San Luis Obispo County Grand Jury
• 2007-2008
County Law Enforcement Responds to Increased Gang Activity
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Findings and Recommendations 4 findings
F1
State and federal grants for anti gang efforts are being reduced.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The county should continue to pursue additional grant money on the state and federal levels.
F2
Probation officials say not all parents attend the classes provided by the Youth in Action Program. The classes could be more effective if made mandatory.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
The Anti Gang Coordinating Commission should pursue legislation that requires parents of juveniles on probation attend educational classes.
F3
The County Gang Task Force believes graffiti must be removed as soon as possible to avoid escalation.
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
County Board of Supervisors should consider enacting a graffiti removal ordinance.
F4
The Anti Gang Coordinating Commission believes the Liberty Tattoo Removal Program assists former gang members seeking employment.
No recommendations for this finding
Conclusions 1
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CL1With the increase in gang activity in this county and the large number of gang members in surrounding counties, officials must think of new ways to combat the threat. The members of the Anti-Gang Coordinating Commission have developed a strategic plan that does not involve additional funding from the Board of Supervisors. The commission is working to increase intervention and education programs for at risk children and their parents. It has been recommended by the gang task force that the parent education classes be made mandatory for parents with minors on probation. The goal is to get juveniles involved with positive programs before they look to gangs for their identity. The Liberty Tattoo Removal Program and new El Paso De Robles Re-Entry Facility will help former gang members re-enter society. The Board of Supervisors and other county agencies have the ability to apply for additional state and federal grant money.
Commendations 3
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CM1The Liberty Tattoo Removal Program and the Youth in Action Program for their commitment to helping dissuade gang involvement,
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CM2The County Gang Task Force for their vigilant efforts to prevent and suppress gang activity, and
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CM3The Anti Gang Coordinating Commission for recognizing a new approach is needed and looking at programs that do not require additional county funds.