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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Findings 3 findings
F1
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The selfimposed cap of 90105 inmates is based on the determination of staffing levels and safety issues. Housing more inmates would jeopardize the staff and inmates. There has been an increase in mentally ill inmates in recent years. The Commander feels the facility isn’t equipped for the special challenges this type of inmate requires. If overcrowding occurs, those inmates that have lesser crimes/time based on good behavior and time served, may be released early to allow room for new prisoners.
F2
Page 48
The facility is very clean. The kitchen areas are spotless and meals wellrounded. Inmate staff members were polite and focused on their meal preparations.
F3
Page 48
The request for funding for a remodel of the holding and booking area was denied state funding.
Recommendations 3
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R1Page 48The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors shall review the budget to determine an allocation of additional staff positions, which would allow more inmates to be safely housed in the jail.
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R2Page 48Continue to pursue State Funds to complete the planned remodel and other efforts to modernize and improve the facility.
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R3Page 48Grand Jury members should meet with the newlyelected sheriff and discuss his plans for the facility. 48