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Adherence to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws requires diligence on the part of public officials; vigilance on the part of those they serve; and good faith on the part of both.

Board of Supervisors Disclaimer Grand Jury reports are based on documentary evidence and the testimony of sworn or admonished witnesses, not on conjecture or opinion. However, the Grand Jury is precluded by law from disclosing such evidence except upon specific approval of the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court, or another judge appointed by the Presiding Judge (Penal Code Section 911, 924.1 (a) and 929). Similarly, the Grand Jury is precluded by law from disclosing the identity of witnesses except upon an order of the court for narrowly defined purposes (Penal Code Section 924.2 and 929). • . Fire/Ambulance Services City Manager 559/591-5904 559/591-5931 Parks & Community Services City Attomey 559/437-1770 559/591-5940 Administrative Services Police Services 559/591-5900 559/591-5914 Together, A Better Community Development Services Public Works Services 559/591-5906 559/591-5924 CALIFORNIA • 1906 June 18, 2015 To: The Honorable Judge Bret Hillman Tulare County Grand Jury From: City of Dinuba City Council Subject: Tulare County Grand Jury Report: Transparency - Open Meeting Law Thank you for your interest in the City of Dinuba. The Tulare County Grand Jury provided a report to the City of Dinuba City Council titled "Transparency - Open Meeting Law" and, requires a response. In regard to the City of Dinuba's practices concerning the recent 2014-2015 Tulare County Grand Jury Report, here is the "City's" response: FINDINGS F1: Adherence to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws requires diligence on the part of public officials; vigilance on the part of those they serve; and good faith on the part of both. The City of Dinuba City Council agrees with the finding.

A complete copy of the agenda packet for the City Council, Board of Public Utilities and Planning Commission [the three major decision making authorities for the City] are available for public viewing at their respective meetings. D)ECEIVE 6-8-2015 Fax 559.366-1701 559.684.4200 411 East Kern Avenue Tulare, California 93274

737-4378 fá. Human Resources (559) 733-6306 fax (559) 627-4670 Instructional Services (559) 733-6328 fax (559) 737-4378 Special Services (559) 730-2910 fax (559) 730-2511 ---- June 26, 2015 The Honorable Judge Hillman Tulare County Grand Jury County Civic Center, Room 303 5963 S. Mooney Boulevard 221 S. Mooney Boulevard Visalia CA 93277 Visalia CA 93291 Tulare County Board of Supervisors 2800 W. Burrel Ave Visalia CA 93291 Written Response of the Tulare County Office of Education pursuant to Subject: California Penal Code § 933(c) Report Name: Transparency - Open Meeting Law FINDINGS F1. Adherence to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws required diligence on the part of public officials; vigilance on the part of those they serve; and good faith on the part of both.

N. Church St., Suite B, Visalia, CA 93291 Phone: (559) 623-0450 FAX: (559) 733-6720 C COMMISSIONERS: 0 Juliet Allen, Chair Rudy Mendoza, V-Chair Allen Ishida Cameron Hamilton Steve Worthley June 10, 2015 ALTERNATES: Mike Ennis TO: The Honorable Judge Bret Hillman Dennis Mederos Tulare County Grand Jury Craig Ve/voda Tulare County Board of Supervisors EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Ben Giuliani FROM: Tulare County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) SUBJECT: Tulare County Grand Jury Report: "Transparency - Open Meeting Law" On May 26th, 2015 the Tulare County Grand Jury provided a report to Tulare County LAFCo titled "Transparency - Open Meeting Law". The Grand Jury, pursuant to California Penal Code §933(c) LAFCo by July 13th, 2015. Tulare County LAFCo required a response from Tulare County reviewed the Grand Jury report at its June 10th, 2015 meeting. The following are LAFCo's responses: Findings F1. Adherence to the provisions of California's "open meetings" law requires diligence on the part of public officials; vigilance on the part of those they serve; and good faith on the part of both. Tulare County LAFCo agrees with this finding. Recommendations R1. All Tulare County public agencies strictly adhere to the provisions of California open meetings law. Tulare County LAFCo agrees with this finding. R2. All elected/appointed members of Tulare County special districts, school boards, planning commissions, etc. participate in Tulare County Counsel's annual board training. Tulare County LAFCo partially agrees with this finding. School boards and planning commissions are not in the purview of LAFCo. Also, special district board members will have varying levels of knowledge regarding open meetings law and all may not need training. However, the Tulare County Counsel's annual board training is a valuable resource for those that need it. R3. The eight incorporated cities in Tulare County convey the findings of this report to all public boards within their jurisdiction. Tulare County LAFCo neither agrees nor disagrees with this finding. This finding is not in the purview of LAFCo. R4. Tulare County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) convey the findings of this report to all public boards within their jurisdiction. Tulare County LAFCo will convey the findings of this Grand Jury report to all special districts for which Tulare County LAFCo is the principal county. R5. Tulare County Office of Education (TCOE) convey the findings of this report to all school districts within their jurisdiction. Tulare County LAFCo neither agrees nor disagrees with this finding. This finding is not in the purview of LAFCo. If there are any questions regarding this response, please contact me at 623-0450 or [email protected]. Sincerely, the birt Ben Giuliani Executive Officer Tulare County Local Agency Formation Commission Cc: Tulare County Office of Education The eight incorporated cities in Tulare County ( Tulare County Office of Education Committed to Students, Support and Service June 25, 2015 Jim Vidak County Superintendent of Schools Tulare County Board of Supervisors The Honorable Judge Hillman 2800 W. Burrel Avenue County Civic Center, Room 303 2637 W. Burrel Ave. Visalia CA 93291 221 South Mooney Boulevard P.O. Box 5091 Visalia CA 93291 Visalia, California 93278-5091 Tulare County Grand Jury (559) 733-6300 5963 South Mooney Boulevard www.tcoe.org Visalia CA 93277 RESPONSES TO 2015 TULARE COUNTY GRAND JURY REPORTS Administration (559) 733-6301 Enclosed is the following: fax (559) 627-5219 Transparency - Open Meeting Law 1. Business Services (559) 733-6312 59) 737-4378 ŤΕ We extend our gratitude to the Tulare County Grand Jury for their diligent efforts in compiling these reports. Our responses to your recommendations include information gained through extensive research. Human Resources (559) 733-6306 fax (559) 627-4670 If I can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Instructional 1.00 Services (559) 733-6328 fax (559) 737-4378 Jim Vidak Tylare County Superintendent of Schools Special Services (559) 730-2910 JV:mm fax (559) 730-2511 Enclosure June 26, 2015 The Honorable Judge S. Mooney Boulevard County Civic Center, Room 303 Visalia CA 93277 221 S. Mooney Boulevard Visalia CA 93291 Tulare County Board of Supervisors 2800 W. Burrel Ave Visalia CA 93291 Written Response of the Tulare County Office of Education pursuant to Subject: California Penal Code § 933(c) Report Name: Transparency - Open Meeting Law FINDINGS F1. Adherence to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws required diligence on the part of public officials; vigilance on the part of those they serve; and good faith on the part of both. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools agree with this finding. RECOMMENDATIONS R1. All Tulare County public agencies strictly adhere to the provisions of California open meeting laws. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools currently adheres to and will continue to adhere to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws as according to The Brown Act. We will make note of your recommendation suggested. Once again, we extend our gratitude to the Tulare County Grand Jury for their diligent efforts in compiling these findings and recommendations. PECEIVE Tulare County Office of Education Committed to Students, Support and Service Jim Vidak County Superintendent of Schools Tulare County Grand Jury TO: 2637 W. Burrel Ave. Marlene Moreno, Administrative Assistant to FROM: P.O. Box 5091 Superintendent Jim Vidak Visalia, California 93278-5091 July 15, 2015 DATE: Corrected Grand Jury Report Response to: RE: (559) 733-6300 Transparency - Open Meeting Law www.tcoe.org Attached you will find a corrected Response to the Grand Jury Report: Transparency - Administration Open Meeting Law. I failed to enclose the correct edited copy when I mailed the (559) 733-6301 fax (559) 627-5219 response on Monday, July 13, 2015. Please accept my apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Business Services (5EM 733-6312 Thank you. 59) 737-4378 fá. Human Resources (559) 733-6306 fax (559) 627-4670 Instructional Services (559) 733-6328 fax (559) 737-4378 Special Services (559) 730-2910 fax (559) 730-2511 ---- June 26, 2015 The Honorable Judge Hillman Tulare County Grand Jury County Civic Center, Room 303 5963 S. Mooney Boulevard 221 S. Mooney Boulevard Visalia CA 93277 Visalia CA 93291 Tulare County Board of Supervisors 2800 W. Burrel Ave Visalia CA 93291 Written Response of the Tulare County Office of Education pursuant to Subject: California Penal Code § 933(c) Report Name: Transparency - Open Meeting Law FINDINGS F1. Adherence to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws required diligence on the part of public officials; vigilance on the part of those they serve; and good faith on the part of both. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools agree with this finding. RECOMMENDATIONS R1. All Tulare County public agencies strictly adhere to the provisions of California open meeting laws. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools currently adheres to and will continue to adhere to the provisions of California's "open meetings" laws as according to The Brown Act. R2. All elected/Appointed members of Tulare County special districts, school boards, planning commissions, etc. participate in Tulare County Counsel's annual board training. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools agree with this finding because we lack sufficient information or belief to the contrary. R3. The eight incorporated cities in Tulare County convey the findings of this report to all public boards within their jurisdiction. 1000 Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of - Schools agree with this finding because we lack sufficient information or belief to the contrary. R4. Tulare County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) convey the findings of this report to all the agencies within their jurisdiction. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools agree with this finding because we lack sufficient information or belief to the contrary. R5. Tulare County Office of Education (TCOE) convey the findings of this report to all the school districts within their jurisdiction. Response: The Tulare County Office of Education and County Superintendent of Schools will convey the findings of this report to all school districts within the Tulare County jurisdiction. We will make note of your recommendation suggested. Once again, we extend our gratitude to the Tulare County Grand Jury for their diligent efforts in compiling these findings and recommendations.