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Lassen County Grand Jury • 2024-2025

Use of Funds - Measure P Tax Resolution

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Note: Missing finding numbers detected: F5

Findings 5 findings

F1 Page 21

The City of Susanville lacks a strategic plan for the use of Measure P funds.

F2 Page 21

The City of Susanville lacks an EDIP.

F3 Page 21

There is no structure to measure the outcomes of the Economic Development Department.

F4 Page 21

The Economic Development budget is high compared to the community's return on investment. FS. The City of Susanville does not expect any progress within the next 10 years.

F6 Page 21

As of June 12, 2025, Economic Development website provides no current valuable information about the department and/or business and tourism.

Recommendations 7

R1
Page 15

The Susanville City Council should implement strict verification protocols requiring city personnel to supervise each step of the contract and sign off on receipts and invoices to confirm the contractor has provided contracted services.
R2
Page 15

The Susanville City Council should prohibit the repurposing of city property or self-delivery to private properties as an alternative to proper disposal without authorized approval.
R3
Page 15

The Susanville City Council should establish internal audit procedures to review contracts and invoices before payment.
R4
Page 15

The Susanville City Council should introduce policy amendments ensuring Change Orders do not artificially remain below formal bid thresholds. RS. The Susanville City Council should invest in training on writing and supervising contracts. RS. The Susanville City Council should conduct testing to ensure debris are not hazardous.
R5
Page 22

The Economic Development Department should update the Economic Development website on a regular basis.
R6
Page 29

Implement regular reviews of case processing times, adequacy of evidence submitted, and prosecution outcomes. Publish annual reports to provide transparency and accountability to the public. 26
R7
Page 15

The LCCGJ recommends that the District Attorney consider referring this matter to the appropriate investigative and prosecutorial agency.