Police Facilities in Placer County California Penal Code Section 919 requires the Grand Jury to inspect all local

Plans also are underway to have a neighborhood police office in a new fire station to be built at the intersection of Sunset and Sue. There are 37 line officers, including five sergeants and 28 officers available for street duty. A new Police Chief came on board eight months ago and has reorganized the department to free five officers for patrol duty. The department is up-to-date with the latest and best technical equipment available and the new Chief feels city management is very supportive. Auto theft and theft from vehicles top criminal problems. Gang activity is almost non-existent, due in part to the financial stability of residents, whose median income is $60,000. The involvement of parents and educators in creating acceptable outlets for youthful exuberance is a major factor, since much of the life of the youth community centers around school events and activities that use school and community facilities. There is evidence of increased use of Methamphetamine, primarily in low cost housing areas. This is consistent with the statewide picture. A full time Resource Officer is assigned to Rocklin High School, while another divides his time between the two middle schools. An active D.A.R.E. program is sustained in the elementary schools through sixth grade. The Police Department has an active Explorer Scout cadet program, with 10-12 active members. In general, the new Police Chief appears efficient, experienced and capable. He feels the current personnel of the department are “above average in professional application of police duties and sensitive to the rights and respects of the individual.” 2001-2002 Placer County Grand Jury Final Reports 62 Finding The Placer County Sheriff’s Department and the law enforcement departments in the cities of Auburn, Roseville, Lincoln and Rocklin are doing an excellent job to protect the residents of their particular areas. This is especially worth commendation in the face of expanding population growth as well as increased problems and tensions within our society. The Grand Jury feels that Placer County is fortunate to have such a high degree of dedication and professionalism in its law enforcement personnel.