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Note: Missing finding numbers detected: F8, F9, F10, F11, F12, F13, F14, F15, F16, F17, F18, F19, F20, F21
Findings 8 findings
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The detention center HVAC repair project has not been completed, which continues to pose a challenge to detention center management, contributing to uncomfortable environmental exposure for inmates, staff and visitors. There is a high
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amount of overtime working hours within the detention facility staffing, which is caused by increased job duties, increasing demands of the incarcerated population and regulatory compliance. Within the jail facility
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premises, placed outside of the main building, C-train type storage containers were installed, which allowed for the existing storage room (located inside the main building by the kitchen) to be converted into an office space. See exhibit A.
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JCFHD Human Response from JCFHCD received Resources did not 10/7/2024 We agree with this finding. The previous properly vet Human Resources Personnel did not share executive level positions leading to vetting with the Board. instability at C-suite level.
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Response from JCFHCD received Multiple CEOs 10/7/2024 exceeded We agree with this finding. The current contractual Board took swift action to remove these spending limits without JCFHD CEOs. Board notification eroding inherent checks and balances in organizational structure and straining the hospital financially. The JCFHD found Response from JCFHCD received
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themselves behind 10/7/2024 in regular financial audits jeopardizing We agree with this finding. This current funding from Board only had two accounting issues that were inherited. Our audits were not governmental agencies. completed in a timely manner, by an administration that was replaced two years ago, and the audits were completed last fall. Our second problem was having a few of our monthly financials not completed on time. This was rectified in a few months when a previous CEO left. The problems were never due to "difficulties navigating the Brown Act, a lack of cooperation and the accountability between Board members, or inaccessible information"
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Work and dialogue Response from JCFHCD received 10/7/2024 outside of regular, special, and While the JCFHD Board agrees that such conduct risks a violation of the Brown Act, emergency the JFCHD Board disagrees with a finding meetings between that it has engaged in such conduct in that directors of the JCFHD puts the it believes it has been diligent in minimizing Board at risk of any work or dialogue outside of noticed violating Brown Act meetings. The JCFHD Board takes its practices. responsibilities under the Brown Act seriously. The JCFHD Board agrees to continue to monitor its conduct to ensure no inadvertent violation of the Brown Act occurs and to continue to receive such training on a regular basis.
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F5 Response from MCA received 9/6/2024 Working relationships I agree with this finding. between the Auditor's Office and County Administration were negatively affected by the combination of miscalculated budget for FY 23-24 projections and lack of completed FY 21- 22 audit.
Recommendations 11
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R1Complete the HVAC system repair project in all areas that are necessary as soon as possible. Increase the detention
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R2facility's custodial staff by hiring additional personnel, in order to reduce the high amount of overtime hours within the department, and to minimize burnout and stress within the department. No response is
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R3required. The following governing boards are required to respond pursuant to Penal Code sections $933 and $933.05: Board of Supervisors: F1, F2, R1, R2 The following elected county official is required to respond : County Sheriff: F1, F2, R1, R2 Per Penal Code $933.0S(a)(1) and (2), responses must include acceptance, refutal, and/or clarification of the findings, and a commitment to implementing the recommendations, as appropriate, per Penal Code $933.5(6)(1)(2)(3) and (4). Reports issued by the Grand Jury do not identify individuals interviewed. Penal Code section 929 requires that reports of the Grand Jury not contain the name of any person or facts leading to the identity of any person who provides information to the Grand Jury. Cited: 23/24 MCCGJ Final Report July 2024 Mariposa County Sheriff's Office Organizational and Staffing Analysis EXHIBIT A: r lan i Mt. Bullion (CC#39) Conservation Camp Facility Tour On March 6th, 2025, the Civil Grand Jury made its annual inspection of the Mt. Bullion (CC#39) Conservation Camp. About the Facility: The Mt. Bullion Conservation Camp is a minimum-security detention center jointly operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDRC) and the California Forestry and Fire Prevention (CalFire). There are currently 32 such minimum correctional camps in California. The facility has been operating since 1957 and the facility changed from one that housed juveniles to only adults in 2004. The camp's primary mission is to provide incarcerated hand crews to support local, state, and federal agencies in their response to emergencies such as fires and floods. Camp participants also complete community service and conservation projects year-round. Current population of incarcerated persons is approximately 50, with a maximum full- time capacity of approximately 100. About the Tour: The tour of the facility lasted approximately 2 hours and extended through nearly all the buildings onsite that are for both CalFire operations and housing of incarcerated persons. All buildings and equipment appear to be in good operation condition despite the age of the camp. The incarcerated persons detained at the facility perform all manner of domestic chores, such and cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc., as well light maintenance tasks. There are areas for physical fitness as well as hobbies and skills development. The interactions we observed between incarcerated persons and the CDCR and CalFire staff were professional and positive. The CDCR staff indicated they are open to further community involvement and volunteer activity both to aid in the skills development of the incarcerated persons as well to assist with local community service and conservation needs. The 2023-24 Mariposa Civil Grand Jury was charged with the oversight of the Mt. Bullion Conservation Camp #39. Civil Grand Jury oversight of the camp is required by California Penal Code. The Mariposa Civil Grand Jury performed a general overview of the facility and found no deficiencies in the care and maintenance of Camp #39. Therefore, no recommendations are made regarding the facility. The Mariposa Civil Grand Jury performed a general overview of the facility and found no deficiencies in the care and maintenance of Camp #39. Commendations: The 2024/2025 Mariposa County Civil Grand Jury commends the current staff of the Mt. Bullion Conservation Camp #39 in respect to the following: The interactions we observed between incarcerated persons and the CDCR and CalFire staff were professional and positive. The Mariposa Civil Grand Jury performed a general overview of the facility and found no deficiencies in the care and maintenance of Camp #39. The Mariposa Civil Grand Jury performed a general overview of the facility and found no deficiencies in the care and maintenance of Camp #39. Compliance and Continuity Report: Past Examination, Present Action
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R4Response from JCFHCD received Directors should 10/7/2024 ensure adherence While the JCFHD Board is only responsible for engaging the CEO of the District and no to existing vetting other C-suite level management, the procedures for JCFHD Board will endeavor to adhere to hiring C-suite level vetting procedure when they hire the CEO management. and require staff (Human Resources) to adhere to such vetting procedures when other C-site level management is hired.
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R5Immediately, Response from JCFHCD received JCFHD should make 10/7/2024 JCFHD Board agrees with this it a priority to work recommendation and will make this a together and function cohesively priority. as a team Response from JCFHCD received
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R6Immediately, JCFHD Board of 10/7/2024 JCFHD Board agrees with this Directors should recommendation and have made this a ensure procedures for financial priority. oversight of CEO are being followed at all times. Response from JCFHCD received
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R7JCFHD Board of 10/7/2024 Directors should JFCHD Board agrees with this review the recommendation and will ensure that this organizational task is completed within the Grand Jury's 9- structure of the Healthcare District, month time frame. specifically related to financial responsibilities of the CEO, COO and CFO with the intention of creating more financial oversight within their purview, Response from JCFHCD received
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R8Immediately, JCFHD Board of 10/7/2024 JCFHD Board agrees with this Directors should recommendation and have made this a review and establish priority. mechanisms to guarantee timely production of accurate audits.
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R9Response from JCFHCD received Immediately, the JCFHD Board of 10/7/2024 Directors should JCFHD Board agrees with this continue with the recommendation and is currently working reimplementation of on this high priority item, the JCFHD compliance hotline.
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R10JCFHD Board of Response from JCFHCD received Directors should 10/7/2024 practice due JCFHD Board agrees with this recommendation and has always made diligence with the Board Clerk to make this a priority and will continue to do so. certain all meeting minutes are recorded and kept as required by law.
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R26R2 The County should Response from MCA received 9/6/2024 examine methods of I will implement this recommendation. eliminating double entry in County functions within six (6) months. R4 The County should Response from MCA received 9/6/2024 fully implement the I will implement this recommendation. Oracle Accounts Receivable module within one (1) year, in addition to any other areas of incomplete implementation. 2025 Update from the Mariposa County Auditor: A member of the 2024-2025 Grand Jury was able to meet with the Auditor's Office and confirmed they were still planning to move forward with following the recommendations given from the 2023-2024 Grand Jury. . Mariposa County Board of Supervisors There were many findings and recommendations from the 2023-2024 MCCGJ Final Report which were responded to by the Board of Supervisors on October 4th, 2024. The table below highlights the sections which the BOS agreed with or partially agreed with in which the BOS gave a deadline for completion which the 2024-2025 MCCGJ would like to receive an update on completion.
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