Yolo County Grand Jury
2006-2007
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Findings & Recommendations
3 findings
F1:
Physically, the academy is immaculate, both inside and out. This training facility has been operating continuously since July of 1976 and appears to be very well maintained.
F2:
There is an emphasis on honor, discipline, and tradition.
F3:
There are five research wet cells. These are bioreactors that distribute moisture and nutrients to allow for increased microbial degradation of wastes. It has been shown that the waste decomposes and compacts approximately ten times faster than in a dry cell. There is an added bonus of increased methane gas production, which is being collected and sold commercially, helping to offset the increased cost of maintaining a wet cell and possibly generate a profit, depending on future energy prices.
Findings & Recommendations
9 findings
F1:
The WUSD School Board has a difficult task. No governing board will satisfy every member of the community.
F2:
The new board members and the Superintendent need an opportunity to act and have their decisions evaluated by the community.
F3:
Medical monitoring and medication management occurs throughout the day.
F4:
Crafts, exercise, and other social and recreational activities are available to all.
F5:
Those clients with Alzheimer or Dementia diagnoses have a separate room and special activities consistent with their abilities.
F6:
A morning snack and a full lunch are prepared on site.
F7:
The use of volunteers from surrounding high schools and local colleges, when available, is integral to the program.
F8:
The facility provides relief for the clients’ caregivers and also offers training, support groups, and resource information to them. The program has reduced the number of visits to Emergency Rooms and minimizes hospital stays for this clientele.
F9:
The facility currently has three buses with lifts. These buses have the capacity to transport 18 passengers in each vehicle.
Findings & Recommendations
3 findings
F1:
The new facility consists of three pods. In each pod there are 30 beds, two classrooms, a day room, showers, and an interview room. Yolo County Office of Education (YCOE) provides academic programs for the detained minors. The Staff also provides a Regional Occupational Program (ROP), which includes computer literacy training and resumé composition.
F2:
The California Forensic Medical Group (CFMG) provides medical services. There is a Registered Nurse available during normal administrative hours and on-call services are available after hours.
F3:
The facility provides recreational and entertainment activities. The minors may receive visits from parents or legal guardians once a week during the week and for an hour on weekends. They may write and receive letters and correspondence without limit subject to the screening policies and procedures of the facility.