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  death cases verified by medical records. The Sheriff/Coroner has a yearly budget of $52,000. In the past, the annual expenses have reached as much as $80,000. The expenses of transportation, storage, autopsies, cremations and medical record research have consumed a major portion of the budget. Currently, the Sheriff/Coroner has 30 cremated remains in storage, dating back to 1961. All of the deceased have been identified but have no next-of-kin to claim the remains. Recommendations: IV. The 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury recommends the following: • The Glenn County Sheriff/Coroner's Office to work with the Glenn County Board of Supervisors and local religious leaders in the development of burial sites for the unclaimed deceased. Request for Response: ٧. Glenn County Sheriff/Coroner's Office. Glenn County Board of Supervisors. 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury Grand Jury Final Report Glenn County Veterans Services Office ١. Purpose: To gain insight and better understanding of the day to day operations, staffing, and finances of the Glenn County Veterans Services Office. II. Background: The Veterans Services Office is responsible for providing services to an estimated 1,801 veterans living within the County of Glenn. This number does not include their widows and dependents. The Veterans Services Office also manages three facilities, which can be rented out on a periodic basis. These Memorial Halls are located in Willows, Orland and Hamilton City. The Willows location houses the office of the Assistant Veterans Services Officer and a meeting hall with a kitchen. The Orland and Hamilton City locations are only meeting halls. Members from the 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury met the Assistant Veterans Services Officer, who has been in that position for 15 years. At that time, the Assistant Veterans Services Officer provided a copy of the budget and a number of documents regarding the programs available to veterans. The role of the Veterans Services Office is to assist veterans in accessing the various benefits available and provide help based on their individual needs. During a second visit, members from the Glenn County Grand Jury discussed the outreach program for helping homeless veterans. In addition, they discussed the visit and display of the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Wall in Willows. The privilege to host the Wall required substantial donations and community support. III. Findings: The 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury initiated a routine inquiry of the Veterans Services Office to better understand its operation, staffing and funding sources. The current State funding is based on the veteran population within the individual county and the audited workload units. In Glenn County, the California Department of Veterans Affairs estimates the veteran population at 1,801. The number of audited workload units is 170. This results in an annual operating budget for 2015/2016 of $120,049.00. The Assistant Veterans Services Officer indicated that the State's budget for veterans, services has been significantly higher during Governor Jerry Brown's tenure. It is believed that the estimated number of veterans in Glenn County is higher than the State's estimate of 1,801. If Glenn County can verify the higher numbers, they may be eligible for increased state funding. In an effort to provide services to all eligible Veterans, the Glenn County Veterans Services Office has teamed with the Veterans Resource Center in Chico, California to assist homeless veterans. This team has provided a counseling program in Willows for homeless veterans on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. The visit of the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Wall event attracted more than 9,000 visitors over the four-day period, including 3,000 children from local schools. The basic cost for transportation and display of the Wall was $7,500. All costs and necessary staffing to provide 24 hour viewing of the Wall, was donated by local organizations, businesses and volunteers. In addition to providing services for veterans, the Veterans Services Office also manages the rental of three Glenn County Veterans Memorial Halls. The Willows and Orland Halls are rented more frequently the Hamilton City Memorial Hall, which has very little, if any, rental use. Due to the lack of available facilities in Glenn County, there is an anticipated need for larger venues, such our memorial halls. The Glenn County Grand Jury was also informed that the future Veterans Services Officer and Assistant Veterans Services Officer will be required to be a veteran. IV. Conclusion: Two years ago, the fee structure for the building rental was reviewed. With the potential for increased use, the amounts should reflect the current market value and maintenance costs. Upgrades, such as painting, have been done. ٧. Recommendations: The 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury recommends the following: Request an updated survey of the number of veterans residing within Glenn . County and identify the number of homeless veterans. Secure and maintain current funding for veterans services from the state. Develop a budget for upgrading the kitchen and facility equipment. VI. Request for Response: Glenn County Veterans Services Office 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury Grand Jury Final Report Jane Hahn Juvenile Hall I. Purpose: In accordance with the California Penal Code 919 (b), the Glenn County Grand Jury shall inquire into the condition and management of the Jane Hahn Juvenile Hall Facility. This state mandated inspection should insure that the facility is operating safely, securely and effectively. II. Background: Members of the Glenn County Grand Jury toured the Jane Hahn Juvenile Hall Facility, which is regularly inspected by the State of California. The Facility Manager gave members of the Grand Jury an in-depth tour of the facility and grounds, as well as the Glenn County Office of Education's Willowglen on-site school. Grand Jury members were provided details regarding all aspects of the facility. III. Findings: Upon entering the facility, there is a small area used as an intake room. This is also a small room utilized for a variety of other functions, such as confidential meetings, special visits, and counseling. There is also a large area within the facility referred to as the "day-room," which is utilized for the majority of programing. This area also is used as the cafeteria. There is a kitchen and laundry room. The laundry room is accessed through the kitchen. Both areas are not in direct view of staff and contain several "blind-spots." However, some youth are allowed in these areas with direct supervision. The facility has several holding cells, yet none of the rooms have any safety pads on the walls. The facility has a capacity to house 22 juvenile residents. The youth are housed in cells around the inside perimeter of the day room. The older section of the facility has ceiling lights without safety covers. The complex has a staff of twelve (12) officers. This is down from previous years, but still meeting California State requirements. There is one cook, and an on-call nurse. Staff uses radios to communicate within the facility. However, the grand jury observed that kitchen and educational staff did not carry the radio on their person. The Glenn County Office of Education (GCOE) staffs the Willowglen School. The staff includes one (1) full time teacher and the following part time positions: a teacher's aide, academic counselor, registrar and psychologist. School is in session from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm with a half hour lunch break and a five minute break after each period. Students needing more school credits may participate in the Credit Recovery Program between 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm. During this time, students have the opportunity to complete required school assessments or testing as well as receive extra assistance when needed. The school is equipped with books and computers. Physical education is conducted outside, weather permitting, in the facility's fenced recreational area. This recreational area has a basketball court and grass area for activities. Youth are allowed a minimum of one hour outside for exercise. Sports equipment is available upon request. Youth also have access to religious services two (2) times per week and may make arrangements to meet with their personal clergy upon request. Vocational programs include culinary and janitorial skills. Medical and mental health needs are provided through the California Forensic Medical Group. A nurse comes three (3) times a week. A tele-psychiatrist is available weekly. However, all services are available on an emergency basis. Dental and vision appointments are provided upon request. At the time of intake, the youth review the rules and expectations of the facility. They are then given an orientation guide to read and are tested on their understanding of the rules. If the student needs assistance, a staff member will read and review the content with him/her. Interpreters are available. Any Juvenile Hall Counselor, Supervisor Hall Manager, or Probation Officer may direct discipline for rule violations by the youth. The facility is clean and in good condition. However, the outdoor storage sheds are in need of repair. Parental obligations may include financial responsibility for youth staying at the facility. IV. Conclusion: The Glenn County community, as a whole, has the responsibility to ensure our youth are given the pathway to becoming productive citizens. Programs offered by Jane Hanh Juvenile Hall are cohesive and comprehensive, meeting physical, mental, and emotional needs of each resident. ٧. Recommendations: The 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury recommends the following: · A separate multi-purpose room is needed for group counseling, programs for youth, parent/youth visitation, training/meeting room for staff, and agency collaboration. • A camera system should be installed to view all areas of the facility. · All staff should wear a radio or a personal alarm device on their person within the facility for emergency purposes. All ceiling lights within the facility should have safety covers. . VI. Request for Response: Glenn County Board of Supervisors Glenn County Probation Department . 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury Grand Jury Final Report Orland Haigh Field and Willows Glenn Airports I. Purpose: To gain insight and better understanding of the Orland Haigh Fields and Willows Glenn Airports and to determine if there are any current difficulties facing them in the day to day operations. II. Background: Glenn County operates two public general aviation airports: Orland Haigh Field and Willows Glenn, including an industrial park adjacent to the Orland Haigh Field Airport. III. Findings: Planning and Public works has a staff of four (4) people working on the airports. Three (3) have other duties within Planning and Public works and one (1) full time maintenance worker divides his time between the two airports and the industrial park in Orland. Both airports are operated in accordance with their Airport Master Plan. Funding is provided by an annual grant from the Federal Aviation Administration and State of California. Additional funding comes from the sales of fuel, rental of hangars and the leasing of the industrial and airport properties. The Willows Glenn Airport primarily serves the agricultural community and the Orland Haigh Field Airport serves the "Gentleman Pilot." Improvement projects include the resurfacing of the runway at the Willows Glenn Airport and the expansion of the industrial park in Orland. Conclusion: IV. Since the airports are not funded through the general fund, they are operating to the best of their abilities. The mindset of "repair rather than replace" has worked very well for them in keeping expenditures down. Recommendations: V. The 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury recommends the following: • The industrial park at the Orland Haigh Field Airport be marketed to increase revenue and to create a cash surplus for replacement of old equipment and repairs. Response Required: VI. Glenn County Planning and Public Works. 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury Grand Jury Final Report University of California Cooperative Extension, Glenn County ı. Purpose: To gain insight and a better understanding of the function, purpose, and programs offered through the Glenn County Cooperative Extension Office. II. Background: Every county in California has a University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) office, with more than 400 campus-based specialists and county-based farm, home, and youth advisors who work as teams to bring the University of California's research-based information to Californians. UCCE is a full partnership of federal, state, county, and private resources linked in applied research and educational research. UCCE tailors its programs to meet local needs. UCCE's many teaching tools include meetings, conferences, workshops, demonstrations, field days, video programs, newsletters, and manuals. Thousands of volunteers throughout the state extend UCCE's outreach, assisting with the 4-H Youth Development Program and the Master Gardener Program, as well as expert advice for farmers and growers. III. Findings: The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) has served Glenn County since 1915. The office serves as a local problem-solving center with science-based information for the residents of Glenn County who has questions/issues related to agriculture and natural resources. Currently, the Glenn County office has two (2) academic advisors: the Dairy Advisor, who also serves as the UCCE Director and the Orchard/Crops Advisor, both of whom are employed by University of California at Davis (UC Davis). The local office is currently advertising for the position of an Agronomy/Livestock Advisor. Glenn County has a 4-H Youth Development Program Representative and a Master Gardener Program Coordinator and are employed part- time and paid by UC Davis as well. The support staff has two (2) fulltime employees who are paid by Glenn County: the Administrative Services Officer, and the County Services Specialist. The University of California Cooperative Extension operates on a budget of $1,000,000. UC Davis funds $750,000, with Glenn County funding about $250,000. The University of California (UC) funds pay for the academic advisors, and Glenn County funds the building rent, vehicles used for research in the field, and the clerical staff. The Administrative Services Officer works in concert with the University of California (UC) system to keep accurate books on expenditures. Since the UCCE is not the office of record, all accounting information is forwarded to the Glenn County Auditor for review and auditing. Most of the UCCE's services are free to the public, available online, in written publications, newsletters or in person at the local office. Programs and services which require payment are billed on an "at cost" basis. In Glenn County, the UCCE currently has over 800 individuals on their mailing list. Their 4-H program has 500 youth involved in different projects and 125 volunteer leaders. Conclusion: IV. The University of California Cooperative Extension provides a tremendous resource to Glenn County's residents. There is continually an issue of a greater need than resources available, as workload and services have increased dramatically over the past twenty years, but the budget has not kept up with the demand. There is a need for five (5) full-time advisors that will hopefully be hired as funds become available. The office staff is augmented with part-time student help in the summer as the budget allows and there are many volunteers and retired UC professors who perform a variety of functions. V. Recommendations: None. VI. Request for Response: None. • 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury Grand Jury Final Report Response to the 2014-2015 Grand Jury Report Butte City Community Services District I. Summary: 2014-2015 Grand Jury Final Report, . II. Recommendations: The Butte City Community Services District was to respond to the 2012-2013 Grand Jury recommendation. III. Response Received: Yes, The Glenn County Board of Supervisors. The Butte City Community Services District did not submit a response. IV. Request for Response: Yes, from the Butte City Community Services District. V. Further Response Required: The 2015-2016 Glenn County Jury recommends that this investigation be reopened and pursued by the 2016-2017 Glenn County Grand Jury. 2015-2016 Glenn County Grand Jury Grand Jury Final Report Response to the 2014-2015 Grand Jury Report Glenn County Jail ı. Summary: 2014-2015 Grand Jury Final Report, pages 15-17. II. Recommendations: The Glenn County Board of Supervisors and the Glenn County Sheriff continue to explore all avenues of funding, including grants, to keep the jail in compliance with all codes and laws. Hire additional correctional officers and maintenance personnel. Pursue expanding the sally port doors to accommodate larger vehicles. Pursue in-house or local dental services. Update wage and benefit packages to be competitive with surrounding counties. III. Request for Response: Yes, from the Glenn County Sheriff and the Glenn County Board of Supervisors IV. Response Received: Yes, from the Glenn County Sheriff and the Glenn County Board of Supervisors V. Further Response Required: None. 2015-2016 Grand Jury Final Report Glenn County Grand Jury Response to the 2014-2015 Grand Jury Report Jane Hahn Juvenile Hall I. Summary: 2014-2015 Grand Jury Final Report, pages 18-19. II. Recommendations: Contract with other counties for placement of juveniles in Glenn County. •