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Findings and Recommendations 22 findings
F1
The MCDF uses 1/3 of its dormitory space.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The five-year average daily occupancy rate at the MCDF is 52 inmates, although there is capacity for 160 inmates.
Related Recommendations (2)
R3
Once Recommendations 1 - 2 have been accomplished, the SO should consider broadening the classification of MCDF inmates so that the facility will be fully utilized.
R4
If the State does not award SB 863 jail construction funds to the County, the SO should consider alternative plans and associated funding methods to reduce inmate occupancy at the Martinez Detention Facility.
F3
MCDF, built in 1942, is 73 years old.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
MCDF occupies 32 acres of a 164-acre parcel owned by the County at the southeastern foot of Mt. Diablo.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
The Sheriff's Office has a shooting range and a training facility on the County's 164-acre parcel at the southeastern foot of Mt. Diablo.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
There are six dormitory wings at the MCDF.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
The MCDF dormitory, Wings F and G, are permanently closed, Wings B and C are open; and Wings A and B are closed but could re-open if the flooring were reinforced.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The SO should consider ways to fund the restoration of MCDF Wings A and B.
F8
Barbed wire fences surround the perimeter of the MCDF.
No recommendations for this finding
F9
MCDF is a low-security prison.
No recommendations for this finding
F10
MCDF lacks security cameras.
No recommendations for this finding
F11
The SO does not transfer offenders who are flight risks and prone to violence to the MCDF because it lacks adequate security.
No recommendations for this finding
F12
One Contra Costa County deputy sheriff is on duty at night at the MCDF.
No recommendations for this finding
F13
There are minimal behavioral conflicts at the MCDF.
No recommendations for this finding
F14
The infirmary at the MCDF is open 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
No recommendations for this finding
F15
Inmates needing access to medical personnel 24-hours a day, such as those with cardiac and pulmonary issues, diabetes, asthma and severe allergies, may not be housed at the MCDF
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
The SO should consider providing medical staffing 24-hours a day, seven days a week and a pharmacy at the MCDF, and ways to fund such staffing and the pharmacy.
F16
The MCDF lacks a pharmacy.
Related Recommendations (1)
R2
The SO should consider providing medical staffing 24-hours a day, seven days a week and a pharmacy at the MCDF, and ways to fund such staffing and the pharmacy.
F17
The MCDF inmates have opportunities for rehabilitation.
No recommendations for this finding
F18
The So provides classes for personal growth, academic education and job skills to inmates at the MCDF.
No recommendations for this finding
F19
Gang issues are a primary reason why Martinez Detention Facility inmates do not eat in a communal setting or take group classes.
No recommendations for this finding
F20
Inmates at the Martinez Detention Facility are released to an interior room and a cement-walled courtyard for one to three hours either once a day or every other day, based on an inmate's classification.
No recommendations for this finding
F21
In August 2015, there are plans to submit an application on behalf of Contra Costa County, for $90 million of State funds made available pursuant to Senate Bill 863. The funds will be used to build a 240-bed mental health wing at the WCDF.
No recommendations for this finding
F22
If the State awards Contra Costa County with Senate Bill 863 funds, the SO estimates that construction of the 240-bed mental health wing at the WCDF will be completed by late 2018 or early 2019.
No recommendations for this finding
Conclusions 1
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CL1 Page 10The Grand Jury recommends that the SO maintain strong inmate classification oversight so that each individual has an opportunity for restorative rehabilitation. Increasing the MCDF occupancy is an opportunity to provide more inmates with the benefits of living in a natural setting. If the SO is unsuccessful in obtaining new construction funds for a WCDF mental health wing, the Grand Jury recommends that the SO find alternative funding to relieve the crowding at the Martinez Detention Facility.
Agency Responses 1
Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.