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Findings and Recommendations 2 findings
F1
The Grand Jury and Santa Cruz County Office of Emergency Services have no jurisdiction over PG&E. However, the County Board of Supervisors can request help from the Governor and from their state legislators to require that the California Public Utilities Commission uphold their state mandate, as the oversight body of PG&E: “to ensure the provision of safe, reliable utility service and infrastructure at reasonable rates.”[5]
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
The County Board of Supervisors should request periodic updates on the condition and safety of PG&E gas pipelines in Santa Cruz County, urging the Governor and state legislators to demand that the CPUC improve their oversight of gas pipeline safety.
F2
During the course of our investigation, the Santa Cruz County Office of Emergency Services made significant progress in coordinating the flow of essential emergency response information regarding pipeline safety to the appropriate agencies.
No recommendations for this finding
Commendations 1
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CM1 Page 4C1. The Grand Jury wishes to commend the Santa Cruz County Office of Emergency Services, who continues to demonstrate excellence and professionalism, despite budget cuts. Their preparedness, use of community resources, organization, and foresight make this office a model for other counties. The citizens of Santa Cruz County are far safer because of their work.
No Responses Found 2
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