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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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El Dorado County Grand Jury
• 2009-2010
El Dorado County Grand Jury 2009-2010 South Lake Tahoe Jail Case No. Gj 09-025 Reason for Report The California Penal
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Findings 4 findings
F1
The present system of the security and surveillance cameras does not adequately cover all areas of the jail.
F2
The recorder cameras are obsolete and parts are no longer available. The Sheriff has approved a request for improvement and expansion of the number of recorders. This request is pending the approval of the Board of Supervisors.
F3
The entire facility is constructed with a flat roof design which may have contributed to frequent leaks and repairs.
F4
The interior cinder block wall on the east side of the jail that separated B and C pods has a history of cracks. A County facility inspection was done in July 2009 and a completed analysis is set for December. As of December 21, 2009 the contractor had been selected and a contract is being prepared.
Recommendations 4
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R1An analysis of the surveillance camera system should be evaluated with implementation of recommendations.
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R2The request by the Sheriff for additional recorders should be approved by the Board of Supervisors.
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R3A structural engineer should determine the cause(s) of leakage in the facility and recommend the appropriate correction and repair.
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R4The contract for repairs to the cinder block wall has been approved. The Grand Jury needs to be notified upon completion. RESPONSE Responses to findings and recommendations in this report are required in accordance with California Penal Code §933 and §933.05. Address responses to: The Honorable Suzanne N. Kingsbury, Presiding Judge of the El Dorado County Superior Court, 1354 Johnson Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. COMMENDATION The 2009-2010 El Dorado County Grand Jury commends the South Lake Tahoe Jail administration and staff for their dedication in providing a safe and secure custodial environment. The number and variety of available programs, especially the Culinary Arts program, have a proven record of success.
Commendations 1
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CM1 Page 4The 2009-2010 El Dorado County Grand Jury commends the South Lake Tahoe Jail administration and staff for their dedication in providing a safe and secure custodial environment. The number and variety of available programs, especially the Culinary Arts program, have a proven record of success.