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Placer County Grand Jury • 2012-2013

Placer County's Management of its Fleet of Light Duty Vehicles

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Findings 9 findings

F1 Page 151
There have been recommendations of consolidating 911 centers. The Grand Jury recognizes some efficiency may be realized but the bulk of 911 calls are not fire related. Residents believe it is important for 911 dispatch personnel to have expert knowledge of the local community within their area of responsibility. When considering consolidation, the lack of local knowledge can be mitigated by training and technology.
F2 Page 151
There are sufficient redundant capabilities in the emergency dispatch centers. Redundant capability is advantageous if one or more centers were affected as the result of computer failure, major electrical breakdown or a catastrophic event.
F3 Page 151
The City of Lincoln 911 dispatch center is not always able to staff the facility full time. When they need to close, the City of Rocklin 911 dispatch center assumes the responsibility for the City of Lincoln. They share the same 911 operating system. 127 2012-2013 Placer County Grand Jury
F4 Page 152
Upgrading of technology is a continuous process and involves significant IT support.
F5 Page 143
Most winery events occur on the weekends or evenings.
F6 Page 143
Many complaints refer to excessive noise and traffic. These conditions exist only at the time of the event. After the fact investigations by CORA do not reflect the conditions at the time of the complaint.
F7 Page 143
Written complaints after the fact for non-permanent violations such as noise, traffic, and special events have no residual evidence other than accusations.
F8 Page 175
As shown in Table Three, staff vacancies in HHS and restrictions imposed on the use of some vehicles because they were purchased with federal funds, accounted for why ten vehicles, were underutilized. Table Three HHS Vehicles Driven Fewer Than 4,000 Miles Explanation Provided By HHS #of for Low Mileage vehicles Restricted Purpose Vehicle 5 Short, Frequent Trips 3 Staff Vacancies 5 Departments Acting to Increase the Use of the Vehicle 8 Mechanical Problems 1 Only vehicle for use by 70 staff 1 Total 23 148 20212-2013 Placer County Grand Jury
F9 Page 176
Another three of the vehicles did not log many miles, but were used frequently on short trips close to County offices.

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