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Extracted from Consolidated Report

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Score: +3 (4/2/1)

El Dorado County Grand Jury • 2002-2003

Chief Administrative Officer's Contract

4 pages

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Findings 4 findings

F1 Page 122

The contract as it stands does not specify a contract administrator.

F2 Page 122

The contract was negotiated for the County by the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, assisted by County Counsel.

F3 Page 122

After also asking at least one other elected officials’ opinion and getting his endorsement the contract was endorsed unanimously by the full Board.

F4 Page 122

Fingerprints of the applicant were taken and are on file.

Recommendations 4

R1
Page 122

An addendum should be added to the contract to make the Board of Supervisors the contract administrator.
R2
Page 122

The Board of Supervisors should continue to find ways to work in the best interest of the County through the establishment of a positive working relationship with the CAO.
R3
Page 122

The CAO should be aware of his or her responsibility among other things. Recognize that El Dorado County is in a state of transition. While we cling to our history, we are also confronted with the reality of change.
R4
Page 122

The Board of Supervisors shall not authorize payment of money or other compensation for performance of any service or function by a private entity except pursuant to a written contract meeting all applicable requirements of law pertaining to contracts of the County. (a) The Board of Supervisors should not authorize expenditure of County funds for membership dues or assessments in any private organization, unless the Board of Supervisors makes findings of specific public benefits anticipated to accrue to the County as a result of acquiring or renewing the membership. The text of these proposed findings shall be published in the agenda for any meeting at which such an expenditure will be considered. 103 (b) If such a membership is to be at a cost level above the minimum membership level, these findings shall include a detailed explanation of the additional public benefits to the County that are anticipated to accrue from the additional expenditure. If the additional public benefits include a particular program or service, the Board of Supervisors shall enter into a written contract with the private entity to assure conduct of the program or performance to the service during the period of the membership. (c) This provision applies to all membership purchased by the County, regardless of whether the membership is in the name of the County or in the name of an officer or employee of the County. Responses Required for Findings

Agency Responses 1

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Chief Administrative Officer’s Contract, Citizen Complaint #C44-02/03(PDF, 120KB)

September 23, 2003 • 4 pages • 7 responses • Score: +3 (+4, 2, -1) View Details ▾

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7 responses to findings and recommendations

The contract as it stands does not specify a contract administrator.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The respondent agrees with the finding. It is unclear whether Charter Section 602 applies to a contract of this type. F2. The contract was negotiated for the County by the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, assisted by County Counsel.

An addendum should be added to the contract to make the Board of Supervisors the contract administrator.

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The person for whom the contract was developed no longer works for El Dorado County, so there is no reason to amend the contract. It is not clear whether Charter Section 602 applies to a contract of this nature. R2. The Board of Supervisors should continue to find ways to work in the best interest of the County through the establishment of a positive working relationship with the CAO.

The contract was negotiated for the County by the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, assisted by County Counsel.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The respondent agrees with the finding. F3. After also asking at least one other elected officials' opinion and getting his endorsement the contract was endorsed unanimously by the full Board.

The Board of Supervisors should continue to find ways to work in the best interest of the County through the establishment of a positive working relationship with the CAO.

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

The recommendation has been implemented. The County is currently operating with the Assistant Chief Administrative Officer working in an Interim capacity. 131 The Board of Supervisors has enjoyed a cooperative relationship with the Interim during this transition. Once a permanent Chief Administrative Officer is appointed the Board will continue to work to create a cooperative environment. R3. The CAO should be aware of his or her responsibility among other things. Recognize that El Dorado County is in a state of transition. While we cling to our history, we are also confronted with the realit...

After also asking at least one other elected officials’ opinion and getting his endorsement the contract was endorsed unanimously by the full Board.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The respondent agrees with the finding. F4. Fingerprints of the applicant were taken and are on file.

The CAO should be aware of his or her responsibility among other things. Recognize that El Dorado County is in a state of transition. While we cling to our history, we are also confronted with the reality of change.

Response: Implemented

Score: 0

The recommendation has been implemented. The respondent agrees that El Dorado County is in a state of transition. It is experiencing accelerated population growth, dealing with development issues, requiring infrastructure growth, and realizing business expansion. At the same time we are seeing our financial base eroded by the State, working with potentially costly state court administration changes, maintaining law enforcement needs, and more. Recognizing the need for a top-notch executive to assist the Board in formulating and implementing policies, manage County programs, and provide a visio...

Fingerprints of the applicant were taken and are on file.

Response: Agree Score: +1

The respondent agrees with the finding. Recommendations R1. An addendum should be added to the contract to make the Board of Supervisors the contract administrator.