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Santa Cruz County Grand Jury
• 2016-2017
Public Program Successes Exceptional Public Service
Published: June 23, 2016
6 pages
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Commendations 10
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CM1Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors. February 10, 2015. "Downtown Accountability Program (DAP) Update." Accessed on May 11, 2016. http://sccounty01.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/BDS/Govstream2/Bdsvdata/non_legacy_2. 0/agendas/2015/20150210-649/PDF/020-1.pdf
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CM2City of Santa Cruz. May 18, 2015. "PACT Program Named in Honor of Former District Attorney Bob Lee." Accessed on May 11, 2016. http://www.cityofsantacruz.com/Home/Components/News/News/1885/
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CM3Register-Pajaronian. October 16, 2015. "A Fitting Memorial." Accessed on May 11, 2015. http://www.register-pajaronian.com/v2_news_articles.php?heading=0&story_id=1 9639&page=72
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CM4Santa Cruz Sentinel. September 11, 2015. "Watsonville children's literacy project honors Santa Cruz crash victim." Accessed on May 11, 2015. http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/article/NE/20150911/NEWS/150919914
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CM5Santa Cruz Sentinel. March 21, 2016. "Santa Cruz new safety team refocuses City resources on high-priority concerns." Accessed on May 11, 2015. http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/article/NE/20160321/NEWS/160329938
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CM6Santa Cruz City Police blog. June 30, 2014. "SCPD Introduces the Neighborhood Enforcement Team (NET)." Accessed on May 11, 2016. http://santacruzpolice.blogspot.com/2014/06/scpd-introduces-neighborhood.html June 23, 2016
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CM7Santa Cruz County Code. Chapter 9.56. Accessed on May 11, 2016. http://www.codepublishing.com/CA/SantaCruzCounty/html/SantaCruzCounty09/ SantaCruzCounty0956.html
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CM8City of Santa Cruz Website. "Report Abandoned Vehicle." Accessed on May 11,
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CM9Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office Website. "Abandoned Vehicle Program." Accessed on May 11, 2016. http://www.scsheriff.com/Home/AbandonedVehicles.aspx
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CM10Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office. May 19, 2015. "Inmate Welfare Fund Report Of Expenditures For Calendar Year 2014." Accessed on May 11, 2016. http://sccounty01.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/BDS/Govstream2/Bdsvdata/non_legacy_2. 0/agendas/2015/20150519-658/PDF/025.pdf
Agency Responses 4
Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.
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Santa Cruz County Mental Health Advisory Board
July 07, 2016
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Santa Cruz County Office of Education Board of Trustees
July 22, 2016
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4 pages
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7 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
The Facility Risk Report, which is generated from the Crisis Intervention Team meeting, lacks specific recommendations.
Response: Unknown
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F1) The County Office of Education does not have the legal authority to require a school district to submit a yearly report certifying the existence and annual update of each school’s safety plan within their district. However, the County Superintendent of Schools will make that request to each of the 10 local school districts based on the Grand Jury recommendation. SUMMARY The Board of Trustees of the SCCOE believes that the SCCOE is in full compliance with State regulations. In addition, the SCCOE goes beyond State regulations as it assists K-12 schools to comply with safety and emergency pl...
R1
The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team’s Facility Risk Report include written concerns and recommendations for inmates identified as atrisk. (F1)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R1. All schools should have a plan that is reviewed and updated yearly. The Board of Trustees of the SCCOE agrees that all schools should have a plan that is reviewed and updated yearly. To further that, the SCCOE provides technical assistance to districts and school sites on the development of safe school plans, including emergency response through annual workshops and site-specific assistance. However, the SCCOE cannot compel districts to attend these workshops or ask us for assistance. Districts have been asked to send all of their site emergency plans to the SCCOE and their local first res...
R2
The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team meet seven days a week. (F2)
Response: Unknown
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R2. Publicly available school safety plans should be on all school websites. The location of this information should be prominently and uniformly displayed on the homepage of each school’s website. The Board of Trustees of the SCCOE concurs and complies with this recommendation for SCCOE-operated programs. However, the SCCOE has no jurisdiction in this matter as it relates to local school districts. Nevertheless, the SCCOE can and does provide technical assistance to school districts requesting such support. Please note, however, that certain aspects of the emergency plan are for school person...
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The Grand Jury recommends that the Observation Unit be upgraded to an infirmary or that the Sheriff’s Office stop referring to the area as an infirmary. (F3)
Response: Unknown
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R3. The County Office of Education should ensure that schools have sufficient and appropriate emergency supplies. With the reallocation of safe schools planning funds to districts under LCF, the SCCOE no longer has a funding base to be able to provide emergency supplies to districts. However, while not required by the CDE, the SCCOE does maintain emergency supply lists for classrooms and go-kits on our website. The SCCOE is available to also provide technical assistance to districts on how to obtain these supplies through their own school community resources. Upon district request, the SCCOE w...
R4
This Grand Jury has concerns about the usage of space in the Observation Unit and the Medical Unit and recommends working with a space planner to redesign the physical access between these two units. (F3–F5)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R4. All schools and district offices should have a printed copy of the school safety plan readily available. The Board of Trustees of the SCCOE concurs. This is a mandate under Education Code and is shared with school districts as part of the comprehensive Safe School Planning and Emergency Response workshops provided by the SCCOE. Safe School Planning templates are provided during workshops. Additionally, through the REMS grant funding, the SCCOE provided every school site with a copy of the Emergency Response Manual. Emergency Response plans are uniform in nature, but the site-based Safe Sch...
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The Grand Jury recommends that atrisk inmates be seen within four hours by medical personnel. (F6)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R5. All district and school staff members should know about the existence of the safety plan and should know the exact location of their printed safety plan. The Board of Trustees of the SCCOE concurs. The SCCOE staff will update school districts on this requirement. Heretofore, this information was part of the Safe School Planning and Emergency Response workshops provided by the SCCOE as recommended by CDE. This was something that the SCCOE looked for when providing categorical program site reviews as requested by the State. As previously mentioned, California law no longer requires the SCCOE...
R6
The Grand Jury recommends that the window for cell 13 in the Observation Unit be enlarged to at least the same size as the other cells. (F7)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R6. County Office of Education should require a yearly report from each district superintendent certifying the existence and annual update of each school’s safety plan. (
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Santa Cruz County Sheriff-Coroner
August 15, 2016
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18 pages
• 14 responses
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14 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
The Facility Risk Report, which is generated from the Crisis Intervention Team meeting, lacks specific recommendations.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F1) HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe X REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: The Sheriff’s Office and Medical and Mental Health managers are reviewing the Facility Risk Report for possible enhancements. Respond by August 15, 2016 Page 11 o
R1
The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team’s Facility Risk Report include written concerns and recommendations for inmates identified as atrisk. (F1)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R1. The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team’s Facility Risk Report include written concerns and recommendations for inmates identified as at-risk. (
F2
The Crisis Intervention Team only meets on weekdays, creating potential communication problems by not meeting on weekends and holidays.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F2) X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: Beginning June 26, 2016, the Sheriff’s Office changed our Crisis Intervention Team meeting schedule to seven days per week. Respond by August 15, 2016 Page 12 o
R2
The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team meet seven days a week. (F2)
Response: Unknown
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R2. The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team meet seven days a week. (
F3
The Observation Unit does not meet the standard definition of an infirmary.
Response: Unknown
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F3) X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: The Sheriff’s Office internal review process identified confusion caused by the use of “infirmary” to describe the Observation Unit earlier in the year. In May o
R3
The Grand Jury recommends that the Observation Unit be upgraded to an infirmary or that the Sheriff’s Office stop referring to the area as an infirmary. (F3)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R3. The Grand Jury recommends that the Observation Unit be upgraded to an infirmary or that the Sheriff’s Office stop referring to the area as an infirmary. (
F4
There are two holding cells in the Medical Unit which can be put to better use for inmate medical needs.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F4. There are two holding cells in the Medical Unit which can be put to better use for inmate medical needs. AGREE PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion X DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The two holding cells in the Medical Unit are designed and appropriately used to temporarily secure inmates awaiting treatment by medical staff. Respond by August 15, 2016 Page 6 o
R4
This Grand Jury has concerns about the usage of space in the Observation Unit and the Medical Unit and recommends working with a space planner to redesign the physical access between these two units. (F3–F5)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R4. This Grand Jury has concerns about the usage of space in the Observation Unit and the Medical Unit and recommends working with a space planner to redesign the physical access between these two units. (
F5
The Medical Unit (which houses the nurse’s station) is several doors away from the Observation Unit contributing to lessthanoptimal medical care.
Response: Disagree Partially
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F5. The Medical Unit (which houses the nurse’s station) is several doors away from the Observation Unit contributing to less-than-optimal medical care. AGREE X PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The Observation Unit is not an infirmary. Medical staff treats inmates both in the medical unit and respond directly to the patients location throughout the facility. Inmates requiring higher-level medical care and monitoring are transferred to the local hospital. Respond by August 15, 2016 Page 7 o
R5
The Grand Jury recommends that atrisk inmates be seen within four hours by medical personnel. (F6)
Response: Unknown
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R5. The Grand Jury recommends that at-risk inmates be seen within four hours by medical personnel. (
F6
Current policy allows 72 hours before an atrisk inmate is seen by a doctor, which we feel is too long for atrisk inmates.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F6. Current policy allows 72 hours before an at-risk inmate is seen by a doctor, which we feel is too long for at-risk inmates. AGREE X PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): At-risk inmates are seen immediately upon intake by Jail Medical staff. Inmates requiring urgent assessment by a doctor are transferred to the local hospital. The 72 hour allowance for a Jail Doctor appointment is appropriate for at-risk inmates under the care of onsite medical staff. Respond by August 15, 2016 Page 8 o
R6
The Grand Jury recommends that the window for cell 13 in the Observation Unit be enlarged to at least the same size as the other cells. (F7)
Response: Unknown
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R6. The Grand Jury recommends that the window for cell 13 in the Observation Unit be enlarged to at least the same size as the other cells. (
F7
The window for cell 13 in the Observation Unit is too small for adequate observation.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F7) HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) x WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: California Code of Regulations Title 24 regulates the size and shape of jail Safety Cell windows. Cell 13 is a Safety Cell and is compliant with the regulation. Respond by August 15, 2016 Page 16 o
R7
The Grand Jury recommends a fence be built within this year to enclose the unrestricted area outside the kitchen back door. Until it is completed, a temporary solution should be installed immediately and inmates should be personally escorted. (F8)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R7. The Grand Jury recommends a fence be built within this year to enclose the unrestricted area outside the kitchen back door. Until it is completed, a temporary solution should be installed immediately and inmates should be personally escorted. (
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Santa Cruz County Sheriff-Coroner
August 08, 2016
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27 pages
• 22 responses
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22 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
The Facility Risk Report, which is generated from the Crisis Intervention Team meeting, lacks specific recommendations.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F1–10) X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: Since 2012, the Sheriff’s Office and our partners have continuously and rigorously reviewed the performance of our medical service contractor and contract obligations though a variety of processes including daily collaborative inmate patient plans, compliance a...
R1
The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team’s Facility Risk Report include written concerns and recommendations for inmates identified as atrisk. (F1)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R1. The Sheriff-Coroner should complete a comprehensive report of every jail death including, but not limited to: the cause of death; the activities of the Sheriff’s Office and medical services provider related to the death; and recommendations, if any, for improvement. This report should be made available to the Board of Supervisors and the public. (
F2
The Crisis Intervention Team only meets on weekdays, creating potential communication problems by not meeting on weekends and holidays.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F2) X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) _ WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: We believe there are appropriate checks and balances in place to ensure compliance with standards, including audits by the Health Services Department (HSD), quarterly quality assurance meetings with the medical provider, HSD, the Sheriff’s Office and an independ...
R2
The Grand Jury recommends the Crisis Intervention Team meet seven days a week. (F2)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R2. The Sheriff-Coroner should retain independent oversight of the jail medical service provider and their contract by medically qualified professionals. (
F3
The Observation Unit does not meet the standard definition of an infirmary.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F3) HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) X WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: The Sheriff’s medical service provider is fully licensed and appropriately regulated medical service provider. The Sheriff’s Office believes employment of an additional medical provider to oversee our contracted provider is neither practical nor appropriate. Respo...
R3
The Grand Jury recommends that the Observation Unit be upgraded to an infirmary or that the Sheriff’s Office stop referring to the area as an infirmary. (F3)
Response: Unknown
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R3. Prior to approving a new medical services contract, the Sheriff-Coroner and Board of Supervisors should thoroughly review the existing contract and evaluate the performance of the 2012–2016 medical services provider with the assistance of qualified medical personnel. (
F4
There are two holding cells in the Medical Unit which can be put to better use for inmate medical needs.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F4. The 2012–2016 contract requirement that the jail medical services provider pay up to $15,000 per inmate admitted to a hospital may be a deterrent to admitting inmates in need of hospital medical care. AGREE PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion X DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The Sheriff’s Office does not believe the $15,000 payment clause deterred hospital admissions. The Sheriff’s Office did however recognize the potential appearance of conflict through our internal review process and we plan to remove the clause from ...
R4
This Grand Jury has concerns about the usage of space in the Observation Unit and the Medical Unit and recommends working with a space planner to redesign the physical access between these two units. (F3–F5)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R4. The Sheriff-Coroner should revise the medical services contract to allow an independently retained medical provider to escalate medical care under life- threatening emergency circumstances. (
F5
The Medical Unit (which houses the nurse’s station) is several doors away from the Observation Unit contributing to lessthanoptimal medical care.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F5. The Health Services Agency completed the required 2015 annual Title 15 inspection of the Main Jail but did not identify if the facility was in compliance with the Detoxification Treatment requirements (Title 15, Section 1213). X AGREE PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): This issue was identified by our internal review process and corrected in March o
R5
The Grand Jury recommends that atrisk inmates be seen within four hours by medical personnel. (F6)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R5. The Sheriff-Coroner and Board of Supervisors should delete the contract requirement that the medical provider pay up to $15,000 per inmate for each inmate emergency or catastrophic transfer to hospital care. (
F6
Current policy allows 72 hours before an atrisk inmate is seen by a doctor, which we feel is too long for atrisk inmates.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F6. There is no documentation that the Santa Cruz County facilities have been evaluated for compliance with the CMA-IMQ medical accreditation standards for detention facilities. X AGREE PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The new 2016 contract requires the medical provider to be CMA-IMQ accredited. Respond by August 8, 2016 Page 8 o
R6
The Grand Jury recommends that the window for cell 13 in the Observation Unit be enlarged to at least the same size as the other cells. (F7)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R6. The Health Services Agency should complete the annual 2016 Title 15 inspection and identify if the facility is in compliance with the Detoxification Treatment requirements (Title 15, Section 1213), as required by state law. (
F7
The window for cell 13 in the Observation Unit is too small for adequate observation.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F7) X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: The medical provider updated their policy and procedures in March o
R7
The Grand Jury recommends a fence be built within this year to enclose the unrestricted area outside the kitchen back door. Until it is completed, a temporary solution should be installed immediately and inmates should be personally escorted. (F8)
Response: Unknown
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R7. The Sheriff-Coroner and Board of Supervisors should require in the contract that the medical services provider for detention facilities obtain and maintain accreditation from the California Medical Association-Institute for Medical Quality for adult detention facilities. (
R8
The Mental Health Advisory Board should increase efforts to raise community awareness of mental health issues through public announcements, publications, speaking engagements, and other forms of community outreach. (F7) Commendations C1. The Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency Behavioral Health Division has demonstrated a spirit of cooperation and support for the Mental Health Advisory Board by agreeing to fund an annual planning meeting, regular training for board members, and clerical sup...
Response: Unknown
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R8. The Sheriff-Coroner should require that the Chemically Dependent Inmate Policy include the use of objective measurements of opiate detoxification stages, such as the Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS), to assist the medical staff in making more objective decisions regarding treatment. (
F9
The Chemically Dependent Inmate Policy and the Sheriff’s Medical and Mental Health Care Procedure Manual lack guidance for when an inmate should be transferred to a hospital for a higher level of care or when an inmate should be placed on IV hydration.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F9) X HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: The Sheriff’s Medical and Mental Health policy appropriately states that the medical provider is responsible for establishing, implementing and annually reviewing/revising policies for all clinical aspects of the health care program and for monitoring the appropri...
R9
The District should assume all responsibility for funding and managing teacher supply accounts and/or define a clear donation policy for contributions to teacher accounts. (F8) Published April 26, 2016 52 Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury Commendations C1. The SCCOE and all of the districts in its jurisdiction have worked together to successfully complete a difficult upgrade of their accounting system.
Response: Unknown
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R9. The Sheriff-Coroner should work with the medical services provider to revise the Chemically Dependent Inmate Policy to comply with California Code of Regulations, Title 15, Section 1213, regarding procedures and symptoms necessitating immediate transfer to a hospital or other medical facility. (
F10
The Detoxification of Chemically Dependent Inmates, Federal Bureau of Prisons Clinical Practice Guidelines, February 2014, contains useful information related to recommended standards for the medical management of withdrawal from addictive substances.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
F10) HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED – summarize what has been done HAS NOT BEEN IMPLEMENTED BUT WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE FUTURE – summarize what will be done and the timeframe REQUIRES FURTHER ANALYSIS – explain scope and timeframe (not to exceed six months) X WILL NOT BE IMPLEMENTED – explain why Response explanation, summary, and timeframe: The Sheriff’s Office reviewed the listed guidelines and provided a copy to our contracted medical provider. The Sheriff Office policy appropriately states that the medical provider is responsible for providing legally required care and for establishing, implement...
R10
Clear guidelines need to be established in the Sheriff’s Medical and Mental Health Care Procedure Manual for when an inmate should be given a higher level care such as IV hydration or transfer to a hospital. (F9)
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R10. Clear guidelines need to be established in the Sheriff’s Medical and Mental Health Care Procedure Manual for when an inmate should be given a higher level care such as IV hydration or transfer to a hospital. (
F11
The Sheriff’s Office at times refers to placing at-risk inmates in the infirmary, when in fact they are placed in the Observation Unit. The Observation Unit is not an infirmary. The Grand Jury finds this misnomer to be misleading to the public and endangering of the public trust. Another Death in Our Jail 2015-2016 Final Report 81
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F11. The Sheriff’s Office at times refers to placing at-risk inmates in the infirmary, when in fact they are placed in the Observation Unit. The Observation Unit is not an infirmary. The Grand Jury finds this misnomer to be misleading to the public and endangering of the public trust. AGREE PARTIALLY DISAGREE – explain the disputed portion X DISAGREE – explain why Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The Sheriff’s Office, through our internal review process, recognized the term infirmary was an inaccurate description of the Observation unit and deleted the term from...
R11
The Sheriff-Coroner should review Detoxification of Chemically Dependent Inmates, Federal Bureau of Prisons Clinical Practice Guidelines, February 2014, and revise applicable Sheriff's policies and procedures to meet or exceed federal guidelines. (F10) Published June 8, 2016 82 Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R11. The Sheriff-Coroner should review Detoxification of Chemically Dependent Inmates, Federal Bureau of Prisons Clinical Practice Guidelines, February 2014, and revise applicable Sheriff's policies and procedures to meet or exceed federal guidelines. (
R12
The Sheriff-Coroner should stop referring to the Observation Unit as an infirmary unless major steps are taken to improve the medical services provided in this unit. Continuing to refer to this group of observation cells as an infirmary is misleading to the public and does a disservice to the public trust. (F11) Commendation C1. In this entire unfortunate situation, there is but one bright spot. The Corrections Officers who watched over Krista DeLuca during her last hours carried out their dutie...
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
R12. The Sheriff-Coroner should stop referring to the Observation Unit as an infirmary unless major steps are taken to improve the medical services provided in this unit. Continuing to refer to this group of observation cells as an infirmary is misleading to the public and does a disservice to the public trust. (
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