Yuba County Grand Jury
2021-2022
Findings & Recommendations
3 findings
F1:
The Friends for the Preservation of Yuba County History (FPYCH) is a group of people dedicated to preserve, protect, and study the history of Yuba County. The FPYCH hosts several on-site fundraising events to restore and preserve the HMCC.
F2:
The City of Marysville does not currently have a way for the public to electronically donate money to the HMCC.
F3:
The HMCC sections and pathways are not clearly defined or wheelchair friendly.
Additional Recommendations
2
Not linked to specific findings.
R2:
The YCGJ recommends the City of Marysville create an electronic method for the public to make a monetary donation directly to the HMCC liability account. Such an electronic method should be implemented no later than June of 2023 and communicated to the public. 43
R3:
The YCGJ recommends within the fiscal year of 2024, the city of Marysville actively pursue financial support through grants, state, and federal funding to provide financial assistance for the restoration and preservation of the HMCC.
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Findings & Recommendations
2 findings
F1:
Yuba County has many essential services available for the homeless.
F2:
The Point-in-Time (PIT) homeless count for Yuba County has continued to rise; the 2019 PIT count for Yuba County was 428 people and the total rose to 697 in 2021. 50
Additional Recommendations
2
Not linked to specific findings.
R1:
The YCGJ recommends that the YCBS use all available multimedia sources to educate county residents regarding ongoing and successful programs outlined in the January 2019 Homeless Regional Plan. For example: social media, direct mail campaigns, local radio ads, and newspaper articles. Communication should be published no later than December 2023, and continue quarterly with regular reporting to the community in perpetuity. [Text Wrapping Break]
R2:
In an effort to reduce Yuba County’s overall PIT count, the YCGJ recommends the YCBS continue to approve the allocation of funds for the purchase of locations that can be dedicated to housing for homeless and low-income people, and to assist in the improvement of local homeless facilities. Plans and proposals should be made available for public viewing and comment no later than the beginning of fiscal year 2024.
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Findings & Recommendations
3 findings
F1:
A new medical/mental health facility at the YCJ is expected to break ground in 2022. The medical/mental health facility is being funded by a 20 million dollar SB 863 Improvement Grant. There will be a remainder of $735,000 needed, which will be funded by Yuba County.
F2:
The Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program Counselor position at the YCJ has been eliminated. A new position, Drug and Alcohol Treatment Coordinator, will be shared between YCJ, and Probation. As of April 2022, this position has not been created, filled, or announced.
F3:
With the passing of Measure K, the YCJ received $859,100 for fiscal year 2021-2022 and is hiring seven additional positions: one lieutenant, five correctional officers, and one office specialist. 17
Findings & Recommendations
2 findings
F1:
Yuba County has many essential services available for the homeless.
F2:
The Point-in-Time (PIT) homeless count for Yuba County has continued to rise; the 2019 PIT count for Yuba County was 428 people and the total rose to 697 in 2021. 49
Additional Recommendations
2
Not linked to specific findings.
R1:
The YCGJ recommends that the YCBS use all available multimedia sources to educate county residents regarding ongoing and successful programs outlined in the January 2019 Homeless Regional Plan. For example: social media, direct mail campaigns, local radio ads, and newspaper articles. Communication should be published no later than December 2023, and continue quarterly with regular reporting to the community in perpetuity. [Text Wrapping Break]
R2:
In an effort to reduce Yuba County’s overall PIT count, the YCGJ recommends the YCBS continue to approve the allocation of funds for the purchase of locations that can be dedicated to housing for homeless and low-income people, and to assist in the improvement of local homeless facilities. Plans and proposals should be made available for public viewing and comment no later than the beginning of fiscal year 2024.