Madera County Grand Jury
• 2013-2014
Madera County Grand Jury Final Report Chowchilla Cemetery
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Findings and Recommendations 14 findings
F1
The employees lack professionalism in their manner of dress which could be offensive to the public.
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R1
Trustees should require that employees dress appropriately for serving the public by following Madera County dress code requirements.
F2
The Cemetery has plans for additional facilities which will include Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA of 1990) compliant rest rooms that will be available to the public during hours of operation.
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R2
A long term maintenance plan for the repair of curbs, sidewalks and asphalt surfaces be created and implemented as soon as possible.
F3
The curbs, gutters, sidewalks and asphalt are in need of repair for the safety of the public.
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R3
An emergency eye wash station and shower be added for employees in the workshop.
F4
Cemetery district is not in compliance with Cal/OSHA requirements.
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R4
The Employee Handbook should be brought up to date.
F5
The Employee handbook of policies and procedures is outdated.
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R5
Employee job descriptions should be revised to reflect current employee duties.
F6
Employee job descriptions are outdated and do not reflect current employee duties.
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R6
Clear signage should be provided at the entry to the Cemetery stating hours of operation.
F7
Signage for entry of the cemetery is small and difficult to see from the street.
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R7
A list of current condition and useful lifespan of tools and equipment should be prepared and a plan for replacement be maintained by the Trustees.
F8
Tools and equipment are in need of upgrading and/or replacement.
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R8
Salaries of employees be reviewed and brought up to date with comparable size cemeteries in the state.
F9
Salaries are less than comparable positions in other cemetery districts.
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R9
Staffing levels be reviewed to ensure the grounds are maintained and made presentable to the public.
F10
Staffing levels are insufficient to provide adequate site maintenance.
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R10
Construction of the Hillside Chamber, public bathrooms and pagoda be completed as soon as possible.
F11
The current Hillside Chamber niches are sold out. An architect has been selected to design an additional Hillside Chamber, a public restroom building and a gazebo for ceremonial use.
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R11
Review and update charges and fees made to the public to meet the needs of current cemetery cost of operation.
F12
Fees and service charges are low compared to other cemeteries of the same size.
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R12
The Cemetery begin accepting credit card usage for public convenience.
F13
The lack of acceptance of credit cards may inconvenience the public who require the Cemetery services.
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R13
The Trustees should receive training regarding the requirements of the Brown Act.
F14
The Board of Supervisors and the Trustees consider that the Cemetery be joined with the Madera County Cemetery District. Respondents: Madera County Board of Supervisors 200 West 4th Street Madera, CA 93637 Board of Trustees Chowchilla Cemetery District 23359 Road 14-1/2 Chowchilla, CA 93610
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R14
The Board of Supervisors and the Trustees consider that the Cemetery be joined with the Madera County Cemetery District. Respondents: Madera County Board of Supervisors 200 West 4th Street Madera, CA 93637 Board of Trustees Chowchilla Cemetery District 23359 Road 14-1/2 Chowchilla, CA 93610