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Board of Supervisors
August 16, 2016
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13 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
The County’s largest outstanding debts relate to its pension liabilities. The unfunded pension liabilities of the County (including ConFire) as calculated by the CCCERA actuaries in September 2015 total $1.155 Billion. In addition to this UAAL figure, the County (again including ConFire) has outstanding $329 Million of long-term pension obligation bonds.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R1
The Board of Supervisors should seriously consider adopting a policy of seeking judicial clarification or reform of the California Rule.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F2
The County’s unfunded pension liability will increase in any year in which the rate of return on the CCCERA pension fund does not reach at least 7.25%.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R2
The Supervisors should consider empaneling a task force, a study group, or an internal committee to examine options for challenging the California Rule that would weigh the following considerations: • Potential cost savings for the County; • Potential resources to be freed up for other priorities such as service enhancements and other wage and benefit improvements; • Opportunities to participate as an amicus curiae in existing legal cases; • Opportunities for challenging the California Rule thro...
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F3
According to the most recent CCCERA actuarial report, for every 1% drop below the CCCERA assumed rate of return of 7.25% the County’s unfunded pension liability will increase by a figure equal to 9.9% of the County payroll of employees enrolled in the CCCERA pension plan. Based on its current payroll of over $572 Million that means the reported return of 1.9% achieved by the CCCERA pension fund in 2015 could result in an increased County UAAL of over $300 Million before actuarial five-year smoot...
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R3
The Supervisors should consider issuing a formal statement on their policy toward seeking reform of the California Rule, with an explanation of how they propose to manage their unfunded pension liability in the event no steps are taken to reform or adjust the California Rule.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F4
Unlike all other elements of compensation that it negotiates with the labor organizations, the County does not negotiate the rate of pension benefits employees will earn in future salary periods.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R4
The Supervisors should consider securing a legal opinion from outside counsel experienced in the field of pension and collective bargaining law on the merits of a legal challenge to the California Rule based on the argument that the Rule should now be modified based on California’s collective bargaining system for public employees.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F5
The reason the County does not negotiate such pension benefits is due to a long- standing legal precedent in California, known as the California Rule, which holds that public employees are covered by an implied contract on their first day of service guaranteeing that the level of pension benefits they earn each year may not be decreased in future years unless replaced by benefits comparable in value for the employee.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F6
The California Rule is based on a case that was decided before public employees had the right to organize and engage in collective bargaining in California.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F8
Negotiating the terms of future pension benefits to be earned could result in substantial cost savings for the County if permitted by a court ruling.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
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City of Antioch
August 09, 2016
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8 responses to findings and recommendations
F2
Mylan Specialty Division will replace Pens at public schools in the district that have expired at a discounted cost.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely prosecution to a 'victim centered' approach in which the needs of the persons who have been trafficked receive equal consideration." The City agrees with this finding.
F3
FARE and CDC statistical information project a range of 4 percent to 7.7 percent of students (7,200 to 13,850 out of the estimated 180,000 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts) that may have an allergy that is unknown to parents and undiagnosed.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience." OFFICE OF THE MAYOR Mayor Wade Harper • Mayor Pro Tem Lori Ogorchock • Council Members Mary Rocha • Tony Tiscareno • Monica E. Wilson P.O. Box 5007, Antioch, California 94531-5007 • Telephone: 925-779-7011 • Fax: 925-779-7003 • www.ci.antioch.ca.us
The City agrees with this finding.
F4
Over 1,200 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts have Pens with their names located in the school emergency medicine cabinet.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates." The City agrees with this finding.
F5
SB 1266 does not clearly address the use of Pens at off-campus school activities or events.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing with human trafficking complaints provides a general basis, but more intensive training found in the POST 2014 training manual contains in-depth coverage of the issues important to officers assigned to trafficking cases." The City agrees with this finding.
F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Successful apprehension and prosecution of traffickers often involves coordination and cooperation among local, State and federal agencies." The City agrees with this finding.
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation." The City agrees with this finding.
F8
After more than a year, one or more schools in the Antioch School District are not in full compliances with SB 1266.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not always use resources offered by State and federal for joint 'sting' and 'sweep' operations." The City agrees with this finding.
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma." The City agrees with this finding.
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City of Clayton
September 21, 2016
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City of Concord
September 19, 2016
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Score: +6
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14 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Among obstacles to using more recycled water are: determining who will pay for installing the necessary infrastructure and distribution system; finding a willing customer; and minimizing the financial and legal impacts to the current potable water purveyor.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
</b>: The City of Concord agrees with this finding. "The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely
Finding No. 2:
prosecution to a "victim-centered" approach in which the needs of persons who have been trafficked receive equal consideration." The City of Concord agrees with this finding.
R1
The Board of Supervisors should consider facilitating (possibly through a Task Force) the formation of a JPA to promote water recycling, stormwater capture and desalination projects.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
The City of Concord has implemented this recommendation. Sworn staff are provided with specific training on Human Trafficking every two years through our in-service training program. Additionally, detectives working in the Special Victims Unit who investigate human trafficking incidents have also been provided with additional training through CVS and California POST-approved training. <b>Recommendation No. 2:</b> "City law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider increasing collaboration with State and Federal law enforcement to expand "sweeps" and "stings" in high cri...
F2
Water purveyors and wastewater processors can share water treatment costs and revenues under a JPA.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
"Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge
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of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience." e-mail: [email protected] • website: www.cityofconcord.org
Page 2 of 4 The City of Concord partially disagrees with the finding.
R2
CCCSD and CCWD should explore the feasibility of cooperatively developing an IPR Injection Well Project.
Response: Requires Analysis
Score: 0
The City of Concord believes this recommendation requires further analysis. Although the recommendation appears to be valuable, it lacks specificity on the amount of resources needed to fulfill this recommendation. It also fails to incorporate NGO's such as CVS; who are invaluable with these investigations. Recommendation No. 3: "City Law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider the benefits of assigning multidisciplinary teams in areas with significant drug, gang and/or prostitution activity to assist in identifying trafficking activities."
F3
State matching grants and low-interest loans are available for small indirect potable reuse projects, which could potentially increase water supply.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Specific training in these areas and collaboration with other agencies will likely achieve the same results. "Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired
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through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates." <b>
R3
CCCSD, CCWD, and DSRSD should consider the formation of a JPA to expand CCCSD's tertiary treatment capacity in order to free up fresh water for domestic and commercial customers.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The City of Concord will not implement this recommendation as our model of enforcing and investigating human trafficking cases is not consistent with a multidisciplinary team. All sworn staff at the City of Concord are trained in identifying human trafficking cases and will summon assistance from Special Victim's Unit detectives should such a case be identified.
Page 4 of 4 Guy Swanger, Chief of Police, is available to answer any questions or provide any additional information concerning the above responses or enclosed documents. You can reach him at (925) 671-3193 or by email at guy.swanger@...
F4
Indirect potable reuse projects are ideal for areas in the County where other new water sources are unavailable.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
</b> The City of Concord partially disagrees with the finding. Specific training in human trafficking and collaboration with non-government organizations (NGO) such as Community Violence Solutions (CVS), other law enforcement agencies and advocates, are the primary sources of human trafficking training gained by police officers.
Finding No. 5:
"The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing with human trafficking complaints provides a general basis, but more intensive training found in the POST 2014 training manual contains in-depth coverage of the issues important to officers assigned...
F5
It is difficult to develop large recycled water projects without the cooperation and commitment of water purveyors and customers.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
"Successful apprehension and prosecution of traffickers often involves
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coordination and cooperation among local, State and federal agencies." The City of Concord agrees with this finding.
F6
Where recycled water can be wheeled to one customer, it could "free up" an equivalent amount of fresh water that could then be wheeled to another customer who might be willing to pay more, thus creating "win-win" results for recycled water projects.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
"City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have
Finding No. 7:
no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation."
F7
While stormwater capture and reuse has potential for contributing to the County's long-term water needs, the County has focused on NPDES compliance.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The City of Concord agrees with this finding.
Finding No. 8:
"City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not always use resources offered by State and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations."
F8
Contra Costa County and its cities could adopt water saving and recycling ordinances for large commercial buildings, similar to those adopted in other large urban locations such as San Francisco.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The City of Concord agrees with this finding. "Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes
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and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma."
F9
Satellite wastewater treatment plants are feasible in situations where the user is distant from existing recycled water distribution systems, needs water for irrigation, and is able to meet the costs to build and operate the plant.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The City of Concord agrees with this finding. "The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can
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increase the likelihood that trafficking will be recognized as a component of other crimes."
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F10
The County is below the State average in use of recycled water.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
</b> The City of Concord agrees with this finding.
Finding No. 11:
"Public awareness is a critical factor in identifying potential human trafficking activity." <b>
F11
Desalination technology continues to evolve, including smaller scale solar powered and HDH ("Dewvaporation") pilot plants, although neither has been developed to full commercialization.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
</b> The City of Concord agrees with this finding. <b>Finding No. 14:</b> "A comprehensive approach to dealing with human trafficking includes robust community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy to policy makers; and wrap-around services for victims/survivors." <b>
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City of El Cerrito
September 29, 2016
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3 pages
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Score: +4
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4 responses to findings and recommendations
F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F7: comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation." The City of El Cerrito agrees with Finding #7 as it pertains to the City of El Response: Cerrito. "City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F9 victims often have a history of abuse and trauma." The City of El Cerrito agrees with Finding #9. Response: "The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can increase
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F14: community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy for policy makers; and wrap around services for victims/survivors." The City of El Cerrito agrees with Finding #14. Response: <b>RECOMMENDATIONS</b>
F18
Efforts to educate and raise public awareness could be enhanced by cross- departmental and/or cross-agency cooperation such as including Flood Control safety bulletins with other seasonally appropriate, apt-to-be-read or mandatory mailings such as property tax bills or voter information packets.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F8: always use resources offered by state and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations." The City of El Cerrito agrees with Finding #8 as it pertains to the City of El Response: Cerrito. The City does not have any information regarding whether other agencies always use resources. "Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its
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City of Hercules
September 13, 2016
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City of Lafayette
October 12, 2016
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Score: +8
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13 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
Mylan Specialty Division supplies Pens at no cost to public schools in the district.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely prosecution
R1
The West Contra Costa Unified School District should contact those schools within their district and verify the schools are in compliance with SB 1266
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Supervisor of the Investigations Unit has completed additional training in the recognition and investigation of human trafficking related cases. The Unit Supervisor oversees the cases and work of all investigators assigned to the unit.
City Law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should
F2
Mylan Specialty Division will replace Pens at public schools in the district that have expired at a discounted cost.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely prosecution
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to a "victim-centered" approach in which the needs of persons who have been trafficked receive equal consideration.
R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
department collaborates routinely with various State and federal law enforcement agencies. The Investigations Unit has worked extensively with the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, the State Alcohol Control Board (ABC), the State Contractors Board and the California Massage Therapist Council (CAMTC) to performs "sweeps" and "stings". The City Municipal Code provides additional regulations of massage establishments, requiring inspections by investigators. City Law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should
F3
FARE and CDC statistical information project a range of 4 percent to 7.7 percent of students (7,200 to 13,850 out of the estimated 180,000 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts) that may have an allergy that is unknown to parents and undiagnosed.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of
Finding 3:
the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience.
R3
Each of the School District Boards should direct the School District Superintendent to contact all schools in their district at the start of each school calendar year to confirm that they are compliant with the requirements of SB 1266.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
The City does not currently experience significant levels of drug, gang, or prostitution activities. We appreciate your time and attention in consideration of these important matters and hope this letter is responsive to your request. Sincerely, Steven Falk, City Manager
F4
Over 1,200 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts have Pens with their names located in the school emergency medicine cabinet.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through
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working with more experienced officers and victim advocates.
F5
SB 1266 does not clearly address the use of Pens at off-campus school activities or events.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree
Finding 5:
The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing with human trafficking complaints provides a general basis, but more intensive training found in the POST 2014 training manual contains in-depth coverage of the issues important to officers assigned to trafficking cases.
F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no
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comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims.
F8
After more than a year, one or more schools in the Antioch School District are not in full compliances with SB 1266.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Agree City response: Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its
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victims often have a history of abuse and trauma.
R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Agree The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely prosecution
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City of Martinez
September 22, 2016
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Score: +1
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F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The City agrees with this finding as multidisciplinary teams leverage resources and expertise that can detect trafficking related behaviors. Should we focus on any trafficking cases it is our intention to leverage resources, such as multidisciplinary teams, during the investigation. <b>GRAND JURY FINDING #11</b> "Public awareness is a critical factor in identifying potential human trafficking activity." Response: The City agrees with this finding as tips and information from the community can direct law enforcement to potential trafficking related crimes. The City of Martinez encourages the pu...
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City of Oakley
September 27, 2016
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Score: +6
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F2
Loss (i.e. submersion) of any of the six islands in the Delta within Contra Costa County has potential to affect adversely much more than just Contra Costa County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Oakley partially disagrees with the finding. In addition to experience, training in these specific areas and collaboration with other agencies are also very critical. Finding No. 4: "Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates." Response: The City of Oakley only partially disagrees with this finding. In-class training, coordination with other agencies, including non-profit organizations are other elements of training. Finding No. 5: "The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing wit...
F3
Key infrastructure located within the Contra Costa County reclamation districts benefits the entire County, including major County roads and highways, a rail-line, PG&E power transmission lines, natural gas wells, petroleum pipelines, Contra Costa Water District intakes, pumping stations, and portions of both the Contra Costa Canal and EBMUD’s Mokelumne aqueduct.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Oakley partially disagrees with the finding. In addition to experience, training in these specific areas and collaboration with other agencies are also very critical. Finding No. 4: "Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates." Response: The City of Oakley only partially disagrees with this finding. In-class training, coordination with other agencies, including non-profit organizations are other elements of training. Finding No. 5: "The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing wit...
F4
The levees in the County’s portion of the Delta have been built up or otherwise strengthened on a piecemeal basis over the century or more of their existence.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
: "Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates." Response: The City of Oakley only partially disagrees with this finding. In-class training, coordination with other agencies, including non-profit organizations are other elements of training.
F5
Because the levees remain vulnerable to natural hazards and human activities, they require constant vigilance – i.e., frequent inspection coupled with timely maintenance and prompt repairs.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing with human trafficking complaints provides a general basis, but more intensive training found in the POST 2014 training manual contains in-depth coverage of the issues important to officers assigned to trafficking cases." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding.
F6
The Army Corp of Engineers inspects federal levees, as well as non-federal levees that qualify for the Rehabilitation and Inspection Program.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Successful apprehension and prosecution of traffickers often involves coordination and cooperation among local, State and federal agencies." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding.
F7
All of our County’s levees are non-federal levees and the only non-federal levees in the County that qualify for participation in the Rehabilitation and Inspection Program are in Holland and Byron Reclamation Districts.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding.
F9
LAFCO’s MSR of the reclamation districts, which it performs every 5-years, focuses on financial and administrative management of the districts.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding.
3 Finding No. 10: "The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can increase the likelihood that trafficking will be recognized as a component of other crimes." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding.
F11
There is no formal or standardized educational or training resource available to the districts for levee inspection, maintenance, and repair, which can support new levee superintendents or managers while they acquire the experience to recognize problems early, learn how to appropriately respond, and learn how to balance environmental regulations with maintenance protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "Public awareness is a critical factor in identifying potential human trafficking activity." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding.
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "A comprehensive approach to dealing with human trafficking includes robust community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy to policy makers; and wrap-around services for victims/survivors." Response: The City of Oakley agrees with this finding. CIVIL GRAND JURY RECOMMENDATIONS Recommendation #1: Recommendation No. 1: "City law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider incorporating expanded training for officers assigned to trafficking-related duties." Respons...
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City of Orinda
September 07, 2016
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Score: +9
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F1
Mylan Specialty Division supplies Pens at no cost to public schools in the district.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #1.
R1
The West Contra Costa Unified School District should contact those schools within their district and verify the schools are in compliance with SB 1266
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Costa County Sheriff's Office Investigations Unit in these matters as Orinda Police is a contract city with the Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office detectives have received training within the past 6 months and make themselves available for additional training opportunities as they become available. Recommendation #2: City Law Enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider increasing collaboration with State and federal law enforcement to expand "sweeps" and "stings" in high crime areas. The recommendation has been implemented as Orinda has the ability to utilize the Cont...
F2
Mylan Specialty Division will replace Pens at public schools in the district that have expired at a discounted cost.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #2
Finding #3:
Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience.
R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Costa County Sheriff's Office Investigations Unit in these matters as Orinda Police is a contract city with the Sheriff's Office. The Office of the Sheriff currently collaborates with the FBI and other government entities to conduct sweeps and sting operations. These operations occur multiple times per year. Recommendation #3: City Law Enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider the benefits of assigning multidisciplinary teams in areas with significant drug, gang and/or prostitution activity to assist in identifying trafficking activities. The recommendation has been imp...
F3
FARE and CDC statistical information project a range of 4 percent to 7.7 percent of students (7,200 to 13,850 out of the estimated 180,000 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts) that may have an allergy that is unknown to parents and undiagnosed.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #2
Finding #3:
Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience.
R3
Each of the School District Boards should direct the School District Superintendent to contact all schools in their district at the start of each school calendar year to confirm that they are compliant with the requirements of SB 1266.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Costa County Sheriff's Office Investigations Unit in these matters as Orinda Police is a contract city with the Sheriff's Office. The Office of the Sheriff routinely collaborates with the FBI and other governmental entities who identify and target drug, gang, and prostitution activity. The Office of the Sheriff has personnel assigned to the Contra Costa County's SAFE Streets Task Force and the Contra Costa County Anti-violence Support Effort. The Office of the Sheriff also operates a Vice Unit and a Special Victims Unit. These units contain detectives specially trained to identify and target h...
F4
Over 1,200 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts have Pens with their names located in the school emergency medicine cabinet.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #3
Finding #4:
Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates.
F5
SB 1266 does not clearly address the use of Pens at off-campus school activities or events.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
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The required two-hour POST Training Video in dealing with human trafficking complaints provides a general basis, but more intensive training found in the POST 2014 training manual contains in-depth coverage of th...
F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #5
Finding #6:
Successful apprehension and prosecution of traffickers often involves coordination and cooperation among local, State and federal agencies.
R6
Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools should consider reporting to the Board of the Contra Costa Office of Education at the beginning of each school calendar year the status of compliance of the County to SB 1266.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Finding #2:
The emphasis in human trafficking cases has shifted from solely prosecution to a "victim-centered" approach in which the needs of persons who have been trafficked receive equal consideration. Response: Orinda agrees with Finding #2
Finding #3:
Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience. Response: Orinda agrees with Finding #3
Finding #4:
Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim ...
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #6 City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no
Finding #7:
comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims.
F8
After more than a year, one or more schools in the Antioch School District are not in full compliances with SB 1266.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #7
Finding #8:
City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not always use resources offered by State and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations.
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #8
Finding #9
Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma.
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City of Pinole
September 20, 2016
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City of Pittsburg
September 16, 2016
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F1
Mylan Specialty Division supplies Pens at no cost to public schools in the district.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Pittsburg agrees with this finding. Finding #3: Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience. Response: The City of Pittsburg partially agrees with this finding. All Pittsburg Police officers receive in-house training on the identification of victims and suspects in human trafficking. All officers work collaboratively with experienced officers and victim advocates through the remainder of the process. Finding #4: Most police officer training related to human trafficking ...
R1
The West Contra Costa Unified School District should contact those schools within their district and verify the schools are in compliance with SB 1266
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
The City of Pittsburg agrees with this recommendation and currently incorporates training for officers. The police department has a detective assigned to This detective, along with additional investigative investigate human trafficking cases. personnel, has received expanded training related to human trafficking. They have provided training to officers internally as well as countywide. Recommendation #2: City law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider increasing collaboration with State and federal law enforcement to expand "sweeps" and "stings" in high crime areas. ...
F2
Mylan Specialty Division will replace Pens at public schools in the district that have expired at a discounted cost.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Pittsburg agrees with this finding. Finding #3: Effectively identifying and apprehending traffickers requires knowledge of the local environment and criminal activities acquired through years of experience. Response: The City of Pittsburg partially agrees with this finding. All Pittsburg Police officers receive in-house training on the identification of victims and suspects in human trafficking. All officers work collaboratively with experienced officers and victim advocates through the remainder of the process. Finding #4: Most police officer training related to human trafficking ...
R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
The City of Pittsburg agrees with this recommendation and currently works actively with State and Federal law enforcement organizations. The police department currently has a supervisor assigned to a federal task force. One of the focus areas of this task force has become human trafficking as related crimes. Recommendation #3: City law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's department should consider the benefits of assigning multidisciplinary teams in areas with significant drug, gang, and/or prostitution to assist in identifying trafficking activities. The City of Pittsburg agrees with this ...
F3
FARE and CDC statistical information project a range of 4 percent to 7.7 percent of students (7,200 to 13,850 out of the estimated 180,000 students in Contra Costa County's eighteen school districts) that may have an allergy that is unknown to parents and undiagnosed.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Pittsburg partially agrees with this finding. All Pittsburg Police officers receive in-house training on the identification of victims and suspects in human trafficking. All officers work collaboratively with experienced officers and victim advocates through the remainder of the process. Finding #4: Most police officer training related to human trafficking is acquired through working with more experienced officers and victim advocates. <b>Response:</b> The City of Pittsburg agrees with this finding.
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R3
Each of the School District Boards should direct the School District Superintendent to contact all schools in their district at the start of each school calendar year to confirm that they are compliant with the requirements of SB 1266.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
participates in three (3) multidisciplinary teams. These teams range from local, state and federal levels. Two of these teams focus directly on violence and enforcing crimes that often involve human trafficking and the other team has a mental health component that can be used as a resource for human trafficking victims. Respectfully, Joe Sbranti City Manager
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Disagree
Score: -1
The City of Pittsburg disagrees with this finding. The police department encourages involvement with the state and federal levels for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations. Several operations have been conducted with state and federal agencies and we welcome this partnership. Finding #9: Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma. <b>Response:</b> The City of Pittsburg agrees with this finding. The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can Findina #10: increase the likelihood that traffi...
F8
After more than a year, one or more schools in the Antioch School District are not in full compliances with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree
Score: -1
The City of Pittsburg disagrees with this finding. The police department encourages involvement with the state and federal levels for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations. Several operations have been conducted with state and federal agencies and we welcome this partnership. Finding #9: Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma. <b>Response:</b> The City of Pittsburg agrees with this finding. The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can Findina #10: increase the likelihood that traffi...
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City of Pleasant Hill
September 19, 2016
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Finding 7. City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation. City Response: Agree City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Finding 9. Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma. City Response: Agree The use of specialist multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can increase
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Finding 14. community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy to policy makers; and wrap-around services for victims/survivors. City Response: Agree RECOMMENDATIONS City law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department should consider
F18
Efforts to educate and raise public awareness could be enhanced by cross- departmental and/or cross-agency cooperation such as including Flood Control safety bulletins with other seasonally appropriate, apt-to-be-read or mandatory mailings such as property tax bills or voter information packets.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Finding 8. always use resources offered by state and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations. City Response: Agree
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City of Richmond
September 20, 2016
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September 06, 2016
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City of San Ramon
September 14, 2016
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4 pages
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Score: +10
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F1
Among obstacles to using more recycled water are: determining who will pay for installing the necessary infrastructure and distribution system; finding a willing customer; and minimizing the financial and legal impacts to the current potable water purveyor.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #1.
R1
The Board of Supervisors should consider facilitating (possibly through a Task Force) the formation of a JPA to promote water recycling, stormwater capture and desalination projects.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Department will continue to expand training for human trafficking for all officers, and officers assigned to investigate human trafficking cases will receive additional training as opportunities become available. City Law enforcement agencies and the Sheriff's Department
Recommendation #2:
should consider increasing collaboration with State and federal law enforcement to expand "sweeps" and "stings" in high crime areas The recommendation has been implemented. The San Ramon Police Response: Department has and will continue to collaborate with the FBI, state, and local law enforcement in any H...
F2
Water purveyors and wastewater processors can share water treatment costs and revenues under a JPA.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
the needs of persons who have been trafficked receive equal consideration. San Ramon agrees with Finding #2.
R2
CCCSD and CCWD should explore the feasibility of cooperatively developing an IPR Injection Well Project.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Recommendation #2:
should consider increasing collaboration with State and federal law enforcement to expand "sweeps" and "stings" in high crime areas The recommendation has been implemented.
F3
State matching grants and low-interest loans are available for small indirect potable reuse projects, which could potentially increase water supply.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #3.
R3
CCCSD, CCWD, and DSRSD should consider the formation of a JPA to expand CCCSD's tertiary treatment capacity in order to free up fresh water for domestic and commercial customers.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Department has utilized available resources in the past to combat Human Trafficking and will continue to do so in the future. The City of San Ramon is supportive of the "Contra Costa County Zero Tolerance for Human Trafficking Coalition;" and of the multidisciplinary approach to this problem. The City of San Ramon appreciates the time and effort spent by the Grand Jury in consideration of these matters. Sincerely, City of San/Ramon Joseph Gorton Interim City Manager
F4
Indirect potable reuse projects are ideal for areas in the County where other new water sources are unavailable.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #4.
F5
It is difficult to develop large recycled water projects without the cooperation and commitment of water purveyors and customers.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
the issues important to officers assigned to trafficking cases. San Ramon agrees with Finding #5.
F6
Where recycled water can be wheeled to one customer, it could "free up" an equivalent amount of fresh water that could then be wheeled to another customer who might be willing to pay more, thus creating "win-win" results for recycled water projects.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #6.
F7
While stormwater capture and reuse has potential for contributing to the County's long-term water needs, the County has focused on NPDES compliance.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #7.
F8
Contra Costa County and its cities could adopt water saving and recycling ordinances for large commercial buildings, similar to those adopted in other large urban locations such as San Francisco.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #8 as it relates to the City of Response: San Ramon.
F9
Satellite wastewater treatment plants are feasible in situations where the user is distant from existing recycled water distribution systems, needs water for irrigation, and is able to meet the costs to build and operate the plant.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #9.
F10
The County is below the State average in use of recycled water.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #10.
F11
Desalination technology continues to evolve, including smaller scale solar powered and HDH ("Dewvaporation") pilot plants, although neither has been developed to full commercialization.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with Finding #11.
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Office of the Sheriff
July 07, 2016
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4 pages
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Score: +1
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F7. City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define 1 o
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F9. Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often have a history of abuse and trauma. <u>Response</u>: Agree.
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F14. A comprehensive approach to dealing with human trafficking includes robust community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy to policy makers; and wrap-around services for victims/survivors. Agree. Response: 2 o
F18
Efforts to educate and raise public awareness could be enhanced by cross- departmental and/or cross-agency cooperation such as including Flood Control safety bulletins with other seasonally appropriate, apt-to-be-read or mandatory mailings such as property tax bills or voter information packets.
Response: Disagree
Score: -1
F8. City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department does not always use resources offered by State and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations. Disagree. The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office utilizes all of the Response: resources available when conducting "sting" and "sweep" operations. These resources include but are not limited to FBI High Tech agents, FBI victim advocates, and FBI agents.
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August 17, 2016
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Town of Moraga
September 02, 2016
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F7:</u> City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department have no comprehensive or consistent method for analyzing data about the number and type of adult trafficking victims. More data that is complete is needed to define the magnitude of the problem and to support decisions about victim services and resource allocation. The Town of Moraga agrees with Finding #7. Complete data is important to Response: accurately assess the impact of human trafficking and the resources that are necessary to effectively combat it. City law enforcement and Contra Costa County Sheriff's Departmen...
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F9:</u> have a history of abuse and trauma. The Town of Moraga agrees with Finding #9. Response: The use of specialized multidisciplinary teams in high crime areas can increase the <u>
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F14: A comprehensive approach to dealing with human trafficking includes robust community engagement; training law enforcement in responding to human trafficking incidents; vigorous prosecution of perpetrators; education of and advocacy to policy makers; and wrap-around services for victims/survivors. The Town of Moraga agrees with Finding #14. The most effective response Response: to an issue as serious as human trafficking is multidisciplinary and should involve prevention, education, enforcement and prosecution. Recommendations <u>
F18
Efforts to educate and raise public awareness could be enhanced by cross- departmental and/or cross-agency cooperation such as including Flood Control safety bulletins with other seasonally appropriate, apt-to-be-read or mandatory mailings such as property tax bills or voter information packets.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F8:</u> resources offered by State and federal for joint "sting" and "sweep" operations. Response: The Town of Moraga partially disagrees with Finding #8. County law enforcement agencies and their State and federal partners routinely work cooperatively on many issues, including human trafficking. This is especially important for the Moraga Police Department, given its limited resources. Trafficking frequently occurs in combination with other violent crimes and its victims often <u>