Santa Barbara County Grand Jury
• 2020-2021
• Agency Response
Santa Barbara County Stations Bill Brown Sheriff - Coroner Headquarters Buellton*
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Findings and Recommendations 2 findings
F1
The Lompoc Police Department needs a Co-Response team dedicated to its geographical area. <b>SBSO Response:</b> Agree
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
That the Lompoc City Council negotiate with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office and the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors on behalf of the Department of Behavioral Wellness to add a Co-Response team dedicated to the Lompoc Valley. <b>SBSO Response:</b> The Sheriff's Office is willing to negotiate with the City of Lompoc for an expansion of these services.
F2
The Lompoc Police Department is short-staffed and has been for a number of years, causing gaps in service. <b>SBSO Response:</b> Agree
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
That the Lompoc City Council explore the option of contracting with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office for targeted support while the Lompoc Police Department returns to full strength. SBSO Response: The Sheriff's office north county co-response team assists the city of Lompoc when available and when requested through mutual aid. If Lompoc had their own designated team (through their department or contract with the Sheriff's Office) more resources could be dedicated to the geographical region which would improve response time, diversion efforts and services to the community.
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