Board of Supervisors Buck Condit, District 1 Vito Chiesa, District 2 Terry Withrow, District 3 Mani Grewal, District 4*

R1

The SCCGJ recommends that the County Board of Supervisors instruct the Office of the Auditor-Controller to reorganize the end-of-year accounting processes, as well as provide more training to departments on how to use the ERP accurately, in line with the findings of the external auditor. This process should be completed by October 31, 2025, in time to prepare reports for the current fiscal year. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The Board of Supervisors does not have the statutory authority to instruct the Auditor-Controller in the performance of accounting and financial reporting duties. Under California Government Code §§24000 and 26880-26886, the Auditor- Controller is an independently elected county officer responsible for managing these functions. However, the Board acknowledges that steps have already been implemented by the Auditor-Controller to provide enhanced training, additional year- end guidance, and ongoing support for departments.

R1a

The SR911 CEDAC in a leadership role should assemble a multidisciplinary task force from the City of Modesto, Stanislaus County, and include members of the emergency response community in Stanislaus County to comprehensively update the SR911 JPA. This revision task force should be formed by October 31, 2025, with a target completion date for the JPA revisions of April 30, 2026. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The County of Stanislaus and the City of Modesto updated the SR911 JPA through the Fifth Amendment, approved by the Board on June 4, 2024, via Board Resolution 2024-0280.

R1b

The JPA revision task force should make necessary revisions, including but not limited to detailed policy for the role and authority of the SR911 Director by April 30, 2026. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The County of Stanislaus and the City of Modesto updated the SR911 JPA through the Fifth Amendment, approved by the Board on June 4, 2024, via Board Resolution 2024-0280.

R1c

The JPA revision task force, with assistance from the City of Modesto and Stanislaus County legal and purchasing departments, should develop their own comprehensive, detailed RFP process for future use when making major purchases by April 30, 2026. Page <b>5</b> of <b>8</b> Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. Stanislaus County and the City of Modesto, member agencies of the JPA, have established procurement policies and procedures that comply with applicable state laws, including the California Public Contract Code and Government Code, as well as local ordinances. These policies provide comprehensive guidance on competitive bidding, contract administration, and legal compliance, ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in the procurement process. Developing a separate, stand-alone RFP process for the JPA would duplicate existing, legally compliant procedures and could create unnecessary administrative complexity without improving oversight or outcomes. The Board believes the most effective approach is for the JPA to continue utilizing the established procurement processes of its member agencies.

R1d

The JPA revision task force and the Sheriff's Office should address and develop written policy concerning the responsibility for maintaining compliance with CLETS regulations including designating responsibility for performing recurring required audits of security of the CLETS information by April 30, 2026. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) is administered and regulated by the California Department of Justice (DOJ), which establishes all requirements for access, security, and compliance. Oversight of CLETS use and audits is the responsibility of the designated Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) within the authorized law enforcement agency, in this case, the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office, and is subject to DOJ's audit and enforcement processes. The Board of Supervisors has no legal authority to oversee CLETS operations or compliance.

R2

The SCCGJ recommends that the County Board of Supervisors direct the Office of the Auditor Controller to complete its ACFR and Single Audit by June 30, 2025. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. The Board of Supervisors does not have the statutory authority to direct the Auditor-Controller in the performance of accounting and financial reporting duties. Under California Government Code §§24000 and 26880-26886, the Auditor- Controller is an independently elected county officer responsible for managing these functions. However, the Board acknowledges that the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Single Audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, were completed and made publicly available ahead of the June 30, 2025, deadline. Case #25-01GJ - Stanislaus 2030's $5 Million Small Business Loan Program • (Required Response):

R2a

It is recommended that both the Sheriff's Office and County Officials strictly adhere to the requirements included in the letter of March 11, 2025, going forward in order to prevent any further misunderstandings or miscommunications that have resulted in delays in the past. Response: The recommendation has been implemented. County staff continue to adhere to the requirements of the March 11, 2025, letter.

R2b

It is recommended that the Sheriff's Office adhere to usual and customary practices requested by county officials for providing information in advance of public meetings so that information can be reviewed by officials and the public prior to meetings. Response: The Board of Supervisors agrees with this recommendation and recognizes the importance of providing information in advance of public meetings to ensure that County officials and staff have adequate time to review relevant materials. In keeping with established practices, it is incumbent upon county elected officials to adhere to the same board agenda management protocols as county department heads, reinforcing a shared commitment to transparency and effective governance.

R3

Next Street does not appear to be the right entity to advise on running the small business loan fund. Rather the Board of Supervisors and Stan 2030 should spearhead discussions with local lenders about how to design a responsibly managed community development loan fund with a loan loss ration more in line with the US Small Business Administration by November 30, 2025. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. While we support continued collaboration with local lenders to develop responsibly managed loan funds, we recognize that Valley First Credit Union, as a Community Development Financial Institution, has the experience and capacity to structure and manage such funds without the need for additional advisory support from Next Street. Next Street's role is limited to supporting the development of the Stanislaus 2030 Small Business Strategy and Implementation Plan through market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic recommendations. They are not advising the small business loan fund. . Please refer to the letters from Valley First Credit Union and Stanislaus 2030, which provide additional support regarding Next Street's role. Case #25-23GJ - Computer Assisted Emergency Dispatch in Stanislaus County (Required Response):

R3a

Stanislaus County, City of Modesto, and the Sheriff's Office officials should utilize independent outside intervention in the form of professional Page <b>6</b> of <b>8</b> mediators and/or subject matter experts to process interpersonal damages in working relationships of key figures and to provide unbiased information related to product efficacy. The use of outside professional mediators and subject matter experts should commence by October 31, 2025. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. CAD subject matter experts throughout the county, excluding the Sheriff's Office, support the efficacy of the selected CAD system. The Board of Supervisors recognizes the Sheriff is an independently elected official and controls operations of the Sheriff's Office, while remaining committed to working collaboratively with the Sheriff's Office to ensure the continuity of public safety services for the residents of Stanislaus County.

R3b

The Sheriff's Office needs to take a lead role in reconciliation with the other stakeholders and acknowledge that it is only one county department among many with competing interests and must function in a more cooperative, collaborative manner. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not reasonable. Pursuant to California Government Code §§24000, 25303 and 26600- 26616, the Stanislaus County Sheriff is an independently elected county officer with exclusive authority over the management and operations of the Sheriff's Office. The Board encourages continued collaboration and communication among all county departments and stakeholders to promote effective and cooperative public service.

R4

The Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors should initiate action to create a Stanislaus County Sheriff's Oversight Commission and/or an Office of Inspector General pursuant to Government Code §25303.7. This can be accomplished by either an action by the Board of Supervisors or through a vote of county residents. This recommendation should be accomplished by December 31, 2025. Response: The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted. While Sheriff Dirkse has recently announced the creation of a Sheriff's Advisory Council that would include appointed members from each Supervisors' district, this advisory body is established independently by the Sheriff and does not constitute a formal oversight commission or Office of Inspector General as described in California Government Code §25303.7. The establishment of a Sheriff's Oversight Commission or an Office of Inspector General requires either formal action by the Board of Supervisors or approval by a vote of county residents. At this time, the Board of Supervisors has not taken action to create such a commission or office. The Board will continue to evaluate options regarding Sheriff oversight in compliance with state law and in consideration of ongoing developments, while respecting the independent authority of the Sheriff's Office and its current advisory structures. <b>POLICY ISSUE:</b> The SCCGJ studies and investigates citizen complaints and the operations of selected public agencies, publishing its findings, conclusions, and recommendations at the end of each fiscal year. Pursuant to California Penal Code §933 (c), every elected county officer or agency head for which the grand jury has responsibility identified as the subjects of these investigations, are invited or required to respond to the findings and recommendations to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court after the final report is submitted with an information copy of the response sent to the Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors, when identified as the governing body of the public agency, is invited or required to respond no later than 90 days after the final report is submitted. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with acceptance of the SCCGJ 2024-2025 Final Report and the response to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court. <b>BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' PRIORITY:</b> The recommended actions are consistent with the Boards' priority of Delivering Efficient Public Services and Community Infrastructure by responding to the SCCGJ 2024-2025 Final Report within the timeframe required. STAFFING IMPACT: There is no staffing impact associated with the recommended Board actions. CONTACT PERSON: Jody Hayes, Chief Executive Officer Telephone: (209) 525-6333 ATTACHMENT(S): 1. 2024-2025 SCCGJ Final Report 2. Auditor's Response to SCCGJ 2024-2025 Final Report 3. Stanislaus 2030's Response to SCCGJ 2024-2025 Final Report 4. Valley First Credit Union Response to SCCGJ 2024-2025 Final Report