scheduled: FY 2022-23
Score: +1
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The BOS prepare and publicize a plan with goals and timelines for the completion of the CSU, CRT and PHF, e.g. Mendocino County website and local news media. The Board of Supervisors agrees with this recommendation which will be implemented on an ongoing basis although timelines are somewhat contingent on the pace of recommendations from the Committee. As suggested in the Discussion section of this response, the Board believes the Kemper Report's recommendations provide the outline of a plan not only for development of crisis facilities and a training center, but also for the full spectrum ...
F4
All recommendations by the Committee must be approved by the BOS.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the Findings numbered: F1, F3, F4, F5, F6 <math>\boxtimes</math> I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the Findings numbered below, and have attached a statement specifying any portion of the Finding that are disputed with an explanation of the reasons therefore.
F5
The Committee recommended, and the BOS approved, hiring a project manager.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the Findings numbered: F1, F3, F4, F5, F6 <math>\boxtimes</math> I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the Findings numbered below, and have attached a statement specifying any portion of the Finding that are disputed with an explanation of the reasons therefore.
F6
Two additional MOPS were recommended by the Committee.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the Findings numbered: F1, F3, F4, F5, F6 <math>\boxtimes</math> I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the Findings numbered below, and have attached a statement specifying any portion of the Finding that are disputed with an explanation of the reasons therefore.
F7
The eleven-member committee can be unwieldy with its variety of perspectives, opinions and expertise.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The eleven-member committee can be unwieldy with its variety of perspectives, opinions and expertise. The Board of Supervisors partially disagrees with this finding in that it is a statement of opinion and not a finding of fact. Response to Recommendations:
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Mendocino County Board of Supervisors
May 31, 2019
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9 pages
• 10 responses
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Score: +6
(+6, 3, 0)
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10 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Mendocino County does not have a dedicated CSU, CRT or PHF at this time.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Grand Jury cites concerns "...addressing the issue of whether the CEO was exceeding her authority in determining and implementing polices that govern the County." The Grand Jury correctly notes "...the primary mission of the BOS is to establish policies by which the County is to be administered." The Grand Jury also cites Section 2.28.010 (B) of Ordinance No. 4182, which states the CEO is expected to "... exercise overall responsibility for sound and effective management of county government pursuant to board policy and adopted budget ... " However, the Grand Jury apparently overlooks the ...
R1
the Committee form two ad hoc committees, one focusing on site location and construction and the other on operations and treatment,
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
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Strategic goals should be formulated by the BOS each year, prioritized and posted on the BOS page of the County website. The Board of Supervisors agrees with this recommendation which will be implemented as resources allow. The Board directed on 12/11/18 that staff prepare "a strategic planning item" but this has not yet occurred due to the press of urgent business before the Board. In the meantime, the Board continues to identify and prioritize individual items. As stated in the Board response to F1, there is a great deal of information related to the strategic goals of the County but the ...
F2
The Committee meets for two hours each month.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the CEO of Mendocino County. The Board of Supervisors disagrees partially with this finding and incorporates by reference the response of the CEO to F2.
R2
the Committee can address policies, procedures and job descriptions during construction,
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
R2, R5, R6, R8 <math>\boxtimes</math> The following Recommendation(s) have not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future; attached, as required, is a time frame for implementation: R1, R4, R11, R12
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The following Recommendation(s) require further analysis, and attached, as required, is an explanation and the scope and parameters of the planned analysis, and a time frame for the matter to be prepared, discussed and approved by the officer and/or director of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed: (This time fram...
F3
The Committee has identified three potential sites for the CSU, CRT and PHF; however, no site has been chosen by the BOS.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The Board of Supervisors disagrees partially with this finding and incorporates by reference the response of the CEO to F3.
F4
All recommendations by the Committee must be approved by the BOS.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The BOS needs to include expectations for completion at the time directives are given to the CEO. The BOS agrees with this recommendation which will be implemented upon the issuance of new directives and formation of new ad hoc committees.
R4
the BOS’ priority should be planning and construction of the three facilities. RESPONSES Pursuant to Penal Code §933.05, responses are required from the following individual(s): From the following governing bodies: Board of Supervisors (F1-F7 and R1-R4) The governing bodies indicated above should be aware that the comment or response of the governing body must be conducted subject to the notice, agenda and open meeting requirements of the Brown Act. 5
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
The BOS needs to include expectations for completion at the time directives are given to the CEO. The BOS agrees with this recommendation which will be implemented upon the issuance of new directives and formation of new ad hoc committees.
F5
The Committee recommended, and the BOS approved, hiring a project manager.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
In addition, members of the public may request that the items be pulled from the consent calendar.
R9.
The BOS minutes should include the name of the speaker and the issue raised during public expression. This recommendation will not be implemented as it is not warranted. As stated in the CEO response to this recommendation, in 2009, the Board directed an action only format for the minutes. This was implemented in part as a cost saving measure due to the length of time it takes to prepare narrative minutes. Likewise, it can be difficult to accurately and concisely capture the essence of indi...
F6
Two additional MOPS were recommended by the Committee.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the Findings numbered: F1, F6, F8, F9 <math>\boxtimes</math> I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the Findings numbered below, and have attached a statement specifying any portion of the Finding that are disputed with an explanation of the reasons therefore.
F7
The eleven-member committee can be unwieldy with its variety of perspectives, opinions and expertise.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
, the public has numerous opportunities to interact with their Supervisor as well as other members of the Board. Any Supervisor may choose to hold formal or informal meetings at their discretion, and in fact do.
R11. The BOS page of the County website should contain an embedded complaint/issue form that requires sender contact information sent directly to the individual Supervisor. The Board of Supervisors agrees with this recommendation which will be implemented as soon as the appropriate form is developed and the website updated. Please refer to the CEO
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Mendocino County CEO
April 03, 2019
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6 pages
• 5 responses
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Score: +1
(+1, 1, 0)
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5 responses to findings and recommendations
F2
The Committee meets for two hours each month.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R3. Determine whether an Assistant CEO position is necessary. If the position is not going to be filled, it should be unfunded. This recommendation has been implemented. Rather than operating with three Deputy CEOs and an Assistant CEO, the CEO is operating with four Deputy CEOs. The Executive Office structure meets the needs of the county and is compatible with the CEO's succession plan. The Assistant CEO position was not budgeted in FY 2019-20. R5. Directive status should include goal, proposed action, funding status and primary agency. Recommendation requires further analysis and Board dire...
R2
the Committee can address policies, procedures and job descriptions during construction,
Response: Implemented
Scheduled: FY 2019-20
Score: 0
. Develop a succession plan for the CEO position. This recommendation has been implemented. The CEO has a succession plan. Please refer to the CEO response to Finding 2. R3. Determine whether an Assistant CEO position is necessary. If the position is not going to be filled, it should be unfunded. This recommendation has been implemented. Rather than operating with three Deputy CEOs and an Assistant CEO, the CEO is operating with four Deputy CEOs. The Executive Office structure meets the needs of the county and is compatible with the CEO's succession plan. The Assistant CEO position was not bud...
F3
The Committee has identified three potential sites for the CSU, CRT and PHF; however, no site has been chosen by the BOS.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agree with the findings numbered: F8 I (we) disagree wholly or partially with the findings numbered: F2, F3, F4, F5 Attach a statement specifying the findings or portions of the findings that are disputed, and include an explanation of the reasons therefor.
F4
All recommendations by the Committee must be approved by the BOS.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R8. The Consent Agenda should not include controversial items, e.g., salary adjustments or cost Overruns. This recommendation has been implemented. The current procedure only allows known noncontroversial items on the consent calendar and there are measures in place should a controversial item be overlooked in the agenda setting process. Please refer to the CEO's
F5
The Committee recommended, and the BOS approved, hiring a project manager.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R9. The BOS minutes should include the name of the speaker and the issue raised during public expression. This recommendation will not be implemented because the recommendation is not legally required and the decision rests with the Board of Supervisors. The Brown Act does not require the Clerk of the Board to detail what is said during public expression/public comment. The Board transitioned from narrative minutes to action only format in 2009, which means the Clerk of the Board only records the actions of the Board. The minutes do include the names of speakers but transcribing public comment...