Humboldt County Grand Jury
• 2017-2018
• Agency Response
Response to:
Is Measure Z Measuring Up
Humboldt County Water Quality at the Water’s Edge
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Findings and Recommendations 2 findings
F1
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The Board agrees with the findings: F1 and F2.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
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The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors direct the Humboldt County Department of Health and Human Services to seek and apply for grants to fund studies in upstream locations to help pinpoint animal and vegetation sources of contamination. Response: Recommendation R1 is being implemented. The North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board’s (NCRWQCB) project is currently assessing Humboldt County water quality. Should NCRWQCB’s assessment indicate a need for additional study of upstream water sources, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has identified potential grant funding opportunities, and will apply for additional funding upon such time as it is warranted.
F2
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The Board and DHHS agree with the findings: F3, F4, and F5.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
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The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury recommends that the Board of Supervisors publicly commend the Humboldt County Public Health Laboratory for its outstanding work in the development of tools to determine the sources of pollution in our streams and our beaches. Response: Recommendation R2 has not been implemented, but is under consideration and may be implemented in the future. The Director of the Department of Health and Human Services may prepare and submit an agenda item to the Board, recommending a proclamation to commend the Public Health Laboratory.