Madera County Grand Jury
• 2011-2012
2011-2012 Madera County Grand Jury Final Report Citizen Complaint Regarding Nuisances on Oakhurst Library Grounds
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Findings and Recommendations 8 findings
F1
The Grand Jury found that the allegations outlined in the complaint were valid.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The Grand Jury found that there have been numerous incidents reported to the Sheriff’s Office including dog bites, attempted assault, fires set to storage area, fighting, theft of property, accumulation of trash, public drunkenness, destruction of public property, panhandling, and drug dealing.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
The Grand Jury found that the Library grounds are patrolled by law enforcement infrequently.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
The Grand Jury found that law enforcement generally responds in a timely manner when called.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Grand Jury found that four or more persons were loitering on and around the Library grounds on each of several visits.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
The Grand Jury found that Friends of the Oakhurst Library provided security services at the Library for approximately one month, making patrons and staff feel more secure.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
The Grand Jury found that on February 14, 2012, the Board of Supervisors, at the request of the County Sheriff, adopted Ordinance No. 653 which prohibits loitering on County Library property and possessing or consuming alcohol on such property.
No recommendations for this finding
F8
The Grand Jury found that the ordinance specifies signs to be posted as follows: “Trespassing and Loitering Prohibited” and “Alcoholic Beverages Prohibited”. Conclusions:
No recommendations for this finding
Conclusions 4
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CL1The Grand Jury concluded that the activities on the Library grounds are a major nuisance to library patrons and staff.
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CL2The Grand Jury concluded that Library patrons and staff felt more protected when security services were active.
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CL3The Grand Jury concluded that the County Sheriff responded proactively to address citizens' complaints by proposing the new ordinance.
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CL4The Grand Jury concluded that the new County Ordinance No. 653 will provide a helpful tool for law enforcement in dealing with the on-going problems on the Library grounds.
No Responses Found 1
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