Sacramento County Grand Jury
• 2004-2005
• Agency Response
County of Sacramento California*
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Findings and Recommendations 4 findings
F1
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of the Findings and Recommendations issued in the Grand Jury's report found no evidence that relatives were hired by SITOA, or of discrimination based on religious, national or racial issues. There are no recommendations related to Finding 1. There was no evidence that SITOA was initially handling
No recommendations for this finding
F2
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applications inappropriately.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
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Airport staff should ensure that taxi contractors follow the procedures, protocols, and requirements agreed to by it and the Sacramento County Counsel's Office. Response 2: Concur. On September 23, 2004, the County Counsel's office issued a letter to SITOA entitled SITOA Clarification of Relationship. This letter details the membership selection protocol to be followed by SITOA when selecting new members. It also identifies the County Airport System representative assigned to oversee and address all taxicab related issues.
F3
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The County Airports Office failed to provide oversight of SITOA's hiring procedures prior to the complaints by applicants. However, the County Counsel now has the assignment to ensure compliance of the rules and to research future contracts.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
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County Counsel should continue to oversee the County contract between taxi contractors and the Airport. Response 3: Do Not Concur Although it is not County Counsel's responsibility "to oversee the County contract between taxi contractors and the Airport" County Counsel's role, however, shall continue to be that of legal consultant and advisor to the Airport for resolution of any legal and compliance issues that may arise under that contract and to assist legally in the preparation of the new Taxi Cab RFP and Contract.
F4
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The Airport had no way of ensuring that the appropriate fees were being paid to the Airport. The Airport indicates that transponders have now been installed in all of the cabs to record each trip. This will provide a way to track the fees due to the Airport by the drivers.
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
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The Airport should continue to have an assigned employee oversee all taxicab issues, provide periodic public reports on the taxicab services of the airport, and act on problems in a timely manner. Response 4: Concur The Airport's designated representative continues to work with County Counsel on any issues that arise concerning SITOA. . .
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