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Placer County Grand Jury
• 2014-2015
Placer County Grand Jury Temporary Emergency Homeless Shelter June 26, 2015
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Findings 4 findings
F1
In December 2014, the homeless people camping at the DeWitt campus in harsh weather conditions represented an urgent, unmet need for temporary shelter.
F2
The Barracks seemed to be in acceptable condition and relatively simple to convert to a temporary emergency shelter for homeless individuals.
F3
In January and February 2015, the BOS began to address the issue by calling a special meeting and a public hearing.
F4
The need for a permanent solution to the homeless situation continues. Conclusion In ten years of attempting to address the homeless situation, Placer County has not produced a permanent solution to this compelling issue. In September 2014 the BOS commissioned a study to , identify the needs of the homeless in Placer County. The results of the study were presented to the Board of Supervisors on April 7, 2015. However, in December 2014, the homeless population needed immediate shelter due to inclement weather. At the time of this writing, the BOS gave approval for a temporary shelter on the DeWitt campus with a temporary conditional use permit for ninety (90) days. The need for a permanent solution remains. Through the good work of Right Hand Auburn, Volunteers of America and others, it appears that tangible work on a temporary housing solution for the homeless has begun. The Grand Jury commends these organizations for stepping up to assist our homeless citizens by providing a safe, warm place to stay. The Grand Jury acknowledges the BOS for their actions on this matter and, in particular, the county staff for their expedited efforts.
Recommendations 3
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R1An evaluation of the use of the DeWitt Barracks as emergency homeless housing should be conducted at the end of the 90-day period for the conditional-use permit, and on a recurring schedule thereafter.
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R2The BOS and county staff should promptly review Marbut Consulting’s final report to determine its impact on the need for a temporary emergency shelter. In addition, the BOS should monitor the implementation of the Strategic Action Plan referred to in the final report.
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R3The 2015-2016 Grand Jury continue to monitor the BOS progress on implementing a more permanent solution to the homeless issue in Placer County. Request for Responses: Recommendations Requiring Response Response Due Date Mr. David Boesch R1, R2 August 24, 2015 Placer County CEO 175 Fulweiler Ave. Auburn, CA 95603 Placer County Board of Supervisors R1, R2 September 22, 2015 175 Fulweiler Ave. Auburn, CA 95603 Copies Sent to: Ms. Mary Dietrich Placer County Director of Facility Services 11476 C Ave. Auburn CA 95603
Conclusions 1
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CL1In ten years of attempting to address the homeless situation, Placer County has not produced a permanent solution to this compelling issue. In September 2014 the BOS commissioned a study to , identify the needs of the homeless in Placer County. The results of the study were presented to the Board of Supervisors on April 7, 2015. However, in December 2014, the homeless population needed immediate shelter due to inclement weather. At the time of this writing, the BOS gave approval for a temporary shelter on the DeWitt campus with a temporary conditional use permit for ninety (90) days. The need for a permanent solution remains. Through the good work of Right Hand Auburn, Volunteers of America and others, it appears that tangible work on a temporary housing solution for the homeless has begun. The Grand Jury commends these organizations for stepping up to assist our homeless citizens by providing a safe, warm place to stay. The Grand Jury acknowledges the BOS for their actions on this matter and, in particular, the county staff for their expedited efforts. - 5 - Placer County Grand Jury 2014-2015 Final Report