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Contra Costa County Grand Jury
• 2015-2016
Caring for the Victims
Published: ∼ June 30, 2016
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Board of Supervisors
September 15, 2016
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5 pages
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Score: -1
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12 responses to findings and recommendations
F1
The County’s largest outstanding debts relate to its pension liabilities. The unfunded pension liabilities of the County (including ConFire) as calculated by the CCCERA actuaries in September 2015 total $1.155 Billion. In addition to this UAAL figure, the County (again including ConFire) has outstanding $329 Million of long-term pension obligation bonds.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Agree. F2. The County is now 15 months into developing and implementing this comprehensive system of care for victims of CSEC that it began developing in January 2015. Agree. Response: F3. A CSEC Protocol, which provides a comprehensive system of care for victims of CSEC, was prepared under the leadership of CFS. Response: Agree. F4. The CSEC Protocol provides the framework for cooperation and coordination among the County, its cities and NGO's. Response: Agree. F5. The State Department of Social Services has released Contra Costa County's allocations of CSEC monies under the Commercially Sexu...
F2
The County’s unfunded pension liability will increase in any year in which the rate of return on the CCCERA pension fund does not reach at least 7.25%.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F3. A CSEC Protocol, which provides a comprehensive system of care for victims of CSEC, was prepared under the leadership of CFS. Response: Agree. F4. The CSEC Protocol provides the framework for cooperation and coordination among the County, its cities and NGO's. Response: Agree. F5. The State Department of Social Services has released Contra Costa County's allocations of CSEC monies under the Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Program administered by the State Department of Social Services. Agree. Response: F6. Many social workers in CFS, law enforcement, officers in Juvenile Hall and ...
R2
The Supervisors should consider empaneling a task force, a study group, or an internal committee to examine options for challenging the California Rule that would weigh the following considerations: • Potential cost savings for the County; • Potential resources to be freed up for other priorities such as service enhancements and other wage and benefit improvements; • Opportunities to participate as an amicus curiae in existing legal cases; • Opportunities for challenging the California Rule thro...
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
agrees that interagency partners should develop their own CSEC protocols. However, we disagree that the CSEC Protocols should be submitted to CFS for approval. Partner agencies, such as city councils, should participate in the Zero Tolerance for Human Trafficking Coalition meetings and submit their protocols to the Human Trafficking Coalition Executive Team for inclusion in the Human Trafficking Operating Guidelines, which is a document that includes all entities involved in Human Trafficking countywide. R3. The Board of Supervisors should consider directing CFS, as the lead implementing burea...
F3
According to the most recent CCCERA actuarial report, for every 1% drop below the CCCERA assumed rate of return of 7.25% the County’s unfunded pension liability will increase by a figure equal to 9.9% of the County payroll of employees enrolled in the CCCERA pension plan. Based on its current payroll of over $572 Million that means the reported return of 1.9% achieved by the CCCERA pension fund in 2015 could result in an increased County UAAL of over $300 Million before actuarial five-year smoot...
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Agree. F4. The CSEC Protocol provides the framework for cooperation and coordination among the County, its cities and NGO's. Response: Agree. F5. The State Department of Social Services has released Contra Costa County's allocations of CSEC monies under the Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Program administered by the State Department of Social Services. Agree. Response: F6. Many social workers in CFS, law enforcement, officers in Juvenile Hall and victim advocates in the DA's office are not implementing the CSEC Protocol because they have not seen it. Disagree. The protocol Memorandum ...
R3
The Supervisors should consider issuing a formal statement on their policy toward seeking reform of the California Rule, with an explanation of how they propose to manage their unfunded pension liability in the event no steps are taken to reform or adjust the California Rule.
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
proper role of the Human Trafficking Policy, Planning and Data Committee and this Committee has the clear goal of implementing the Protocol and working with required WIC 16524 partner agencies to develop their own internal policies around CSEC. R4. The Board of Supervisors should consider directing CFS to expand its CSEC Response flow Chart to include all critical steps to be taken for the welfare of the child victim, including mental health evaluation by the Health Department and child welfare hold requests by the social workers.
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F4
Unlike all other elements of compensation that it negotiates with the labor organizations, the County does not negotiate the rate of pension benefits employees will earn in future salary periods.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Agree. F5. The State Department of Social Services has released Contra Costa County's allocations of CSEC monies under the Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Program administered by the State Department of Social Services. Agree. Response: F6. Many social workers in CFS, law enforcement, officers in Juvenile Hall and victim advocates in the DA's office are not implementing the CSEC Protocol because they have not seen it. Disagree. The protocol Memorandum of Understanding among the partner agencies that Response: addresses the requirements of Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) 16524, inc...
R4
The Supervisors should consider securing a legal opinion from outside counsel experienced in the field of pension and collective bargaining law on the merits of a legal challenge to the California Rule based on the argument that the Rule should now be modified based on California’s collective bargaining system for public employees.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
future. The County agrees that the CSEC flow chart can be expanded to include other steps in CSEC response. The flow chart can be used to engage other departments and agencies to contribute and finalize protocols. R5. The Board of Supervisors should consider directing CFS to train or hire specialized CSEC personnel who will serve as points of primary referral and assist in navigating the services provided to victims of CSEC utilizing funds provided by the State Department of Social Services. The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not Response: reasonable. ...
F5
The reason the County does not negotiate such pension benefits is due to a long- standing legal precedent in California, known as the California Rule, which holds that public employees are covered by an implied contract on their first day of service guaranteeing that the level of pension benefits they earn each year may not be decreased in future years unless replaced by benefits comparable in value for the employee.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F6. Many social workers in CFS, law enforcement, officers in Juvenile Hall and victim advocates in the DA's office are not implementing the CSEC Protocol because they have not seen it. Disagree. The protocol Memorandum of Understanding among the partner agencies that Response: addresses the requirements of Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) 16524, includes protocols related to screening and identification, assessment, multi-disciplinary teaming, and data collection. Each required partner agency per WIC 16524 (Child Welfare, Mental Health, Public Health, Probation, Juvenile Court) has a copy o...
F6
The California Rule is based on a case that was decided before public employees had the right to organize and engage in collective bargaining in California.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
addresses the requirements of Welfare and Institutions Code (WIC) 16524, includes protocols related to screening and identification, assessment, multi-disciplinary teaming, and data collection. Each required partner agency per WIC 16524 (Child Welfare, Mental Health, Public Health, Probation, Juvenile Court) has a copy of the protocol and are in the process of implementing the CSEC Protocol requirements. F7. CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/pr...
F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
develop the Interagency Protocol. It was submitted to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) October 1, 2015 and approved in December 2015. The work of the restructured Steering Committee, now called Human Trafficking Protocol, Policy and Data Committee, is to follow up on the Protocol and make changes as needed. This committee has followed-up with interagency partners to help assist them in creating their own CSEC plans and protocols. However, there is no statutory requirement for interagency partners to submit their own CSEC plan or protocols to CFS.
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F8
Negotiating the terms of future pension benefits to be earned could result in substantial cost savings for the County if permitted by a court ruling.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
finding. Respondent agrees that CFS is the mandated agency to receive all child abuse referrals. CFS is required to run a 24 hour Child Abuse Hotline and receive all suspected child abuse referrals from Law Enforcement and other mandated reporters through the hotline. All suspected exploitation of children must be reported to the CFS hotline per Senate Bill 855 (Chapter, 29 Statutes of 2014). F9. Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statues under the Welfare & Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes commi...
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Disagree
Score: -1
Disagree. The Juvenile Hall admits youth based on crimes committed as defined in the Penal Code. Some of those youth whose crimes meet the criteria for detention and/or commitment to Juvenile Hall programs, are also victims of commercial exploitation. Services are provided for youth who are victims of exploitation while they are detained or committed to the facility. The County Probation Department is responsible for Wards booked on a criminal charge into the Juvenile Hall following arrest by local police agencies. There are occasions where Wards are booked into the Hall, initially on a crimin...
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City of Antioch
July 26, 2016
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5 pages
• 3 responses
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Score: +2
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3 responses to findings and recommendations
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
: "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." The City agrees with this finding.
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
: "Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide."
٠ The City partially disagrees with this finding. It is not the practice of the Antioch Police Department to arrest and book juveniles for infractions or any other crimes in order to provide the County with an opportunity to provide them services. In fact, Juvenile Hall is often reluctant to acc...
R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
: "City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves of CSEC training programs formulated by CFS." The recommendation has not yet been implemented but will be implemented at such time a Countywide CSEC Protocol has been developed and adopted. We trust the Grand Jury will find these responses helpful to its endeavor. Sincerely Yours, Wade Harper Mayor, City of Antioch Michael Simmons, Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury Foreperson CC: 725 Court Street, P.O. Box 431, Martinez, CA 94553-0091 [email protected] Steve Duran, City Manager Michael ...
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City of Brentwood
November 11, 2016
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3 pages
• 6 responses
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Score: +3
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6 responses to findings and recommendations
R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
Brentwood is not specifically identified as an interagency partner in the CSEC Protocol. It is unclear at this time if a separate CSEC protocol is warranted. The City of Brentwood will work with CFS to determine how the City of Brentwood should proceed. This analysis will be completed no later than November 11, 2016. <b>Grand Jury Recommendation R9</b> The Board of Supervisors, City Councils and Sheriff's Department should consider recommending that all first responders (usually law enforcement) refer suspected victims of CSEC to specialized and dedicated CSEC personnel, to be established with...
F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City partially disagrees with the finding. The City of Brentwood has not implemented the CSEC Protocol because the City has not seen it. However, the City of Brentwood cannot speak to what the other agencies are doing or not doing in regards to the Protocol. Grand Jury Finding F7 CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee. City Response: The City partially disagrees with the finding. The City of Brentwood has not...
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City partially disagrees with the finding. The City of Brentwood has not been aware of the Protocol. CFS has not contacted the City of Brentwood regarding the Protocol. The City of Brentwood does not have any knowledge as to what communication has occurred between CFS, the Oversight Committee, and their interagency partners. <b>Grand Jury Finding F9</b> Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare & Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the County assesse...
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City disagrees with the finding because it is not able to speak to what other agencies are doing or not doing. The City of Brentwood does not book suspected CSEC victims into Juvenile Hall. Grand Jury Finding F11 No single database covering all CSEC-related arrests, referrals and pending cases exists in the County. <b>City Response:</b> The City agrees with the finding. <b>Grand Jury Finding F14</b> Most County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC lack in-depth CSEC training, necessary facilities for temporarily accommodating the victims and a clear-cut plan of action...
R9
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider the practical and legal issues of supplying Pens for field trips and other off-site school events, and working with school nurses to develop policies and procedures for their use at these events.
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
The recommendation analysis. recommendation would be ideal if CFS is capable of handling these types of referrals. Without more information, the City of Brentwood is unable to implement this recommendation. The City of Brentwood will work with CFS to gain a better understanding of their CSEC Protocol and how law enforcement can refer CSEC victims to their agency. This analysis will be completed no later than November 11, 2016. <b>Grand Jury Recommendation R11</b> City Council and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves to CSEC training programs formulated by CFS....
R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
The recommendation analysis. recommendation would be ideal if CFS is capable of handling these types of referrals. Without more information, the City of Brentwood is unable to implement this recommendation. The City of Brentwood will work with CFS to gain a better understanding of their CSEC Protocol and how law enforcement can refer CSEC victims to their agency. This analysis will be completed no later than November 11, 2016. <b>Grand Jury Recommendation R11</b> City Council and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves to CSEC training programs formulated by CFS....
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City of Clayton
July 20, 2016
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City of Concord
August 16, 2016
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4 pages
• 9 responses
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Score: +2
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9 responses to findings and recommendations
R2
CCCSD and CCWD should explore the feasibility of cooperatively developing an IPR Injection Well Project.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The City of Concord will not implement this recommendation. Agency-specific protocols are often unique to the individual agency and fail to bring consistency to the issue at hand. A unified and thorough approach is needed in order to bring collaboration with public safety partners to positively impact the alarming rate of Human Trafficking occurring throughout the county. It is our recommendation CFS work with CVS and the County Chief's to develop a protocol for all law enforcement agencies in Contra Costa County. A county-wide protocol should be
City of Concord's Response Letter to May 11, 2...
F6
Where recycled water can be wheeled to one customer, it could "free up" an equivalent amount of fresh water that could then be wheeled to another customer who might be willing to pay more, thus creating "win-win" results for recycled water projects.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
</b>: The City of Concord agrees with this finding. Finding No. 7: "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." The City of Concord agrees with this finding.
F7
While stormwater capture and reuse has potential for contributing to the County's long-term water needs, the County has focused on NPDES compliance.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
"Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall
Finding No. 9:
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F9
Satellite wastewater treatment plants are feasible in situations where the user is distant from existing recycled water distribution systems, needs water for irrigation, and is able to meet the costs to build and operate the plant.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The City of Concord agrees with this finding. Finding No. 11: "No single database covering all CSES-related arrests, referrals and pending cases exists in the County."
R9
The County and Districts should consider meeting to discuss each District's need for land for demonstration of scaled-up recycling and desalination projects using green technologies, which may qualify for State grant money, and the County's ability to lease such land.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The City of Concord will not implement this recommendation as it is too vague, requiring more specificity and further analysis. Although the recommendation appears to be valuable, it lacks specificity on who the personnel will be, how they will be specialized, and how victims will be referred to them. Further, it is our recommendation that CVS be involved with this process. The City of Concord is willing to work with whoever is needed to pursue this recommendation. "City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law
Recommendation No. 11:
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F11
Desalination technology continues to evolve, including smaller scale solar powered and HDH ("Dewvaporation") pilot plants, although neither has been developed to full commercialization.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
The City of Concord agrees with this finding. Finding No. 12: "Due to the lack of a single database in the County covering all CSESrelated arrests, referrals and pending cases, the County does not know the number of victims of CSEC and where they are located." The City of Concord agrees with this finding.
R11
The Board of Supervisors should consider designating a single point of contact within County government for water recycle/reuse issues or establishing a permanent water sustainability subcommittee under their Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Committee to advise the committee on water reuse issues.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
The City of Concord agrees with this recommendation although we highly recommend CVS be involved with any such training programs. Guy Swanger, Chief of Police, is available to answer any questions or provide any additional information concerning the above responses or enclosed documents. You can reach him at (925) 671-3193 or by email at [email protected]. Sincerely, Valerie J. Barbne City Manager
F12
Citizen involvement (possibly through an Advisory Council) is a key to getting buy-in for recycle and IPR/DPR projects because it is citizens who pay for, consume, and depend on a reliable source of pure water.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
"County Personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC
Finding No. 13:
are well-meaning, compassionate and dedicated people trying to make the best of a very difficult situation." <b>
F13
There is no single point of contact for water recycle and reuse issues in the County.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
</b> The City of Concord agrees with this finding. "Most County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of
Finding No. 14:
CSEC lack in-depth CSEC training, necessary facilities for temporarily accommodating the victims and a clear-cut plan of action, which lays out how to rescue, protect and serve the victims of CSEC in a manner that is caring and trauma-informed." <b>
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City of El Cerrito
August 17, 2016
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3 pages
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Score: 0
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F7: "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." Response: The City of El Cerrito partially disagrees with Finding #7. The City cannot address the practices of other entities, including the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS). The City of El Cerrito is not a signatory on a CSEC Protocol.
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F9: "Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare & Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide." CITY HALL 10890 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 Telephone (510) 215-4305 Fax (510) 215-4379 http://www.el-cerrito.org EL CERRITO CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE Response: The City of El Cerrito partially disagrees with Finding #9. The City cannot address the practices of other entities, including wh...
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F14: "Most County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC lack in- depth CSEC training, necessary facilities for temporarily accommodating the victims and a clear-cut plan of action, which lays out how to rescue, protect and serve the victims of CSEC in a manner that is caring and trauma-informed." Response: The City of El Cerrito partially disagrees with Finding #14. The City cannot address the practices of other entities, including how other agencies deal with victims of CSEC. The El Cerrito Police Department does work toward protecting and serving the victims of CSEC in a...
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City of Hercules
July 26, 2016
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City of Lafayette
June 20, 2016
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4 pages
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Score: -1
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6 responses to findings and recommendations
R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
City of Lafayette believes that public safety agencies should not adopt their own CSEC protocols and submit them to the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) for approval. Rather, CFS should work with all countywide public safety agencies to adopt a uniform CSEC protocol that would be consistent across the county. Recommendation #9: The Board of Supervisors, City Councils, and Sheriff's Department should consider recommending that all first responders (usually law enforcement) refer suspected victims of CSEC to specialized and dedicated CSEC personnel, to be establ...
F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the CSEC Protocol because they have not yet seen it. Lafayette partially disagrees with Finding #6.
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the Oversight Committee. Lafayette partially disagrees with Finding #7.
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide. Lafayette partially disagrees with Finding #9.
R9
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider the practical and legal issues of supplying Pens for field trips and other off-site school events, and working with school nurses to develop policies and procedures for their use at these events.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
While the recommendation may be an appropriate solution, the CSEC protocol should be determined at the county, not city level. Once a process has been identified, either within or outside of the CSEC protocol, the City of Lafayette will follow appropriate protocols for referring suspected victims of CSEC to other personnel. Recommendation #11: City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves of CSEC training programs formulated by CFS. This recommendation has been implemented. The Lafayette Police Department Response: has and will continue to attend CSEC...
R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
has and will continue to attend CSEC training programs formulated by CFS and other organizations. The City appreciates the time and effort spent by His Honor and the Grand Jury in consideration of these matters. Sincerely, CITY OF LAFAYETTE Made Mark Mitchell Mayor
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City of Martinez
July 20, 2016
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Score: -3
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R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The City of Martinez agrees with this finding. GRAND JURY FINDING #7 "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." City Response: While difficult to answer, as we do not know the practices and protocols of CFS in this matter, we would agree with this finding based on the Grand Jury report.
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F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Martinez agrees with this finding. GRAND JURY FINDING #7 "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." City Response: While difficult to answer, as we do not know the practices and protocols of CFS in this matter, we would agree with this finding based on the Grand Jury report.
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F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Martinez agrees with this finding. GRAND JURY FINDING #7 "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." City Response: While difficult to answer, as we do not know the practices and protocols of CFS in this matter, we would agree with this finding based on the Grand Jury report.
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F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Martinez agrees with this finding. GRAND JURY FINDING #7 "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." City Response: While difficult to answer, as we do not know the practices and protocols of CFS in this matter, we would agree with this finding based on the Grand Jury report.
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R9
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider the practical and legal issues of supplying Pens for field trips and other off-site school events, and working with school nurses to develop policies and procedures for their use at these events.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The City of Martinez agrees with this finding. GRAND JURY FINDING #7 "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." City Response: While difficult to answer, as we do not know the practices and protocols of CFS in this matter, we would agree with this finding based on the Grand Jury report.
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R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The City of Martinez agrees with this finding. GRAND JURY FINDING #7 "CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee." City Response: While difficult to answer, as we do not know the practices and protocols of CFS in this matter, we would agree with this finding based on the Grand Jury report.
Art San Page 2 Grand Jury Report No. 1605, "Caring for Victims" July 20, 2016 GRAND JURY FINDING #9 "Suspected CSEC victims are ...
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City of Oakley
August 09, 2016
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R2
After identifying the necessary funding, the County reclamation districts should collaborate in establishing and supporting a shared website, possibly approaching one of the Districts that already has a website to take the lead. This website should include “Best Practices”, a calendar of date- or seasonal-specific tasks, such as preparation for nesting season when certain work is prohibited, and dates when Subventions Program applications are due, and a common log of significant levee incidents ...
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
not warranted. The City of Oakley believes that public safety agencies should not adopt their own CSEC protocols and submit them to the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) for approval. Rather, CFS should work with all countywide public safety agencies to adopt a uniform CSEC protocol that would be consistent across the County. The Board of Supervisors, City Councils, and
Recommendation #9:
Sheriff's Department should consider recommending that all first responders (usually law enforcement) refer suspected victims of CSEC to specialized and dedicated CSEC perso...
F6
The Army Corp of Engineers inspects federal levees, as well as non-federal levees that qualify for the Rehabilitation and Inspection Program.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the CSEC Protocol because they have not yet seen it. Oakley partially disagrees with Finding #6.
F7
All of our County’s levees are non-federal levees and the only non-federal levees in the County that qualify for participation in the Rehabilitation and Inspection Program are in Holland and Byron Reclamation Districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #7.
F9
LAFCO’s MSR of the reclamation districts, which it performs every 5-years, focuses on financial and administrative management of the districts.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide. Oakley partially disagrees with Finding #9.
R9
The Oakley City Council should direct the Oakley Planning Commission to provide each applicant for new construction or major remodeling within a reclamation district in the City of Oakley with a brochure or direction to an online website explaining levee safety rules and regulations, along with the reasons for same, applicable to their particular reclamation district and to require that each applicant confirm receipt of the brochure or link to website by initialing.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
not warranted. While the recommendation may be an appropriate solution, the CSEC protocol should be determined at the County, not city level. Once a process has been identified, either within or outside of the CSEC
4 protocol, the City of Oakley will follow appropriate protocols for referring suspected victims of CSEC to other personnel. <b>Recommendation #11:</b> City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves of CSEC training programs formulated by CFS. This recommendation has been implemented. The Oakley Response: Police Department has and will cont...
F11
There is no formal or standardized educational or training resource available to the districts for levee inspection, maintenance, and repair, which can support new levee superintendents or managers while they acquire the experience to recognize problems early, learn how to appropriately respond, and learn how to balance environmental regulations with maintenance protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
the County. Oakley agrees with Finding #11.
R11
The City of Oakley should consider following the precedent established by the East Cypress Corridor Project and conditioning approval of proposals for new residential or commercial development, where proposed on Oakley’s annexed land in a reclamation district, on financial support of the existing levees.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
Police Department has and will continue to attend related training programs. Again, we thank you for the opportunity to respond to the Grand Jury's recent Report No. 1605. If you have any questions or need any assistance, 625-7025 directly (925) please contact at me or at [email protected]. Sincerely, men Bryan H. Montgomery City Manager City Council CC:
F12
Levee management requires recognizing seasonal timeframes and juggling multiple deadlines, including preparing for storm season and the “no-mowing” period, when local bird populations nest, as well as timely application for the subvention and/or special projects funding programs.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the number of victims of CSEC and where they are located. Oakley partially disagrees with Finding #12.
F13
Unpermitted encroachments can hinder visual inspection of the levee surface and create new structural weaknesses or potential conduits for seepage.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the best of a very difficult situation. Oakley partially disagrees with Finding #13.
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the victims of CSEC in a manner that is caring and trauma-informed. Oakley partially disagrees with Finding #14.
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City of Orinda
July 20, 2016
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R2
The Antioch Unified School District should contact those schools found not to be in compliance with SB 1266 and ensure they become compliant by the beginning of the 2016-2017 School year. Contra Costa County 2015-2016 Grand Jury Report 1604
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The City of Orinda believes that public safety agencies should not adopt their own CSEC protocols and submit them to the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) for approval. Rather, CFS should work with all countywide public safety agencies to adopt a uniform CSEC protocol that would be consistent across the county. The Board of Supervisors, City Councils, and Sheriff's
Recommendation #9:
Department should consider recommending that all first responders (usually law enforcement) refer suspect...
F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #6.
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #7.
F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #9.
R9
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider the practical and legal issues of supplying Pens for field trips and other off-site school events, and working with school nurses to develop policies and procedures for their use at these events.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
While the recommendation may be an appropriate solution, the CSEC protocol should be determined at the county, not city level. Once a process has been identified, either within or outside of the CSEC protocol, the City of Orinda will follow appropriate protocols for referring suspected victims of CSEC to other personnel.
Recommendation #11:
City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves of CSEC training programs formulated by CFS. This recommendation has been implemented. The Orinda Police Department Response: has and will continue to attend CSEC tra...
R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Unknown
Score: 0
has and will continue to attend CSEC training programs formulated by CFS and other organizations. The City of Orinda appreciates the time and effort spent by His Honor and the Grand Jury in consideration of these matters. Sincerely, City of Orinda Wellow Smit Victoria A. Smith Mayor
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City of Pinole
August 17, 2016
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City of Pittsburg
July 26, 2016
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F6
SB 1266 does not cover California Preschool Instructional Network centers.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #6.
F7
SB 1266 does not require follow up procedures for reporting the use of a Pen.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Pittsburg cannot answer this finding as the City cannot not speak on the behalf of or address findings of another entity. The City is not able to address the practices of CFS or other agencies. Finding #9: Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare & Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide.
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F9
It is unknown whether all of the schools in the West Contra Costa School District are in compliance with SB 1266.
Response: Disagree
Score: -1
disagrees with Finding #9.
R9
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider the practical and legal issues of supplying Pens for field trips and other off-site school events, and working with school nurses to develop policies and procedures for their use at these events.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Pittsburg disagrees with this recommendation and will not be implementing it. The City believes this process should be determined from a County level. We would recommend that CFS identify a process that local agencies can follow for referring suspected CSEC victims to personnel and resources. Recommendation #11: City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves of CSEC training programs formulated by CFS. Response: Pittsburg agrees with this recommendation. The Pittsburg Police Department has provided CSEC and trauma-informed training to staff and will co...
R11
The Contra Costa Office of Education should consider working with the Contra Costa Superintendent of Schools and school nurses to develop policies and procedures for reporting use of the Pens.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
Pittsburg agrees with this recommendation. The Pittsburg Police Department has provided CSEC and trauma-informed training to staff and will continue to do so. This recommendation has been implemented. Respectfully, Joe Sbranti Ofty Manager
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City of Pleasant Hill
July 19, 2016
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Finding 7: CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee. City Response: Agree, the staff of the Pleasant Hill Police Department has not been contact by CFS regarding the protocol.
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
Finding 9: Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare & Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide. City Response: Partially disagree. The Pleasant Hill Police Department does not arrest CSEC victims and does not know whether CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety. 100 Gregory Lane – Pleasant Hill – California 94523-3323 – (925) 671-5270 – FAX (9...
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
Finding 14: Most County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC lack in-depth CSEC training, necessary facilities for temporarily accommodating the victims and a clear-cut plan of action, which lays out how to rescue, protect and serve the victims of CSEC in a manner that is caring and trauma-informed. City Response: Agree RECOMMENDATIONS
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City of Richmond
July 26, 2016
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August 01, 2016
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City of San Ramon
July 19, 2016
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R2
CCCSD and CCWD should explore the feasibility of cooperatively developing an IPR Injection Well Project.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. San Ramon supports the adoption of a uniform, county wide CSEC protocol. San Ramon will continue to utilize all available resources to deliver the most efficient service/care to CSEC victims. R9: The Board of Supervisors, City Councils, and Sheriff's Department should consider recommending that all first responders (usually law enforcement) refer suspected victims of CSEC to specialized and dedicated CSEC personnel, to be established within CFS. The recommendation has been partially implemented. Adoption of a Response: uni...
F6
Where recycled water can be wheeled to one customer, it could "free up" an equivalent amount of fresh water that could then be wheeled to another customer who might be willing to pay more, thus creating "win-win" results for recycled water projects.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the CSEC Protocol because they have not yet seen it. San Ramon partially disagrees with Finding #6.
F7
While stormwater capture and reuse has potential for contributing to the County's long-term water needs, the County has focused on NPDES compliance.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
partially disagrees with Finding #7.
F9
Satellite wastewater treatment plants are feasible in situations where the user is distant from existing recycled water distribution systems, needs water for irrigation, and is able to meet the costs to build and operate the plant.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
procedures from other agencies when addressing CSEC victims. The San Ramon Police attended a summit about Human Trafficking in Contra Costa County, hosted by the District Attorney's Office in January 2015. In the past, San Ramon Police officers authored and executed a search warrant for an investigation of prostitution and human trafficking. During the course of the investigation, the prostitute was believed to be the victim of human trafficking. Victim advocates were contacted and responded to the scene and took the victim to a safehouse. Finding #11: No single database covering all CSEC-rela...
R9
The County and Districts should consider meeting to discuss each District's need for land for demonstration of scaled-up recycling and desalination projects using green technologies, which may qualify for State grant money, and the County's ability to lease such land.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
uniform, countywide CSEC protocol would further refine response to CSEC incidents. R11: City Councils and Sheriff's Department should direct law enforcement to avail themselves of CSEC training programs formulated by CFS. Response: This recommendation has been implemented. CSEC training from CFS would be well received by San Ramon. We trust the Grand Jury will find the responses to this survey helpful to its endeavor. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this response. If you have questions, please contact me or Joseph Gorton, Interim City Manager at 925-973-2530 or [email protected]...
F11
Desalination technology continues to evolve, including smaller scale solar powered and HDH ("Dewvaporation") pilot plants, although neither has been developed to full commercialization.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with the finding #11.
R11
The Board of Supervisors should consider designating a single point of contact within County government for water recycle/reuse issues or establishing a permanent water sustainability subcommittee under their Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Committee to advise the committee on water reuse issues.
Response: Implemented
Score: 0
This recommendation has been implemented. CSEC training from CFS would be well received by San Ramon. We trust the Grand Jury will find the responses to this survey helpful to its endeavor. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this response. If you have questions, please contact me or Joseph Gorton, Interim City Manager at 925-973-2530 or [email protected]. Sincerely, CITY OF SAN RAMON Bill Clarkson Mayor City Council cc: City Manager
F12
Citizen involvement (possibly through an Advisory Council) is a key to getting buy-in for recycle and IPR/DPR projects because it is citizens who pay for, consume, and depend on a reliable source of pure water.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
the number of victims of CSEC and where they are located. San Ramon partially disagrees with finding #12.
F13
There is no single point of contact for water recycle and reuse issues in the County.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
agrees with the finding #13 in principle.
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City of Walnut Creek
August 03, 2016
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R2
CCCSD and CCWD should explore the feasibility of cooperatively developing an IPR Injection Well Project.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. While the recommendation may be an appropriate solution, the City of Walnut Creek has not received any formal communication from CFS, or any other County department, regarding its anticipated role or responsibilities in connection with the CSEC Protocol. A determination by the City as to whether individual public safety agencies should adopt their own CSEC protocols and submit them to the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) for approval cannot be made until the City has had an opportunity to...
F6
Where recycled water can be wheeled to one customer, it could "free up" an equivalent amount of fresh water that could then be wheeled to another customer who might be willing to pay more, thus creating "win-win" results for recycled water projects.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Walnut Creek partially disagrees with this finding. The City of Walnut Creek has no record of the CSEC Protocol having been previously released or otherwise distributed to the City for review by the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS). In connection with the City's receipt of Grand Jury Report No. 1605, the Walnut Creek Police Department requested and received a copy of the CSEC Protocol dated October 1, 2015, from the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office. The City has not received any formal communication from CFS, or any other County depar...
F7
While stormwater capture and reuse has potential for contributing to the County's long-term water needs, the County has focused on NPDES compliance.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Walnut Creek partially disagrees with this finding. The City of Walnut Creek has no record of the CSEC Protocol having been previously released or otherwise distributed to the City for review by the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS). In connection with the City's receipt of Grand Jury Report No. 1605, the Walnut Creek Police Department requested and received a copy of the CSEC Protocol dated October 1, 2015, from the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office. The City has not received any formal communication from CFS, or any other County depar...
F9
Satellite wastewater treatment plants are feasible in situations where the user is distant from existing recycled water distribution systems, needs water for irrigation, and is able to meet the costs to build and operate the plant.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Walnut Creek partially disagrees with this finding. The City of Walnut Creek interacts with and provides services to suspected CSEC victims on a case-by-case basis depending upon the particular circumstances involved in each instance. The City of Walnut Creek is not aware of suspected CSEC victims being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety solely based upon their status as suspected CSEC victims. The City of Walnut Creek does not have any information regarding this finding as it pertains to other parties and cannot address the practices of other parties, incl...
R9
The County and Districts should consider meeting to discuss each District's need for land for demonstration of scaled-up recycling and desalination projects using green technologies, which may qualify for State grant money, and the County's ability to lease such land.
Response: Will Not Implement
Score: -1
This recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. While the recommendation may be an appropriate solution, the City of Walnut Creek has not received any formal communication from CFS, or any other County department, regarding its anticipated role or responsibilities in connection with the CSEC Protocol. A determination by the City as to whether first responders should refer suspected victims of CSEC to specialized personnel within Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) cannot be made until the City has had an opportunity to further review CFS'...
F11
Desalination technology continues to evolve, including smaller scale solar powered and HDH ("Dewvaporation") pilot plants, although neither has been developed to full commercialization.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Walnut Creek agrees with this finding. The City of Walnut Creek is unaware of any single database covering all CSEC-related arrests, referrals and pending cases. Due to the lack of a single database in the County covering all CSEC-related arrests, referrals and
F12.
pending cases, the County does not know the number of victims of CSEC and where they are located. Response: The City of Walnut Creek partially disagrees with this finding. While the City of Walnut Creek in unaware of the existence of a single database covering all CSEC-related arrests, referrals and pending cases in t...
R11
The Board of Supervisors should consider designating a single point of contact within County government for water recycle/reuse issues or establishing a permanent water sustainability subcommittee under their Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Committee to advise the committee on water reuse issues.
Response: Will Implement
Score: +1
This recommendation has not been implemented, but will be implemented in the future. The Walnut Creek Police Department is currently unaware of specific CSEC training programs formulated by the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) but is willing to have appropriate personnel attend any such future training opportunities, to the extent available. The Walnut Creek Police Department will contact CFS regarding future CSEC training opportunities on or before November 1, 2016. The City Council approved this response at their August 2, 2016 regular meeting. Sincerely, En...
F12
Citizen involvement (possibly through an Advisory Council) is a key to getting buy-in for recycle and IPR/DPR projects because it is citizens who pay for, consume, and depend on a reliable source of pure water.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
The City of Walnut Creek partially disagrees with this finding. While the City of Walnut Creek in unaware of the existence of a single database covering all CSEC-related arrests, referrals and pending cases in the County, the City does not have any information as to whether or not the County knows the number of victims of CSEC or where they are located. County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC are well-meaning,
F13.
compassionate and dedicated people trying to make the best of a very difficult situation.
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F13
There is no single point of contact for water recycle and reuse issues in the County.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
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Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
June 06, 2016
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F7. CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee. Response: Agree.
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Disagree
Score: -1
F9. Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare & Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the County assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide. Disagree. As a practice, Deputy Sheriffs do not book juveniles into Response: Juvenile Hall for infractions or misdemeanors. Juvenile offenders are issued a citation and referred to the Juvenile Probation Department. Additionally, at no time are "status offenders" taken to Juvenile Hall per Sheriff...
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Agree
Score: +1
F14. Most County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC lack in-depth CSEC training, necessary facilities for temporary accommodating the victims and a clear-cut plan of action, which lays out how to rescue, protect and serve the victims of CSEC in a manner that is caring and trauma-informed. Response: Agree. <b>RECOMMENDATIONS</b> – California Penal Code Section 933.05(b) requires a response to the designated recommendations of the Grand Jury.
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July 06, 2016
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Town of Moraga
July 13, 2016
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F7
The County has not taken steps to challenge or seek legal clarification of the California Rule in a California court.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F7: CFS, the leader of the Oversight Committee, has not followed up with its interagency partners that have signed off on the Protocol, but have not submitted their own CSEC department plan/protocols to the Oversight Committee. The Town of Moraga partially disagrees with Finding #7. The Town cannot Response: address the practices of other entities, including the Contra Costa County Division of Children and Family Services (CFS).
F9
There are legal avenues open to the County to seek judicial clarification or reform of the rule without subjecting the County to major financial risks if the challenge proves unsuccessful.
Response: Disagree Partially
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F9: Suspected CSEC victims are being arrested and booked into Juvenile Hall for their own safety pursuant to various statutes under the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to infractions and crimes committed by youth, while the county assesses the appropriate health and social services to provide. 329 Rheem Boulevard • Moraga, CA 94556 • (925) 888-7022 • [email protected] • www.moraga.ca.us s na litraran Benterrand a Mendelle California (1988) 883 (1987), pidebaganaragazon bala, <b>mamenorago carta</b> hoothe and excisit services to provide. intractions and common committed by youth, whi...
F14
Education about the potential danger of unpermitted encroachments can be a highly effective management tool for mitigating this type of hazard because increased understanding of the potential consequences of such encroachments can support longer-term adherence to levee regulations and protocols.
Response: Disagree Partially
Score: 0
F14: Most County personnel and law enforcement dealing with victims of CSEC lack in-depth CSEC training, necessary facilities for temporarily accommodating the victims and a clear-cut plan of action, which lays out how to rescue, protect and serve the victims of CSEC in a manner that is caring and trauma informed. The Town of Moraga partially disagrees with Finding #14. The Town cannot Response: address the practices of other entities, including how other agencies deal with victims of CSEC. The Moraga Police Department recognizes that these individuals are victims and protects and serves them ...