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Richard Halstead wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on June 5, 2024 that “Officials need to tighten the oversight of county-issued credit cards used by nearly 300 employees, according to the Marin County Civil Grand Jury. A new report … recommends a number of changes in the system, most notably transferring full responsibility for administering and policing use … to the county’s Department of Finance.” Read the article here:
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June 10, 2024 · CGJA NewsMarin [County Civil Grand Jury] panel urges better county credit card oversightRichard Halstead wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on June 5, 2024 that “Officials need to tighten the oversight of county-issued credit cards used by nearly 300 employees, according to the Marin County Civil Grand Jury. A new report … recommends a number of changes in the system, most notably transferring full responsibility for administering […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 10, 2024
June 10, 2024 · CGJA NewsFacing ‘Doomsday’ Budget Shortfall, [Humboldt County] Supes Move to Close Some County Offices to the Public on Fridays and Explore Reorganization OptionsRyan Burns wrote in The Lost Coast Outpost on June 5, 2024 that “Humboldt County First District Supervisor Rex Bohn may have been half kidding when referred to yesterday’s special meeting of the Board of Supervisors as “doomsday,” but County Administrative Officer Elishia Hayes wasn’t amused. Fifth District Supervisor Steve Madrone addressed the subject of […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 10, 2024
June 10, 2024 · CGJA NewsGrand jury report: Humboldt County facilities understaffed, repairs neededSage Alexander reported in The Times Standard on May 31, 2024 that “The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury toured county facilities and released a report late Thursday evening. Many of the findings mirror what the jury said in previous years at places … there’s not enough staff.” Read the article here: https://www.times-standard.com/2024/05/31/grand-jury-report-humboldt-county-facilities-understaffed-repairs-needed/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 10, 2024
June 10, 2024 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] teen testifies on e-bike safety before state senatorsCameron MacDonald wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on June 1, 2024 that “San Rafael resident Amelia Stafford … testified before the state Senate Transportation Committee in Sacramento on Tuesday during its review of an Assembly bill that addresses e-bike safety…. In April, the Marin County Civil Grand Jury recommended that local governments prohibit youths […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 10, 2024
June 6, 2024 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco civil grand jury recommends illegal fireworks task forceMegan Rose Dickey wrote in Axios San Francisco on May 30, 2024 that “SanFrancisco’s civil grand jury this week determined that issues with illegal fireworksresult from ‘little to no coordination’ among city departments and recommendedincreasing citywide data collection and analysis….Private fireworks, which areillegal in the city, can start fires, cause injuries, and traumatize children and […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 6, 2024
June 6, 2024 · CGJA NewsHumboldt County Pays Too Much in Rent and Should Probably Consolidate Services Whenever It Can Afford to Do SoLoco staff wrote in The Lost Coast Outpost on May 29, 2024 from a press release that Humboldt County “pays close to $500,000 every month, nearly $6 million per year, to lease office space for employees throughout the County. Would the money be better spent in the long run on owning these facilities instead?” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 6, 2024
June 6, 2024 · CGJA NewsEditorial: Marin [County] public schools should provide suppliesThe Marin Independent Journal Editorial Board wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on May 2, 2024 “When members of the 2023-24 Marin County Civil Grand Jury read a story… about some parents feeling the pinch of the cost of buying school supplies for their kids, something didn’t sound right….As the grand jury’s report states, the […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 6, 2024
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June 2, 2024 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] grand jury urges stronger e-bike restrictions for youthCameron MacDonald wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on April 30, 2024 that “The Marin County Civil Grand Jury is calling on local governments to closely regulate the use of electric bikes by youths. In a new report, the investigative panel recommends that minors under age 16 should be prohibited from operating class 2 e-bikes […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 2, 2024
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June 2, 2024 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] government structure inefficient for seniors in needDick Spotswood wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on April 27, 2024 wrote Marin County’s 2023-24 Civil Grand Jury has issued a compliance report. “Of multiple reviews from last year’s jury findings, the report titled “The Coming Wave of Older Adults — Is Marin Prepared?” has the potential to impact Marin’s largest subgroup: seniors.” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 2, 2024
June 2, 2024 · CGJA NewsMarin [County civil] grand jury: End school supplies solicitationKeri Brenner wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on April 28, 2024 that “Marin parents should not be asked to help provide school supplies, the Marin County Civil Grand Jury said in a new report….The report, “A Free Public Education Includes School Supplies,” said that a number of Marin schools are distributing supply lists to […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 2, 2024
May 29, 2024 · CGJA NewsKern supervisors approve new sewer rates, respond to grand jury’s fireworks reportOn April 24, 2024, John Donegan (Bakersfield Californian) reported that the County Board of Supervisors responded to a 2023-24 grand jury report on the impacts of illegal fireworks. The county has an online reporting system and task force that tracks illegal fireworks and will bolster outreach ahead of the holiday. Read the full article at: […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 29, 2024
May 29, 2024 · CGJA NewsCommunity Law Day Features San Luis Obispo Civil Grand JuryOn Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the San Luis Obispo Superior Court will host ‘Community Law Day,’ according to an official Court press release distributed on 10 April 2024. Recognized annually on May 1 across the United States since 1958, Law Day celebrates the role of law in our society. Activities planned for the free public […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 29, 2024
May 29, 2024 · CGJA NewsDick Spotswood: Keeping score on Marin [County] Civil Grand Jury recommendationsDick Spotswood wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on April 20, 2024 that “Marin County’s well-respected Civil Grand Jury has just issued the first in a series of its 2024 reports:” entitled “What Have They Done? An Update on the Responses to the 2022-2023 Marin County Civil Grand Jury Reports”. Read the article here: https://www.marinij.com/2024/04/20/dick-spotswood-keeping-score-on-marin-civil-grand-jury-recommendations/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 29, 2024
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May 14, 2024 · CGJA NewsSanta Barbara County Civil Grand Jury Calls for Independent Investigators for Jail DeathsGiana Magnoli, in Noozhawk, April 17, 2024, reports that this week the civil grand jury found that the Sheriff-Coroner’s Office’s review of in-custody deaths constitutes a conflict of interest. Another county agency should provide an independent or parallel investigation. Read the full article here: https://www.noozhawk.com/santa-barbara-county-civil-grand-jury-calls-for-independent-investigators-for-jail-deaths/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 14, 2024
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April 17, 2024 · CGJA NewsCalifornia City Hires Another Manager After Latest Contract Negotiations Break Down [Kern County]On 3/19/2024, Brittany Maldonado, CaliforniaCityNews, reported that contract negotiations with a new city manager had failed. A grand jury report released this month referred to the city’s dysfunction, citing the constant turnover in management. Read the full article here: https://www.californiacitynews.org/2024/03/california-city-hires-another-manager-after-latest-contract-negotiations-break-down.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedApril 17, 2024
April 14, 2024 · CGJA NewsCannabis Concerns continue in Calif. City [Kern County]On 3/2//9/24, Patti Orr, Mojave Desert News, reported that a March 7th Kern County Grand Jury report indicated the need to establish and approach consistent cannabis code compliance and enforcement before July 1st of this year including the collection of approximately $500,000 worth of back taxes that is due to the city. Read the full […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedApril 14, 2024
April 11, 2024 · CGJA NewsAt small California airport [El Dorado County] where tall pine trees loom, grand jury sees ‘potential death trap’Reporter Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 3/19/24, writes that “a withering grand jury report found that pilots fly in terror of the very tall pine trees that stand uncomfortably close to the runways” at the county’s Georgetown airport. Read the full story at: https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article286646365.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedApril 11, 2024
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April 1, 2024 · CGJA NewsHow open is Riverside County Sheriff’s Department? Top officials have rare public debate: Exchange prompted by vote on jail death investigationChristopher Damien writing for the Palm Springs Desert Sun, 3/18/24, reported that at the County Board of Supervisors meeting, Undersheriff Don Sharp and Count Supervisor Chuck Washington exchanged views about the high number of deaths in the county jail which had been the subject of a civil grand jury report. Read the full story here. […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedApril 1, 2024
March 29, 2024 · CGJA NewsHow open is Riverside County Sheriff’s Department? Top officials have rare public debate: Exchange prompted by vote on jail death investigationsChirstopher Damien writing for the Palm Springs Desert Sun, 3/18/24, reported that at the County Board of Supervisors meeting, Undersheriff Don Sharp and Count Supervisor Chuck Washington exchanged views about the high number of deaths in the county jail which had been the subject of a civil grand jury report. Read the full story here: […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 29, 2024
March 24, 2024 · CGJA NewsThis San Francisco bakery has sat empty for almost a year. Here’s whyElena Kadvany wrote in The San Francisco Chronicle on March 12, 2024 that “Last April… Brittany Dunn Holden finally found a permanent home for Saltwater Bakeshop. But eleven months later, the bakery is still an empty shell. A 2023 civil grand jury report called Prop H’s timeline “confusing.” There is no “reliable mechanism” to comprehensively […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 24, 2024
March 17, 2024 · CGJA NewsSonoma County highlights critical work of civil grand juries, encourages people to volunteer for serviceOn March 05, 2024, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors adopted a gold resolution proclaiming March as Civil Grand Jury Appreciation Month and endorsed the ongoing drive to recruit new civil grand jurors. Read the full article here: https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/sonoma-county-highlights-critical-work-of-civil-grand-juries-encourages-people-to-volunteer-for-serviceCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 17, 2024
March 15, 2024 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco School District to Overhaul Payroll System, Adopt Frontline Education ERP by 2025Momen Zellmi wrote in BNN on March 4, 2024 that “amid ongoing payroll discrepancies and operational challenges, San Francisco United School District announces a significant shift in its administrative infrastructure… A civil grand jury report criticized the system for its role in exacerbating the district’s recruitment and retention challenges, spotlighting the need for a robust […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 15, 2024
March 12, 2024 · CGJA NewsMendocino County Grand Jurors honoredCarole Hester wrote in The Ukiah Daily Journal on March 3, 2024 that “Annually in California 58 county grand juries investigate and report on the operations of local governments within the county – a process called the “watchdog” function.” The Board of Supervisors of Mendocino County recognized the jury’s work by proclaiming February 2024 “Grand […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 12, 2024
March 10, 2024 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco city workers rally, opposing billions spent on outside contractorsNoah Baustin wrote in The San Francisco Standard on February 27, 2024 that “unions representing San Francisco’s city workers rallied Tuesday to cry foul over the billions of dollars the city spends on outside contractors each year…. A June 2023 civil grand jury report found that the number of vacancies in the city more than […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 10, 2024
March 7, 2024 · CGJA News[San Francisco County] Wants Scrutiny of Nonprofit Contracts. Its Homelessness Agency Wants 5 More Years of No-Bid JobsDavid Mamaril Horowitz wrote in The Frisc on February 26, 2024 that “the Homelessness Oversight Commission monitors the Homelessness and Supportive Housing Department and its nonprofit contractors…. ‘The [commission] is expected to bring a new level of supervision and transparency to HSH’s critical work,’ a civil grand jury report stated last year. The same report […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 7, 2024
March 5, 2024 · CGJA NewsNapa County releases information it is providing to federal investigatorsBarry Eberling wrote in The Napa Valley Register on February 21, 2024 that “…No smoking gun pointing to wrongdoing is immediately apparent among the known documents that Napa County has provided to the federal government in response to three subpoenas….More specifically, it asks for information related to a 2021 grand jury report that criticized county […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 5, 2024
March 1, 2024 · CGJA NewsThe Costly Impact of Ending the Eel River Diversion [for Mendocino [for Mendocino County]Adam Gaska wrote in the Anderson Valley Advertiser on February 16, 2024 that “the Marin County Civil Grand Jury just came out with a report in June 2023 calling into question Marin Water’s ability to meet the goals in their Water Resources Plan 2040.” The author identifies issues for counties in the area. Read the […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMarch 1, 2024
February 27, 2024 · CGJA NewsIf the Russian River Goes Dry, Affluent Marin County Has as Much at Stake as Mendo[Mendocino County]Adam Gaska wrote in the Mendofever on February 18, 2024 that “Marin County Civil Grand Jury just came out with a report in June 2023 calling into question Marin Water’s ability to meet the goals in their Water Resources Plan 2040. The grand jury goes on to advise Marin Water to increase water resiliency….” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 27, 2024
February 23, 2024 · CGJA NewsStallion Springs CSD board [Kern County] plans to discuss grand jury response at Feb. 20 meetingThe Tehachapi News, Feb 17, 2024, reports that resident complaints about the wastewater plant, covered by a civil grand jury report of January 16, is on the agenda for the Feb. 20, meeting of the Board of Directors of Stallion Springs Community Services District. Read the full article at: https://www.tehachapinews.com/news/stallion-springs-csd-board-plans-to-discuss-grand-jury-response-at-feb-20-meeting/article_b9507638-cdde-11ee-95d8-835aa2a0b3c5.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 23, 2024
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February 18, 2024 · CGJA NewsBroken hiring process reveals deeper issues in SF governmentBen Kaplan published an article in The San Francisco Examiner on January 28, 2024 that “According to the mayor’s office …San Francisco’s average time required to hire a new worker has decreasedto about 150 days — a reduction from the shocking 255 days cited in a 2023 civil grand jury report.” Read the full article […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 18, 2024
February 16, 2024 · CGJA NewsSanta Barbara County Report Reveals 60% of People in Jail Custody Have Mental Health ConditionsGiana Magnoli, Noozhawk Executive Editor January 25, 2024, reported that a recent civil grand jury investigation found that hundreds of people in the Santa Barbara County jails have significant mental health issues and need treatment the jail doesn’t provide. Read the full story here. https://www.noozhawk.com/county-report-reveals-60-of-people-in-jail-custody-have-mental-health-conditions/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 16, 2024
February 13, 2024 · CGJA NewsSMART [Marin County] reports ridership growth of 4.5% over pre-pandemic highAdrian Rodriguez reported in The Marin Independent Journal on January 23, 2024 that SMART “recorded its highest ridership numbers last year….In response to a Marin County Civil Grand Jury report … that challenged the agency to detail how it would remain financially viable once the tax expires, SMART staff said ideally it would gain voter […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 13, 2024
February 11, 2024 · CGJA NewsThrowback Thursday: 1924 [Humboldt County] grand jury report urges buying auto parks to boost tourismHeather Shelton wrote in The Times-Standard on January 18, 2024 that “One hundred years ago this week, the Humboldt County Grand Jury released a partial report strongly recommending ‘the acquirement of auto parks by the county and also the retention of many of the old roads which have been superseded by the modern highways.’” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 11, 2024
February 9, 2024 · CGJA News[Marin] County administrator leaves legacy of collaborative expertiseAnnie Song-Hill wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on January 6, 2024 that “Things run so smoothly in Marin County government that you rarely hear about it…According to the Marin County Civil Grand Jury report published two years after the pandemic started, Marin’s rate of 120 infections per 1,000 residents was far lower than other […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 9, 2024
February 6, 2024 · CGJA NewsDignity Health pledges $750K to bolster youth diversion program [in Santa Cruz County]PK Hattis wrote an article in the Santa Cruz Sentinel on December 14, 2023 at 2:39 p.m. noting that Dignity Health Dominican Hospital … has pledged $750,000 to support the county’s response to youth in crisis. “A report this summer from the Santa Cruz County civil grand jury painted a challenging picture when it comes […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 6, 2024
February 5, 2024 · CGJA NewsHundreds of applications for Oakland police dispatchers [Alameda County] were ignoredBrooks Jarosz wrote an article published December 5, 2023 by KTVU FOX 2 that “despite a staffing crisis that has left Oaklands 911 system in disarray, the city failed to review hundreds of applications from people looking to fill empty positions….Councilmember Janani Ramachandran requested the information in October in response to this year’s scathing Alameda […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 5, 2024
February 5, 2024 · CGJA NewsSheriff’s office confirms hunger strike in Santa Cruz jail as inmates say ‘we are treated abominably’Max Chun wrote an article in the Lookout Santa Cruz [County] on December 5, 2023 that “five inmates are on a hunger strike in the Santa Cruz Main Jail, and their complaints mirror many of the issues cited in a civil grand jury report earlier this year. Read the full article here: https://lookout.co/sheriffs-office-confirms-hunger-strike-in-santa-cruz-jail-as-inmates-say-we-are-treated-abominably/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 5, 2024
February 5, 2024 · CGJA NewsSupervisors to Dialogue on Grand Jury Report on Mental Health in the Santa Barbara County JailsJean Yamamura of the Santa Barbara Independent (12/5/23) reported that five deaths in the Santa Barbara County prompted a series of civil grand jury reports earlier this year to illuminate the provision of medical care in the jail. Read the full report at: https://www.independent.com/2023/12/05/supervisors-to-dialogue-on-grand-jury-report-on-mental-health-in-the-santa-barbara-county-jails/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 5, 2024
February 5, 2024 · CGJA NewsThe Riverside County Sheriff’s investigation into voter fraud is a transparent voter intimidation tacticOn Dec. 5, 2023, the Editorial Board of The Highlander, UC Riverside, opined that voter fraud is a fictional problem that has been blown out of proportion on a national scale that Sheriff Chad Bianco is now facilitating. Read the full story here: https://www.highlandernews.org/88796/the-riverside-county-sheriffs-investigation-into-voter-fraud-is-a-transparent-voter-intimidation-tactic/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 5, 2024
February 4, 2024 · CGJA NewsSMART to focus recovery efforts on boosting ridershipAdrian Rodriguez wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on November 23, 2023 that “SMART officials said the best way to win voter support for a sales tax renewal is to keep increasing its ridership….In response to a critical Marin County Civil Grand Jury report, SMART officials said the only viable option to sidestep financial collapse […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 4, 2024
February 2, 2024 · CGJA NewsWhy a Riverside County sheriff’s voter fraud probe worries democracy watchdogsOn November 22, 2023, Jeff Horseman, of the The Press Democrat reported that a civil grand jury probe of the 2020 election found no evidence of fraud in Riverside County despite concerns expressed by some residents. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco said investigating election malfeasance “helps assure residents their election should be safe and secure.” […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedFebruary 2, 2024
January 31, 2024 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco’s hiring process is broken. And it’s dumping your tax dollars in a bonfireThe San Francisco Chronicle Editorial Board wrote on November 4, 2023 that “according to San Francisco Sheriff Paul Miyamoto, getting applicants through his office’s background check process … takes between four to five months. Then … add San Francisco’s glacial civil service hiring process … takes an average of 255 days according to aJune reportfrom […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJanuary 31, 2024
January 31, 2024 · CGJA NewsGrand Jury Finds 24/7 Mental Health Care Badly Needed in Santa Barbara County Jail FacilitiesJuly 27, Rebecca Caraway, of Noozhawk, reported that after investigating in-custody deaths, the grand jury found a lack of communication and mental health training in the two county jails. It recommended monthly reports on the number of people in custody with substance abuse and mental health issues, and that the county work with other agencies […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJanuary 31, 2024
January 31, 2024 · CGJA NewsTsunamis, Sea Level Rise, and Humboldt [County] Bay’s Spent Nuclear Waste SiteThe Lost Coast Outpost published a blog in the The EcoNews Report series October 23, 2023 in which Cal Poly Humboldt Assistant Professor Jennifer Marlow and Graduate Research Assistant Alec Brown join Jen Kalt of Humboldt Waterkeeper to talk about the future risk of climate and coastal hazards to Humboldt Bay. The Humboldt County Civil […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJanuary 31, 2024
January 31, 2024 · CGJA NewsNext stop Petaluma – SMART ok’s north side train station [Marin County report]Noah Abrams wrote an article in the Northern California Public Media Newsletter on October 20, 2023 that “SMART’s board of directors recently approved a trio of funding measures to get work started on the new stop….A recent report from Marin County’s civil grand jury concludes the agency as a whole faces insolvency without a new […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJanuary 31, 2024
January 19, 2024 · CGJA NewsKC (Kern County) Grand Jury Report and Findings discussed at City Council MeetingOn Oct. 17, 2023, Patti Orr, of the Mojave Desert News, reported that the Kern County Grand Jury investigated a citizen’s “compound complaint” regarding how the city has been managed by city managers, finance officers, public works directors and city council members. The complaint detailed 46 areas of concern including water and sewer issues. The […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJanuary 19, 2024
January 7, 2024 · CGJA NewsGrand Jury Finds 24/7 Mental Health Care Badly Needed in Santa Barbara County Jail FacilitiesJuly 27, Rebecca Caraway, of Noozhawk, reported that after investigating in-custody deaths, the grand jury found a lack of communication and mental health training in the two county jails. It recommended monthly reports on the number of people in custody with substance abuse and mental health issues, and that the county work with other agencies […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJanuary 7, 2024
December 31, 2023 · CGJA NewsTsunamis, Sea Level Rise, and Humboldt [County] Bay’s Spent Nuclear Waste SiteThe Lost Coast Outpost published a blog in the The EcoNews Report series October 23, 2023 in which Cal Poly Humboldt Assistant Professor Jennifer Marlow and Graduate Research Assistant Alec Brown join Jen Kalt of Humboldt Waterkeeper to talk about the future risk of climate and coastal hazards to Humboldt Bay. The Humboldt County Civil […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedDecember 31, 2023
December 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsKC (Kern County) Grand Jury Report and Findings discussed at City Council MeetingOn Oct. 17, 2023, Patti Orr, of the Mojave Desert News, reported that the Kern County Grand Jury investigated a citizen’s “compound complaint” regarding how the city has been managed by city managers, finance officers, public works directors and city council members. The complaint detailed 46 areas of concern including water and sewer issues. The […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedDecember 27, 2023
December 23, 2023 · CGJA News‘A deplorable situation’: Grand jury report reveals street paving challenges in the City of San DiegoA recent story that ran on Channel 7 San Diego, by reporter Kelvin Henry reported on a June 2023 San Diego Grand Jury Report. The years-long investigation reveals a lack of funding as a major reason for the “deplorable” road conditions referring to a report dating back as far as 2006. Read the full story […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedDecember 23, 2023
December 19, 2023 · CGJA NewsMarin County emergency services division gets makeoverRichard Halstead wrote in The Marin Independent Journal on October 15, 2023 that “Marin County has reconfigured its Office of Emergency Services with the aim of enhancing its preparedness for the next crisis. A report by the Marin County Civil Grand Jury last year urged officials to consider reorganizing OES’s management structure.” Read the full […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedDecember 19, 2023
December 12, 2023 · CGJA NewsStockton Unified disputes most findings in school safety [San Joaquin County] grand jury reportThe San Joaquin County Grand Jury released a report on school safety during its 2022-2023 term. The report contained recommendations to raise the level of school safety at each of the county’s school districts. The district’s responses to those recommendations are described in the article linked below: https://www.recordnet.com/staff/6995462001/hannah-workman/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedDecember 12, 2023
December 6, 2023 · CGJA NewsOakland [Alameda County] leaders take heat over civil grand jury report criticizing emergency staffing crisisNatalie Hanson reported in The Courthouse News Service on October 3, 2023 that “City leaders in Oakland, California, say they may soon dedicate millions to support an overwhelmed 911 call center, amid a growing political crisis over public safety….The city council voted unanimously Tuesday to approve recommendations…from the Alameda County Civil Grand Jury, following a […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedDecember 6, 2023
November 22, 2023 · CGJA NewsJefferson district responds, generally agrees with [San Mateo] grand juryPeter Tokofsky of the Pacifica Tribune reported on October 3, 3023 that the Jefferson Union High School District agreed with many of the recommendations made by the San Mateo Grand Jury in its report issued in June of 2023. The report, titled “Education is Everyone’s Business: School-Business Partnerships Make an Impact in County’s High Schools,” […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedNovember 22, 2023
November 17, 2023 · CGJA NewsNapa County responds to grand jury’s advice, from firefighting to waterBarry Eberling wrote an article in The Napa Valley Register on September 18, 2023 noting that “County officials, while not always agreeing with the jury, expressed appreciation for the effort….In recent weeks, the Board of Supervisors approved the county’s answers. Read the full article here: https://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/napa-grand-jury-wells-water-wildfires-reentry-juvenile-hall/article_1ea11f7a-5408-11ee-8609-5f040d55bca8.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedNovember 17, 2023
November 13, 2023 · CGJA NewsTODAY in SUPES: [Humboldt County] Board Chair Steve Madrone Apologizes for Cutting Off Public Commenter for Making Bigoted Statements During Last Month’s Meeting, and More [Including a review of recent Civil Grand jury reports]!Isabella Vanderheiden wrote an article in the Lost Coast Outpost on September 12, 2023 noting that the Board of Supervisors “reviewed three recent reports from the 2022-2023 Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury…. Public Information Specialist Cati Gallardo went over the recommendations listed in each report and explained staff’s recommendation to adopt some, but not all, […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedNovember 13, 2023
November 9, 2023 · CGJA NewsSFUSD teacher shortage is far worse than peer districts, data showsAllyson Aleksey wrote in The San Francisco Examiner on September 17, 2023: “In response to a San Francisco civil grand jury report … criticizing the district for its inability to retain qualified teachers, the district stated that ‘the teacher shortage crisis does not belong to SFUSD alone.’ However, San Francisco is faring worse than even […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedNovember 9, 2023
November 7, 2023 · CGJA NewsSanta Cruz County leaders explore potential new jailJesse Kathan wrote in The Santa Cruz Local on September 15, 2023 that Santa Cruz County leaders are exploring the idea of a new jail, on the heels of three recent civil grand jury reports on problems at the 42-year-old Santa Cruz Main Jail at 259 Water Street. Read the full story here: https://santacruzlocal.org/2023/09/15/santa-cruz-county-leaders-explore-potential-new-jail/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedNovember 7, 2023
November 5, 2023 · CGJA NewsCalifornians paid more than a $1B into 911 over the years as oversight falls behindNBC Bay Area published an article by Candice Nguyen, Jeremy Carroll and Sean Myers on September 11, 2023 stating State 911 costs skyrocketed as the California Office of Emergency Services failed to conduct mandated reviews of local 911 centers. A recent [Alameda County] civil grand jury report said Oakland suffers from severe staffing shortages and […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedNovember 5, 2023
October 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] water suppliers respond to dam safety criticismWill Houston wrote an article published in The Marin Independent Journal on September 11, 2023 noting that “Marin County’s two largest water suppliers say they have dam safety strategies in place but intend to update their hazard mitigation plans….The utilities were responding to a Marin County Civil Grand Jury report urging the agencies to prepare […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedOctober 27, 2023
October 24, 2023 · CGJA News[Oakland] Mayor Thao, Councilmembers Announce $2.5 Million Commitment Toward 911 Improvement PlanThe City of Oakland published a press release on September 12, 2023 noting that it announced an additional investment of $2.5 million over the next two years to strengthen Oakland’s 911 response system. The announcement was made as the City continues to develop its timely response to the recent Alameda County Grand Jury report that […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedOctober 24, 2023
October 20, 2023 · CGJA NewsHumboldt County supervisors talk grand jury recommendations on facilities, departmentsJackson Guilfoil wrote an article in The Eureka Times-Standard published on September 12, 2023 noting that “the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors unanimously accepted a staff report that both accepted and rejected several recommendations from the Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury regarding improvements to county facilities, emergency preparedness and Child Abuse Services Team.” Read the […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedOctober 20, 2023
October 15, 2023 · CGJA News[Stanislaus County] Grand Jury Finds Some Officers Non-CompliantThe July 12, 2023 issue of the Oakdale Leader reported on a recently released Stanislaus County Civil Grand Jury report, the report of which stated that “…some Oakdale Police Department officers were found to be out of compliance for mandated Domestic Violence training requirements.” The Oakdale Police Chief Jerry Ramar did release a statement regarding […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedOctober 15, 2023
October 12, 2023 · CGJA NewsOakdale police officers were out of compliance in state-mandated training, [Stanislaus County] grand jury saysIn a July 3 article by Erin Tracy in the Modesto Bee she wrote “The Stanislaus County Civil Grand Jury found that as many as half of the Oakdale Police Department’s officers were out of compliance with state-mandated training over a period of several years. The investigation was prompted by a complaint by an Oakdale […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedOctober 12, 2023
October 1, 2023 · CGJA NewsScotts Valley pushes back on [Santa Cruz] Civil Grand Jury’s housing critiquesDrew Penner wrote an article in The Press Banner published on September 1, 2023 that “Scotts Valley Council members recently got a look at the City’s response to the … Civil Grand Jury report that was highly critical of the municipality’s failure to build its fair share of housing over the years, contributing to California’s […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedOctober 1, 2023
September 28, 2023 · CGJA News[Oakland in Alameda County] risks losing state funds if 911 response times aren’t improved within a yearPolice1.com published an article by Shomik Mukherjee on September 1, 2023 that the “The Oakland Police Department has one year to speed up its notoriously slow emergency response times….The department’s slow 911 response has been the subject of public scrutiny for the past several years, including in two recent civil grand jury reports.” Read the […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedSeptember 28, 2023
September 20, 2023 · CGJA NewsMonterey County looking to address noise ordinance violations after [Civil] grand jury reportKion 46 News Channel published an article by Austin Castro on August 29, 2023 noting that “the Monterey County Board of Supervisors responded to a Civil Grand Jury Report surrounding the community’s noise ordinance” by looking to close some loopholes and reduce the number of noise ordinance violations. Read the full story here: https://kion546.com/news/2023/08/29/monterey-county-looking-to-address-noise-ordinance-violations-after-grand-jury-report/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedSeptember 20, 2023
September 17, 2023 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco teachers union rips district spending in new report [in response to Civil Grand Jury report]Allyson Aleksey wrote in the San Francisco Examiner on August 28, 2023 that the United Educators of San Francisco released a report responding to statements from SFUSD about the San Francisco Civil Grand Jury’s report released in June. The report alleges “that SFUSD has long mishandled money leaving schools hamstrung for cash as they enter […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedSeptember 17, 2023
September 14, 2023 · CGJA NewsEditorial: Review of Marin DA’s workload is a good idea [as noted in Marin County Civil Grand Jury Report]. So is making the report public.The Editorial Board of The Marin Independent Journal published an article on August 27, 2023 that the “2022-23 Marin County Civil Grand Jury and Marin District Attorney Lori Frugoli have publicly presented conflicting evaluations of the backlog of cases facing county prosecutors, defense lawyers and Marin’s courts.” The Editorial Board believes the consultant’s report should […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedSeptember 14, 2023
September 11, 2023 · CGJA NewsNovato mobile park makes a strong case [in response to Marin County Civil Grand Jury report]Dick Spotwood wrote an article in the Marin Independent Journal, published August 19, 2023, noting that the controversy regarding the report continues with competing financial results from the mobile home park and the City of Novato. The article pointed out that Novato is the only city in Marin County that has no audited financial statements. […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedSeptember 11, 2023
September 7, 2023 · CGJA NewsAlameda County DA hit with nepotism allegation [referencing Alameda County Civil Grand Jury reports]KTVU published an article by staff on August 16, 2023 noting “Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price faces new criticism because she hired her boyfriend to work in the office… Alameda County has faced criticisms for nepotism and other ethical dilemmas dating back 10 years.” Several civil grand reports (2013 and 2018) found issues with […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedSeptember 7, 2023
August 29, 2023 · CGJA NewsSMART to launch sales tax renewal efforts in response to [Marin County] grand jury reportWill Houston wrote an article in The Marin Independent Journal on August 16, 2023 which noted that the SMART Board of Directors voted Wednesday to accept all the recommendations by the Marin County Civil Grand Jury, which called on the agency to prepare to successfully pass a future sales tax renewal. Read the full story […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedAugust 29, 2023
August 24, 2023 · CGJA News[Novato] City works up retort to ‘ridiculous’ report [by Marin Civil Grand Jury]Will Houston reported in The Marin Independent Journal on August 6, 2023 that The Novato City Council is meeting this month to discuss a rebuttal to the Civil Grand Jury report. The report said the city knew about “its financial struggles…for more than a decade but “has not taken sufficient measures to resolve them.” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedAugust 24, 2023
August 9, 2023 · CGJA NewsPearl in Peril: [Nevada County] Grand Jury report looks at health of Donner Lake.Sara Jackson in a special report to the Sierra Sun, commented on a recent Nevada County Grand Jury report that looked at the health of Donner Lake, “the go-to spot for residents, vacationers, and tourists looking to sunbathe, swim, fish, and paddleboard amongst its beautiful alpine setting.” Read the full article here: https://www.sierrasun.com/news/pearl-in-peril-grand-jury-report-looks-at-health-of-donner-lake/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedAugust 9, 2023
August 5, 2023 · CGJA NewsGrand Jury Finds 24/7 Mental Health Care Badly Needed in Santa Barbara County Jail FacilitiesJuly 27, Rebecca Caraway, of Noozhawk, reported that after investigating in-custody deaths, the grand jury found a lack of communication and mental health training in the two county jails. It recommended monthly reports on the number of people in custody with substance abuse and mental health issues, and that the county work with other agencies […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedAugust 5, 2023
August 5, 2023 · CGJA News[Solano County] Grand Jury Reports Dixon Non-responsiveDebra Dingman reported recently in the Dixon Independent Voice that the City of Dixon failed to respond to two reports recently issued by the Solano County Civil Grand Jury. One of them was with respect to a report on “Solano County Wastewater Treatment Plants” and the other dealt with “Noncompliance with Required Responses” to the […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedAugust 5, 2023
July 31, 2023 · CGJA NewsSan Mateo County Civil Grand Jury: More bike safetyCurtis Driscoll, Daily Journal staff, reports on a July 10 report issued by the San Mateo Grand Jury regarding the need for more planning and coordination could be done in the county in support of bike riding safety. The report “…calls for further education, coordinated planning and data keeping across cities, and more enforcement of […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 31, 2023
July 31, 2023 · CGJA NewsEditorial: [Lake County] Grand Jury finds internal audit of Elijah House finances ‘unfinished’ and ‘unavailable’ for reviewThe Editorial Board, Lake County Record-Bee recently ran an editorial related to a 2022-2023 Lake County Grand Jury report on the now closed Elijah House – a homeless shelter. “The report on Elijah house reads like a horror story and like a well-researched cautionary tale of the perils of failing to properly vet a subcontractor […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 31, 2023
July 31, 2023 · CGJA NewsSeaside Officials react after [Monterey] Grand Jury says illegal firework enforcement has “minimal effect”KION 46 News included an article by Dania Romero, June 22, 2024 – “The City of Seaside isn’t doing enough to stop illegal fireworks, according to a recent Grand Jury Report.” The Grand Jury reported that Seaside is a hotspot for illegal fireworks around July 4th; Seaside’s attempts to reduce illegal fireworks had “minimal effect”. […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 31, 2023
July 31, 2023 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco Should Improve Support for Small BusinessesThe Daily Journal ran an article from PR Newswire on June 22, 2023: “The 2022‒2023 San Francisco Civil Grand Jury released its report on City programs to support small businesses.The Jury found that much remains to be done.” Read the full story here: https://www.smdailyjournal.com/news/bay_area/grand-jury-investigates-san-francisco-contracting-for-homelessness-services/article_8eb56d6d-5994-5af5-bcb6-fca3b671666c.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 31, 2023
July 31, 2023 · CGJA NewsSanta Cruz grand jury investigates balance in police surveillance practicesThe Santa Cruz Sentinel released an article by Jessica A. York, June 23, 2023 – “According to a report issued this week by the Santa Cruz County civil grand jury, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office, for one, could take several steps toward increased transparency in its surveillance methodology.” Read the full story here: […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 31, 2023
July 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsSan Francisco hailed effort to cut 255-day wait to hire a city worker. It’s still tied up in red tapeThe San Francisco Chronicle ran an article by Mallory Moench on June 22, 2023. In January, San Francisco Mayor London Breed touted reforms to the hiring process that would slash by 40% the 255 days to hire city workers. The San Francisco Civil Grand Jury report revealed that none of the reforms were implemented. Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 27, 2023
July 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsNew San Francisco Grand Jury Report Finds That 1 in 4 Teachers In City Are UncredentialedThe California Globe published an article by Evan Symon on June 17, 2023 that according to a new report from the City and County of San Francisco Grand Jury, one in four teachers in San Francisco are currently uncredentialed and not qualified to teach. Read the full story here: https://californiaglobe.com/articles/new-city-and-county-of-san-francisco-grand-jury-report-finds-that-1-in-4-teachers-in-city-are-uncredentialled/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 27, 2023
July 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsHumboldt County Elections Office implements key grand jury recommendationThe Times Standard ran an article by Sage Alexander on June 28, 2023 noting that the Civil Grand Jury said the response from the County registrar of voters agreed with report recommendations. The response said that current county election employees can no longer serve on the board of the group that validates election results. Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 27, 2023
July 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsGrand Jury report says Humboldt County is not prepared for major disastersKRCR ranan article by Miranda Angel, June 18, 2023 – Humboldt County is not prepared to deal with a major natural and unnatural disaster, a Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report says. The Grand Jury found no evidence that the master Emergency Operations Plan had been updated since its publication in 2015. Read the full […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 27, 2023
July 23, 2023 · CGJA NewsGrand Jury Investigates San Francisco [County] Contracting for Homelessness ServicesYahoo!Finance ran an article prepared by PrNewswire on June 29, 2023. The 2022–2023 San Francisco Civil Grand Jury released findings that inadequate and inconsistent contracting practices between San Francisco’s Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing and Community Based Organizations have contributed to the failure to solve the homelessness crisis. Read the full story here: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/grand-jury-investigates-san-francisco-140600931.html?.tsrc=fin-srchCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 23, 2023
July 23, 2023 · CGJA NewsCalifornians Are Smoking Less. Why That Means Less Funding for Some [Kern County] Early Childhood ServicesFor KQED July 18, 2023, Ana B. Ibarra reports that since 1998, some of California’s best-known early childhood services have been funded by taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products. Last month, the Kern County grand jury reported that its local First 5 would need to find additional revenue streams. The trend is accelerating following […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 23, 2023
July 23, 2023 · CGJA News[Alameda County] Grand Jury Censures County For Inaction on Santa Rita JailThe Independent ran an article by Larry Altman on July 12, 2023: The “Grand Jury recommended the Board of Supervisors establish the completion of a Mental Health Program Service Unit (MHPSU) at Santa Rita Jail in Dublin as a top priority by all means to avoid further escalation of costs in monies and lives.” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 23, 2023
July 22, 2023 · CGJA NewsMendocino County Grand Jury issues report on Human Resources: ‘Accountability at the County’Karen Rifkin wrote an article in The Ukiah Daily Journal on July 10, 2023 – “Over the past 25 years, Mendocino County has had a staggering total of 19 people leading the Human Resources Department with an average tenure of 1.2 years. Currently, there is no permanent HR Director as the position has been defunded”. […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 22, 2023
July 19, 2023 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] grand jury: Water utilities should fortify dam safety plansThe Marin Independent Journal published an article by Will Houston on July 11, 2023 noting that “Marin County’s dam safety plans are failing to account for more frequent, intense storms brought on by climate change….The agencies’ dam hazard plans do not incorporate the latest science on climate change effects on “atmospheric river” storms.” Read the […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 19, 2023
July 13, 2023 · CGJA NewsGrand Jury: Sheriff’s Office not managing jail costs, assets [Solano County]Daily Republic’s Staff reported recently on a Solano County Grand Jury Report. “The 2022-23 Solano County civil grand jury issued a critical report on how the Sheriff’s Office is managing costs and assets at the local jails…While it might be expected that a dramatic reduction in the number of detainees would result in a similar […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 13, 2023
July 9, 2023 · CGJA News‘An endless loop of failure’: Sacramento County grand jury criticizes homeless responseABC10 news ran a news segment on July 7, 2023 in which they summarized that “The grand jury reports say homelessness in Sacramento County has increased more than 250% since 2018 due in part to too many oversight boards.” See the full story here: https://www.abc10.com/video/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-county-grand-jury-criticizes-homeless-response/103-090ee11b-de43-4f4a-9cf6-c2787c76c1e8Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 9, 2023
July 9, 2023 · CGJA NewsReport: Low staffing, training impacts child abuse investigations [in Humboldt County]The Times Standard ran an article by Sage Alexander on July 6, 2023 reporting that “A Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury report released Wednesday calls for more staffing and training for those who respond to instances of child abuse. The report examined the Humboldt County Child Abuse Services Team or CAST.” Read the full story […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 9, 2023
July 9, 2023 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] grand jury urges SMART to bolster public support for sales tax renewalThe Marin Independent Journal ran an article by Will Houston on July 6, 2023 which indicated that “SMART is running out of time to convince Marin and Sonoma voters to support renewing a critical sales tax to prevent the North Bay passenger rail service from financial collapse, according to a new grand jury report.” Read […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 9, 2023
July 4, 2023 · CGJA NewsShasta County Grand Jury’s Final Report Includes Coroner, Foster Kids, Clear Creek, Enterprise ParkReporting for anewscafe.com on July 2, George Winship described the grand jury’s five investigations: City of Redding work crews discarding and storing debris in Enterprise Park; follow-up look at the Shasta County Coroner’s facilities, staff morale, and work practices; Clear Creek Community Services District accounting problems, and alleged lack of board oversight, improper management practices, […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 4, 2023
July 3, 2023 · CGJA NewsMarin [County] grand jury calls for better coordination of crisis servicesThe Marin Independent Journal ran an article by Richard Halstead, in response to a recently released Marin County Grand Jury report. June 27, 2023 – “Marin County should make it easier for residents with urgent behavioral health needs to receive immediate help, according to a new civil grand jury report….The grand jury is recommending that […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 3, 2023
July 3, 2023 · CGJA NewsMarin [county] grand jury calls for more accessory dwelling units“Accessory dwelling units could help Marin County meet state mandates for creating new housing and officials should do more to promote their creation, a new civil grand jury report concludes. The grand jury notes that the state is requiring the county and its municipalities to allow 14,210 new dwellings by 2031,” states an article in […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 3, 2023
July 3, 2023 · CGJA NewsCivil grand jury finds issues with Sonoma County’s delivery of servicesThe Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury investigated the long-term outsourcing of planning and development services in Petaluma, the financial health of three municipal cemeteries in Sonoma, and the county’s new system of emergency ‘warming centers’ for those without either shelter or heat according to a June 29 report by Marc Albert in Northern California Public […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJuly 3, 2023
June 30, 2023 · CGJA NewsPetaluma is outsourcing its entire planning department, [Sonoma County] civil grand jury report findsJune 27, 2023, Amelia Richardson, of the Petaluma Argus Courier, reports that the grand jury found the city of Petaluma has outsourced its planning department functions to a private firm (Metropolitan Group, also known as M-Group) for the past 14 years. The city failed to conduct formal performance reviews and did not determine the cost-effectiveness […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 30, 2023
June 27, 2023 · CGJA NewsGrand jury faults Sonoma County for lack of warming centers for homeless people during cold weather emergenciesJune 25, 2023, Austin Murphy, of The Press Democrat reported that Sonoma County must do more to help its unhoused residents find warm places to stay during cold weather emergencies. The civil grand jury found that the county lacked a coherent policy for opening warming centers. Read the full account at: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/grand-jury-faults-sonoma-county-for-lack-of-warming-centers-for-homeless-pe/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 27, 2023
June 22, 2023 · CGJA NewsCity Responds to [Yolo County] Grand Jury Report on Tree ProgramThe Davis Vanguard on June 15, 2023 reported on a recently released Yolo County Grand Jury report, resulting from a complaint the grand jury received. The issue addressed the administration and maintenance of street trees, education of homeowners with city trees on their property, issues within Chapters 15 and 37 of the Davis Municipal Code […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 22, 2023
June 14, 2023 · CGJA NewsDeemed ‘too broken to fix,’ San Bernardino County child services is sued on behalf of nearly 6,000 kidsA San Bernardino County Grand Jury report issued in December on the state of the county’s social services department is seeing some action.In a May 25thstory reported in theLos Angeles Timesby staff writerbySalvador Hernandez a federal class-action lawsuit has been filed byA Better Childhood, a nonprofit group that uses civil litigation to push reform in […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 14, 2023
June 14, 2023 · CGJA NewsMore Mental Health Staff, Resources Needed At County Jails: [San Diego] Grand Jury— City News Servicereported that “More mental health clinicians and services are needed in San Diego County jails, according to a report released this week.” Read the full report on Patch San Diego here: https://patch.com/california/san-diego/more-mental-health-staff-resources-needed-county-jails-grand-juryCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 14, 2023
June 14, 2023 · CGJA NewsRiverside County Grand Jury Issues Report in ambulance delaysJeff Horseman ofThe Press-Enterprise reports on a recent Riverside County Grand Jury report indicatingAmbulance delays in dropping off patients at Riverside County hospitals hurt health care.To prevent delays, the grand jury recommended that county supervisors “review, approve, and support” delay-slashing programs. One example is a “safety net ambulance” effort in Corona in which an ambulance […]Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 14, 2023
June 14, 2023 · CGJA NewsRedwood City Voter (San Mateo County) Seeks to Invalidate Local Bond MeasuresOnce a grand juror, always a grand juror! San Mateo grand jury alumnus takes action in this article from California Political Review by Stephen Frank. https://www.capoliticalreview.com/capoliticalnewsandviews/redwood-city-voter-seeks-to-invalidate-local-bond-measures/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 14, 2023
June 14, 2023 · CGJA NewsNevada County Honors Grand JuryAs a tribute to Civil Grand Juries, Nevada County Board of Supervisors declared February as Grand Jury Awareness Month. Read the article at TheUnion.com here https://www.theunion.com/news/grand-jury-awareness-month/article_b76fa68c-a99e-11ed-b0d6-ab71760f1ed3.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 14, 2023
June 14, 2023 · CGJA News[Santa Cruz] Calif. grand jury report eyes anti-recidivism programs to reduce jail needsJessica A. York of the Santa Cruz Sentinel, reported May 29th on a recently issued Santa Cruz Grand Jury report. That report, the result of a tour by the grand jury of the county’s four detention facilities, recommended the County address hiring and retention of the jail’s employees before building a much-needed jail. Read the full report here.Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedJune 14, 2023
May 11, 2023 · CGJA NewsHere’s why you should join a California Grand Jury [Marin County]The Marin Independent Journal ran the following editorial January 25th. https://www.marinij.com/2023/01/25/marin-voice-county-civil-grand-jury-sounds-a-call-to-serve/Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 · CGJA NewsTuolumne County Grand Jury has an impactThe Union Democrat ran this article January 13th showing the positive impact a California Civil Grand Jury can have on local government. Follow the link here. https://www.uniondemocrat.com/news/article_374d9494-93b6-11ed-8246-6b1828240e27.htmlCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 · CGJA NewsSilicon Valley (Santa Clara County) Politicos Could Face Suspension Under New ProposalA policy is being explored to suspend an elected official if the person faces charges from the Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury. https://sanjosespotlight.com/?s=silicon+valley+politicos+could+face+suspension+under+new+proposalCivil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 11, 2023
May 11, 2023 · CGJA NewsMendocino County Grand Jury honored during Grand Jury Awareness monthhttps://www.ukiahdailyjournal.com/2023/03/08/mendocino-county-grand-jurors-honored/ By Carole Hester for The Ukiah Daily Journal, March 8, 2023Civil Grand Jury NewsUncategorizedMay 11, 2023
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