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Sutter County Grand Jury • 2022-2023

Scso: Staffing and Jail Improvements While Facility Conditions Heat Up

Published: June 29, 2023 18 pages
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Findings and Recommendations 4 findings

F1
The Sheriff Department has consistently acted on recommendations and implemented those
No recommendations for this finding
F2
While staffing remains a challenge, significant progress has been made in staffing at Sutter County Sheriff Office. The staff efficiency and morale continue to improve as staffing levels increase.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
The current evaporative cooling system in the older section of the jail is not adequate, creating unsafe working conditions for the jail staff and unsafe living conditions for the inmates.
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
General Services should obtain a current cost estimate for the replacement of the air conditioning system in the old section of the Sutter County Jail by December 1, 2023. (F3)
R2
Board of Supervisors should research, identify, and begin funding the capital improvement fund for the new cooling system for Sutter County Jail by June 30, 2024. (F3)
F4
Sutter County has secured grant funds through the grant writing functions of the Development Officer position (libraries and museums) that well exceeds the cost of this position.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
Board of Supervisors should create a Public Safety Grant Writing position to research possible funding for facility improvements via grants by June 30, 2024. (F4) REQUIRED RESPONSES Sutter County Board of Supervisors Sutter County Sheriff's Department 61 APPENDIX