Final Reports Included

Conclusions 7

• CL1 Page 3
  The respondent agrees with the finding.
• CL2 Page 3
  The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a timeframe for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of an agency of department being investigated or reviewed. This timeframe shall not exceed six months from the date of publication of the grand jury report. **
• CL3
  The respondent disagrees wholly or in part with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reason therefore. RESPONSE TO RECOMMENDATIONS The responding person or entity shall report one of the following actions:
• CL4
  The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a timeframe for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of an agency of department being investigated or reviewed. This timeframe shall not exceed six months from the date of publication of the grand jury report. **
• CL5
  The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefore. * The time frame needs to be specific and reasonable. ** At the conclusion of this analysis, the recommendation must be responded to as required by items 1, 2, or 4. RESPONSE: TIME, WHERE AND TO WHOM The Penal Code identifies two different response times, depending upon the classification of the respondent (see below), and includes where and to whom the response is directed. Day one begins with the date of the Final Report.
• CL6
  Sampling results indicate that failures to uphold Medi-Cal documentation standards for claims are consistent across all populations, although they were noticeably more prevalent in the Mallard site adult outpatient sample. Results also indicate that a significant portion of billable, documented services were not being claimed at the time the audit field work was conducted.
• CL7
  Many of the Department of Human Services Public Guardian program case records appear to be out of compliance with TCM program requirements, based on a review of a sample of client case records and documentation supporting Medi-Cal claims for reimbursement. Few of the case records reviewed make the required link between client Assessments, Individual Client Service Plans and Periodic Reviews to ensure that client Harvey M. Rose Associates, LLC 36 Section 4: DHS Targeted Case Management Medi-Cal Billing needs have been identified and addressed with specific activities and service strategies. Though a TCM requirement, follow-up checks on services to which clients are referred are routinely not taking place. Most cases are not meeting the six month Periodic Review requirement. The Department’s Linkages program, on the other hand, was found substantially in compliance with TCM program requirements in the ten sample sets of case records reviewed. Linkages program management appears to have designed their case file documentation and established policies and procedures with TCM program requirements, or intent, in mind. Periodic review documents are structured to ensure that service objectives and client needs identified in previous assessments and reviews continue to be addressed.

Commendations 13

• CM1
  The leadership and staff of the Placerville Jail are commended for their rigorous adherence to its mission statement and dedication to the rehabilitation of incarcerated adults. 8 THE 2007-2008 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY COMMENDS The El Dorado County Jail Placerville For its rigorous adherence to its mission statement, specifically their commitment to public safety, secure incarceration and inmate self-improvement through educational programs and services Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Jail South Lake Tahoe REASON FOR REPORT Section 919(a) and 919(b) of the California Penal Code requires the grand jury to annually inspect any jail or prison within the county. This includes juvenile correctional facilities.
• CM2
  The El Dorado County Jail Placerville For its rigorous adherence to its mission statement, specifically their commitment to public safety, secure incarceration and inmate self-improvement through educational programs and services Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Jail South Lake Tahoe REASON FOR REPORT Section 919(a) and 919(b) of the California Penal Code requires the grand jury to annually inspect any jail or prison within the county. This includes juvenile correctional facilities.
• CM3
  Despite needing increased personnel and repairs in certain areas of the facility, many programs leading to rehabilitation of inmates were noted, most specifically in the areas of mental health, vocational training and community service. The leadership and staff at the South Lake Tahoe Jail are commended for their rehabilitation programs for inmates. Further, the leadership and staff are commended for their outstanding community response during the Angora Fire. 10 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Juvenile Hall Placerville REASON FOR REPORT Section 919(a) and 919(b) of the California Penal Code requires the grand jury to annually inspect any jail or prison within the county. This includes juvenile correctional facilities.
• CM4
  The El Dorado County Probation Department and the Office of Education are commended for their outstanding advocacy and rehabilitation programs for at-risk children. The Grand Jury finds that the probation and educational staff have gone above and beyond what is required. The probation staff and the education staff are further commended for their immaculate facility observed during an unannounced visit. 12 ` THE 2007-2008 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY COMMENDS The El Dorado County Probation Department and Office of Education For their exemplary programs for youth at Placerville Juvenile Hall Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Juvenile Hall South Lake Tahoe REASON FOR REPORT Section 919(a) and 919(b) of the California Penal Code requires the Grand Jury to annually inspect any jail or prison within the county. This includes juvenile correctional facilities.
• CM5
  The El Dorado County Probation Department and Office of Education For their exemplary programs for youth at Placerville Juvenile Hall Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Juvenile Hall South Lake Tahoe REASON FOR REPORT Section 919(a) and 919(b) of the California Penal Code requires the Grand Jury to annually inspect any jail or prison within the county. This includes juvenile correctional facilities.
• CM6
  The 2007-2008 Grand Jury commends the El Dorado County Probation Department and the El Dorado County Office of Education for their outstanding advocacy and rehabilitation programs for at-risk children. 15 THE 2007-2008 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY COMMENDS The El Dorado County Probation Department and Office of Education For its exemplary programs for youth at South Lake Tahoe Juvenile Treatment Center Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 Growlersburg Conservation Camp Georgetown, California REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury is charged with inspecting correctional institutions in El Dorado County each year per §919(a) and §919(b) of the California Penal Code.
• CM7
  The El Dorado County Probation Department and Office of Education For its exemplary programs for youth at South Lake Tahoe Juvenile Treatment Center Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 Growlersburg Conservation Camp Georgetown, California REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury is charged with inspecting correctional institutions in El Dorado County each year per §919(a) and §919(b) of the California Penal Code.
• CM8
  The 2007-2008 El Dorado Grand Jury commends Growlersburg Conservation Camp. The excellent training provided by Growlersburg gives the inmates the opportunity upon release to lead productive lives and become solid members of society. As a result of the training programs, the inmates exhibit skills of qualified professionals in the fields of fire fighting, emergency response and woodworking. The Grand Jury commends Growlersburg for their exceptional community service. Growlersburg is commended for savings incurred by the maintenance of their produce garden. 18 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 Mother Lode Union School District Case No. GJ 07-001 REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury received a complaint from a citizen alleging that Mother Lode Union School District (MLUSD) was spending district funds inappropriately. These allegations were limited to expenditures for incremental building space, equipment, travel, and personnel costs for in-house technology services.
• CM9
  Louisiana Schnell Elementary School, under the leadership of the district superintendent and the site principal, has created and maintained an educational plant that is safe and healthy, as well as welcoming to its students, staff, parents, and community. The 2007-2008 Grand Jury commends Louisiana Schnell School for its exemplary campus safety and beautification. It is evident that the superintendent, principal, staff, and parents are successfully addressing all facility issues. 25 The 2007-2008 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY COMMENDS The Staff and Community of Louisiana Schnell Elementary School For its exemplary campus beautification and maintenance Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 Edwin Markham Middle School REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury conducts inspections of county, city and special district facilities owned or leased within El Dorado County per California Penal Codes §925, §925(a) and §928. The focus of the inspection is health and safety conditions. 22
• CM10
  The Staff and Community of Louisiana Schnell Elementary School For its exemplary campus beautification and maintenance Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 Edwin Markham Middle School REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury conducts inspections of county, city and special district facilities owned or leased within El Dorado County per California Penal Codes §925, §925(a) and §928. The focus of the inspection is health and safety conditions. 22
• CM11
  Edwin Markham Middle School, under the leadership of the district superintendent and the site principal, has created and maintained an educational plant that is safe, as well as welcoming to its students, staff, parents, and community. The 2007-2008 Grand Jury commends Edwin Markham Middle School for improving the educational environment. It is evident that the superintendent and principal are successfully addressing all areas of health, safety and attractiveness. 23 The 2007-2008 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY COMMENDS Edwin Markham Middle School For continuing improvement of its educational environment Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Sheriff’s Building REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury conducts inspections of county, city and special district facilities owned or leased within El Dorado County per California Penal Codes §925, §925(a) and §928. The focus of the inspection is health and safety conditions. 26
• CM12
  Edwin Markham Middle School For continuing improvement of its educational environment Date: Signed: EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 El Dorado County Sheriff’s Building REASON FOR REPORT The El Dorado County Grand Jury conducts inspections of county, city and special district facilities owned or leased within El Dorado County per California Penal Codes §925, §925(a) and §928. The focus of the inspection is health and safety conditions. 26
• CM13
  Final Draft Response to the 2007-08 Grand Jury Final Report Part 2 EL DORADO COUNTY GRAND JURY 2007-2008 Consolidation of Fire Protection Districts Case No. 07-025 REASON FOR REPORT The Fire Protection District Law of 1987, in the State Health and Safety Code §13800, governs all of the Fire Protection Districts (FPDs) in California. Fire protection districts can only provide fire protection and emergency medical services. At the printing of the 3rd edition of “What’s So Special About Special Districts?” there were 386 FPDs in California. El Dorado County has nine FPDs on the West Slope and two FPDs in the Tahoe Basin. The County also has two multi-purpose Community Service Districts (CSDs) that provide fire protection along with other services: Fallen Leaf Lake CSD and Cameron Park CSD. The City of South Lake Tahoe has its own fire department. El Dorado County has a disproportionately high number of fire protection districts compared with the average of other counties in California. El Dorado County would benefit from consolidation. During the Grand Jury investigation, the scope was limited to the West Slope of the County

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