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SHERIFF'S OFFICE - Sheriff Dave Kain
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Requested Action(s)
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a) TRANSFER OF FUNDS: SHERIFF, B-67 - From Public Safety (106-301900) to Contingency (2002-59000), $5,820.77; and from Contingency (2002-59000) to Special Department Equipment (2072-57608), $5,820.77 (Requires a 4/5's vote)
b) TRANSFER OF FUNDS: B-68 - From Maintenance of Equipment (2072-53170), $2,164.49; Professional/Special Services (2072-53230), $4,000.00; Burial Expense (2072-532302), $1,680.00; Special Department Expense (2072-53280), $13,071.00; Employee Travel/Training (2072-53290) $5,000.00; to Special Department Equipment (2072-57608), $25,915.49 (Requires a 4/5's vote)
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Financial Impact:
A portion of the funds are being transferred from the PG&E Settlement funds to the Coroner Budget for the purchase of a third gurney. The additional funds have been budgeted in the FY 2025/26 budget, with no additional impact on the General Fund.
Background Information:
Fire mitigation and public safety planning extend beyond suppression and prevention efforts and include preparedness for emergency response, fatality recovery, and post-incident investigation. In the event of structure fires, wildfires, vehicle fires, or other catastrophic incidents, coroners and medical personnel rely on specialized transport equipment, including gurneys, to safely recover and transport victims from hazardous environments. These operations are conducted in coordination with fire departments, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and fire investigators to preserve evidence, maintain responder safety, and ensure dignified handling of remains during high-risk incidents. Proper equipment and preparedness are especially important in rural and wildfire-prone regions where emergency resources may be limited, and incidents may involve difficult terrain, prolonged response times, or mass-casualty conditions.
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