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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Findings and Recommendations 12 findings
F1
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The philosophy of the current administration is to treat inmates with dignity and to provide a safe and secure environment.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
Page 28
Because of overcrowding, the safety and security of staff, inmates, and visitors are at risk.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
Page 28
The house monitoring equipment is so antiquated that it is increasingly difficult to find repair personnel.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
Page 28
There is no effective means to keep track of an inmate once released from custody.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
Page 28
Inmate classes are currently being held in library and in hallways. Some activities are no longer available because of staffing constraints.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
Page 28
There is no longer a community Work Crew because of staffing shortages.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
Page 28
As per 2008 recommendations ACSO has continued to pursue funding for a new facility through matching funds legislation. The County received a conditional award of up to $22,712,000. The conditions of this award require that the county raise matching funds of approximately $7-$8 million. Property has been purchased for the new facility.
No recommendations for this finding
F8
Page 28
The morale of the staff is better due to efforts to move forward with AB900. (Fact # 16)
No recommendations for this finding
F9
Page 28
Sheriff's Deputies with Law Enforcement Officer Classification are forced to work in the 21 correctional facility to make up for understaffing. As a result, there are fewer officers on patrol. (Facts #1, #2)
No recommendations for this finding
F10
Page 28
Felony Release Criteria have been used for the early release of non-violent felons due the overcrowding of the facility. This program has not been very successful because ACSO is unable to keep track of persons once they are released from custody.
No recommendations for this finding
F11
Page 28
Booking fees reimbursed by the state do not adequately offset costs. (Fact#15)
No recommendations for this finding
F12
Page 32
There are two family units used for conjugal visits. These visits are very hard to earn and are thoroughly monitored by staff.
No recommendations for this finding