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PROBATION / PERSONNEL - Chief Probation Officer Pamela Gonzalez
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Requested Action(s)
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a) RESOLUTION - Request adoption of a resolution to amend the FY 2025-26 Position Allocation List (PAL), (Reso #2025-074), by increasing the number of bilingual designations in Budget Unit 2037 - Probation from 4.5 FTE to 6.0 FTE effective 10/28/25
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Financial Impact:
The estimated financial impact to the Public Safety Fund for FY 25/26 is approximately $5,200.
Background Information:
The Probation Department is requesting to increase the number of bilingual designations from 4.5 FTE to 6.0 FTE within Budget Unit 2037 - Probation. If approved, the increase in bilingual designations would better meet operational needs and enhance services to the community.
The Department currently has two (2) employees who have successfully passed the required bilingual exam. Incorporating these individuals as bilingual resources would enhance the Department’s ability to meet the demand for bilingual services across operations and reflect the commitment to equitable access and effective communication.
The Joint Council bargaining unit and the Peace Officers’ Association (POA) have been notified and are in agreement with the requested action.