Score: +4 (4/1/0)

Stanislaus County Grand Jury • 2009-2010

Correctional Facilities Inspections Civil Grand Jury Case No. 10-47gj

Published: November 02, 2009 9 pages

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Findings and Recommendations 8 findings

F1

This facility needs to be replaced.

Related Recommendations (1)

R1

Replace the existing jail facility with a larger, more modern facility.

F2

The humidity in the jail was overwhelming.

No recommendations for this finding

F3

The video monitoring/recording system needs to be capable of recording continuously.

Related Recommendations (3)

R2

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

R3

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

R4

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

F4

The medical and dental service appears to be adequate. 2

No recommendations for this finding

F5

The use of closed circuit television for arraignments is both a cost-savings and safety benefit as it keeps more deputies available for security purposes at the Public Safety Center. 4

No recommendations for this finding

F6

The annual mental health training appears to be beneficial.

No recommendations for this finding

F7

The facility keeps appropriate records regarding any discharge of weapons.

No recommendations for this finding

F8

The video monitoring/recording system needs to be capable of recording continuously.

Related Recommendations (3)

R2

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

R3

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

R4

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

Agency Responses 1

Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.

Sheriff

June 30, 2010 • 6 pages • 5 responses • Score: +4 (+4, 1, 0) View Details ▾

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5 responses to findings and recommendations

F1

This facility needs to be replaced.

Response: Agree Score: +1

This facility needs to be replaced. <b>Response</b>: The respondent agrees with the finding. The updated Public Safety Center Jail Needs Assessment and Public Safety Service Master Plan submitted to the county Board of Supervisors on June 26, 2007 indicated there is a significant shortage of adult detention beds to meet today's public safety needs and demands. In addition to meeting growth demands, two of the three adult detention facilities, the Men's Jail and the Honor Farm, should be considered for replacement. The funding is not currently available to build more bed space, which could allo...

F2

The humidity in the jail was overwhelming.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The humidity in the jail was overwhelming. <b>Response:</b> The respondent agrees with the finding. Stanislaus 250 East Hackett Rd. • Modesto, CA 95358 (209) 525-7216 • FAX (209) 525-7106 www.StanislausSheriff.com STRIVING TO BE THE BEST Re: Response to Civil Grand Jury Report 10-47GJ Page 2 of 6 The age and design of the facility make replacement of the air conditioning system prohibitive. Bids are currently being sought to make improvements to an outdated air conditioning system.

F3

The video monitoring/recording system needs to be capable of recording continuously.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The video monitoring/recording system needs to be capable of recording continuously. <b>Response:</b> The respondent agrees with the finding. California Government Code Section 34090.6 states that recordings of routine video monitoring must be retained for at least one year. With the large number of cameras inside the facility, the storage capacity required to retain all recordings for one year is cost prohibitive.

F4

The medical and dental service appears to be adequate. 2

Response: Agree Score: +1

The medical and dental service appears to be adequate. <b>Response</b>: The respondent agrees with the finding. <b>Stanislaus County Main Jail Recommendations:</b> R1. Replace the existing facility with a larger, more modern facility. <b>Response:</b> The respondent agrees with the finding. The updated Public Safety Center Jail Needs Assessment and Public Safety Service Master Plan submitted to the Board of Supervisors on June 26, 2007 indicated that there is a significant shortage of adult detention beds to meet today's needs and demands. In addition to meeting growth demands, two of the thre...

R4

Upgrade the video monitoring/recording system.

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

The medical and dental service appears to be adequate. <b>Response</b>: The respondent agrees with the finding. <b>Stanislaus County Main Jail Recommendations:</b> R1. Replace the existing facility with a larger, more modern facility. <b>Response:</b> The respondent agrees with the finding. The updated Public Safety Center Jail Needs Assessment and Public Safety Service Master Plan submitted to the Board of Supervisors on June 26, 2007 indicated that there is a significant shortage of adult detention beds to meet today's needs and demands. In addition to meeting growth demands, two of the thre...

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