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COMMITTEE
February 6, 2023
10:30 A.M.
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Supervisor Federal D. Glover, Chair
Supervisor John Gioia, Vice Chair
Agenda Items:Items may be taken out of order based on the business of the day and preference of the Committee
1.Introductions
2.Public comment on any item under the jurisdiction of the Committee and not on this agenda (speakers may be limited
to three minutes).
3.APPROVE Record of Action from the October 24, 2022 meeting. (Page 3)
4.CONSIDER reviewing and approving the fiscal year 2023/24 AB 109 budget proposal totaling $37.3 million, as
recommended by the Community Corrections Partnership-Executive Committee and the County Administrator's
Office. (Paul Reyes, Senior Deputy County Administrator) (Page 6)
5.ACCEPT an update on appointments to the Racial Justice Oversight Body and PROVIDE further direction to staff.
(Paul Reyes, Senior Deputy County Administrator) (Page 53)
6.The next meeting is currently scheduled for March 6, 2023.
7.Adjourn
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Public comment may be submitted via electronic mail on agenda items at least one full work day prior to the published meeting
time.
For Additional Information Contact:
Paul Reyes, Committee Staff
Phone (925) 655-2049, Fax (925) 655-2066
paul.reyes@cao.cccounty.us
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Glossary of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and other Terms (in alphabetical order):
Contra Costa County has a policy of making limited use of acronyms, abbreviations, and industry-specific language in its Board of
Supervisors meetings and written materials. Following is a list of commonly used language that may appear in oral presentations and
written materials associated with Board meetings:
AB Assembly Bill
ABAG Association of Bay Area Governments
ACA Assembly Constitutional Amendment
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
AFSCME American Federation of State County and Municipal
Employees
AICP American Institute of Certified Planners
AIDS Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
ALUC Airport Land Use Commission
AOD Alcohol and Other Drugs
ARRA American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
BAAQMD Bay Area Air Quality Management District
BART Bay Area Rapid Transit District
BCDC Bay Conservation & Development Commission
BGO Better Government Ordinance
BOS Board of Supervisors
CALTRANS California Department of Transportation
CalWIN California Works Information Network
CalWORKS California Work Opportunity and Responsibility
to Kids
CAER Community Awareness Emergency Response
CAO County Administrative Officer or Office
CCHP Contra Costa Health Plan
CCTA Contra Costa Transportation Authority
CCP Community Corrections Partnership
CDBG Community Development Block Grant
CEQA California Environmental Quality Act
CIO Chief Information Officer
COLA Cost of living adjustment
ConFire Contra Costa Consolidated Fire District
CPA Certified Public Accountant
CPI Consumer Price Index
CSA County Service Area
CSAC California State Association of Counties
CTC California Transportation Commission
dba doing business as
EBMUD East Bay Municipal Utility District
EIR Environmental Impact Report
EIS Environmental Impact Statement
EMCC Emergency Medical Care Committee
EMS Emergency Medical Services
EPSDT State Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and
treatment Program (Mental Health)
et al. et ali (and others)
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
F&HS Family and Human Services Committee
First 5 First Five Children and Families Commission
(Proposition 10)
FTE Full Time Equivalent
FY Fiscal Year
GHAD Geologic Hazard Abatement District
GIS Geographic Information System
HCD (State Dept of) Housing & Community Development
HHS Department of Health and Human Services
HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
HIV Human Immunodeficiency Syndrome
HOV High Occupancy Vehicle
HR Human Resources
HUD United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development
Inc. Incorporated
IOC Internal Operations Committee
ISO Industrial Safety Ordinance
JPA Joint (exercise of) Powers Authority or Agreement
Lamorinda Lafayette-Moraga-Orinda Area
LAFCo Local Agency Formation Commission
LLC Limited Liability Company
LLP Limited Liability Partnership
Local 1 Public Employees Union Local 1
LVN Licensed Vocational Nurse
MAC Municipal Advisory Council
MBE Minority Business Enterprise
M.D. Medical Doctor
M.F.T. Marriage and Family Therapist
MIS Management Information System
MOE Maintenance of Effort
MOU Memorandum of Understanding
MTC Metropolitan Transportation Commission
NACo National Association of Counties
OB-GYN Obstetrics and Gynecology
O.D.Doctor of Optometry
OES-EOC Office of Emergency Services-Emergency
Operations Center
ORJ Office of Reentry & Justice
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Psy.D. Doctor of Psychology
RDA Redevelopment Agency
RJOB Racial Justice Oversight Body
RJTF Racial Justice Task Force
RFI Request For Information
RFP Request For Proposal
RFQ Request For Qualifications
RN Registered Nurse
SB Senate Bill
SBE Small Business Enterprise
SWAT Southwest Area Transportation Committee
TRANSPAC Transportation Partnership & Cooperation (Central)
TRANSPLAN Transportation Planning Committee (East County)
TRE or TTE Trustee
TWIC Transportation, Water and Infrastructure Committee
UCC Urban Counties Caucus
VA Department of Veterans Affairs
vs. versus (against)
WAN Wide Area Network
WBE Women Business Enterprise
WCCTAC West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory
Committee
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PUBLIC PROTECTION COMMITTEE 3.
Meeting Date:02/06/2023
Subject:RECORD OF ACTION - October 24, 2022
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: N/A
Referral Name: RECORD OF ACTION - October 24, 2022
Presenter: Paul Reyes, Committee Staff Contact: Paul Reyes, (925) 655-2049
Referral History:
County Ordinance requires that each County body keep a record of its meetings. Though the record need not be verbatim, it
must accurately reflect the agenda and the decisions made in the meeting.
Referral Update:
Attached for the Committee's consideration is the Record of Action for the Committee's October 24, 2022 meeting.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
APPROVE Record of Action from the October 24, 2022 meeting.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
No fiscal impact. This item is informational only.
Attachments
Record of Action - October 24, 2022
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PUBLIC PROTECTION COMMITTEE
RECORD OF ACTION FOR
October 24, 2022
Supervisor Federal D. Glover, Chair
Supervisor John Gioia, Vice Chair
Present: Federal D. Glover, Chair
Candace Andersen, Vice Chair
Staff
Present:
Paul Reyes, Senior Deputy County Administrator
1.Introductions
Convene-10:30 am
2.Public comment on any item under the jurisdiction of the Committee and not on this agenda (speakers
may be limited to three minutes).
No public comment.
3.APPROVE Record of Action from the June 27, 2022 meeting.
Approved as presented.
AYE: Chair Federal D. Glover
Vice Chair Candace Andersen
4.1. CONSIDER interviewing applicants for all (9) Community-based Representative Seats of the Racial
Justice Oversight Body.
2. RECOMMEND candidates to the Board of Supervisors for appointment consideration at their November
8th, 2022 meeting.
The Committee recommended the following appointments:
Seats 1 & 2 – Chala Bonner & Melvin Willis (nominated by Racial Justice Coalition)
Seats 3 & 4 – Ronell Ellis & Michael Pierson (persons with prior personal criminal or
juvenile justice system involvement)
Seats 5, 6, & 7 – Y’nand Burrell, Alisha Jackson, and Cheryl Sudduth (CBO
representatives that work with justice-involved populations)
Seat 8 – Gigi Crowder (representative from faith-based organization)
Seat 9 – Stephanie Medley (CBO rep that provides services to school age youth)
AYE: Chair Federal D. Glover
Vice Chair Candace Andersen Page 6 of 166
Vice Chair Candace Andersen
5.APPROVE the Contra Costa County Emergency Operations Plan and forward to the Board of Supervisors
for adoption.
Approved as presented.
AYE: Chair Federal D. Glover
Vice Chair Candace Andersen
6.The next meeting is currently scheduled for November 28, 2022.
7.Adjourn
Adjourned.
For Additional Information Contact:
Paul Reyes, Committee Staff
Phone (925) 335-1096, Fax (925) 646-1353
paul.reyes@cao.cccounty.us
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PUBLIC PROTECTION COMMITTEE 4.
Meeting Date:02/06/2023
Subject:FY 2023/24 CCP RECOMMENDED BUDGET
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: N/A
Referral Name: AB109 PUBLIC SAFETY REALIGNMENT
Presenter: Paul Reyes, Committee Staff Contact: Paul Reyes, 925-655-2049
Referral History:
On October 14, 2022, budget instructions for the FY 2023/24 AB 109 budget were distributed to the Community Corrections
Partnership (CCP) subscriber list, including Committee members, staff and interested parties, requesting formal submission no
later than November 9, 2022. This year’s budget submission process remains unchanged and continues to illustrate 1) the FY
2022/23 Budget, 2) the "baseline" budget (i.e. the cost of simply maintaining the current level of service in 2023/24 dollars),
and 3) a "program modification" budget to reflect any proposed program additions or deletions for the upcoming year. All
budget requests have been included in a detailed summary (Attachment A) and each individual request has been compiled and
attached to this staff report (Attachment B).
On November 18, 2022, the CCP held a workshop, giving departments and funded agencies an opportunity to present and
discuss budget proposals. Subsequently, a final vote of the CCP-Executive Committee was held on December 2, 2022.
Referral Update:
On December 2, 2022, the CCP-Executive Committee approved a Recommended Budget for fiscal year 2023/24
for consideration by the Public Protection Committee. A summary of the final Recommended Budget and all
budget submissions are included in today's packet for references (Attachments A and B, respectively).
The Recommended CCP Budget being considered today, includes an additional budget augmentation totaling
$1,060,000 for the Public Defender's Office. It was necessary for the County Administrator's Office to include this
additional funding recommendations to address two Board actions taken in July and September 2022.
On July 26, 2022, the Board of Supervisors authorized the addition of a net 3.5 FTE Deputy Public Defenders.
Additional approprations were not provided as part of this action. After reviewing the available FY 2023/24
funding sources, the County Administrator is recommending to fund these positions though AB 109, totaling
$880,000.
On September 13, 2022, the Board of Supervisors discussed the Public Defender's Stand Together Contra Costa
(STCC) program and its associated funding. During the Board discussion, it was noted by staff that 17% of the
STCC cases were currently or previously justice-system involved and would be eligible for continued AB 109
funding. Addtionally, Board of Supervisor's directed staff to maintain the status quo program level for STCC for
FY 2022/23. For FY 2023/24, it is recommended that 17% of the baseline program, totaling $180,000, be funded
through AB 109 which is consistent with the proportion stated by the Public Defender during the September 13th
Board meeting, with the remainder of the STCC program being funded through the Public Defender's existing
General Fund allocation.
Today's action is recommending the Public Protection Committee to approve the FY 2023/24 AB 109 budget
totaling $37.3 million (see attachment A), including the supplemental recommendation of $1,060,000 from the
County Administrator's Office for the Public Defender.
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Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
1. REVIEW and APPROVE the fiscal year 2023/24 AB 109 budget proposal totaling $37.3 million as outlined in Attachment
A, as recommended by the Community Corrections Partnership - Executive Committee and the County Administrator's Office.
2. PROVIDE direction to staff.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
Expenditures
The fiscal year 2023/24 recommended AB 109 Budget is $37.3 million of which approximately 24% ($8.7 million) of the
budget is allocated to community based organizations or other governmental agencies (such as County Office of Education).
The FY 2023/24 budget represents an increase of 9.4% over the current year and is composed of $35.8 million in baseline
budget requests and $1.5 million in program modifications.
Revenue/Funding
The County is estimated to recieve $36.3 million; approximately $35.9 million in FY 2023/24 Base allocation funding and
$340,000 in Growth funding. A moderate use of fund balance would not be necessary to fund the Community Corrections
recommended budget.
Attachments
Attachment A - FY 23/24 CCP Budget Recommnedation
Attachment B - FY 23/24 Budget Requests
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Attachment A
2022/23
ONGOING BASELINE PROG. MOD. TOTAL
PROGRAM EXPENDITURES
Sheriff
Salaries & Benefits 8,678,024 8,763,104 - 8,763,104
Inmate Food/Clothing/Household Exp 456,250 456,250 - 456,250
Monitoring Costs 55,000 55,000 - 55,000
IT Support 40,000 40,000 - 40,000
Behavioral Health Court Operating Costs 80,500 80,500 - 80,500
"Jail to Community" Program 274,188 324,996 324,996
Inmate Welfare Fund re: FCC Ruling 1,101,280 1,360,460 1,360,460
Sheriff Total 10,685,242 11,080,310 - 11,080,310
Probation
Salaries & Benefits 3,096,999 3,032,432 3,032,432
Operating Costs 145,739 190,000 190,000 380,000
Salaries & Benefits-Pre-Trial Services Program 859,103 1,018,051 1,018,051
Operating Costs-Pre-Trial Services Program 69,000 70,635 - 70,635
Probation Total 4,170,841 4,311,118 190,000 4,501,118
Probation - Office of Reentry and Justice
Salaries & Benefits 841,129 824,993 143,920 968,913
Operating Costs 93,000 100,000 30,000 130,000
ORJ Total1 934,129 924,993 173,920 1,098,913
Behavioral Health
Salaries & Benefits 1,767,447 1,892,538 27,571 1,920,109
Operating Costs 1,087,809 1,087,809 - 1,087,809
Behavioral Health Total 2,855,256 2,980,347 27,571 3,007,918
Health Services--Health, Housing, & Homeless
Salaries & Benefits 151,636 157,702 - 157,702
Operating Costs 382,330 382,330 382,330
Health, Housing & Homeless Total 533,966 540,032 - 540,032
Health Services--Detention Health Services
Sal & Ben-Fam Nurse, MDF/WCDF/MCDF 233,598 245,278 - 245,278
Sal & Ben-LVN, WCDF 307,510 322,886 (18,063) 304,823
Sal & Ben-RN, MDF/WCDF/MCDF 530,133 572,544 - 572,544
Sal & Ben-MH Clinic. Spec., WCDF 130,602 137,132 - 137,132
Sal & Ben- Substance Abuse Counselor - - 18,063 18,063
Detention Health Services Total 1,201,843 1,277,840 - 1,277,840
Public Defender
Salaries & Benefits2 3,629,340 4,088,527 1,952,258 6,040,785
Stand Together CoCo3 1,060,087 1,060,087 (880,087) 180,000
Operating/Capital Costs 87,532 111,130 90,000 201,130
Public Defender Total 4,776,959 5,259,744 1,162,171 6,421,915
AB 109 PUBLIC SAFETY REALIGNMENT PROGRAM
FY 2023/24 CCP BUDGET SUMMARY
2023/24 BUDGET REQUEST
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Attachment A
2022/23
ONGOING BASELINE PROG. MOD. TOTAL
PROGRAM EXPENDITURES
AB 109 PUBLIC SAFETY REALIGNMENT PROGRAM
FY 2023/24 CCP BUDGET SUMMARY
2023/24 BUDGET REQUEST
District Attorney
Salaries & Benefits 1,967,632 2,066,014 - 2,066,014
Operating Costs 130,000 130,000 130,000
District Attorney Total 2,097,632 2,196,014 - 2,196,014
EHSD - Re-Entry Systems
Salaries & Benefits 113,659 144,600 - 144,600
Operating Costs 39,781 50,218 - 50,218
EHSD Total 153,440 194,818 - 194,818
EHSD-- Workforce Development Board
Salaries & Benefits 193,503 203,179 - 203,179
Travel 4,160 4,160 - 4,160
EHSD-WDB Total 197,663 207,339 - 207,339
CCC Police Chief's Association
Salaries and Benefits-MHET Teams (3)492,246 492,246 - 492,246
CCC Police Chiefs' Total 492,246 492,246 - 492,246
Community Programs
Employment Support and Placement Srvcs 2,422,740 2,543,877 - 2,543,877
Network System of Services 1,038,924 1,090,870 - 1,090,870
Reentry Success Center 603,000 633,150 - 633,150
Short and Long-Term Housing Access 1,349,858 1,417,351 - 1,417,351
Legal Services 166,610 174,941 - 174,941
Mentoring and Family Reunification 221,793 232,883 - 232,883
Connections to Resources 20,000 20,000 - 20,000
CAB Support (via ORJ)3,000 3,000 - 3,000
Community Programs Total 5,825,925 6,116,072 - 6,116,072
Superior Court
Salaries and Benefits - Pretrial 211,430 219,887 - 219,887
Superior Court Total 211,430 219,887 - 219,887
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 34,136,572 35,800,760 1,553,662 37,354,422
Notes:
3. The original proposal from the Public Defender's Office included no funding from Stand Together Contra Costa. The request has been revised by
the County Administrator's Office to include funding at 17% of baseline totaling $180,000, in line with the portion of program cases that are justice
involved.
2. The Public Defender's salary cost program modication includes the Departments request to increase costs by $1,072,258 and a supplemental
recommendation from the County Administrator's Office of $880,000 to fund 3.5 FTE Deputy Public Defenders.
1. ORJ budget as listed includes costs associated with the Community Corrections subaccount only.
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
- - -
Sergeant Staff Supervision 3.1 346,154 1.00 360,740 1.00 360,740 1.00
Deputy Sheriff Inmate Management 3.1 6,402,274 20.00 6,342,091 20.00 6,342,091 20.00
Deputy Sheriff MHET 3.1 664,610 3.00 634,209 3.00 634,209 3.00
Sheriff's Specialist Alternative Custody progrms 3.1 487,476 3.00 542,795 3.00 542,795 3.00
Senior Clerk Data and Admin Support 3.1 243,665 2.00 272,102 2.00 272,102 2.00
ASA II Administrative Support 3.1 168,520 1.00 210,172 1.00 210,172 1.00
DSW Additional Cleaning/Maintenance 3.1 230,844 2.00 254,246 2.00 254,246 2.00
Lead Cook Food Prep.3.1 134,481 1.00 146,748 1.00 146,748 1.00
- - -
- -
Subtotal 8,678,024 33.00 8,763,104 33.00 - - 8,763,104$ 33.00
OPERATING COSTS -
-
FOOD/CLOTHING/HOUSEHOLD Inmate Management/Welfare 3.1 456,250 456,250 456,250
MONITORING COSTS Inmate Monitoring 3.1 55,000 55,000 55,000
IT SUPPORT Tech. Support 3.1 40,000 40,000 40,000
Behavioral Health Crt. Ops.Overhead for Behavioral Health Court 3.3 80,500 80,500 80,500
Program Administration Jail-to-Communities Programs 5.3 274,188 324,996 324,996
Program Services Inmate Program Services 5.3 1,101,280 1,360,460 1,360,460
-
-
-
Subtotal 2,007,218 2,317,206 - 2,317,206$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 10,685,242$ 33.00 11,080,310$ 33.00 -$ - 11,080,310$ 33.00
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: CCC Office of the Sheriff
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
Please provide a narrative describing the programming is being proposed on the AB 109 Budget Proposal Form.
DEPARTMENT: CCC Office of the Sheriff
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
Budget increase reflects negotiated salary adjustments with all contracts and associated MOUs. Increase in staffing for both service related
contracts to cover post COVID related expenditures to resume full operations.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
N/A
Attachment B
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Contractor Name Program/Function 2022/23 Contract Amount (if
applicable)
2023/24 Proposed Contract
Amount
Variance between 22/23
and 23/24 Amounts
Contra Costa County Office of Education Education and Reentry Services 805,480 893,947 88,467
Jail to Community Reentry Services 274,188 324,996 50,808
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,079,668$ 1,218,943$ 139,275$
Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 List of All Budgeted Contracts (no minimum)
Department:CCC Office of the Sheriff
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
Director Field Services Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 34,209 0.10 37,011 0.10 37,011 0.10
Probation Supervisor I Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 239,911 1.00 213,840 1.00 213,840 1.00
Deputy Probation Officer III Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 2,689,135 12.00 2,600,278 12.00 2,600,278 12.00
DPO III Overtime Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 30,000 N/A 45,000 N/A 45,000 N/A
Clerk Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 93,263 1.00 126,231 1.00 126,231 1.00
IT Support Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 10,481 0.06 10,073 0.06 10,073 0.06
Subtotal 3,096,999 14.16 3,032,432 14.16 - - 3,032,432$ 14.16
OPERATING COSTS -
Office Expense Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 4,000 10,000 10,000
Communication Costs Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 4,500 5,000 5,000
Minor Furniture/Equipment Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 1,000 5,000 5,000
Minor Computer Equipment Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 1,000 10,000 10,000
Food Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 3,000 3,000 3,000
Client Expenses/Incentives Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 3,000 5,000 5,000
Contracts Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 35,000 35,000 35,000
Data Processing Services/Supplies Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 11,239 12,000 12,000
Travel/Training Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 3,000 5,000 5,000
Annual Vehicle Operating Expenses (ISF)Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 80,000 100,000 100,000
New Vehicles Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 140,000 140,000
Stabilzation Resources Post-release Community Supervision 5.1 50,000 50,000
Subtotal 145,739 190,000 190,000 380,000$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 3,242,738$ 14.16 3,222,432$ 14.16 190,000$ - 3,412,432$ 14.16
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: Probation
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2022/23 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
The elements of Public Safety Realignment include the Post-Release Community Supervision (PRCS) of clients released from prison. Those
sentenced to local commitments for crimes that would have previously resulted in prison sentences are released from jail and placed on
Mandatory Supervision, supervised by the Probation Department. Those clients released from prison and jail after completing a term for
violating their parole are also placed on probation supervision. Systems to coordinate and ensure services are available have been developed
and continue to be refined. The goal is to ensure clients have the best possible chance to avoid further negative contact with the justice
system. This could not occur without proper staffing and effective interventions developed in the community with enhanced partnerships.
DEPARTMENT: Probation
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
The Probation Department's 2023/24 baseline allocation of $3,222,432 will provide the following level of service:
Salary and Benefit costs are requested for:
· One (1) FTE Probation Supervisor
· Twelve (12) FTE Probation Officers
·The case load for each AB 109 Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) is 40 to 45 people
·This includes a dedicated DPO to process the reentry of those being released from prison and local jail. This will
include but is not limited to completion of the CAIS risk needs assessment tool, and to begin the
process to ensure the most seamless transition from being in custody and returning to our communities.
· Projected Overtime for AB 109 DPOs
· One (1) FTE clerk
· Partial FTEs for additional management supervision and IT support.
Operating costs of $190,000 are requested for:
· Ongoing vehicle maintenance, equipment, travel, training, communication costs, data processing services, a contract with a Rubicon Programs
Inc. for Restorative Circles, incentives for probation clients including bus/BART tickets and food for weekly "Thinking for a Change" meetings.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
The Probation Department's fleet for PRCS services has reached 10 years of service. To ensure minimum disruption in the delivery of services
to clients, new vehicles are requested. Additionally, Probation would like to provide basic stabalization resources to clients as they reenter the
community (care packages with basic toiletries, and or gift cards for essential clothing/living supplies). These resources will ensure clients are
set up for success upon release.
Attachment B
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Contractor Name Program/Function 2022/23 Contract Amount (if
applicable)
2023/24 Proposed Contract
Amount
Variance between 22/23
and 23/24 Amounts
Rubicon Programs, Inc. (Reentry Success Center)Restorative Circles for Reentry Clients 35,000 35,000 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
35,000$ 35,000$ -$
Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 List of All Budgeted Contracts (no minimum)
Department:Probation
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
Deputy Probation Officer III Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2 770,030 4.00 908,818 4.00 908,818 4.00
Clerk Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2 89,073 1.00 109,233 1.00 109,233 1.00
- -
- -
Subtotal 859,103 5.00 1,018,051 5.00 - - 1,018,051$ 5.00
OPERATING COSTS -
Office Expense Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2 1,000 1,000 1,000
Travel/Training Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2 4,300 5,000 5,000
Contract Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2 45,000 45,000 45,000
Annual Vehicle Operating Expenses (ISF)Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2 18,700 19,635 19,635
-
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal 69,000 70,635 - 70,635$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 928,103$ 5.00 1,088,686$ 5.00 -$ - 1,088,686$ 5.00
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: Pre-Trial Probation
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
The Pretrial Program utilizes an evidence-based risk assessment tool to guide release decisions for adult defendants. The Pretrial Unit works
collaboratively with the Office of Re-entry & Justice, the Public Defender, the District Attorney, and the Sheriff’s Office to provide information
for Own Recognizance Pretrial release for defendants at arraignment. Upon release of a defendant, the Pretrial program also provides
community supervision for approximately 500 pretrial defendants per year.
DEPARTMENT: Pre-Trial Probation
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
The Pre-Trial Program's proposed FY 2023/24 allocation of $1,088,686 will provide the following level of service:
Salary and Benefit costs of $1,018,051 are requested for:
· Four (4) FTE Probation Officers
· One (1) FTE Clerk
Operating costs of $70,635 are requested for:
· $1,000 for Office Expenses.
· One-year contract in the amount of $45,000 for Pre-Trial program evaluation.
· $19,635 for Annual Vehicle Operating Expenses.
· $5,000 for Travel & Training.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 List of All Budgeted Contracts (no minimum)
Contractor Name Program/Function 2022/23 Contract Amount (if
applicable)
2023/24 Proposed Contract
Amount
Variance between 22/23
and 23/24 Amounts
To Be Determined Pretrial Program Evaluator 45,000 45,000 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
45,000$ 45,000$ -$
Department: Pre-Trial Probation
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
ORJ Director ORJ Administration 6.2 253,792 1.00 238,362 1.00 238,362 1.00
ORJ Deputy Dir.ORJ Administration 6.2 203,774 1.00 206,355 1.00 206,355 1.00
Research and Eval. Manager Research and Evaluation 6.3 213,769 1.00 222,527 1.00 222,527 1.00
Projects/Program Coordinator ORJ Administration 6.2 169,794 1.00 157,750 1.00 157,750 1.00
Projects/Program Coordinator ORJ Administration 6.2 90,985 0.50 90,985 0.50
Planner/Evaluator- Level A ORJ Administration 6.2 - 52,935 0.50 52,935 0.50
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal 841,129 4.00 824,993 4.00 143,920 1.00 968,914$ 5.00
OPERATING COSTS -
Communication & Office Supplies 6.2 13,000 15,000 15,000
Data and Evaluation Software 6.3 65,000 85,000 85,000
Student Internship Program 6.3 15,000 - (15,000) (15,000)
Minor Furniture/Equipment 6.3 - 15,000 15,000
Cross-system Partner Trainings on EBPs 6.3 15,000 15,000
ORJ Staff Development & Trainings 6.3 15,000 15,000
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal 93,000 100,000 30,000 130,000$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 934,129$ 4.00 924,993$ 4.00 173,920$ 1.00 1,098,914$ 5.00
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: Probation Office of Reentry & Justice (ORJ)
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
The ORJ will continue to provide administrative support to the community programs funded by AB 109 and various other efforts related to
public safety and social justice. As the ORJ continues to grow into its new permanent home in the Probation department, it does so with a
perspective of its work that has matured beyond its days as a pilot project and is regularly involved in matters that extend beyond AB 109.
Nonetheless, the ORJ continues to prioritize partnerships that enhance reentry service delivery, program coordination, data collection, and
overall understanding of the effectiveness of the County's local justice reform efforts.
DEPARTMENT:
Probation Office of Reentry & Justice (ORJ)
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
As ORJ's office operations and administrative functions continue to be integrated within the Probation Department structure, it will retain the
FY 2022/23 costs which include the following staffing pattern and operational expenditures unique from the rest of the Department:
» ORJ Director - (1.0 FTE)
» ORJ Deputy Director - (1.0 FTE)
» Research and Evaluation Manger - (1.0 FTE)
» ORJ Projects/Program Coordinator - (1.0 FTE)
The ORJ's operational costs that will not be absorbed by the Probation department are expected to be allocated as follows:
» $15,000 for office costs related to communication and supplies
» $85,000 for licensing and other costs related to data collection, program evaluation, and data system management
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
The ORJ, under the leadership of the Probation Department, was most recently charged with leading the implemenation of a data-driven
decisionmaking approach to service delivery with an emphasis on promoting evidence-based practices and program models that will enhance
service quality and improve participant outcomes. Given the growing demands for program evaluation, contract monitoring, quality assurance
and data analysis that are encompassed within this effort, ORJ is seeking additional staff (Program Coordinator (0.5 FTE) and Planner/Evaluator
(0.5 FTE)) to further support full implementation. Additionally, with the hiring of new staff, ORJ is also seeking additional resources for staff
development, training, and crendentialing, office space modification, as well as training funds to further embed evidence-based practices
throughout the reentry service delivery system. This would include trainings made available to both contracted service provider staff and county
agency representatives serving the AB 109 and broader reentry population.
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Department: Behavioral Health Department
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
- -
Patient Financial Specialist 211,469 2.00 222,042 2.00 222,042 2.00
Registered Nurse 192,463 0.75 202,086 0.75 202,086 0.75
Mental Health Clinical Specialists 699,395 5.00 771,083 5.00 771,083 5.00
Community Support Workers 171,973 2.00 180,572 2.00 180,572 2.00
Psychiatrist 59,018 0.20 61,969 0.20 61,969 0.20
Clerk 78,686 1.00 82,620 1.00 82,620 1.00
Evaluators/Planners (MH & AOD)18,620 0.10 19,551 0.10 19,551 0.10
Program Supervisors (MH & AOD)85,748 0.40 90,035 0.40 90,035 0.40
Substance Abuse Counselor (AODS)250,075 2.00 262,579 2.00 27,571 0.20 290,150 2.20
- -
1,767,447 13.45 1,892,538 13.45 27,571 0.20 1,920,108$ 13.65
OPERATING COSTS -
-
Transitional Housing (AODS)219,322 219,322 219,322
Residential Drug Facility (AODS)426,484 426,484 426,484
Outpatient (AODS)89,204 89,204 89,204
Drug Medi-Cal Federal Financial Participation 157,321 157,321 157,321
Lab & Pharmacy 130,000 130,000 130,000
Deputy Sheriff - - -
Vehicle Operating (ISF Fee)24,884 24,884 24,884
Travel Expenses 1,005 1,005
Occupancy Costs 39,589 39,589 39,589
-
1,087,809 1,087,809 - 1,087,809$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
- - - -
2,855,256$ 13.45 2,980,347$ 13.45 27,571$ 0.20 3,007,917$ 13.65
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa Health Services AB109 Services
Behavioral Health Division FY 2023-2024
PROGRAM BUDGET NARRATIVE
2023/2024 Funding Request
The Behavioral Health Division requests $3,007,917 to provide forensic services, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment options, assistance with
establishing a medical/health home, emergency and transitional housing, and benefits assistance to individuals referred from County Probation who
have been released from state prison on post release community supervision, as well as, individuals released from county facilities on mandatory
supervision. This funding request includes a three percent (5%) Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and budget modification requests in staffing costs. The
justification for the additional staff is provided in the narrative below.
SALARY AND BENEFITS - $ 1,920,108
Direct Service Staff
Registered Nurse (0.75 FTE)
The Registered Nurse with psychiatric background provides single point access for medication evaluations, assessments for adherence and effectiveness,
medication education, and linkage to medical care. The Forensic Services nurse coordinates with the Mental Health Clinical Specialist, Psychiatrist and
Probation Officers to address the individual needs of the criminal-justice involved consumer. As the population is increasing, there is a need for
additional nursing hours for comprehensive coordination to navigate multiple systems of care.
Mental Health Clinical Specialist (5 FTE)
Mental Health Clinical Specialists conduct mental health assessments for co-occurring disorders, intensive forensic case management/ group and
individual therapy, including interventions addressing criminogenic factors, coordination and information sharing with County Probation. Assessment
and evaluations are completed for the court as requested. WRAP, Seeking Safety and CBSST groups are offered in probation offices and throughout the
county.
Three Mental Health Clinical Specialist positions (3 FTE) will be added to provide services with the Mental Health Evaluation Team – MHET. The MHET
clinicians will partner with the Sheriff’s department to provide mental health services to individuals with mental illness who engage frequently with the
Sheriff’s department and have frequent contact with Psychiatric Emergency Services; each MHET clinician will be partnered with a Sheriff’s deputy in
each region, East, Central, and West. MHET clinicians will provide mental health assessments, short-term case management, post crisis intervention,
and linkage to services.
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Contra Costa Health Services AB109 Services
Behavioral Health Division FY 2023-2024
Psychiatrist (0.2 FTE)
The Forensic Nurse Practitioner is a substitute for the psychiatrist. The NP provides medication evaluations and prescriptions for psychotropic
medications for probation referred clients who are not currently connected to a county mental health clinic. The NP is able to provide services while the
Forensic team works to stabilize probation clients and lower their risk in the community. In addition, the NP provides consultation to the Forensic RN,
the Mental Health Clinical Specialists, and Probation Officers regarding ongoing treatment options and prognosis for psychiatric disorders and
effectiveness of medications in relation to substance use for individuals with dual diagnosis. This position is a 12 hour/week position.
Substance Abuse Counselor (2.20 FTE)
The Substance Abuse Counselors (SAC) conduct American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria in-custody screenings to determine the best
level of care ; provide individual and group counseling; engage individuals in treatment; develop and implement action plans related to substance use
(SU) intervention and rehabilitation; instruct clients and the community on theories and treatment of SUD; support and collaborate with the Forensic
Team members and coordinate with other alcohol and other drugs system of care providers to support transitions of levels of care; enter data and
report on utilization of services; maintain a client case load of 30 monthly direct counseling contacts. The second Counselo r is integrated with Detention
Health for 2 days only to meet with clients inside the MTZ detention facility and prepare pre-release plans for clients with regards to BH needs. This
counselor is embedded at the West County Reentry Success Center and facilitate groups. Both counselors provide Recovery Support Services at
Homeless Shelters, Probation offices and anywhere in the community as needed by AB109 clients while working with the Behavioral Health Access Line
to ensure timely access to services. An additional .20FTE counselor will be added to the Martinez Detention to support the work of the existing counselor
due to the high number of clients with substance use. Salaries for counselors working in detention include hazard pay differential.
Patient Financial Specialist (formerly the SSI Coordinator/Benefits Specialist – (2 FTE)
The SSI Coordinator/Benefits Specialist performs duties that include completing and submitting SSI/SSDI applications for those who may be eligible,
assisting clients in submitting Medi-Cal, General Assistance or other benefits in which they may be entitled; and linking them to emergency housing. The
Benefits Specialist works with AB109 clients residing in the shelter or referred directly through Probation who may be living in the community. This
position also operates as a key member of the Forensic Services team.
Community Support Workers (2 FTE)
The Community Support Workers (CSW) collaborate with the consumers to encourage community engagement from a peer perspective. The CSWs
support consumers through Health Care Navigation activities, Seeking Safety and individual WRAP sessions and work in coordination with the MHCSs
and RN.
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Contra Costa Health Services AB109 Services
Behavioral Health Division FY 2023-2024
Administration/Support Staff
Senior Clerk (1 FTE)
The Senior Clerk will provide administrative unit support, including monthly Medi-Cal verification, Medi-Cal billing, reviewing various pharmacy reports,
database management, coordinating scheduling, and outreach contact on behalf of the Forensic Team. Due to increase in referrals to this program,
increased outreach and coordination with justice partners, and the added administrative support needed for supporting the MHET staff, we are
requesting an increase in funding for this position from .50 FTE to 1 FTE.
Planner/Evaluator (0.1 FTE)
The Planner/Evaluator will gather, tabulate and analyze data relative to services and provide data outcomes. The Planner/Evaluator may conduct needs
assessment, and will provide additional data tracking, including, but not limited to, SSI status, housing status, Mental Health-AOD-Homeless Referrals, as
collaborating across Homeless, AOD, and Mental Health to pull data regarding interagency service provider utilization.
Program Supervisors (0.4 FTE)
The Program Supervisor attends administrators meetings, receives and processes shelter referrals from probation, reviews utilization reports, and
provides supervision to AB109 shelter case managers.
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Contra Costa Health Services AB109 Services
Behavioral Health Division FY 2023-2024
OPERATING COSTS - $1,087,809
Recovery Residences (Sober Living Environment)
Five beds are dedicated to AB109 clients who are homeless, have recently graduated from residential and outpatient SUD treatment programs at
Uilkema House. Residents may stay for up to 11 months will receive a variety of self-sufficiency services, recovery support and as a result of the DMC-
ODS may continue to receive outpatient services, if needed while residing at Uilkema House. In FY22-23, we added funds to Oxford Houses as an option
for AB109 clients. Oxford Houses are resident-managed sober living environments for individuals in SU remission.
Residential Treatment
Residential SUD treatment will be provided for up to 250 clients with an estimated number of 15,000 bed days. These services will be provided in the
community by Discovery House -a county operated program and through other SUD DMC certified Community-Based Organizations (CBO) under a
contract with Behavioral Health’s Alcohol and Other Drug Services (AODS). With the implementation of the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System
(DMC-ODS), AOD has experienced an increase on the number of clients. We have transitioned from 90-days length of stays to a client-centered
treatment approach in alignment with the ASAM Criteria. Moreover, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) eliminated the restriction on the
number of admissions to residential treatment per year. Because of the CalAIM changes, there has been further recognition that justice involved
populations may require extra time in residential treatment and recovery residences.
Outpatient Treatment
Outpatient treatment will be available for up to 24 clients. Outpatient services will be provided through DMC certified community-based SUD providers
under a contract with Behavioral Health’s AODS. In September 2022, AOD added Options for Recovery in the Concord area. Options is not yet a Drug
Medi-Cal Certified Outpatient Clinic, they were added to expand availability of services for AB109 clients, following the closure of Center Point. Options
for Recovery is an Alameda-based provider which specializes in justice involved population. The DMC Certification period which is done by the
Department of Health Care Services may take up to a year. Outpatient services consist of individual and group counseling sessions and determined by
the ASAM Criteria based on individual needs. Accordingly, the duration of treatment is driven by medical necessity rather than a fixed length of stay.
Outpatient treatment accompanied by Recovery Residences, promote client self-sufficiency, health and recovery.
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Contra Costa Health Services AB109 Services
Behavioral Health Division FY 2023-2024
Drug Medi-Cal Federal Financial Participation (FFP)
While DMC allows counties to draw down Federal funding, a non-federal match is required. AB109 funding is used by AODS to cover the match for every
AB109 client and criminal justice-involved client. Additionally, because DMC only covers treatment and excludes the cost for room and board at
residential facilities, AB109 funds are used for each bed day. In 2019, approximately 95% of AB109 client referred to SUD treatment were Medi-Cal
eligible. In 2020, we did a DMC data claim pull and due to various reasons, a large percentage of claims were disallowed. AB109 is used to cover the cost
incurred by SU providers for services rendered for AB109 clients that were not approved. Similarly, AB109 funding supports non-DMC eligible
(undocumented) criminal justice involved clients. While the number of admissions into residential treatment are no longer restricted, AB109 clients will
still continue to receive extensions and additional admissions through AB109 funding. The figures used in this budget correspond to service utilization in
FY20-21. Additionally, one of the many benefits of the DMC-ODS is that all Community Based Organizations (CBO) were able to renegotiate
reimbursement rates, resulting in higher rates across modalities and already captured in FY19-20, there are no changes this year.
Pharmacy/Lab
Includes medication and lab fees for AB109 clients who are not covered by insurance.
ISF Fee
ISF is an annual fee for vehicle maintenance, insurance, and replacement. ISF charge will allow for replacement of the vehicle at the end of the vehicle
life (90,000 miles) at no cost to the department.
Occupancy
Occupancy costs will provide office and meeting space for Forensic Services staff to meet with clients. Occupancy costs include rent and tenant
improvements. It does not include other items such as utilities, telephone or data lines.
Travel Expenses
Funds will be used to offset travel expenses such as mileage reimbursement and bridge tolls to meetings and clinical appointments on behalf of AB109
clients.
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CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME) - $0
No one-time capital costs are requests for FY 23/24.
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Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
Shelter Case Managers 119,107 2.00 123,871 2.00 123,871 2.00
Evaluator 16,845 0.10 17,519 0.10 17,519 0.10
Program Supervisor 15,685 0.10 16,312 0.10 16,312 0.10
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal 151,637 2.20 157,702 2.20 - - 157,702$ 2.20
OPERATING COSTS -
Homeless Shelter Beds 382,330 382,330 382,330
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal 382,330 382,330 - 382,330$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 533,967$ 2.20 540,032$ 2.20 -$ - 540,032$ 2.20
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Department: Health Housing and Homeless Division
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
The Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Division requests $540,032 to provide emergency shelter, case management, and housing
navigation services to individuals referred from County Probation that have been released from state prison on post release community
supervision, as well as individuals released from county facilities on mandatory supervision. The shelters' mission is to provide safe, interim
housing with comprehensive services, as well as housing navigation services, that assist homeless adults in securing permanent housing that
will end their homelessness.
DEPARTMENT: Health Housing and Homeless Division
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
Salary and Benefits-$157,702 (4% increase over 22-23)
Shelter Case Managers (2 FTE)
Case Managers will provide one-on-one intensive case management services to assist to re-entry residents to successfully integrate back into the
community. Services provided include assistance in securing permanent housing, linkages to education and employment services, life skills, education and
development, and linkages to primary health care. In addition, AB109 dedicated shelter case managers will work closely with the Forensic Team to
coordinate case plans around their housing and other supports. Funds will also be used to offset travel expenses such as mileage reimbursement and bridge
tolls to meetings and clinical appointments on behalf of AB109 clients.
Planner/Evaluator (.1 FTE)
The Planner/Evaluator will gather, tabulate and analyze data relative to services and provide data outcomes. The Planner/Evaluator may conduct needs
assessments, and will provide additional data tracking, including, but not limited to, SSI status, housing status, Mental Health-AOD referrals, as well as
collaborating with community based agencies to pull data regarding interagency service provider utilization.
Program Supervisor (.1 FTE)
The Program Supervisor attends administrators' meetings, receives and processes shelter referrals from Probation, reviews utilization reports, and provides
supervision to AB109 shelter case managers.
Operating Costs - $382,330 (same as 22-23)
Shelter beds
Up to ten beds (for up to a total of 2330 bednights @ a rate of $164.09) are dedicated for homeless AB109 clients on a first come, first served basis. Shelter
services include meals, laundry, case management, healthcare, housing navigation and other support services. The baseline request for 2023-24 ensures
the same level of access for AB109 client placement as in the previous year.
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
- - -
Physician (MD)/Family Nurse Practitioner MDF/WCDF/MCDF 3.3 233,598 1.00 245,278 1.00 245,278 1.00
Licensed Vocational Nurse WCDF 3.3 307,510 2.90 322,886 2.90 (18,063) 2.80 304,823 5.70
Registered Nurse MDF/WCDF/MCDF 3.3 530,133 2.80 572,544 2.80 572,544 2.80
Mental Health Clinical Specialist WCDF 3.3 130,602 1.00 137,132 1.00 137,132 1.00
Substance Abuse Counselor MDF - 18,063 0.20 18,063 0.20
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal 1,201,843 7.70 1,277,840 7.70 - 3.00 1,277,840$ 10.70
OPERATING COSTS -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 1,201,843$ 7.70 1,277,840$ 7.70 -$ 3.00 1,277,840$ 10.70
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: HEALTH SERVICES - DETENTION HEALTH SERVICES
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1 2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
2023/24 Total
Funding Request
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
Please provide a narrative describing the programming is being proposed on the AB 109 Budget Proposal Form.
The FY 23/24 CCP budget request assures Detention Health Services funding to continue the provision of medical and mental health services to
AB109 patients housed in the County's adult detention facilities. These services are provided in accordance with the Board of State Community
Corrections - Title 15, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 4, Article 11 - Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities - Medical/Mental Health
Services. Detention Health Services provides medical/mental health/dental services to incarcerated patients housed at the Martinez Detention
Facility, West County Detention Facility, and the Marsh Creek Detention Facility.
DEPARTMENT: HEALTH SERVICES - DETENTION HEALTH SERVICES
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
Physician (MD)/Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) (1FTE)
Under the direction of the Medical Director, a physician and/or family nurse practitioner (at the direction of a physician) provides direct patient
assessments, initiate diagnostic tests, evaluate findings, prescribe comprehensive multidisciplinary treatment plans, and deliver primary care,
including but not limited to patients with acute and chronic conditions, complicated mental health conditions, and behavioral disorders within
the county jail facilities. The Physician will also evaluate and diagnose patients and prescribe appropriate psychotropic medications as needed in
collaboration with the healthcare team.
Registered Nurse (2.9FTE)
Registered Nurses provide health intake, screening, and assessment of all persons entering detention. RNs collaborate with primary care
providers, dentists, and behavioral health care providers at all three detention sites to ensure continuity, timeliness, and appropriateness of care
to inmate patients. Care may include administration of medication, therapeutic agents, and treatments to incarcerated patients; chronic care
management and follow up including chart review; check & record vital signs, including alcohol/opiate withdrawal monitoring; and provide
inmate patient education and/or discharge planning.
Mental Health Clinical Specialist (1FTE)
The Mental Health Clinical Specialist (MHCS) position is assigned to the three adult detention facilities. The MHCS’s assignments at detention
may include but not limited to, providing mental health screenings and diagnostic behavioral health assessments to patients at intake, providing
follow up sick call visits to patients in custody placements, providing suicide assessments and crisis de-escalation interventions to patients in
crisis, developing safety plans, developing treatment and care plans for patients, facilitating treatment groups, collaborating with detention
health providers, psychiatrists, and custody staff, participating in improvement projects, collaborating with patients to develop discharge and
reentry plans, and collaborating with community partners, outpatient providers, and the patients support system and family members. The
MHCSs will participate in ongoing and mandatory training, administrative and clinical meetings for detention health, CCRMC, and clinics. This
clinician is a part of a multi-disciplinary team that offers psychiatric treatment at the three adult detention facilities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (2.8FTE) *This position was reduced by .1FTE from 22/23 allocation
Under the general supervision of registered nurses or physicians, licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) provide basic level, general nursing care
including applying dressing and bandages, collecting lab specimens, and providing emergency first aid care. LVNs prepare and administer
medication including injections, perform wound care, record vital signs, diabetic check & insulin. LVNs may assist rehabilitation therapists in
occupational, recreational, and industrial therapy programs for inmates at the West County Detention facility.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
The Health Services Department - Detention Health proposes an allocation (baseline + modification) of $1,277,840 that includes additional
substance use disorder supports while sustaining medical/nursing service levels. The proposed program modification reduces nursing by
.1FTE and adds .2 FTE substance use disorder counselor for no net change in total request outside of applicable merit increases and a 5% or
8% COLA (depending on bargaining unit).
Substance Abuse Counselor (.2FTE) - The Substance Abuse Counselor would be assigned to MDF. Assigned duties include: AODS screening of
incarcerated individuals for community based AODS programs, AODS counseling support for the Medication Assisted Treatment program (MAT),
AODS groups and individual AODS services including relapse prevention planning.
Licensed vocation nurse (2.8 FTE) – Please see above for LVN justification. LVN’s remain a line item from the original budget but reduced from
2.9 FTE to 2.8 FTE to accommodate the addition of a SUD counselor without impacting overall budget request.
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
Deputy Public Defender IV ACER 1.2, 2.1 917,177.00 3.00 982,825.06 3.00 982,825 3.00
Legal Assistant ACER 1.2, 2.1 122,723.00 1.00 125,425.26 1.00 125,425 1.00
Case Preparation Assistant ACER 1.2,2.1 254,790 3.00 254,790 3.00
Deputy Public Defender IV Clean Slate 5.2 160,843.00 0.50 163,804.18 0.50 163,804 0.50
Legal Assistant Clean Slate 5.2 218,857.00 2.00 272,861.40 2.00 272,861 2.00
Legal Assistant Clean Slate 5.2 250,850 2.00 250,850 2.00
Forensic Social Work Supervisor Client Support 5.3 176,868.00 1.00 176,645.70 1.00 176,646 1.00
Forensic Social Worker Client Support 5.3 119,138.00 1.00 138,524.40 1.00 138,524 1.00
Senior Forensic Social Worker Client Support 5.3 135,163.00 1.00 152,327.70 1.00 152,328 1.00
Clerk Experienced Level Reentry Program Support 1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3, 63,017.00 1.00 70,881.30 1.00 70,881 1.00
Asst. Public Defender Reentry Program Support 2.1-2.3, 3.3, 4.1, 5.1 313,017.00 1.00 389,786.00 1.00 389,786 1.00
Deputy Public Defender III Early Representation Program 1.2, 5.3 695,570.00 3.00 849,368.00 3.00 849,368 3.00
Legal Assistant Early Representation Program 1.2, 5.3 341,568.00 3.00 376,275.77 3.00 376,276 3.00
Legal Assistant Pre-Trial Services Program 1.2, 2.1 365,399.00 3.00 389,802.00 3.00 389,802 3.00
Deputy Public Defender II Front End Advocacy Team 1.2, 2.1 214,534 1.00 214,534 1.00
Investigator I Front End Advocacy Team 1.2, 2.1 155,778 1.00 155,778 1.00
Legal Assistant Front End Advocacy Team 1.2, 2.1 125,425 1.00 125,425 1.00
Clerk Experienced Level Front End Advocacy Team 1.2, 2.1 70,881 1.00 70,881 1.00
Subtotal 3,629,340 20.50 4,088,527 20.50 1,072,258 9.00 5,160,785$ 29.50
OPERATING COSTS -
Office Expenses and supplies Reentry Programs 1.2,5.3 6,952 15,000 15,000
Training/Travel Reentry Programs 1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3 10,000 20,000 20,000
Clean Slate event supplies & food Clean Slate 5.2 950 3,000 3,000
Mileage Reentry Programs 1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3 15,880 15,880 15,880
Postage for FTA Reduction Program Early Representation Program 1.2, 5.3 1,400 1,800 1,800
Reentry Programs Promotional Materials Reentry Programs 1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3 2,025 5,000 5,000
Bar Membership Dues/Fees Reentry Program Support 1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3 4,950 4,950 4,950
Contracted Service - Uptrust Text
Messaging
Reentry Program Support
1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3, 45,500 45,500 45,500
-
Subtotal 87,657 111,130 - 111,130$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)
Electronic Equipment/Devices Reentry Programs 1.2, 2.1, 5.2, 5.3, 20,000 20,000
Vehicles Client Support 5.3 70,000 70,000
Subtotal - - 90,000 90,000
Total 3,716,997$ 20.50 4,199,657$ 20.50 1,162,258$ 9.00 5,361,915$ 29.50
Department: PUBLIC DEFENDER
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1 2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
2023/24 Total
Funding Request
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC DEFENDER
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
1.ACER. Salary and benefits costs of $1,108,250 are requested for (3) FTE Deputy PD IV Attorneys and (1) FTE Legal Assistant. This program provides for early
representation of in-custody clients at arraignment. ACER furthers the goals of reducing recidivism, reducing pretrial detention rates, reducing unnecessary
court appearances, and facilitating early resolution of cases. All three of our ACER attorneys are now classfied as Deputy Public Defender IVs which is consistent
with the need for experienced attorney staff who have the necessary expertise to represent individuals on a range of criminal cases in arraignment court.
2.Client Support. Salary and benefits costs of $467,496 are requested for (1) Forensic Social Work Supervisor, (1) Senior Forensic Social Worker, and (1) Forensic
Social Worker. Our Forsensic Social work team provides social histories and needs assessments for adult clients to support case dispositions and connect clients
with critical services that result in successful case outcomes in order to reduce recidivism. Our forensic social workers facilitate releases from our local jails, aid
successful pretrial release, and support successful reentry and reintegration. The program furthers the goal of providing and enhancing integrated programs
and services for successful reentry. This year the classification titles for each of our Social Workers changed to a new Forensic Social Worker series which is
specific to the Public Defender's Office and designates the particularized forensic expertise of our team of Social Workers.
3.Clean Slate. Salary and benefits costs of $436,665 are requested for (2) FTE Clean Slate Legal Assistants and (1) .5 FTE Deputy Public Defender IV. The .5 FTE
Clean Slate attorney represents clients in obtaining post-conviction relief. The Clean Slate Program provides extensive community outreach and county-wide
record clearance services. The program furthers the goals of reducing recidivism, providing and enhancing integrated programs and services for successful
reentry.
4.Early Representation Program. Salary and benefits costs of $1,225,644 are requested for (3) Deputy Public Defender III Attorneys and (3) FTE Legal
Assistants. This program furthers the goal of reducing recidivism, reducing pretrial detention rates, reducing unnecessary court appearances, and facilitating
early disposition of cases. EarlyRep is a countywide program which has successfully reduced FTAs in arraignment court in all 3 regions of the county. EarlyRep
services are supplemented by services from the Holistic Intervention Partnership (HIP) team, HIP is funded by JAG funding from the BSCC and will soon be
funded by a new BSCC Propositon 47 grant award. HIP expands the array of EarlyRep services to include funding for housing, treatment, reentry community
navigation, and civil legal aid in collaboration with a broad array of government and community-based partners.
5.Reentry Program Support. Salary and benefits costs of $460,667 are requested for (1) FTE AB109 Program Supervisor and (1) FTE Reentry Clerk. The AB109
Program Supervisor oversees the Reentry Programs Unit and coordinates the Public Defender’s work with various reentry programs countywide in order to
continue and expand our outreach to CBOs, other county agencies, and the greater community to support reentry services for our client population. The
Reentry Clerk supports this work on an administrative level by working closely with the Reentry Programs. This program furthers the goal of reducing
recidivism, reducing pretrial detention rates, reducing unnecessary court appearances, and facilitating early disposition of cases.
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6. Public Defender Legal Assistants. Salary and benefits costs of $389,802 are requested for (3) FTE Public Defender Legal Assistants. This program furthers
the goals of reducing recidivism, reducing pretrial detention rates, reducing unnecessary court appearances, and facilitating early resolution of cases. These
Legal Assistants conduct intake interviews for Public Defender clients, and gathering information critical to support release, placement in residential treatment,
and connection to community-based services for those who come through our arraignment courts.
7. Operating costs. Ongoing operating costs of $111,130 are requested for: office expenses (incl. technology), training and travel for Reentry Unit attorneys and
Legal Assistants, Clean Slate event supplies, mileage for Reentry Unit staff, postage for the Early Representation Program, and promotional materials and virtual
outreach for the Clean Slate and Early Representation Programs, as well as a contract for Uptrust Text messaging.
FY 2022/23 Program Modification Requests
1. ACER. Salary and benefits costs of $254,790 are requested for 3.0 FTE Public Defender Case Preparation Assistants to support ACER and EarlyRep attorneys in each region of
2. Operating Costs: Text messaging system Services ($40,500). Uptrust is a customized text messaging service that sends court date notification text messages to those with
upcoming court dates. This service has been instrumental for clients participating in the Pretrial Services program who are released before trial to attend their court dates
from the community with supervision and support. Uptrust services have contributed to a reduction of failure to appear (FTA) rates in local court and the Uptrust app is now
being customized to link individuals to local community-based services.
3. Capital Costs: We are requesting $70,000 for two vehicles for our social workers to use in the field. This will allow our social work team to effectively meet with clients,
clients' families and support systems, and resource agencies in order to link our clients with necessary community-based services and resources. This will further the goal of
providing and enhancing integrated programs and services for successful reentry.
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 List of All Budgeted Contracts (no minimum)
Contractor Name Program/Function 2022/23 Contract Amount (if
applicable)
2023/24 Proposed Contract
Amount
Variance between 23/24
and 22/23 Amounts
Uptrust, Inc.
Text messaging services for court date
reminders and connections to community-
based services. 40,500 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-$ 40,500$ -$
Department: PUBLIC DEFENDER
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Proposal for Public Defender Clean Slate Legal Assistants
Submitted to the Community Corrections Partnership by the Office of the Public Defender
November 18, 2022
1. Request
The Office of the Public Defender submits this request for $250,850 for 2.0 FTE Clean Slate Unit Legal
Assistants to support the Contra Costa Public Defender Clean Slate Unit.
2. Need
The Clean Slate Unit works to remove barriers that a prior conviction presents to employment, housing,
public benefits, and family reunification by assisting individuals who have a criminal record in Contra
Costa County. Extensive research has shown that removing a prior conviction from a person’s record
fosters success with reentry by removing barriers to housing, benefits, employment, and education.
The unit’s advocates prepare and file a high volume of petitions on behalf of eligible clients who are
entitled to legal remedies including Expungement dismissal, Proposition 47 relief, Proposition 64 relief,
290 registration relief, certificate of rehabilitation, and juvenile record sealing. The unit also conducts
robust community outreach and provides legal advice and education on the benefits of record
clearance. The unit is currently leanly staffed with 2.0 FTE Legal Assistants and 0.5 FTE Deputy Public
Defender funded by AB109.
Since the passage of Prop 47 and due to our extensive community outreach and partnership with AB109
partners, we have seen a drastic increase in demand for Clean Slate relief. This demand has also
remained high because of the enactment of new post-conviction reform over the last several years,
including the passage of Prop 64 (cannabis legalization), SB 384 (lifetime sex registration relief), AB 1869
(elimination of criminal fees) and AB 2147 (relief for CDCR fire camp participants. We also expect a
significant increase in expungement referrals based on the recent enactment of SB 1106, which
eliminates outstanding restitution as a barrier to expungement relief. This new legislation will allow
additional individuals to be eligible for immediate Clean Slate relief. Another factor leading to our high
demand springs from our robust community outreach. In the last year, we have drawn approximately
1000 individuals to our countywide community Clean Slate events.
The number of expungement petitions processed by our Clean Slate Unit has increased year over year.
In 2020, we filed roughly 600 expungement petitions and in 2021, we filed more than 1,400
expungement petitions. We are on pace to file approximately 1400 expungement petitions this year as
well. Demand for Clean Slate relief remains high and exceeds the current unit’s capacity to serve those
who are eligible. Adding two Legal Assistants is necessary to ensure that we can assist those requesting
Clean Slate relief without a lengthy delay and backlog.
3. Budget
Employee Classification Salary and Benefits
2.0 Legal Assistants $125,425 (per FTE)
TOTAL $250,850
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Proposal for Public Defender Case Preparation Assistants
Submitted to the Community Corrections Partnership by the Office of the Public Defender
November 18, 2022
1. Request
The Office of the Public Defender is requesting funding for 3.0 FTE Public Defender Case Preparation
Assistants 1 to support attorneys in the Arraignment Court Early Representation Program (ACER) and
Early Representation Program (EarlyRep) in each region of the County.
2. Need
The attorneys in the ACER and Early Representation programs represent clients at the beginning of the
legal process, either at arraignment on felony cases or pre-arraignment on misdemeanor cases, ensuring
that they are able to connect them with legal services. In that capacity, these attorneys are frequently
tasked with ensuring that case-related discovery is requested and received.
In the last several years, there has been a substantial shift to electronic discovery, including body worn
camera footage, cell phone extraction evidence, and a plethora of video evidence transmitted from a
diverse array of electronic platforms. This sea change for our ACER and EarlyRep attorneys has led to an
increase in the need for attorneys to engage in a variety of case preparation tasks that range from digital
evidence downloading to reviewing evidence from a variety of electronic and digital sources.
ACER and EarlyRep attorneys in each region of the county – central, west, and east – expend many hours
engaged in assimilating electronic media, discovery downloads, and other non-attorney work to ensure
that our office complies with our constitution duties to collect and review all evidence in each case.
The addition of 3.0 FTE Case Preparation Assistants would allow ACER and EarlyRep attorneys to focus
on legal tasks while the Case Preparation Assistants focus on obtaining and organizing the electronic
discovery ensuring that attorneys can provide adequate representation to their clients.
3. Budget
Employee Classification Salary and Benefits
Case Preparation Assistant $84,930/FTE
Total $254,790/3.0 FTE
1 Please note that the Public Defender Case Preparation Assistant Classification will need to be established by
Human Resources prior to recruitment and hiring. This new classification will be largely based on the existing
District Attorney Case Preparation Assistant classification but will be tailored to meet the needs of CCPD.
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Proposal for Public Defender Front-End Advocacy Team (FEAT)
Submitted to the Community Corrections Partnership by the Office of the Public Defender
November 18, 2022
Introduction
When individuals are arrested, they are typically held in jail until their arraignment court date (the first
time that individuals are before a judge). Unless individuals hire private attorneys, they are not
represented until the day of their arraignment court date. This often leaves vulnerable individuals in
custody for several days before meeting with a lawyer.
The Contra Costa Public Defender’s Office (CCPD) proposes an innovative program to reduce pretrial
incarceration by connecting those recently arrested with a legal advocacy team. This holistic, multi-
disciplinary Front-End Advocacy Team (FEAT) will include an attorney, an investigator, a legal assistant,
and clerical support. FEAT will allow individuals who cannot afford a private attorney to have access to
legal representation, mitigation expertise, early investigation, and case management that connects
them with community-based resources. This early intervention approach will reduce pretrial detention,
increase stability for community members who are impacted by the criminal legal system, and will divert
individuals away from the criminal system. The annual cost to fund the FEAT team will be $566,618.
The Need for Front-End Advocacy
CCPD is the front-line of defense for indigent persons who are arrested and jailed in Contra Costa
County. Last year alone, 13,778 cases were referred to our office for legal representation. CCPD has
moved toward a practice that focuses on holistic defense: an interdisciplinary model that looks beyond
an individual’s immediate legal service needs and engages attorneys and non-lawyer specialists to assist
with issues such as housing, mental health treatment, immigration, and public benefits. Holistic defense
has been found to reduce jail populations, reduce future criminal legal system involvement, and to
improve case outcomes and efficiency.1 A great need exists for holistic early advocacy for those in
Contra Costa’s jails between the time of arrest and their first court date.
Approximately 1076 individuals are booked into the local county jail each month.2 The vast majority of
those individuals are being held pretrial and have not been convicted or sentenced.3 Individuals who
have mental health issues or who are unhoused do not get released pretrial or remain in custody longer
than they should because the court requires a comprehensive release plan before agreeing to release
the client. The absence of multidisciplinary legal team support for those recently arrested impacts our
office’s ability to quickly coordinate a robust release plan by the arraignment court date. Research
shows that even a few days in custody can have a significant destabilizing effect for those living on the
margins and can result in a loss of employment and housing, mental health decompensation, and other
serious issues.4
1 Dottie Carmichael, Nicholas Davis, Heather Caspers,& George Naufal, Indigent Defense Spending and Cost
Containment in Texas. Public Policy Research Institute, Texas A&M University (2018).
2 Monthly average jail bookings according to CCSO data for 2021.
3 On July 7, 2020, the 88.5% of the County Jail population pretrial or unsentenced according to CCSO data.
4 Subramanian, R. et. al. Incarceration’s Front Door: The Misuse of Jails in America. Vera Institute of Justice,
(February 2015).
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Arrested individuals are often held in jail for 3-5 days until their initial arraignment. At arraignment, the
court decides whether an individual should be held in custody or released while their case is pending.
Our office currently first provides representation for individuals starting on the day of their arraignment
court date in felony cases. The time between arrest and the first court date is a critical phase. During
this critical period, law enforcement continues their investigations and the District Attorney’s office
reviews the cases for filing, while individuals wait in custody without access to legal counsel or other
resources. Wealth disparities hugely impact access to attorneys and other resources during this critical
period. Ordinarily, the 80-90% of arrestees who cannot afford to hire their own attorney wait up to 5
days until their first court date to speak with an attorney, while those who can afford to hire their own
counsel have immediate access to an attorney and other resources.
To address this gap in services, the Public Defender’s Office proposes an innovative pilot program to
reduce pretrial incarceration by connecting recently arrested individuals with a legal advocacy team.
This multi-disciplinary advocacy team will include an attorney, an investigator, a legal assistant, and
clerical support. This team will provide front end access to legal representation, mitigation expertise,
early investigation, and case management starting at the time of arrest and booking in county jail.
This approach will reduce pre-trial incarceration, increase connection to community-based resources,
and increase stability for community members who are impacted by the criminal legal system.
Front-End Advocacy Team Members
Attorney Provides direct legal representation, prepares for bail and release hearings,
connects with family members and support persons to explain the legal process.
Investigator Conducts critical front-end investigation to gather mitigation information and
supporting documentation, including contacting family members and support
persons. Also, ensures investigation is conducted in an efficient manner.
Legal Assistant Conduct intake interviews at the jail, identifying areas of need for the client, and
providing connection to housing resources, treatment programs, and mental
health resources.
Clerical Acquire and organize records and case files, locate and review documents, and
provide administrative support to the advocacy team.
Early Advocacy Works
In recent years, our office has launched innovative grant-funded programs designed to expand early
access to attorneys for out of custody misdemeanor clients. These efforts have greatly reduced the
number of persons who end up in jail due to a missed court date. In 2016, we launched the Early
Representation Program (EarlyRep) to help provide legal representation from the moment of law
enforcement contact in misdemeanor cases. EarlyRep has been very successful at lowering the rate of
failure to appear in court, reducing bench warrants, and providing legal assistance beyond traditional
public defense. In 2020, we launched the Holistic Intervention Partnership (HIP), a public-private
partnership that adds a substantial layer of support for our out of custody misdemeanor clients through
partnerships with housing, civil legal, and reentry service providers.
Providing early access to counsel and front-end advocacy support for the indigent in our jails has proven
very effective at reducing pretrial incarceration in other jurisdictions. For example, in 2017, San
Francisco Public Defender’s Office launched a Pre-Trial Release Unit to provide legal advice and
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advocacy to arrestees between booking and arraignment. This pilot program was found to have saved
nearly a million dollars of taxpayer money and thousands of jail beds during its first five months of
operation.5 Having pre-arraignment representation doubled the likelihood of release at arraignment,
and substantially reduced the time that arrestees on parole were in custody pretrial.
Early advocacy directly addresses racial and ethnic disparities which are prevalent at the pretrial
incarceration phase. Individuals are often held in pretrial confinement due to an inability to pay money
bail required for release. In Contra Costa County, as in much of the nation, there are higher arrest and
pretrial detention rates for Black and Latino individuals. Black Contra Costa residents are held in pretrial
detention at 7 times the rate of White residents and Latino residents are held in pretrial detention at 2.5
times the rate of Whites.6
Impact on Persons with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Providing pre-arraignment advocacy teams will directly address the crisis of mentally ill individuals in our
local jails by connecting them with mental health resources to provide crisis stabilization. Front-end
advocacy will ensure the early diversion of persons with mental health related cases away from the
county jails and out of our criminal legal system by allowing for an expedited filing of Mental Health
Diversion petitions for those who are in custody.
Contra Costa County has committed to addressing the high rates of mental illness among individuals
incarcerated locally by joining the Stepping Up Initiative. The Stepping Up Initiative has explored the
problem of mentally ill individuals in our county jails and frames it as follows:
“Approximately 2 million times each year, people who have serious mental illnesses are
admitted to jails across the nation. Almost three-quarters of these adults also have drug and
alcohol use problems. Once incarcerated, individuals with mental illnesses tend to stay longer in
jail and upon release are at a higher risk of returning to incarceration than those without these
illnesses.
The human toll of this problem—and its cost to taxpayers—is staggering. Jails spend two to
three times more money on adults with mental illnesses that require intervention than on those
without those needs, yet often do not see improvements to public safety or these individuals’
health. Although counties have made tremendous efforts to address this problem, they are
often thwarted by significant obstacles, including operating with minimal resources and needing
better coordination between criminal justice, mental health, substance use treatment, and
other agencies. Without change, large numbers of people with mental illnesses will continue to
cycle through the criminal justice system, often resulting in tragic outcomes for these individuals
5 An Analysis of the San Francisco Public Defender’s Pre-Trial Release Unit, June 2018, Alena Yarmosky,
http://public.sfpdr.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2018/05/The-Impact-of-Early-Representation-PRU-
Evaluation-Final-Report-5.11.18.pdf, and California Policy Lab Policy Brief, June 2018, Alena Yarmosky,
https://www.capolicylab.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Policy-Brief-Early-Representation-Alena-Yarmosky.pdf.
6 Racial Justice Task Force – Final Report and Recommendations to the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors,
June 2018, at page 7.
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and their families, missed opportunities for connections to treatment, inefficient use of funding,
and a failure to improve public safety.” 7
According to detention mental health reporting, roughly 50% of individuals incarcerated in Contra Costa
County are living with mental health challenges and/or substance use disorders. Indeed, many of those
in our jails are in custody due to a mental health break or a substance use disorder. Our front-end
advocacy teams will work to connect these persons with treatment options and locate placements in
substance use disorder or dual diagnosis programs. Our team coordinates transportation to program
upon release and support transitions from the jail to the community.
Conclusion
An investment in front-end, holistic advocacy for newly incarcerated persons with felony charges will
enhance public safety by fostering a connection to services and community support for those entering
the criminal legal system. The focus on a holistic approach can greatly improve the chances that an
individual will come out of the process with the hope of permanently avoiding a return to custody. The
population supported by FEAT are vulnerable members of our community, are disproportionally persons
of color, are often persons living in poverty, and those living with behavioral health challenges. This
pilot has the potential to transform our approach to legal advocacy in Contra Costa County.
Budget
Employee Classification Salary and Benefits
1.0 FTE Deputy Public Defender II Attorney $214,534
1 FTE Public Defender Investigator I $155,778
1 FTE Legal Assistant $125,425
1 FTE Clerical Experienced Level $70,881
TOTAL $566,618
7 https://stepuptogether.org/the-problem
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
DDA-Advanced Level Realignment Coordinator Attorney 348,665 1.00 366,098 - (366,098) - -
DDA-Advanced Level Post Release Community Supervision Attorney - - - - 366,098 1.00 366,098 1.00
DDA-Advanced Level Arraignment Court/Realignment Attorney 702,872 2.00 738,016 2.00 738,016 2.00
DDA-Basic Level Violence Reduction/Recidivism Attorney 241,169 1.00 253,227 1.00 253,227 1.00
Experienced Level Clerk Clerical/file support-Arraign. Court 77,277 1.00 81,141 1.00 81,141 1.00
Experienced Level Clerk Clerical/file support 68,547 1.00 71,975 1.00 71,975 1.00
Legal Assistant Non-violent misdemeanor diversion 99,871 1.00 104,865 1.00 104,865 1.00
Senior Level Clerk Clerical/file support-Arraign. Court 86,021 1.00 90,322 1.00 90,322 1.00
Senior Level Clerk - Part Time 960 Realignment 27,646 1.00 29,028 1.00 29,028 1.00
V/W Assist. Prog Specialist Reentry Notification Specialists 198,479 2.00 208,403 2.00 208,403 2.00
V/W Assist. Prog Specialist Reentry Notification Specialists 117,085 1.00 122,940 1.00 122,940 1.00
Subtotal 1,967,632 12.00 2,066,014 11.00 - 1.00 2,066,014$ 12.00
OPERATING COSTS -
Office Expense 8,000 8,000 8,000
Postage 2,000 2,000 2,000
Communication Costs 5,000 5,000 5,000
Minor Furniture/Equipment 4,000 4,000 4,000
Minor Computer Equipment 9,000 9,000 9,000
Auto Mileage 5,000 5,000 5,000
Occupancy Costs 30,000 30,000 30,000
Data Processing Services/Supplies 15,000 15,000 15,000
Training 20,000 20,000 20,000
Neighborhood Courts Development 32,000 32,000 32,000
-
Subtotal 130,000 130,000 - 130,000$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)
Subtotal - - - -
Total 2,097,632$ 12.00 2,196,014$ 11.00 -$ 1.00 2,196,014$ 12.00
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: District Attorney's Office
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
The District Attorney’s Office is requesting $2,196,014 for FY 2023/24. This request will continue the programs approved in the FY 2022/23 budget. The realignment team will
address the responsibilities presented by the realignment of our criminal justice system pursuant to Penal Code section 1170(h).
DEPARTMENT: District Attorney's Office
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
The realignment team includes (4) FTE Deputy District Attorneys, (1) Legal Assistant (Neighborhood Restorative Partnership Coordinator), (1) Senior Level Clerk, (2) Experienced Level Clerk, (3) Victim/Witness
Assistance Program Specialists, and (1) Part Time Senior Level Clerk.
• $2,066,014 Salary and Benefits. Benefits Costs include FICA, medical, workers' compensation, SUI, deferred compensation, Paulson costs, benefits administration, and retiree health.
• $130,000 Operating costs are requested.
Neighborhood Restorative Partnership (NRP)
In an effort to offer smart and safe alternatives for low level non-violent misdemeanors, the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office has implemented the Neighborhood Restorative Partnership (NRP). In lieu
of filing criminal charges, this community based pre-charging diversion program utilizes a restorative justice lens to resolve low-level misdemeanors and quality of life crimes. The NRP engagement reaches east,
central and west Contra Costa County. Modeled after a similar District Attorney lead program, panelist – comprised primarily of residents who live and work in the community where the incident occurred – hear the
case and create plans that enable the participant to address harms caused to the community and parties affected by the incident. This program reduces the number of cases making their way through the criminal
justice system, saving both time and money for the courts and impacted county agencies. By keeping low-level non-violent offenders out of the criminal justice system, and keeping convictions off their record, this
program will aid in preventing obstacles to obtaining employment, education, housing, and meaningful participation in the community.
ACER Attorneys
These attorneys staff the Superior Court’s in-custody arraignment courts and their early disposition calendars. This includes appearances at arraignments, weighing in on bail motions, interaction with the court on
pre-trial release and attempts at disposition of cases early in the judicial process, before additional resources are used.
• Appear at felony arraignments
• Review all pre-release reports
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
Post Release Community Supervision Attorney (PRCS)
In FY 22-23, $348,665 AB 109 funding was allocated to fund a Deputy District Attorney (DDA) position as the Realignment/Re-entry Coordinator Attorney who also participated in the CoCo LEAD+ law enforcement
assisted diversion program. Due to the cancellation of the CoCo LEAD+ program, this position now staffs the PRCS courts which oversee prevention, realignment and re-entry. The assigned DDA is responsible for
managing cases which qualified under AB 109 for realignment disposition and community supervision. The prosecutor maintains a working relationship with local justice partners to promote successful reentry and
consistent supervision of individuals subject to PRCS terms of release
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
Social Service Program Assistant Re-Entry Systems Coordination 113,659 1.00 144,600 1.00 144,600 1.00
- - -
- -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal 113,659 1.00 144,600 1.00 - - 144,600$ 1.00
OPERATING COSTS -
Travel Re-Entry Systems Coordination 906 1,144 1,144
Space Re-Entry Systems Coordination 3,799 4,795 4,795
Space CCAP Re-Entry Systems Coordination 6,628 8,367 8,367
Maintenance Re-Entry Systems Coordination 6,645 8,389 8,389
Communication Re-Entry Systems Coordination 2,642 3,336 3,336
Minor Furniture/Equipment Re-Entry Systems Coordination 195 246 246
Contracted Services Re-Entry Systems Coordination 3,198 4,037 4,037
Interdepartmental Charges Re-Entry Systems Coordination 5,063 6,392 6,392
Other Operating Costs Re-Entry Systems Coordination 2,209 2,789 2,789
Public/Private Direct Billed Re-Entry Systems Coordination 8,494 10,723 10,723
-
Subtotal 39,781 50,218 - 50,218$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 153,440$ 1.00 194,818$ 1.00 -$ - 194,818$ 1.00
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department:
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
EHSD
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
Please provide a narrative describing the programming is being proposed on the AB 109 Budget Proposal Form.
DEPARTMENT: EHSD WFS Re-Entry Systems
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
The EHSD -Reentry Systems proposed FY 2023/2024 Baseline Request of $194,818 includes:
- Salary and Benefit cost of $144,600 for one (1) FTE Social Service Program Assistant (SSPA).
- Operating Costs (34% estimated overhead) is based on salary and benefits for 1 FTE SSPA. Operating cost includes expenses for Travel, Space
per Contra Costa Allocation Plan, Maintenance, Communication, Minor Furniture/Equipment, Contracted Services, Interdepartmental Charges,
Other Operating Costs, Public/Public Direct Billed.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
One Stop Administrator
Coordination with One-Stop/America Job
Center of California system 45,760 48,048 48,048 -
Workforce Services Specialist Engagement with public & private partners 52,000 54,600 54,600 -
Business Service Representative Recruitment & engagement of businesses 72,863 76,507 76,507 -
Workforce Board Executive Director Oversight & coordination with workforce system 22,880 24,024 24,024 -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal 193,503 - 203,179 - - - 203,179$ -
OPERATING COSTS -
Training/Travel 4,160 4,160 4,160
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal 4,160 4,160 - 4,160$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 197,663$ - 207,339$ - -$ - 207,339$ -
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Department: Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
Please provide a narrative describing the programming is being proposed on the AB 109 Budget Proposal Form.
DEPARTMENT: Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County (WDBCCC) is seeking status quo level funding of $207,339 for the fiscal year 2023-
2024. The budget reflects the amount of time key staff will devote to AB109 in order to continue to provide linkages to the One-Stop/AJCC
system, business engagement, and small business and entrepreneurship connections. Although we are no longer hosting the SBDC, we are
committed to collaborating with small businesses development organizations and training opportunities to provide entrepreneurial support to
the AB109 and broader reentry community. In accordance with the WDBCCC's original submittal, we will use AB109 funds to leverage other
funding in an effort to increase our capacity to provide services to previously incarcerated individuals.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
The Workforce Development Board is not seeking increased funding at this time. The WDB is committed to partnering with the CCP and other
agencies/organizations working in this space, with a goal of pursuing and securing additional resources that can further support, align, and
leverage related work to serve AB109 participants and concurrently expand efforts to serve other justice involved populations that are
returning to communities in Contra Costa County and help them with employment and training needs.
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Department: Community Advisory Board (CAB) - AB 109 Community Programs
Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
- - -
- - -
- -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal - - - - - - -$ -
OPERATING COSTS -
Contracts 5,802,925 6,093,071 6,093,071
Voice Quarterly Newsletters 20,000 20,000 20,000
CAB operating expenses 3,000 3,000 3,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal 5,825,925 6,116,071 - 6,116,071$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 5,825,925$ - 6,116,071$ - -$ - 6,116,071$ -
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
The Community Advisory Board budget represents a vital component of the County's effort to reduce recidivism. Investments in the community programs
included in CAB's budget have not only emerged as essential elements of the County's reentry system, but the programs that they fund have become
beacons of hope and opportunity for the County residents that participate in these programs. Furthermore, the County's support of the programs and
initiatives included in the CAB Budget have paved the way for the development of innovative approaches to improving public safety (Reentry Success
Center and Reentry Network), communication to stakeholders regarding the County's reentry efforts (seasonal VOICE newsletter), and information sharing
and tracking among partners (Salesforce based data system).
For FY 2023/24, CAB submits a largely status quo budget to the County for approval with the inclusion of a 5% COLA increase for all programs.
Department: Community Advisory Board (CAB) - AB 109 Community Programs
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
In FY 2021/22, the ORJ put each of the contracts for the community programs out for public bidding, except the Reentry Success Center (Center) contract.
The Center's contract was later extended to expire within the same sequence of all other Community Program contracts. In FY 2019/20 the ORJ executed
three-year contracts for the first time with each of agencies selected through the County's competitive bidding process, and these contracts expired at the
end of FY 2021/22. ORJ issued a second competitive bidding process for the community programs in order to issue a subsequent three-year contract cycle
for the period of FY 2022/23 - FY 2024/25.
The recommended amounts of ongoing funding for FY 2023/24 are as follows:
Center/Network Joint Communications Strategy $20,000
CAB expenses $3,000
Current baseline amounts for services include a 5% COLA increase to align with county departments:
Employment Support and Placement Services: $2,543,877
Housing: $1,417,351
Peer Mentoring: $128,141
Family Reunification: $104,742
Civil Legal Services: $174,941
Network System of Services: $1,090,870
Reentry Success Center: $633,150
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 List of All Budgeted Contracts (no minimum)
Department: Community Advisory Board (CAB) - AB 109 Community Programs
Contractor Name Program/Function 2022/23 Contract Amount (if
applicable)
2023/24 Proposed Contract
Amount
Variance between 22/23
and 23/24 Amounts
Rubicon Programs Employment 2,422,740 2,543,877 121,137
Lao Family Community Development Housing 1,349,858 1,417,351 67,493
Men and Women of Purpose Peer Mentoring 122,039 128,141 6,102
Centerforce Family Reunification 99,754 104,742 4,988
Bay Area Legal Aid Legal Services 166,610 174,941 8,331
HealthRIGHT 360 Network System of Services 1,038,924 1,090,870 51,946
Rubicon Programs Reentry Success Center 603,000 633,150 30,150
-
-
-
-
-
5,802,925$ 6,093,071$ 290,146$
Attachment B
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Current Allocation FTEs Funding Request FTEs Funding Request FTEs Total Funding
Request FTEs
SALARY AND BENEFITS - -
Courtroom clerk II Pretrial Release Calendar support 211,430 2.00 219,887 2.00 219,887 2.00
- - -
- -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- - -
- -
Subtotal 211,430 2.00 219,887 2.00 - - 219,887$ 2.00
OPERATING COSTS -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -$
CAPITAL COSTS (ONE-TIME)-
-
-
Subtotal - - - -
Total 211,430$ 2.00 219,887$ 2.00 -$ - 219,887$ 2.00
1. FY 2022/23 Funding Allocation reflects the FY 2022/23 Board of Supervisor's approved AB 109 budget.
2. FY 2023/24 Baseline Request should reflect the cost of continuing FY 2022/23 programs in FY 2023/24 dollars.
3. FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request should reflect proposals for the cancellation of existing programs and/or funding of new programs for FY 2023/24.
Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Proposal Form
Department: Superior Court
2023/24 Total
Funding Request2023/24 Baseline Request2 2023/24 Program
Modification Request3
Description of Item Program/Function Ops. Plan
Item #
2022/23 Funding
Allocation1
Attachment B
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Contra Costa County Community Corrections Partnership
FY 2023/24 AB109 Budget Program Narrative Form
PROGRAM NARRATIVE:
Please provide a narrative describing the programming is being proposed on the AB 109 Budget Proposal Form.
DEPARTMENT: Superior Court
FY 2023/24 Baseline Request
The Contra Costa Superior Court respectfully requests one-time funding from the County’s FY 2023-2024 AB 109 allocation in the amount of
$219.887. The funding continues to address the extra workload associated with PRCS cases, parole violation petitions, and the Pretrial Release
Program by funding two dedicated courtroom clerks whose sole focus is on capturing court proceedings, and entering the appropriate case
information timely.
The Court calendars many cases involving the supervision of “non-non-non” offenders. This workload continues to exceed that which could
reasonably be handled by a single courtroom clerk. In response, the court allocated a second clerk to each of the high volume calendars at all
times.
The additional clerk serves as a primary resource for the Judge, Justice Partners and the Attorneys in answering questions and receiving
paperwork. The second clerk also preps calendars, answers incoming phone calls, responds to faxes and enters data in case management while
the primary clerk records matters on the record. The two clerk team works together in departments creating a more efficient process for each
case.
FY 2023/24 Program Modification Request
Attachment B
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PUBLIC PROTECTION COMMITTEE 5.
Meeting Date:02/06/2023
Subject:Staff Update on Appointments for Racial Justice Oversight Body
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: n/a
Referral Name: Referral on Racial Justice Oversight Body
Presenter: Paul Reyes, Senior Deputy County Administrator Contact: Paul Reyes, 925-655-2049
Referral History:
On July 24, 2018, the Board of Supervisors adopted the "Racial Justice Task Force - Final Report and Recommendations",
which included the recommendation to create a Racial Justice Oversight Body tasked with the periodic review and reporting of
racial and ethnic disparities in the local criminal and juvenile justice systems, as well as the ongoing support and monitoring of
efforts to implement recommendations to reduce the disparities.
Based on this action, the Racial Justice Oversight Body is composed of the following 18 representatives:
A representative from the Superior Court, as a non-voting member;1.
The Sheriff or his designee;2.
The Chief Probation Officer or his designee;3.
The Public Defender or her designee;4.
The District Attorney or her designee;5.
A representative from a local law enforcement agency, nominated by the Contra Costa County Police Chiefs’
Association;
6.
A representative from the Contra Costa County Office of Education;7.
A representative from a Local School District (Rotation: Mt. Diablo/West Contra Costa/Antioch)8.
A representative from Contra Costa County Health Services Department; and9.
Nine community-based representatives, including:
Community-based Representative, Seat 1 & 2: two members nominated by the Contra Costa Racial Justice
Coalition
a.
Community-based Representative, Seat 3 & 4: two individuals with prior personal criminal or juvenile justice
system involvement
b.
Community-based Representative, Seat 5, 6 & 7: three representatives from community-based organizations
(CBO) that work with justice involved populations, including at least one person who works directly with youth
c.
Community-based Representative, Seat 8: one representative from a faith-based organizationd.
Community-based Representative, Seat 9: one representative that is either a school age young person, or from a
CBO who provides services to school age youth
e.
10.
On February 28, 2022, the Public Protection Committee (PPC) approved a 3-week application process to begin in Fall 2022 to
fill all nine (9) open Community-based Representative seats with terms expiring on December 31st, 2022. The approved
timeline for the recruitment and application process is as follows: (1) Issue press release on Sep. 19th; (2) Application Deadline
set for Oct. 10th (3 week application period); (3) Applicant Interviews with PPC scheduled for Oct. 24th ; (4) BOS
consideration of nominations scheduled for Nov. 8th .
On September 19th, 2022, the County Administrators Office issued a press release and the Office of Reentry and Justice (ORJ)
at the Probation Department released an e-newsletter alert to announce the recruitment of nine (9) open Community-based
Representative Seats. The ORJ received a total of 15 applications prior to the October 10th , 2022 deadline and three (3)
applications received after the deadline.
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Of the 18 total applicants, eight (8) are incumbent members seeking a second two-year term. All 18 applicants were invited to
public interviews conducted by the Public Protection Committee on October 24th, 2022.
Referral Update:
During the October 24th meeting, it was incorrectly communicated to the Committee that one of the incumbent membersof the
RJOB, Tamisha Walker, was no longer interested to serve on the RJOB. During the October meeting, the Committee
recommended the following appointments:
Seats 1 & 2 – Chala Bonner & Melvin Willis (nominated by Racial Justice Coalition)
Seats 3 & 4 – Ronell Ellis & Michael Pierson (persons with prior personal criminal or juvenile justice system
involvement)
Seats 5, 6, & 7 – Y’nand Burrell, Alisha Jackson, and Cheryl Sudduth (CBO representatives that work with
justice-involved populations)
Seat 8 – Gigi Crowder (representative from faith-based organization)
Seat 9 – Stephanie Medley (CBO rep that provides services to school age youth)
Following the meeting, staff was notified by Ms. Walker was still interested in serving on the RJOB. Today's item provides the
Committee the opportunity to reconsider the appointments given the corrected information.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
ACCEPT an update on appointments to the Racial Justice Oversight Body and PROVIDE further direction to staff.
Attachments
Attachment A - Applicant Summary
Attachment B - All Applications
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Racial Justice Oversight Body - Applicant Summary for Community Representative Seats 1-9 - UPDATED - 11/28/22
*Incumbent Member
** Nominated by Racial Justice Coalition
Yellow Highlight -- PPC nominations on 10.24.22
First Last District Residence
City
Work
Location Member Seats Current Employer Recent Volunteer Activity/Affiliation Experience/Interest
1 ***Chala Bonner Out of
County
Out of
County
Richmond 1 (also qualifies
for 2,4,5,6,7)
The Safe Return
Project
Current member of Racial Justice
Oversight Body and recently voted Chair
of Data Subcommittee. Former member
of CCC Community Advisory Board, in
which she served 3 years and termed
out in 2022.
Lived in Contra Costa most of her life and recently moved to San Joaquin
County because due to affordability for she and her family. Ms. Bonner
continues to work in Contra Costa County and is committed to continue to
advocate for change in the communities she grew up in. She has served on the
Racial Justice Steering committee and co-leads the Racial Justice Coalition.
This work is very important to her because she is a formerly incarcerated black
woman that wants to make sure that formerly incarcerated people have a
voice at the table.
2 Lonnie Bristow 2 Walnut
Creek
N/A 7 Retired physician Current mentoring volunteer for Senior
Tutors of Rossmoor
In addition to his background as a practicing physician for roughly 50 years, he
has had the further advantage of serving as a mentor to youth at the Boys
Ranch facility in Byron for the past 6 years. This "eye-to eye" experience has
given him a real advanage in helping additional
youth in simiilar cicumstances.
3 Y'Anad Burrell 1 San Pablo San Pablo 8 CEO of Glass House
PR
Co-Chair, Community Emissions
Reduction Plan Committee,
Richmond/North Richmond;
CPAW Committee Member, CCC
Behavioral Health, MHSA;
NAACP CA/HI State Conference, Public
Relations Committee;
Board Member, Richmond Chamber of
Commerce;
Commissioner, Richmond Housing
Advisory Commission; Contra Costa
County Arts & Culture Commission;
Healthy Richmond Access to Quality
Healthcare, Communications Committee
Lived in Contra Costa County (Richmond, CA) for over 25 years and have
volunteered in service to the community for over 15 years in the areas of
health equity, art and culture and environmental justice,
specifically air quality. As a member of the faith community since childhood,
she has seen the importance of having the faith community voice heard and
seen. Far too often racial justice impact and information does not reach the
faith community, while they are one of the largest groups that support
hundreds who are impacted by the justice system. As someone who has more
than 15 years in the public relations and communications industry, she will
ensure the faith community is represented and their opinions, comments,
needs and requests are at the table of this oversight body.
4 Jennifer Clamon-Morris 3 Discovery
Bay
Oakley Not identified City of Oakley Byron Unified School District Volunteer
Director of Finance for Birthright
Retired Law Enforcement; Given the societal changes since the late 1990's,
there has been an increase in suspected racial inequality and profiling. Post
George Floyd, she would like to be part of a commission that works in
partnership with law enforcement and the community on closing the gap of
transparency and addressing concerns of injustice and inequity.
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5 *Gigi Crowder 3 Antioch All Districts 8 NAMI Contra Costa,
Executive Director
Current member of the Racial Justice
Oversight Body; Member of Measure X
CAB; homeless services volunteer;
current Chair of the Statewide Mental
Health and Spirituality Initiative;
Founding Chair of the Alameda County
African American Health and Wellness
Committee; Volunteer Consultant to the
Miles Hall Foundation in Walnut Creek.
Interested in ensuring Measure X funds are allocated in a manner consistent
with reimagining public safety and improving health outcomes for all.
Interested in prioritizing and redefining safety while promoting community and
belonging for all residents, and sharing ideas around key resources and
community defined practices that promote equity and reduce the glaring
disparities we see in the criminal justice system.
6 *Ronell Ellis 5 Antioch Antioch 6 (also qualifies
for 3,4,5,7)
HealthRIGHT 360 Current member of Racial Justice
Oversight Body; former member of
Racial Justice Task Force;
Cease Fire;
Omega Boys Club;
Deer Valley Youth Football;
Oakland Probation Department;
San Francisco Juvenile Probation
Department
Mr. Ellis is confident that his personal experience as a person involved in the
State and local incarceration institutions, along with his formal education in
the discipline of Criminology allows him to have a diverse contribution to the
board.He is concerned about the public and the community, therefore is
willing to commit his efforts to help this board serve the community in a
capacity that will be beneficial to all who reside in this county. He is interested
in seeing that Justice is equitable and that all people of this county have an
even playing field. He was formerly incarcerated for over 15 years at all levels
of institutions, County, CDC & Federal. San Francisco County Superior Court
Certified Expunged Criminal Record; California State Superior Court Certificate
of Rehabilitation; Currently awaiting a Governor's approval for a Pardon; B.A.
Degree in Criminology; 28 years of experience working in the current field of
Reentry counseling at all levels, CDC, County Jail & Public; 18 year resident of
Contra Costa County.
7 *Carlos Fernandez 1 Richmond Richmond 9 Safe Return Project Current member of the Racial Justice
Oversight Body; Current Member of the
Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council
(Youth Seat); Mentor and organizer in
west county;
Lived 20+ years and worked 5 years in Contra Costa County. Is a youth who is
formerly incarcerated and currently serves as a mentor for at-risk youth in
Richmond.
8 Kevin Finklea 3 Antioch 3,4 UPI/US Steel
Company
Volunteered for Victory Outreach
rehabilitation homes and church, Grace
Bible fellowship church, and
Rubicon Programs all in Antioch CA
Having personally experienced the juvenile and adult justice system and having
grown from such a place as a young Black American, Mr. Finklea would love
and appreciate the opportunity to serve his community through the lens of his
intimate experiential knowledge of our juvenile and adult justice system and
local culture. He is determined to have a positive impact on our community by
helping to reduce racial disparities in the criminal and juvenile justice system
with this body of fellow community activists, advocates, and officials of
various offices.
9 Pamela Henderson 5 Antioch 8, 9 Founder/President,
All Roads Lead 65
Max Foundation,
Inc.
Member of Women s Empowerment
Leadership Sector 2019
Ms. Henderson's expertise and skills have allowed her to help teach, mentor
and serve clients and respond to the needs that establishes a healthy mindset
that focuses on diversity and expanding community support. She believes that
together sharing ideas and utilizing her foundation resources would help
increase the ability to serve clients and respond to the needs of the community
toward social growth.
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10 Alisha Jackson Out of
County
Out of
County
Pleasant Hill 5, 6,7 Probation &
Reentry Manager
for Hope Solutions
AB109 Partners and Providers- meeting
attendee; Clean Slate Day- tabled CBO;
Welcome Home- Re-entry Community
Resource and Employment Fair- tabled
CBO
Ms. Jackson believes it is a responsibility and a civic duty for community-based
agencies, such as Hope Solutions, which provide boots on the ground services
and support to have a voice in systems change work within the county they
serve. Contra Costa County has been an industry leader in the state regarding
best practices for programs in support of the re-entry population. Remaining
on the forefront requires continued work to improve the equity, efficiency and
effectiveness of programs and services. Being able to view resources within the
county from a racial justice lens is an invaluable opportunity. It would be her
pleasure to connect with like minded and passionate community members in
support of individuals returning home to West, Central and East Contra Costa
County.
11 *Stephanie Medley 1 El
Sobrante
Richmond 5 RYSE Center Racial Justice Oversight Body (current,
Chair of Diversion Subcommittee);
Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council
(former); JJCC-DJJ subcommittee
(current); DA initiated Reimagine Youth
Justice meetings (current; Racial Justice
Task Force (2017-2018); Youth Justice
Initiative Steering Committee (2016-
2018); AB 109 Community Advisory
Board (2013-2016).
Ms. Medley was born and raised in Richmond and have seen firsthand how
community has been deeply impacted by mass incarceration. While she has
not experienced incarceration, she has had many friends and family members
that were impacted as youth and adults; both of her brothers experienced
incarceration. The barriers she has seen involving friends, family, and youth
she works with, can and have in fact had long lasting impacts on their lives.
Ensuring that the county utilizes smart, fiscally responsible and community-
centered healing and equitable strategies to provide the necessary support for
youth and adults in the system is her passion and why she would like to
continue serving on the Racial Justice Oversight Body.
She has been a staff member of the RYSE Center since 2012 and serve as their
Director of Education & Justice. She leads program development and advocacy
and cultivates cross-sector collaborations to address the needs of youth &
young adults impacted by education, economic, and criminal & legal systems.
She is passionate about supporting the development and coordination of
youth-friendly and culturally appropriate policies, practices, and supports and
work to create avenues for young people to navigate their own liberation and
transform systems. She has sat on many justice focused advisory boards in the
county to support justice reform. She has also participated in the county's
partnership between RYSE, the DA, and Impact Justice to implement Contra
Costa County's first pre-charge diversion program.
12 Ocean Mottley Out of
County
Out of
County
Richmond 5,6,7 Bay Area Legal Aid Former member of the SF Board of
Supervisors Safer Schools Sexual Assault
Task Force; Pro bono Hotline Attorney
for Root & Rebound; Pro bono Family
Law Representation for the Justice &
Diversity Center of the Bar Association of
San Francisco
Mr. Mottley works for Bay Area Legal Aid in their reentry unit representing
clients who are system impacted with criminal and civil legal issues. He is also a
member of the affected community as a formerly incarcerated person.
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13 *Michael Pierson 3 Brentwood Antioch
&Walnut
Creek
3 Key Counsel, P.C.Current member of the Racial Justice
Oversight Body; Current member of the
Contra Costa County Bar Association
Board of Directors; Long-time volunteer
and mentor with the CHAMPS
Foundation; Served as Mock Trial Co-
Instructor for Center for Youth
Development Through Law; Served as a
moderator and/or panelist for various
community and legal Race and Equality
panels; A guest speaker at various Bay
Area community centers for at-risk
youth.
Mr. Pierson is a person of color and a resident of Contra Costa County who has
been a first-hand witness to the racial and ethnic disparities within the local
criminal justice system. As an African American youth growing up in the
projects of Oakland, he has personally witnessed and experienced the harsh
and unequal treatment of Blacks by law enforcement and the criminal justice
system. It was these disparities in the criminal justice system that made him
want to be a lawyer so he can help make a difference in his community. He has
experienced both sides of the criminal justice system, as a criminal defendant
and as a criminal defense attorney.
He believes that this gives him a unique perspective on the criminal justice
system. As the country has reached a boiling point with race and the injustices
of the criminal system, he is compelled to do his part to make a difference in
my community. He is committed to doing everything in his power to be a part
of the solution to these issues, and believes that being on this
board/commission will make a difference in the local community.
14 *Cheryl Sudduth 1 El
Sobrante
NA 7 (also qualifies
for 1,2)
NA NA Ms. Sudduth has been involved with the Racial Justice Coalition & the work of
the subsequent Task Force since inception. She has played an integral role in
ensuring the final recommendations reflect the needs of the greater
community & would like to work towards ensuring the implementation follows
the spirit of the recommendations. As a trained mediator & negotiator,
multicultural & multilingual, as well as one heavily involved in many different
community groups throughout the county, she believes she can represent
multiple perspectives while maintaining focus on the purpose of the advisory
body.
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15 Justin Van Zerber 1 El Cerrito Out of
County
5,6,7 Director of
Programs for
SupplyBank.org
NA Mr. Van Zerber believes the county has the opportunity to be a leader in the
way it handles racial justice and he wants to support the growth and
development of best practices that allow for continued learning across all
parties serving the community. There are clear indicators of racial basis in our
justice systems, social services, schools and across our community and he
believes with the correct access to information and training can reduce
disproportionate representation. He believes the county has an obligation to
create a community that treats people fairly and offers them opportunities to
be successful, which starts with the way systems and policies are created and
he trusts that the Racial Justice Oversight Body can hold departments
accountable by enacting actionable steps forward.
Mr. Van Zerber has led program management, strategy, operations, and
process building at community-based organizations for over 12 years with a
track record of generating replicable systems that have a community focused
lens and a detailed path forward. During this time, he spent four years
strengthening grass-roots employment and job training programs for re-entry
youth and young adults, working directly with police, judges, public defenders,
schools, and families to advocate for appropriate responses that
ensure participants had the resources they needed to be successful. He
currently serve as the Director of Programs at a statewide non-profit that
bolsters community based program by providing access to basic
material needs for vulnerable populations. Through this work he uses data to
inform design making and has seen first hand the inequities in the way
communities serve different populations. He wants to use this
kill t d t h l d i th l f th R i l J ti O i ht B d 16 *Tamisha Walker 5 Antioch Countywide 1 Safe Return Project Current Contra Costa County board
appointments: Co-Chair of Racial Justice
Oversight Body; Richmond Reimaging
Public Safety Taskforce; Local Advisory
Committee for Co Co LEAD Plus; DJJ
realignment subcommittee, and the
Contra Costa Public Defenders Office HIP
advisory committee
Ms. Walker would like to continue serving on this board because she has
worked for more than 13 years in communities across
this county impacted by incarceration and criminalization. As a formerly
incarcerated woman, she is committed to ending racial disparity in the criminal
legal system while pushing to invest in community-based
solutions to keep poor people and people of color out of jails and prisons
where possible.
She have written, supported, and advanced legislation that promotes equity,
access, and inclusion for poor and working families impacted by incarceration
and criminalization throughout Contra Costa County. This
has led to improving educational systems, economic dignity, community
benefits, increased access to healthcare, promoting values-based budgets,
increasing second chances, and environmental justice.
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17 **Melvin Willis 1 Richmond Countywide 2 Alliance of
Californians for
Community
Empowerment
(ACCE)
City of Richmond councilmember;
previously served on Richmond Planning
Commission, the
Raise up Richmond Coalition, Housing
Now, Richmond Progressive Alliance,
Richmond Environmental
Justice Coalition, currently serves on the
Contra Costa County Racial Justice
Coalition, and many other coalitions that
focus on
Racial and Economic Justice.
Currently Mr. Willis is City Councilmember in Richmond and a community organizer. A
rising concern for him in Richmond and Contra Costa County has been the need for
more resources for youth programs and services. He wants to serve on the
commission to make sure that community concerns are being represented and
prioritized while implementing strategies. Over the last four years as a community
organizer, he has worked on issues related to youth and criminal justice reform.
18 Gwendolyn Woodson 1 Richmond NA 8 Retired - City of
Richmond
Steward of Resurrection African
Methodist Episcopal Church, and
President of its Women's
Missionary Society; Volunteer at Anvil
House
Currently Ms. Woodson is a steward at Resurrection African Methodist
Episcopal Church as well as its Women's Missionary Society president. In
conjunction with one of her congregation's sister churches, Bethel A.M.E.
Church, she participated in the recent completion of the Anvil House, a reentry
program located in Richmond. Her sons are in their 40's
now and live out of state, but during their youth they were involved in the
criminal justice system. She also has had two brothers that were incarcerated
(both deceased), therefore she has had experience navigating
the system. Her motivation is to recognize the disparities in the justice systems
and help to implement recommendations for change.
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Submit Date: Oct 10, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 2
Length of Employment
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
31 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Lonnie R Bristow
Walnut Creek CA 94595
Retired
Lonnie R Bristow
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Seat Name
7
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
City College of new York
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BS/Biology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
New York University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
M.D.
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Lonnie R Bristow
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Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have had (in addition to my background as a practicing physician for roughly 50 years) the further
advantage of having served as a mentor to the youth who were incarcerated in the Boys Ranch facility in
Byron for the pst 6 yeas. This "eye-to eye" experience gives me an real advanage in helping additional
youth in simiilar cicumstances.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Brief Biography: Lonnie Bristow is a physician, a specialist in Internal Medicine, living in Northern
California's Bay Area who has served for many years in organized medicine which eventually led to him
being elected as President of the American Medical Association in 1995. He has received many awards
and honors – including four honorary doctorates, and has written widely on issues in the fields of both
medical practice and medical ethics. He is an active member of the Institute of Medicine of the National
Academy of Sciences. Though retired from clinical practice, Lonnie remains active as a consultant on
many complex sociologic and economic facets of health care for Medical Education institutions and
various State and Federal governmental bodies.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Lonnie R Bristow
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Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Lonnie R Bristow
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Lonnie R Bristow
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Submit Date: Oct 09, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
12
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
D1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
25 yrs
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Y'Anad Burrell
San Pablo CA 94806
Glass House PR CEO
Y'Anad Burrell
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Seat Name
Faith Based Representative
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
5
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
San Francisco State University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Accounting
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Golden Gate University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Healthcare Management
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Golden Gate University
Y'Anad Burrell
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Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Public Administration
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Saybrook University/Doctoral Program
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have lived in Contra Costa County (Richmond, CA) for over 25 years and have volunteered in service to
my community for over 15 years in the areas of health equity, art and culture and environmental justice,
specifically air quality. As a member of the faith community since childhood, I have seen the importance of
having the faith population voice heard and seen. Far too often racial justice impact information does not
reach the faith community, while they are one of the largest groups that support hundreds who are
impacted by the justice system. As someone who has more than 15 years in the public relations and
communications industry, I will ensure the faith community is represented and their opinions, comments,
needs and requests are at the table of this oversight body.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Please see resume attached.
Y'Anad Burrell
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Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
CPAW Committee, CCC Behavioral Health
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Co-Chair, Community Emissions Reduction Plan Committee, Richmond/North Richmond - 2020 - Pres.
Richmond Chamber of Commerce (2021 - Pres.) Contra Costa County Arts & Culture Commission (2010 -
2020.) Healthy Richmond Access to Quality Healthcare, Communications Committee (2018 - 2020)
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
Y'Anad Burrell
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If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Y'Anad Burrell
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Y’Anad Burrell, MPA/MHA | |
Y’ANAD BURRELL, MPA/MHA
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Communications Professional
di
EDUCATION
BA Degree, Accounting | San Francisco State University | 1998
Master Degree, Public Administration | Golden Gate University | 2003
Doctoral Program, Transformative Social Change | Saybrook University | Class of 2024
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Professor | San Francisco State University – College of Extended Learning | 2016 - 2020
Crises Communications Management for Non-Profits
BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
Co-Chair, Community Emissions Reduction Plan Committee, Richmond/North Richmond
CPAW Committee Member, CCC Behavioral Health, MHSA.
NAACP CA/HI State Conference, Public Relations Committee
Board Member, Richmond Chamber of Commerce
Commissioner, Richmond Housing Advisory Commission
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE YOUTH UPRISING | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Dec. 2020 – Present
GLASS HOUSE COMMUNICATIONS | CEO | 2012 – 2020
GHC is a boutique strategic communications agency specializing in government, media and public relations, diversity, equity
and inclusion consulting, project management, and fund development planning. GHC also provides media training and
reputation management for executives. Partial list of contracts under GHC.
EBMUD | Community Affairs Rep. II | March 2020 – Sept. 2020
Healthy Richmond | Equity & Communications Committee | 2018 - 2020
UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business | Diversity & Inclusion Consultant | 2019
SunSwarm (Solar Energy) | 2017 to 2019 | Government Relations & Community Engagement Consultant
Richmond Bay Campus/Lawrence Berkeley Labs | 2015 | Community Engagement & Diversity & Inclusion Consultant:
California Diversity Council | Vice President, San Francisco – Gov’t Relations & Outreach | 2014 – 2017
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Y’Anad Burrell, MPA/MHA | |
DEVELOPMENT & FUNDRAISING EXPERIENCE
Project Re-Connect | Interim Executive Director | 2016 – 2017
Museum of the African Diaspora | Capital Campaign Consultant | 2013 - 2015
Strategically led a $10M capital campaign by cultivating 120 prospects, 60% lived outside California. Women’s Initiative (Oakland) | Asst. Director of Development & Communications | 2011 - 2012
Managed a portfolio of $2.5M of potential prospects consisting of first touch donors which require high-level cultivation by
executing high-profile events and scheduling one-on-one meetings with the Executive Director and Sr. Development Director.
Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County (4CS)
Director of Development & Communications | 2009 – 2011
Pivot Learning Partners | Asst. Director of Development | 2007 - 2009
LEGAL - EARLY CAREER EXPERIENCE
Designed and instituted a firm-wide expert witness database for the law firm (200+ attorneys) in conjunction with technology
vendors. Assigned to lead an intellectual property team of trial attorneys with a large-scale validation project researching and
reviewing complex patents for multi-district litigation involving infringement and copyright breaches.
Heller Ehrman White & McAuliffe | Sr. Intellectual Property/Regulatory Litigation Paralegal | 2001 – 2007
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Submit Date: Sep 28, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
1 year
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
N/A
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Resident of 6 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Jennifer Clamon - Morris
Discovery Bay CA 94505
City of Oakley Public Records Assistant
Jennifer Clamon - Morris
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Seat Name
Jennifer Morris
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
N/A
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
College of San Mateo
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
POST / Criminal Justice
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Jennifer Clamon - Morris
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Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
CPR / First Aide Racial Profiling Training Crisis Intervention Certified Peer Support Counselor
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
Given the societal changes since the late 1990's, there has been an increase in suspected racial
inequality and profiling. Also, post George Floyd, I would like to be part of a commission where we work
together with law enforcement and the community in bridging the gap of the lack of transparency and
addressing concerns of injustice and inequity.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Retired Law Enforcement
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Jennifer Clamon - Morris
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If Yes, please explain:
Childcare, but with proper noticing can prepare in advance.
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
N/A
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
N/A
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Byron Unified School District Volunteer Director of Finance for Birthright
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
N/A
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
N/A
Jennifer Clamon - Morris
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Jennifer Clamon - Morris
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Submit Date: Apr 14, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
4 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
All
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
20 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Gigi R Crowder
Antioch CA 94531
NAMI Contra Costa Executive Director
Gigi R Crowder
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Seat Name
Gigi Crowder
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
3
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of California, Berkeley
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Psychology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Gigi R Crowder
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Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have been a home owner and tax payer in Contra Costa County since May 2002 and have a vested
interest in ensuring the funds raised from this sales tax are allocated in a manner consistent with
reimagining public safety and improving health outcomes for all. I have a keen understanding of how
appropriately utilizing these new financial resources, through cost effective methods with community input
can result in a better quality of life that could allow for more economic opportunities for all residents. I
understand that when services and programs are not made available where they are most needed it
results in greater cost down the line for all. I think we have an obligation to wisely use these additional
dollars to address long standing inequities that put a drain on our system. I want to work with individuals
who love this county as much as I do to create a county that meets the needs of all by prioritizing and
redefining safety while promoting community and belonging for all citizens. I want to share my ideas
around key resources and community defined practices we can use to promote and utilize to promote
equity and reduce the glaring disparities we see in the criminal justice system. My over 30 years in the
mental health field equips me with the skills and knowledge needed to approach challenges using an
appreciative inquiry, strength based, and solutions focused application. I am great at looking at root
causes and applying compassionate approaches that allow for positive outcomes.
Gigi R Crowder
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Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have over 30 years in social services, specifically mental health managerial positions. I am therefore well
informed about the fact too often individuals living with mental illnesses are criminalized and incarcerated
when they have unaddressed trauma and live with untreated mental health diagnosis. I served as the
Ethnic Services Manager for Alameda County Behavioral Health Services and worked alongside
Nationally Recognized Subject Matter Experts exploring racial biases that lead to disparities and
misdiagnosis etc for those most harmed due to systemic racism. I’m hopeful my background as a
Champion for Change as an Advocate can be used to improve outcomes as it has across the State by
serving in a Clergy, Family member and Professional role utilizing my lived experience to train others and
promote community defined strategies that produce promising outcomes.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Measure X CAB
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
Gigi R Crowder
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List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I served as the Chair of the Social Justice Advisory Committee for the California Behavioral Health
Directors of California for 4 years. 2012 to 2016 I have several volunteering obligations that I have
committed to in an effort to improve safety in this county. I volunteer and utilize my own resources by
supporting work lifesaving work in faith based and non profits campaigns to end homelessness and
support those living with mental illness. I volunteer more than 8 hours a week feeding those who are living
with a mental illness and unsheltered in Antioch. I am the current Chair of the Statewide Mental Health
and Spirituality Initiative. 2014- present I was the Founding Chair of the Alameda County African
American Health and Wellness Committee that manages 2 million dollars annually to reduce behavioral
health disparities in Alameda County. 2013 -2016. Co- Chair of the Contra Costa County Behavioral
Health Care Partnership. I have served on numerous non profit boards as Treasurer, Secretary and
President. I am currently supporting the Miles Hall Foundation based in Walnut Creek as a Volunteer
Consultant. I train Prison Chaplains and other Faith and Spiritual Leaders about mental illness and the
importance of understanding how they can best support and advocate for those impacted.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
I am the Executive Director of NAMI Contra Costa County and responsible for administering deliverables
through a contract with the Behavioral Health Department. I have no personal contract with the county.
Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Gigi R Crowder
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1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Gigi R Crowder
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Gigi R. Crowder, L. E.
Antioch, CA 94531
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
My desire is to continue to serve as a highly qualified Executive Director using my vast leadership skills
to offer development support, technical assistance, strategic planning and capacity building to a non-
profit agency, or other grass root entities that promote culturally responsive community identified
practices to improve outcomes for those impacted by mental illness. I hope to use my skills and
knowledge to embrace wellness and recovery models to transform systems and support the
empowerment of all people seeking to improve the quality of their lives.
EDUCATION:
June 1985 University of California, Berkeley, B.A., Psychology
September 1990 American College of Sports Medicine, Certification, Personal Fitness Training
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
January 2017- Present
Executive Director - National Alliance of Mental Illness Contra Costa, NAMI CC Pleasant Hill CA.
Lead Executive managing day to day operations with a core of Volunteers and Board Members. Duties
include managing the budget, fund development and representing NAMI CC as its primary leader.
September 2015 – March 2017
Fund Developer/ Grant Writer – National Alliance of Mental Illness Contra Costa, NAMI CC
Pleasant Hill CA. Responsible for identifying private and public funding opportunities and developing
successful proposals to receive funds for a non- profit advocacy agency committed to reduce mental
health and reentry stigma and supporting those the live with mental health challenges and their families.
January 2010 – Present
Master Trainer and Co- Creator of Mental Health Friendly Communities a comprehensive faith-based
stigma reduction curriculum designed for advancing efforts to address and eliminate health disparities
for all ethnic and cultural communities. Successfully implemented in eight California counties to
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specifically improve outcomes in the African American Community through a contract with
CalMHSA’s Each Mind Matters Campaign.
July 2009 - Present
Principle- GRC Consulting, Antioch, CA
Offering support and technical assistance to non-profit agencies, faith centers and other grass roots
organizations. Work with Leadership to build their infrastructure and capacity to work with
governmental agencies while carrying forward their identified vision and values needed to achieve their
mission and goals. Organizational development coaching to support the building of effective, proactive
boards, design and creation of strategic plans. Fund development support to position entities to respond
successfully to public, private and governmental procurement processes and funding opportunities.
May 2007- September 2016
Ethnic Services Manager – Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, Oakland CA.
Responsible for insuring services delivery is culturally effective and responsive. Work includes working
collaboratively with historically unserved /underserved communities, inappropriately served
communities, families, and consumers to promote inclusion and reduce disparities. Core responsibility is
focusing on reducing health disparities for unserved, underserved and inappropriately served
communities by identifying community defined approaches that best meets their needs.
January 2003 - 2007
Program Specialist - Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services, Oakland CA. Responsible for
monitoring contracts with both mental health and alcohol and other drugs service providers, in the role
of a liaison, provide support to management for special projects, provide ancillary resources for SACPA
providers, provide supervision and support to Medicare Part D resource staff, provide technical
assistance to consumer operated programs.
September 1999 - December 2002
Founding Director of Employment Program – Bay Area Community Services, Oakland CA.
Supervised a staff of 12; which included Job Developers and Job Coaches for an employment program
that provided employment supports to individuals with severe psychiatric disabilities throughout
Alameda County. Responsibilities included monitoring a contract with the State Dept. of Rehabilitation,
hiring staff, training staff, facilitating employment groups working with other CBOs, benefits
counseling, fund development, managing the program’s budget, preparing program for CARF
accreditation.
June 1992 – September 1999
Transitional Employment Program Coordinator – Bay Area Community Services, Oakland CA.
Provided employment and other daily living skills services to adults with severe psychiatric disabilities
in a full day psycho-social rehabilitation program. Duties included development of meaningful work in
the community for program participants, assisting consumers with removing barriers to employment,
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working with employers to develop supportive work environments, job coaching, facilitating of job
seeking groups, providing vocational training in food service, clerical, janitorial and landscaping.
Responsibilities included Medi-Cal charting and billing. Participated in utilization reviews and other
requirements of Alameda County BHCS.
August 1990 – June 1992
Job Developer / Volunteer Coordinator – Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Francisco CA.
Served in the role of an employment counselor and volunteer coordinator for a transitional residential
program for homeless youth. Responsibilities included identifying and removing barriers to
employment, assisting with development of appropriate employment opportunities. Provided support to
individuals and groups of volunteers who connected with the residents to help them reach their goals.
May 1988 – February 1990
Job Developer – Rubicon Programs Inc., Richmond CA. Primarily responsible for development of
employment opportunities for adults with various barriers to employment for a rehabilitative program.
Facilitated weekly job readiness classes, identified, and removed barriers to employment, worked closely
with State Department of Rehabilitation Counselors, provided benefit counseling, served as a consumer
and family member advocate.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Certified as a foster parent in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
Coordinator of a faith based mentoring program for adolescent at risk girls.
Service on the Board of Director for several non-profit agencies.
Served as lead researcher and coordinator for a utilization study addressing the mental health disparity that
exist for the African American Community in Alameda County.
Cultural Competency Trainer/CBMCS and other tools.
Honors/Positions
Inducted into the Alameda County Women Hall of Fame, 2002
Recipient of the 2016 NAMI CA Cultural Competency Community Leader Award
Current Chair of the California Mental Health and Spirituality Initiative.
References provided upon request.
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Ronell Ellis
• Antioch, CA U.S.A. •
OBJECTIVE
Gain upward mobility in my career in the SUD, Social Services, or Criminal Justice field. Curb recidivism,
to assist human beings with eliminating substance abuse, incarceration and to improve their quality of life.
SUMMARY
35 Years of experience in the Therapeutic Community, Substance Abuse, Parole a nd Criminal Justice
areas of operation. Familiar with group facilitation, case management, individual assessment, judicial
system and institutions.
EDUCATION
Holy Names University, Oakland, CA, June 2010 to December 2012
BA, Criminology, Minor in Sociology
Los Medanos College, Pittsburg, CA, January 2009 to June 2010
AA, Liberal Arts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Helathriight360, Reentry Network, February 2017 – Current: Case Management, create, facilitate
groups along with special events. Teach Reentry workshops. Collaborate with industry partners. Intake
participants in/out of custody, to connect them to resources to overcome poverty and incarceration..
Centerforce, February 2016 – February 2017 Case management, Facilitated Prison inmate Parenting
Classes in CDC and in the community. Advocated for participants regarding court custody cases.
Healthright360/Walden House, San Francisco, CA. December 2013 – February 2016
(S.F. County Jail) Case manager, facilitate groups, individual counseling, recruiting outside speakers,
communicating with Parole/Probation Officers and assisting clients with an exit plan to successfully re-
enter society. This Substance Abuse Program was located within the San Francisco County Jail.
DHL Express Inc., Oakland, CA, November 1995 to April 2009
Driver and Customer Service Rep.
• Maintained customer relations, solved customer disputes and delivered parcels of all
sizes to businesses and homes.
Alameda County Food Bank, Oakland, CA, August 1994 to January 1996
Driver and Warehouse Clerk
• Generated food drives to assist local charities in the fight for hunger. Maintained
customer relations with charity contacts and Pickup/Delivery of product.
The Walden House Inc., San Francisco, CA, January 1994 to August 1994
Driver and HIV/AIDS Facility Counselor
• Transported clients to and from medical appointments.
• Facilitated groups and counseled individuals.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Class A CDL Driver License with all endorsements, (1994) Certificate of Rehabilitation from the
Superior Court of San Francisco and the State of California, (2011), Registered R.A.S. AOD Counselor.
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Submit Date: Feb 15, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
3 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
lived 20+ years worked 5 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Carlos j Fernandez
Richmond CA 94801
safe return project organizer
Carlos j Fernandez
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Seat Name
youth seat
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
2
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Carlos j Fernandez
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Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I hear there was a youth seat. I am a youth who is formerly incarcerated and today I mentor at-risk youth
in Richmond
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I feel that I have the experience that qualifies me and makes me an expert on what's best for youth in our
communities
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
Carlos j Fernandez
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If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
jjcc
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
jjcc
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
mentor and organizer in west county
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Carlos j Fernandez
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1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Carlos j Fernandez
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Submit Date: Sep 26, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
2022 - Current
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
20 years 2008
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Kevin D Finklea
Antioch CA 94531
USS/UPI ELO
Kevin D Finklea
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Seat Name
Nine (9) community-based representatives selected and appointed by the Board of Supervisors: Two (2)
individuals with prior personal criminal or juvenile justice system involvement;
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Los medanos
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
GE
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Kevin D Finklea
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Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
Having personally experienced our juvenile and adult justice system and having grown from such a place
as a young Black American would love and appreciate the opportunity to serve my community through
the lens of my intimate experiential knowledge of our juvenile and adult justice system and local culture. I
am determined to have a positive impact on our community by helping to reduce racial disparities in the
criminal and juvenile justice system with this body of my fellow community activist, advocates, and
officials of various offices.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Prior personal involvement with the criminal and juvenile justice system of Contra Costa County as well as
involvement with local low income community programs such as Rubicon Programs. I have also held a
volunteer leadership roll in the victory outreach homes rehabilitation program all in Antioch, CA who deals
with mainly a population this is currently or has been impacted by the criminal justice system.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Kevin D Finklea
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If Yes, please explain:
I work a full time job with UPI a united states steel company
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Volunteered for victory outreach rehabilitation homes and church, Grace Bible fellowship church, and
Rubicon Programs all in Antioch CA
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Kevin D Finklea
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Kevin D Finklea
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Submit Date: Oct 12, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
8years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
not sure maybe 5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
23 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Pamela L Henderson
Antioch CA 94531
All Roads Lead 65 Max
Foundation Inc.Founder/President
Pamela L Henderson
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Seat Name
8 or 9
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
N/A
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Business Management
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
management/leadership
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Pamela L Henderson
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Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
CDE
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
CNC, CNE
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Award certificate women's leadership section, UN Peace Ambassador, CDE, CNE, CNC
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
My expertise and skills have allowed me to help teach, mentor and facilitate and serve clients and
respond to the needs that establishes a healthy mindset that focuses on diversity and expanded
community support. I also believe that together sharing my ideas utilizing my foundation resources would
help increase the ability to serve clients and respond to the needs of the community and abroad towards
social growth.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Please see attached resume also I can provide certification upon request
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Pamela L Henderson
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Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Training and mentoring through my foundation and or webinar meetings
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I was requested to be on the CCC advisory board under the direction of principle Phyllis James at Black
Diamond middle school however their program had serviced another direction and I was updated later
about the change.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Pamela L Henderson
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Pamela L Henderson
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PamelaLHenderson
1
Resume
Objective:Utilizing my management skills of 21 years as an entrepreneur in an essential
specialized position.
Knowledgeable in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access applications:
Possess strong written and oral communication skills along with a positive attitude:
Qualified to create update and deploy work schedules and maintenance materials. Able to
fabricate inventory activities and reports of Vendor distributing and receiving: Resolving
help desk problem solving of customer and client issues:
Effective with sales ordering, process in a timely manner:
Experienced in working with groups and individuals using team work and collaboration:
Reputation as dependable, and able to work under minimal supervision:
Experience:
65Max Entertainment/ Apparel: C.F.0 -2005- present
Overseer of financial budgets negotiates contracts with outside vendors. facilitator and
founder of 65 Max Apparel teaching On-Line retail e commerce customer service friendly
utilizing and manufacturing her custom designs bringing her creativity to the fore-front
establishing the presence of ones passions and aspirations. WWW.65maxapparel.com
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All Roads Lead 65 Max Foundation Inc : Founder/President - 2012- Present
All Roads lead 65 Max foundation’ was founded by Pamela L. Henderson in 2012.The
Foundation is set-up to mentor females, young teens/adults underprivileged, being at risk from
failures at school, home, and transitioning through Foster Care. The Foundation offers our
teen/adult Community involvement to empower other girls serviced at the foundation facility, and or
Online.
When entering the program, there will be a form to complete by having a volunteer focused group
session to give feedback on a quarterly basis regarding their experience and how the Foundation can
improve their On-line training needs. 65 Max Foundation is set up in a classroom atmosphere,
teaching students Online Retail, utilizing it’s hands on websites 65MaxApparel.com or 65Max.com and
allroads65max.org. Shadow Following, role play and the professional aspects of being a team player
of customer service guidelines. The materials provided include sample test materials and quizzes that
are attained on it’s website https://www.allroads65max.org or https://learndesk.us/tag-pamela-1-
henderson-3470 offered through the e learning program On-line that will help each student master
their passion receiving online certification upon completion.
At the end of their training, applicants must also write a 500-word essay of how the Foundation and
its stakeholders have inspired them and provide two letters of recommendations if she would like to
participate to receive a scholarship if graduating from high school holding a GPA 2.6. Each Individual
will have a scheduled one on one progress report discussion with a mentor and an opportunity to
help them prepare, improve as they focus to help build their job readiness skills, help build their
confidence, and self-esteem. At the end of their training, each individual will have the opportunity
to apply within the foundation that creates jobs, or through listed vendors who offer job
opportunities.
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United Airlines: Provision Scheduler- 1997-2006
10 years of extensive shipping and receiving, recognized as a leader in the company utilizing
strong skills to effect an complete 75% increase in team/ co-worker production, customer
satisfaction by 99% recommended by management as a team leader and excellent facilitator
resolving customer relation issues.
Red Lobster: Associate General Manager- 1992-1997
Trained/supervised 60 full-time and 15 part-time employees, used extensive training to
increase customer member base by 75% exceeded goals in 2 years establishing my
employer as 2
'in the Industry, excellent facilitator skills in 50% increase/decrease in food
sales, costs revenues, profits, clients, expenses, charges. Eliminated customer complaints
increasing productivity by 60%.
Notary Public :Plasigning Document Signing Service: Self Employed- 1999-2018
Negotiate loan service contracts with various lending Institutions regarding Reverse Mortgage,
Purchases, Refinance, Equity line 1
st and 2n
d Mortgages , Time shares, Commercial Properties
including walk in services. Knowledgeable and Certified as a Professional Signing Agent,
utilizing E-mail as part of communication excepting loan document processes, making sure
that signatures are accurate and complied by (Secretary Of State) rules and guidelines are
complete. Prepared to train future Notary Public work force Addressing the
needs of professionalism, time management rules and regulation guidelines being hands on
servicing the public as a mobile Notary Public, under her direction that is required per lender
and third party Institutions abroad.
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PamelaLHenderson
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JFK University Concord California October 2014-2015
IEL3010 : Entrepreneurship Leadership Program referred Direction (Mayor Tim Grayson)
Certificate
Member of Women s Empowerment Leadership Sector 2019
2014 National Development Institute certification (CNC) Certified NonProfit Consultant
2015 N.A.N.O.E Board of Governor Certificate CNE
2018 N.A.N.O.E Board of Governor Certificate CDE
2021 Award Winning Author “Book”
“ Journey Of A Sapphire “
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Submit Date: Oct 10, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
N/A - Out of County
Length of Employment
5 years 8 months
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
District #4
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Cumulatively about 10 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Alisha M Jackson
Vacaville CA 95687
Hope Solutions Probation and Re-entry Managr
Alisha M Jackson
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Seat Name
Seat #5, #6 or #7
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
0
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Napa Valley College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
General Education
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Bethany College of California
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Intercultural Early Childhood Education
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Trident Technical College
Alisha M Jackson
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Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Paralegal Studies Program
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Compasspoint- Conflict Resolution with Power and Privilege in Minds
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Leaderspring- Racial Justice Series
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
None
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
It is a responsibility and a civic duty for community-based agencies, such as Hope Solutions, which
provide boots on the ground services and support to have a voice in systems change work within the
county we serve. Contra Costa County has been an industry leader in the state regarding best practices
for programs in support of the re-entry population. Remaining on the forefront requires continued work to
improve the equity, efficiency and effectiveness of programs and services. Being able to view resources
within the county from a racial justice lens is an invaluable opportunity. It would be my pleasure to connect
with like passioned community members in support of individuals returning home to West, Central and
East Contra Costa County.
Alisha M Jackson
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Upload a Resume
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Since 2018, I have provided services and supports to justice impacted individuals. Beginning as Housing
Specialist with the CoCo Lead+ Program, I provided housing specific case management to individuals
referred for diversion through Antioch Police Department. In 2019, I transitioned into a supervisory role for
our probations contract. While supervising this program, I developed and implemented a new program
design which is now known as the Probation Housing Program (PHP). The Probation Housing Program
provides housing services and support to justice involved individuals on Felony Probation under AB 109 or
General Supervision, with transitioning successfully back into their communities within West, Central and
East Contra Costa County. In addition to PHP, I currently manage two grants funded by the Board of
Supervision and Community Corrections (BSCC). Adult Re-entry Grant (ARG)- Warm Hand Off and
Rental Subsidy, which are grants for individuals on Parole, Post Release Courtesy Supervision and
AB109 with previous state prison commitments. I believe that this rich history and experience places me
in a unique position to provide insight into the challenges and successes experienced by re-entry
individuals in real time.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Volunteer Experience AB109 Partners and Providers- meeting attendee Clean Slate Day- tabled CBO
Welcome Home- Re-entry Community Resource and Employment Fair- tabled CBO
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Alisha M Jackson
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Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Our agency has many contracts with Contra Costa County. There are two specific re-entry contracts:
Probation Housing Program (PHP)- Rapid Rehousing and Eviction Prevention services and Probation
Housing Program for youth 18-26 (PHP TAY)- Rapid Rehousing services.
Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Alisha M Jackson
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1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Alisha M Jackson
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ALISHA M. JACKSON
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging and rewarding position within your organization.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Case Management
▪ Responsible for eligibility, intake and assessment
▪ Developed case files for all incoming clients
▪ Managed an Education and Employment client caseload
▪ Collaborated with various professional entities assuring complete support of individuals
▪ Intake referrals from county social workers, probation officers and private sectors
▪ Liaison between program, clients, guardians, and outside organizations
Supervision
▪ Oversaw annual program budget, staff recruitment, supervision, scheduling, trainings and evaluations
▪ Managed timecard processing, database maintenance, monthly reports and statistics
▪ Administered program evaluation, formulation and implementation of respite policies and procedures
▪ Development and Administration of volunteer programs (reading & tutoring)
Program Management
▪ Big picture thinking
▪ Superior analytical skills
▪ Leadership and Team Building
▪ Communication
▪ Influencing and Negotiating
▪ Conflict Resolution
▪ Planning and Resource Management
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Probation and Re-entry Manager, Hope Solutions July 2020- Present
Probation and Re-entry Supervisor, Contra Costa Interfaith Housing October 2019-July 2020
Housing Specialist, CoCo Lead+, Contra Costa Interfaith Housing May 2018-October 2019
Housing Navigator, Contra Costa Interfaith Housing, Pleasant Hill, CA January 2017-May 2018
Owner/Operator, Moving Forward Transition Services LLC, Fairfield, CA March 2017-December 2018
Program Specialist, First Place for Youth, Fairfield, CA April 2008- January 2017
Program Coordinator, Boys & Girls Club, American Canyon, CA September 2007-March 2008
Infant /Toddler Teacher, Vacaville Christian School, Vacaville, CA September 2005-June 2007
Owner/ Operator, I Am Creations, Fairfield, CA February 2005-June 2007
Respite Care, ALDEA Children & Family Services, Fairfield, CA November 2000-June 2004
-Respite Coordinator, Solano Parent Network February 2001-June 2004
-Respite Provider, Solano Parent Network December 1999-February 2001
-Counselor, ALDEA Assessment Center March 2000-February 2001
-Crisis Counselor, ALDEA Therapeutic Behavioral Services November 2000-February 2001
EDUCATION
Napa Valley College, Napa, CA September 1999-May 2001
Completed 26 Units towards bachelor’s degree
Bethany College of California, Scotts Valley, CA September 1991-May 1993
Completed 80 Units completed towards bachelor’s degree
Trident Technical College, Charleston, SC January 1988-May 1988
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Submit Date: Sep 19, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
N/A - Out of County
Length of Employment
two years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
two years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Ocean Mottley
Emeryville CA 94608
Bay Area Legal Aid senior staff attorney
Ocean Mottley
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Seat Name
CBO 5,6,&7
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
1
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
None of the above
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
UC Hastings
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
JD
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
University of Baltimore
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MA
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
UC Berkeley
Ocean Mottley
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Upload a Resume
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
state bar
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I work for Bay Area Legal Aid in our reentry unit representing clients who are system impacted with
criminal and civil legal issues. I'm also a member of the affected community as a convicted felon and
formerly incarcerated person.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
see resume
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Ocean Mottley
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If Yes, please explain:
full time employment but flexible schedule
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
former member of the SF Board of Supervisors Safer Schools Sexual Assault Task Force
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
I'm not sure of the answer to this, but I work at Bay Aera Legal Aid, and we get funding through various
grants such as AB 109.
Ocean Mottley
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Ocean Mottley
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Ocean Mottley
WORK EXPERIENCE
Staff Attorney, November 2020 – present
Bay Area Legal Aid
Re-entry services: criminal record clearing, driver’s license suspensions, criminal/traffic debt relief,
FEHA employment and housing enforcement, benefits, stimulus check and tax relief, DVRO, and custody
Attorney, January 2019 – December 2020
Self-employed
Labor and employment law, criminal defense, tax, and family law
Business Agent, December 2017 – November 2018
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Local B192
Managing the daily affairs of the Local, supervising staff and stewards, contract negotiations, grievance
handling, arbitration, and training
Attorney, April 2016 – December 2017
Self-employed
Administrative law: Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), Department of Industrial
Relations – Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE), and National Labor Relations Board (NLRB);
union certification, election assistance, negotiations, mediation, and criminal defense
Staff Attorney, October 2013 – March 2016
United Public Employees of California, LiUNA, Local 792
Disciplinary appeal hearings, arbitrations, mediations, fact-finding, DFEH, DLSE, California Employment
Development Department (EDD), Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), California Public Employment
Relations Board (PERB), California State Personnel Board (SPB), California Department of Human
Resources (CalHR), internal affairs investigations, California superior court(s), strikes, and negotiations
Local Counsel, April 2013 – October 2013
Law Offices of Higbee & Associates
Superior Court – Criminal Division appearances (criminal defense/expungement)
Contract Attorney, August 2011 – March 2013
Law Office of Andrew Wolff
Superior Court appearances, client interviews, investigations, pleadings, propounding discovery, and
depositions (landlord tenant/personal injury)
Business Agent, February 2003 – April 2012
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Local 169
Negotiate, draft, and service labor contracts, grievance officer, health and welfare officer, delegate to
local and international labor bodies, DLSE, EDD, NLRB, picket captain, and shift assignment
Of Counsel, December 2010 – July 2011
Kraml Law Office
Business/Legal consultation, tax preparation and planning, and Superior Court appearances (civil)
SEIU Law Clerk, May 2008 – August 2008
Service Employees International Union, West Coast Office
Second chair contract negotiations and legal research and writing
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Pro Bono Hotline Attorney, August 2019 – November 2020
Root and Rebound
Assisting incarcerated people with transitional services
Pro Bono Family Law Representation, March 2019 – January 2021
Justice and Diversity Center of the Bar Association of San Francisco
Representation of indigent clients in San Francisco Superior Court Family Law Department
Executive Board Member, January 2015 – present
International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Local 169
Member of governing board of private sector labor union
Task Force Legal Advocate, October 2016 – November 2017
San Francisco Board of Supervisors Safer Schools Sexual Assault Task Force
Legal advocate for policy analysis and recommendations regarding campus sexual assault
Certified Law Student, August 2007 – March 2008
UC Hastings College of the Law
Representation of state wage and hour claimant in Contra Costa Superior Court
EDUCATION
· University of California (Hastings), San Francisco, CA
J.D., 2009 (Admitted, California State Bar, 2010)
Moot Court Class Awards – Honorable Mention: Best Brief and Best Oralist
· University of Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
George Meany Center – National Labor College, Silver Spring, MD
M.A., Legal and Ethical Studies, 2006
Vice President, Graduate Student Body
· University of California (Berkeley), Berkeley, CA
B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies, 2002
· Laney College, Oakland, CA
A.A., Labor Studies, 2000
· California State University (East Bay), Oakland, CA
Certification, Human Resource Management, (basic) 2020, (advanced) 2021
· City College of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Certifications, Sexual Health Educator, 2013, and Social Diversity, 2015
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
Jenna Statfeld Harris, Supervising Attorney, Bay Area Legal Aid,
Eva DeLair, Supervising Attorney, Root and Rebound,
Kevin King, Business Agent, direct supervisee, IATSE B-192,
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Submit Date: Aug 26, 2020
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
Which supervisorial district do you live in?
District 3
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of California Berkeley
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
John F. Kennedy School of Law
Michael S Pierson
Brentwood CA 94513
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Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Juris Doctorate
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other schools / training completed:
Course Studied
Hours Completed
Certificate Awarded?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Council: Submitted
Planning Commission: Submitted
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Seat Name
Community Representative
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If you have attended, how many meetings have you attended?
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Upload a Resume
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I am a person of color and a resident of Contra Costa County who is a first-hand witness to the racial and
ethnic disparities within the local criminal justice system. As an African American youth growing up in the
projects of Oakland, I personally witnessed and experienced the harsh and unequal treatment of Blacks
by law enforcement and the criminal justice system. It was these disparities in the criminal justice system
that made me want to be a lawyer so I can help make a difference in my community. I have experienced
both sides of the criminal justice system, as a criminal defendant and as a criminal defense attorney. I
believe that this gives me a unique perspective on the criminal justice system. As our country has reached
a boiling point with race and the injustices of the criminal system, I am compelled to do my part to make a
difference in my community. I am committed to doing everything in my power to be a part of the solution
to these issues, and I believe that being on this board/commission I can make a difference in my local
community.
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
I would like to be considered for appointment to other advisory boards for which I may be
qualified.
Yes No
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board, commission, or committee?
Yes No
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I am a current member of the Contra Costa County Bar Association Board of Directors, where I chair
several committees and serve on various Sections. I was a long-time volunteer and mentor with the
CHAMPS Foundation. I served as Mock Trial Co-Instructor for Center for Youth Development Through
Law. I have been a moderator and/or panelist for various community and legal Race and Equality panels.
I have been a guest speaker at various Bay Area community centers for at-risk youth.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Please see my attached resume.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a Familial or Financial Relationship with a member of the Board of
Supervisors?
Yes No
Michael_Pierson_-_Resume.pdf
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If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relations?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
I certify that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct to
the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
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MICHAEL PIERSON
Antioch, CA 94531
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Key Counsel, P.C., Antioch & Walnut Creek, CA (2018 – Present)
Partner/Attorney at Law
• Provide legal representation to clients in civil litigation, business, criminal, conservatorship, and
guardianship cases.
• Supervise and manage attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Draft business formations, legal documents, correspondences, and pleadings.
• Correspond on a regular basis with attorneys, judges, clerks, clients, and 3rd parties.
• Provide customer service to firm clients.
Arise Law Group, Antioch & Walnut Creek, CA (2017 – 2018)
Principle/Attorney at Law
• Represent clients in various civil, criminal, conservatorship, and guardianship matters.
• Supervise and manage paralegals and office staff.
• Manage day to day business operations of the firm.
• Draft various legal documents, correspondences, and pleadings.
• Correspond on a regular basis with attorneys, judges, clerks, clients, 3rd parties, and vendors.
Life Law Group, Concord, CA (2012- 2017)
Partner/Attorney at Law
• Represented clients in civil, criminal, conservatorship, and guardianship matters.
• Supervised and managed attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff.
• Drafting various legal document, correspondences, and pleadings.
• Appeared in court on client matters and at trials.
John F. Kennedy College of Law, Pleasant Hill, CA (2016-2017)
Adjunct Law Professor
• Instructor of the legal methods writing course for first year law students.
• Developed the syllabus, course lesson plan, and exams.
• Responsible for full 15 weeks of instruction of law students.
• Reviewed and graded all student course assignments and exams.
John F. Kennedy College of Law, Pleasant Hill, CA (2011-2015)
Director of Law Admissions, Outreach and Examination Services
• Recruited potential law students for admissions to the College of Law and Paralegal Studies
Department.
• Represented the College of Law at graduate school fairs throughout the state.
• Worked with Barbri to develop an intensive California State Bar Examination program.
• Advised potential students on admissions and prepared current students for the bar exam.
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Pierson Law Office, Walnut Creek, CA (2011 - 2012)
Principle/Attorney at Law
• Represented clients in major felony and misdemeanor criminal matters.
• Responsible for collecting the necessary data, reviewing the facts, and providing legal advice to
clients in criminal matters.
• Performed tasks of investigating, interviewing witnesses, and researching all aspects of client
cases.
• Responsible for drafting and arguing motions at various law and motion proceedings.
• Negotiated with District Attorney Offices in multiple counties.
Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office, San Jose, CA (2010)
Law Clerk
• Conducted extensive legal research.
• Drafted motions and responses for the Felony Motions, Writs and Appeals Team.
• Organized and maintained highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Assisted a team of Attorneys in preparation for hearings and trials.
• Communicated and worked collaboratively with Judges, Public Defenders, Prosecutors, Private
Attorneys, Police Officers, and Investigators.
Robinson Law Firm, Fremont, CA (1989-1993; 2007-2010)
Law Clerk
• Coordinated multifaceted office functions to provide legal and administrative support for a
criminal defense law firm.
• Interviewed clients, prepared witnesses, and directed activities of investigators.
• Drafted moving and responsive briefs, client letters, demand letters, and memoranda.
• Assisted in all aspects of State and Federal Court trial preparation, including in-court litigation
support.
EDUCATION
University of California Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts (2002), Political Science
John F. Kennedy School of Law, Pleasant Hill, CA
Juris Doctorate (2010)
• Dean’s List & ranked in top 10% of class
• Top Student Award, Witkins Award of Excellence (Constitution law & Evidence)
• Vice-President/Co-Founder, Law Students Association
• Graduate Teaching Assistant Constitution Law
LICENSE /CERTIFICATION
Admitted Member (2011) – The State Bar of California
Admitted Member (2014)– United States District Court – Northern District
Admitted Member (2016)– United States District Court – Eastern District
Certified Mediator – Congress of Neutrals
California Licensed Real Estate Agent
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/VOLUNTEER
Contra Costa County Bar Association - Board of Directors
Contra Costa County Bar Association - East County Section (Vice-President)
Contra Costa County Bar Association – Diversity Committee (Sub-Committee Co-Chair)
Contra Costa County Bar Association – Women’s Section
Contra Costa County Bar Association – Probate & Estate Planning Section
Contra Costa County Bar Association – Barrister Section
Contra Costa County Bar Association – Criminal Section
Contra Costa Criminal Conflicts Panel (Panel Attorney)
The Robert G. McGrath American Inns of Court
Charles Houston Bar Association
CHAMPS Foundation (Mentor/Volunteer)
Familiar Legal (Co-Founder/CFO)
AIDS Legal Referral Panel Attorney
American Bar Association Member
California Women Lawyers
East Bay Trusts and Estates Lawyers Association
National Forum for Black Public Administrators
Center for Youth Development Through Law – Volunteer Mock Trial Co-Instructor
AWARDS
Super Lawyers Northern California Rising Stars
National Association of Distinguished Counsel Fellow
Contra Costa County Diversity Award Platinum Recipient
Contra Costa County Bar Association – 2019 Platinum Diversity Award Winner
Contra Costa County Bar Association – 2020 Platinum Diversity Award Winner
REFERENCES
Mika Domingo, M.S. Domingo Law Group
1501 N Broadway Suite 260, Walnut Creek, CA 94596; (925) 891-5006
Martin Caraves, Torres & Caraves, APC
300 Frank H Ogawa Plz, Ste 203, Oakland, CA 94612-2051; (510) 508-0118
Matthew Talbot, Talbot Law Group, PC
2033 N Main St #750, Walnut Creek, CA 94596; (925) 322-1795
Qiana Washington, Washington & Associates Law Firm
1470 Maria Ln Suite 240, Walnut Creek, CA 94596; (925) 278-1791
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Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Describe why you are interested in serving on this advisory board/commission (please limit
your response to one paragraph).
I have been involved with the Racial Justice Coalition & the work of the subsequent Task Force since
inception. I’ve played an integral role in ensuring the final recommendations reflect the needs of our
greater community & would like to work towards ensuring the implementation follows the spirit of the
recommendations. As a trained mediator & negotiator, multicultural & multilingual, as well as one heavily
involved in many different community groups throughout the county, I believe I can represent multiple
perspectives while maintaining focus on the purpose of the advisory body.
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Cheryl Sudduth
El CA 94803
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Cellular & Molecular Biology and
Biochemistry
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Cheryl Sudduth
Summary of Professional Skills
Detail-oriented Contracting Director with extensive experience in local, state, federal, international public/private/commercial contracting & governance.
Chief negotiator, evaluator, drafter of wide range of contracts; manage P&Ls; supervise contract specialists & project managers. Valid government clearances.
Project Management | Negotiations | Strategic Oversight | Business Development | Leadership & Team Building | Market Insights | Facilitation & Med iation
Compliance |Budget Management | Public Relations | Legal Acumen |Research & Development | Development | Client & Community O utreach
Professional Contracts & Project Management Experience
• SME & chief resource for all aspects of contract interpretation & administration; senior-level cradle-to-grave contract administration: drafted,
negotiated, closed, administered nearly $500M private, public sector & commercial contracts; preparation, finalization, analysis and administration.
Provided leadership, management & oversight of all aspects of entire contract operations process and all regulatory compliance program requirements
throughout contract life cycle for private, commercial, public sector (GSA, USCG, Dept. of the Navy, Dept. of the Army, IRS, SSA, CBP, USDA, FDA,
DOD, DOI, FPS, & DHS) contracts: negotiations, drafting, pre-award & post-award functions, procurement, close-outs, terminations, & administer
full range of standard & complex software, hardware, systems, materials, consulting , communications, & services agreements plus other transactions.
• Created new procedures to reduce contracting processing incl. preapproved contract clauses directory to streamline negotiations, checklists to aid in
contract review, contract summary sheets and calendar tickler forms to increase efficiencies.
• Directed oversight of real property contract division: drafting, negotiating, closing, administering $15M-450M in merger & acquisitions, lease
management, professional services, and construction of client -owned property or renovated leased property incl. overseeing/conducting due diligence
research; defining & documenting project scope; working with architects, construction project managers and the facility engineering team to define ,
design, plan construction or renovation/alteration and any subsequent scope changes; work with project managers on any additional changes to project
scopes or operational plans, any needed maintenance or repair; sourcing materials & resources; vetting vendors; negotiating & administering contracts
& leases; preparing documentation; developing timetables and processes for completion; defining inspection criteria, quality assurance and quality
surveillance programs; tracking progress and handling any construction or project issues; establishing project evaluation criteria; managing timely
delivery of property and services as contracted and inspecting final buildings to ensure final specs and quality standards are met as defined .
• Managed procurement administration: created bid announcements, reviewed/selected LTPA bids suitable to budget & timeline, prepared award letters,
purchase agreements, contracts, leases to acquire most cost--effective services & terms; compare prices, discounts, delivery dates, materials & pricing,
labor costs, overhead, handling charges, negotiate prices & services, vendor/subcontractor vetting, oversee adherence to contract flow-down provisions.
• Negotiated agency-wide vendor supplies agreements, resulting in monthly incentives for early payments of up to 7.25% & annual savings of 22%.
• Defined, researched, interpreted, & framed complex issues; reviewed contractual & regulatory data; assessed -prioritized-monitored-addressed potential
challenges and risks; evaluated alternate solutions; provided clear, concise, insightful contractual analyses & presentations to executive management and
outside counsel; recommended feasible actions; developed timetables & processes for completion.
• Project Manager: regularly oversaw, planned, scheduled & organized work of division & program staff incl. flow of activity to accomplish strategic
objectives, meet deadlines, stay within budget, exchange information, meet contract specifications & departmental policy. Established priorities,
allocated resources & provided appropriate support through project life cycle, incl. utilizing CRM, ERP & other dashboard systems and government
proprietary tracking programs to manage performance & resources.
• Developed annual division operating budget for exec review & approval; reviewed & approved financial reports, contracts, budget change requests, &
no-cost extensions; closely monitored spending to ensure budgets tracked with approved financial plan & periodically discussed with managers;
coordinated integral business components (purchasing, contracts, construction); kept all internal/external stakeholders apprised of ongoing project statuses.
• Implemented new cross-departmental management training system, identifying opportunities for managers of different departments to learn new skills
and to diversify thought leadership & skills capabilities across agency.
• Worked with HR, Project Teams, Marketing & Client Services to ensure compliance with Sec. 508-Accessibility Standards for Documents. Conducted
needs assessment, instructional curriculum design, training materials, tools & resources; developed & facilitated ADA Documentation Remediation
Training (in multiple languages) following web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) Level AA/AAA or ISO (International Organization for
Standardization) specificity for various document types - Adobe PDFs(.pdf), Adobe InDesign(.indd), Microsoft Word(.doc, .docx), Microsoft Excel(.xls, .xlsx),
Microsoft PowerPoint(.ppt, .pptx). Developed detailed best practices guides for future reference.
• Discovered additional revenue opportunities that increased revenues over $1.6M annually. Oversaw work of outside agencies, consultants & vendors;
worked with sales & operations managers/project managers to develop business proposals & prepare specs & RFPs; coordinated in-house & consultant
input for proposal docs; provided management oversight of new opportunities.
• Community Engagement: Advance and communicate organization’s mission via effective marketing and public relations. Lead community partner and
agency communication efforts inc. strategy planning, developing print media and marketing collateral, media relations, website/electronic
communications, crisis communications, & printed materials/publications/photography. Increase engagement of community members through
designing & executing marketing campaigns, contests, & other initiatives. Grow existing partner/client base, maintain current relationships & build
strategic relationships between organization & local community, non-profit agencies, schools, & government offices. Act as employee advocate.
• Events Management: planned annual disAbility Awareness Month activities and Employee recognition Awards events; organized annual/semi-annual
training and recognition events for community partners; coordinated special events related to learning, community engagement, and other opportunities
for stakeholders, including workshops, panels, site visits, or other programs; collaborated with project managers and community partners on Service &
Leadership, MLK Week, disAbility Week/Month recognition; annual training & achievements conference planning team member & forum participant;
mySiebel News team liaison & legal/contracts group intranet administrator; international delegate at worldwide training & industry events.
Professional Compliance Officer Experience
• Planned and oversaw regulatory program by devising and implementing appropriate strategies for compliance and creating the structures, systems,
competencies and monitoring activities to meet requirements; set priorities, determined goals and planned changes; worked directly with managers to
communicate, educate and facilitate team productivity, efficiency and proficiency.
• Developed a single quality compliance group with defined standards; implemented specific quality & performance metrics in adh erence to applicable
contract/organizational policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, external laws and accreditation standards. Managed implementation of
adopted national/international performance & quality standards (ISO 9001, CARF, LEAN, AbilityOne, Goodwill Int’l) & quality checks.
• Created inspection criteria & checklists to reduce work/prep time & aid staff in noticing errors quicker, improving quality control by 45%.
• Produced quantitative reports/dashboards to measure effectiveness of compliance programs & training; tracked risk mgt issues; summarized cases. Page 141 of 166
• Coordinated with project managers, contractors and vendors to conduct proper EIRs & ensure all regulatory requirements, incl. all environmental and
social impact concerns are defined, properly addressed & documented.
• Worked with advocacy organizations, federal, state & local regulators to ensure each project plan incl. sustainability, recycling measures, water
efficiencies, renewable resources, and energy efficiency; & preserved any required historical building features.
• Performed routine & targeted internal audits, monitored reviews to identify trends in potential com pliance & privacy risks, recommended corrective
action plans as needed. Maintained well-organized, auditable regulatory files. Provided external audit support, coordination, & trend analysis.
• Facilitated & participated in collective bargaining + mediation. Oversaw complaint resolution & grievance processes & procedures, incl. investigated
bargaining/non-bargaining unit grievances, interviewing employees, developing & recommending appropriate resolutions & corrective actions, advising
managers on communications approaches, documentation, dispute resolution. Conducted grievance hearings.
• Served as AA/EEO Officer, directly conducted or assisted staff with review and investigations of charges of unfair labor prac tices and employment
discrimination claims, incl. assisted in responding to requests to NLRB, EEOC, & State regulatory agency investigations and hearings.
• Advised, trained and provided specific direction to managers to ensure compliance with policies and practices governing workp lace rules and conduct,
plus applicable laws, regulations and best practices.
• Created culture for learning & continuous improvement: needs assessment, instructional design; developed & disseminated train ing materials, trainer
development, delivery; provide tools & resources for quality, performance management & measurement; train/re-train managers & site supervisors.
• Maintained regulatory intelligence through research, continuing education, regulatory seminars, conferences & meetings to stay abreast of new/emerging
regulations. Monitored & maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal, state & applicable international employment laws, pending legislation reported
in federal register, updated OIG work plans, revised accreditation standards, & monitored advancements in privacy rights & co mpliance technologies
to determine level & need for inclusion in current policies & procedures/SOPs. Utilized statistical aggregation & analyses, proactive & purposeful
communications, and training & monitoring activities to identify, implemented & dissemi nated best practices.
M2E2 Consulting Inc. ~ Principal Consultant, Contracts and Compliance ~ 01.2005-
• Contracts Drafting, Negotiation and Analysis; Contracts & Records Management; Compliance oversight & Regulatory Affairs manag ement. Serve as
SME providing expert Technical and Research Assistance (local, state/federal/industry).
• Define framework, strategies, and deployment plans for contract management. Administer contract review and approval process utilizing global
document management system. Liaise with Legal and Procurement leaders to develop contract templates for major spend categories and an approved
clauses & standard agreements templates library for contingent use by contracting staff.
• Develop and direct implementation of strategic goals and objectives, policies, procedures and standards.
• Conduct/analyze gap analyses and evaluations for executive team and other stakeholders incl. local/state/federal entities and other agencies.
• Develop training programs; design training, educational & communications tools & collateral materials for staff, executives, stakeholders & public.
• Provide ongoing execution and management of process & business excellence initiatives utilizing certified, industry -wide best practices (LEAN, TCM,
& ISO 9001), aligned with PMI & PMBOK, to provide cradle-to-grave contract management.
• Oversee Procurement & Property Asset Management incl. contract negotiations & administration. Develop, maintain & execute policies, procedures
& systems; ensure scalability of processes & systems. Develop best cost-value sourcing processes in coordination with int/ext business partners.
Vendor/Supplier vetting. Effect sound QA/QS programs.
• Chief Labor Negotiator: assist in contract bargaining; finalize post-negotiation docs; provide guidance through grievance & arbitration process.
• Directed development of capital improvement plan budgets for approval, as well as monitored implementation of adopted budgets.
• Oversee Real Property transactions: due diligence; M&A; leases; defining & documenting project scope; sourcing; vetting; negotiations; documentation
prep; developing timetables; defining inspection criteria, QA/QSP; tracking progress; handling construction/project issues; establishing project eval
criteria; managing timely delivery of property/services & final inspections; ensuring proper & timely payment receipts.
• Conduct manager and staff training and provide guidance on building safe, inclusive environments for all workers inc. sexual harassment/AB1825,
EEO, DOL, FMLA, ADAAA, OSHA and workplace safety, policies & compliance matters,
• Community Engagement, Social Equity and Justice: issues chiefly related to job & wage equity, housing security, food justice and access, inclusive
community development, leadership development, inclusive public safety, and other issues, while employing true community enga gement and
empowerment especially that which is committed to building power for communities of color, low-income people, immigrants, and other marginalized
people. Build and strengthen relationships with other local community-based organizations. Collaborate with existing community groups, leaders and
community members to develop and execute community-based initiatives/campaigns which help to build community power, with a particular focus
on housing, community wellness, civil & immigrant rights, food & environmental (clean air & water) jus tice, and public safety interventions (in a non-
punitive, inclusive way). Expand and strengthen grassroots coalition base via recruiting volunteers and developing community leaders. Supervise and
mentor leaders. Facilitate leadership classes to educate community on social justice issues; serve as moderator and forum participant. Conduct
community outreach and information sharing and engage community in meetings, town halls, listening sessions to determine need s and concerns.
Develop and implement specific political and organizing strategies for each campaign. Research, compile, analyze, interpret and summarize complex,
information then determine reasonable alternatives and conclusions as well as recommendations for actions/inactions. Advocate policy positions at
public forums, City Hall, County Board Administration meetings, and State Legislative sessions. Meet with local, county and s tate elected officials to
discuss community issues and advocate needs.
Goodwill Industries, Inc. / Calidad Industries, Inc., an AbilityOne - affiliated CRP) ~ Senior Director, Contracts & Compliance ~ 02.2003-12.2016
• Contracts Negotiation & Management: cradle to grave, providing leadership to 12-15 project managers & site supervisors. SME & chief resource.
Interpreted & analyzed contract terms and potential impacts to Agency incl. translation of issues and proposed alternative contract language/terms .
• Procurement, purchasing, global source selection, RFI/RFP preparation, evaluation, negotiation and issuance, and subcontracting vendor management
utilizing standard & customized SRM, ERP and CRM systems.
• Contractor, subcontractor, and vendor compliance: periodic audits and field investigations to confirm compliance with applica ble laws, regulations &
related policies incl. flow-down terms & conditions, prevailing wage (SCA/WDR/DBA) policies and other labor regulations.
• Experienced Labor Negotiator: lead contract bargaining; finalize post-negotiation documents; train and coach managers on supporting union-
represented workers; provide guidance through grievance & arbitration process.
• Budget Management: annual budget preparation and revenue projection analyses, quarterly P&L planning and budget management. C onduct periodic
audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations. Prepare risk assessments. Advise project team of impact of operational decisions on P&L.
• Regulatory and Contract Compliance Research: reviewed, interpreted, applied and monitored requirements under FLSA, SCA, Abili tyOne, DOL,
DBRA, FAR, DOD, SOX, OFAC, GLBA, EEO, ADA, FMLA, EDD, KYC, cost-ben analyses, LOCs, Patriot Act, Reg. E, HIPAA and HITECH.
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• Quality Management: developed, designed and managed implementation of quality and performance metrics applicable to contract/organizational
policies, regulatory requirements, external laws, adopted int'l quality and accreditation standards (CARF, ISO 9001, AbilityOne, Goodwill Int’l). Produced
quantitative reports/dashboards measuring effectiveness of compliance programs & training; tracked issues & summarized mgt ef forts.
• Management Staff Coaching and Guidance: labor and employee relations practices, performance improvement, contract interpretation &
administration, developing and implementing strategic initiatives, safety administration, and emerging workforce issues.
• Personnel Compliance: EEO Officer for AbilityOne workforce. Resident SME on laws governing equal employment and fair, consistent treatment of
employees. Handled regulatory filings, inquiries, audits, investigations. Facilitated satisfactory resolutions to grie vances. Assisted HR with document
production to regulatory agencies, investigations. Trained managers and staff and provided guidance on building safe, inclusive environments for all
workers (sexual harassment/AB1825, EEO, DOL, FMLA, ADAAA, OSHA, EHS, and workplace safety).
• Suggested then helped implement personnel realignment so key individuals communicated critical information & instructions in real-time updates.
• disAbility and AbilityOne Program oversight: HR compliance systems and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Increased direct labor ratio from 67% to 83% over five years, using intentional direct hiring efforts and enhanced worker training.
• Directed hiring & retention to increase Wounded Warriors & Veterans w/disAbilities participants, increasing hires by 19.5% FFY14 ->FFY17.
• Chair agency's Quality Work Environment (QWE) task force working directly with workers with significant disAbilities to determine most effective
ways to help workers be more efficient & productive, leading to increased wages and greater opportunities for advancement and/or competitive
employment outside of the agency. Annually, identify & train select workers with significant disAbilities to participate on task force, learn self-advocacy
& leadership skills, and attend annual conferences in Washington DC, Los Angeles, Dallas and Sacramento.
Siebel Systems, Inc. (now Oracle Corp.) ~ Sr. Contracts Negotiator ~ 11.1998 – 01.2003
• Senior-level cradle-to-grave contract management incl. drafted, negotiated, closed, administered $450M of large standard and complex, non-standard
software license and professional services agreements and related contractual collateral.
• Worked with senior corporate counsel to establish real property division incl. negotiating & administering real estate contracts for company-owned
property & acquisitions, lease management, defined inspections & QA programs. Assisted senior corporate counsel in handling all M&A transactions
for real and intellectual property incl. EDD & KYC.
• Worked directly with project team to define project scope, develop timetables and processes for completion, track progress and management issues
(incl. QA & inspection reports or complaints), evaluation criteria, summarize case management efforts utilizing standard and customized systems (Siebel,
PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle, Salesforce), manage and inspect timely delivery of property and services as contracted and proper payments received.
• Created training & negotiation tools (standard contract templates, contract playbooks and clauses repository) for s ales, operations & legal team.
• Interpreted & analyzed contract terms & potential impacts to company incl. translation of issues & proposal of alt. language or other resolution(s).
• Developed and delivered on-site contract negotiation training to contracts/sales personnel throughout No. America, So. America, EMEA, and
Australia; worked with local legal staff and consultants to create localized versions of agreements, contract manuals, & trai ning materials (verse in 8
languages); created user-friendly contract manuals, detailed ‘playbooks’ and ‘best practices guides’ for training legal support and sales staff.
• Annual training & achievements conference planning team member and forum participant; mySiebel News team liaison & legal/contracts group intranet
administrator; International delegate at worldwide training & industry events.
Sony Signatures Inc. (a division of Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sony Software) ~ Mgr. Contracts/Negotiator ~ 08.1994 – 01.1999
• Managed negotiation & contracting process for standard to complex, public/private sector merchandising license & services agreements, statements of
work, amendments, technology, real property, non-disclosures, contractors, distributors, & vendors under tight deadlines with limited direction.
• Interpreted and analyzed contract terms and potential impacts to company incl. translation of issues and proposal of alt. contract language/terms.
• Created, reviewed, updated standard contract templates, playbooks, clauses repository and contract summary sheets.
• Worked with corporate counsel/general counsel on real property transactions incl. due diligence research on international real estate purchases and tax
implications, defining & documenting project scope, construction issues & vendor vetting, negotiating contracts & property leases, defining inspection
criteria & quality surveillance programs, prep docs, managing property inspections of final building deliveries to ensure fin al specs met.
• Coordinated tracking & verification activities; communicated with implementation licensees to detail reporting requirements & ensure quarterly reports
were submitted accurately and timely. Created & supervised maintenance of databases. Developed & implemented quality pre- & post-contract systems
to automate & streamline contract process; proactively monitored compliance for 300+ agts, incl. 2,000+ contracts shared database.
• Assisted with creation, design, testing, & maintenance of Royalty Management System & Lotus Notes. Developed & delivered on -site training to
contracts/artist relations personnel in No. America, So. America, EMEA & Australia. Served as U.S. Customs liaison & aided in enforcement of IP
rights incl. prep of cease & desist letters and reports of violating companies & products and those involved in detentions an d seizures.
Professional Education & Training
• University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Bachelor of Science, Cellular & Molecular Biology/Biochemistry
• Continuing Education, Contracting and Compliance: Virginia Commonwealth University, Defense Acquisition Univ. (DAWIA), NCMA, Strayer Univ.
• Member, National Contract Management Association (NCMA), Government Contract Management certification, in progress
• Member, International Association for Contract & Commercial Management (IACCM), Certified Contract Management Expert (CCME), in progress
• Member, American Contract Compliance Association (ACCA), Certification in progress
• California Diversity Council, National Diversity Council, National Disability Council, National Association of Professional Women
• Specialized: Contracts Management, Contract Claims Management, FAR Administration, Strategies in Contracts Negotiation, Managing Cost Cont racts, Cost Contract
Accounting Principles, Research & Contracting Strategies, GSA Contracting Basics, Internal Quality Assurance, Art of Negotiation, Fed Compliance, HIPAA, Stark, False
Claims Act, Problem Solving & Decision Making, Sexual Harassment AB1825 (Trainer), EEO Officer, ADA & disAbility Awareness (T rainer), Leadership (Trainer).
Professional Awards & Accomplishments
• Goodwill ‘President’s & Chairman’s Awards’ for outstanding job performance 2003-15.
• Goodwill Qualified Trainer in contract compliance, EEO & ADA regulations, management principles, organizational behavior, project management, organizational
development, change management, succession planning, strategic planning, personnel management.
• Goodwill Community recognition for ‘Opening Doors and Building Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities’ 2003-16.
• Siebel ‘President’s Award’ for outstanding job performance (1 of 10 annual recipients from ~9,000 employees) 1998-2002.
• Siebel Legal/Contracts group international ‘MVP’ staff trainer and coach, 1999-2002.
• Sony ‘Spotlight Award’ for ‘Clearly Outstanding Job Performance’ (1 of 25 annual recipients of all US employees) 1995-98.
• Working Mother Magazine “Mother of the Year” 2005-06, “Workplace Maverick” 2005-06.
• Oakland Tribune & Contra Costa Times “Person of Influence” 2006-08, “Community Involvement Award” 2006-08, 11-14, 16-17.
• City of Albany & Albany Unified School District “Volunteer of the Year” 2009/10, Boys & Girls Club “Valuable Volunteer”. Page 143 of 166
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Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Justin Van Zerber
El Cerrito CA 94530
SupplyBank.org Director of Programs
Justin Van Zerber
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CBO Representative
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Justin Van Zerber
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Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
Our county has the opportunity to be a leader in the way we handle racial justice and I want to support the
growth and development of best practices that allow for continued learning across all parties serving our
community. There are clear indicators of racial basis in our justice systems, social services, schools and
across our community and I believe with the correct access to information and training we can reduce
disproportionate representation. We have an obligation to create a community that treats people fairly and
offers them opportunities to be successful, this approach has to start with the way our systems and
policies are created and I trust that the Racial Justice Oversight Body can hold departments accountable
by enacting actionable steps forward.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have led program management, strategy, operations, and process building at community-based
organizations for over 12 years with a track record of generating replicable systems that have a
community focused lens and a detailed path forward. During this time, I spent four years strengthening
grass-roots employment and job training programs for re-entry youth and young adults, working directly
with police, judges, public defenders, schools, and families to advocate for appropriate responses that
ensure participants had the resources they needed to be successful. I currently serve as the Director of
Programs at a statewide non-profit that bolsters community based program by providing access to basic
material needs for vulnerable populations. Through this work I use data to inform design making and have
seen first hand the inequities in the way our communities serve different populations. I want to use this
skill set and energy to help drive the goals of the Racial Justice Oversight Body forward.
Justin Van Zerber
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Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Justin Van Zerber
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Justin Van Zerber
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Justin Van Zerber
El Cerrito, California
A systems orientated individual focused on supporting the growth and evolution of organizations serving vulnerable populations
Experience
SupplyBank.org- Oakland, CA, USA
Director of Programs September 2020-Present
•Oversee the development, negotiations, implementation and contract management of a diverse portfolio of programs
•Lead a team to drive the programmatic vision forward through the development and mentorship of colleagues that produces
high quality and timely results
•Create systems to allow employee autonomy, minimizing organizational risk with multilevel outcome based deliverables
•Build budgets that leverage available resources and ensure financial flexibility leading to the success of each initiative
•Use the strategic plan to create and define measurable outcomes that highlight departmental goals
•Present program plans and outcomes internally and externally using data analyzed from multiple sources
•Meet with leadership team to on a regular basis to evaluate organizational achievements and use collaborative problem
solving techniques to address any unmet deliverables
•Produce and redesign standard operating procedures that document internal processes, including a set of principles to foster
positive relationship management with stakeholders and partners
•Assist legislative team in identifying key partners that enable coalition building and the strengthening of policy priorities
Senior Programs and Operations Manager October 2018-September 2020
•Research and assess the viability of pilot programming to understand best practices and create scalable long term solutions,
using data to inform the prioritization of vulnerable populations and geographical areas
•Responsible for inventory management through Warehousing Management Systems, and detailed reporting in Quickbooks
•Led a County by County Statewide needs assessment to understand specific implementation opportunities culminating in a
unique statewide strategy that integrates into the safety net of each community
•Built and leveraged relationships to allow for a more than 100% match of in-kind products distributed
Youth Employment Partnership- Oakland, CA, USA
Operations Manager October 2016-October 2018
•Oversaw data reporting and narrative reports for federal, state, and local contracts through the management of a counseling
team that achieve programmatic goals for young adults on probation and parole
•Collaborated with all levels of staff to create documentation systems that streamline the flow of necessary information
•Assisted Executive Director to develop and strengthen the strategic plan supporting the changing needs of participants
Program Manager March 2014-October 2016
•Partnered with the City of Oakland and OUSD to design and implement a pilot high school credit recovery program Created
a variety of goal orientated incentives tailored individually to support the graduation plan created for clients though the
development and facilitation of life skills and job readiness workshops
Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation- Mbeya, Tanzania October 2012-November 2013
Youth Development Coordinator
•Prepared, organized and facilitated monthly educational and development activities (Teen Club) for HIV positive youth in the
Southern Highland Region; currently over 500 active members
•Developed proposals for two new income generating projects and oversaw their implementation, recruitment, budgeting, day-
to-day activities, and program evaluations
•Facilitated trainings with local organizations to create satellite teen clubs through onsite technical support and mentoring
•Implemented a novel transition program for older adolescents to allow the successful bridging of their care to adult clinics
and ensure their continued medical and psychological support
Peace Corps Tanzania- Katesh, Tanzania June 2010-July 2012
Health Extension Officer
•Organized and co-facilitated a male leadership conference focused on HIV/AIDS education and public health
•Taught students primary health issues including HIV/AIDS prevention, nutrition, goal setting, hygiene, and family planning
•Advised a community group in writing, planning, and implementing a grant resulting in the building and opening of a two
classroom English medium pre-school
Education Technical Skills
California State University- East Bay, Hayward, CA, MBA Proficient in MS Office, Salesforce, SQL and Quickbooks
Western Michigan University- Kalamazoo, MI, Bachelor of Science
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Submit Date: Oct 19, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
13 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
County Wide
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
41 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Tamisha Walker
Richmond CA 94509
tamisha@safereturnprj.org
Social Good Fund/Safe Return
Project Executive Director
Tamisha Walker
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Seat Name
Seats 1 or 2
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Current memeber
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Contr costa College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
AA Psychology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Cal State East Bay
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Psychology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Tamisha Walker
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Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Violence Prevention OMEGA
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Conflict mediation
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I would like to serve on this board because I have worked for more than 13 years in communities across
this county impacted by incarceration and criminalization. As a formerly incarcerated woman, I am
committed to ending racial disparity in the criminal legal system while pushing to invest in community-
based solutions to keep poor people and people of color out of jails and prisons where possible.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have written, supported, and advanced legislation that promotes equity, access, and inclusion for poor
and working families impacted by incarceration and criminalization throughout contra costa county. Which
has led to improving educational systems, economic dignity, community benefits, increased access to
healthcare, promoting values-based budgets, increasing second chances, and environmental justice.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Tamisha Walker
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Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
JJCC
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
HIP
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Current Contra Costa County board appointments: Racial Justice Oversight Body, Richmond Reimaging
Public Safety Taskforce, Co Co LEAD, DJJ realignment subcommittee, and the Contra Costa Public
Defenders Office HIP advisory committee.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Tamisha Walker
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Tamisha Walker
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Tamisha Torres-Walker
Professional Experience:
Civic Engagement Crew Member and lead
8/2010 – 12/2014
➢ Voter registration, precinct voter initial contact engagement, worked independently and with a team as needed.
Coordinated teams, data entry, recruitment, regional and State-wide collaboration
➢ Proposition 30 (education Funding for School with high percentages of English language learners, free and
reduced lunch, and foster youth)
➢ Proposition 47 (Bill that over turns most drug felonies to misdemeanors and save millions for education, mental
health services, and victim compensation)
➢ Assembly Bill AB218 (State Wide Fairness in Government hiring to reduce barriers to employment for those with
criminal histories)
Lead Reentry Community Organizer, Safe Return Project/CCISCO
9/2010 – 11/2015
➢ Lead Community Organizer with a focus on reducing barriers to reintegration for men, women, and youth
returning home to Contra Costa County from jails and Institutions. Duties: Research, Civic engagement, Strategic
Plaining, Advocacy for Policy change within the criminal justice system (SAFE RETURN PROJECT), and gun
violence prevision (Ceasefire).
➢ Coalition building to reduce the risk of the school to prison pipeline in local high schools and the formation of
Richmond High Schools BSU (Black Student Union) and the (African American Student and Parent collaborative)
to improve academic achievement of African American Boys and Girls with the following partners: Alive & Free:
Omega Boys Club, the County Health Department, and Youth Services Burial.
➢ National Campaign Leader for Bay Area PICO lifelines to Healing to end Mass Incarceration and gun violence
➢ Berkeley Global Campus at Richmond Bay Community benefits agreement campaign coordinator. Duties:
Community engagement, trainings, and workshops around jobs and training opportunities for disadvantag ed
workers.
Executive Director, Safe Return Project/Social Good Fund
2/2016-2/2019
➢ Fundraising and finance management
➢ Over hiring and termination
➢ Staff management and development
➢ Program development and management
➢ Organizational Networking
➢ Institutional development
➢ Maintaining open and productive communication with fiscal entity
Education:
➢ Associate degree, Psychology
Contra Costa Community College San Pablo California. 2014
➢ Associate degrees, Liberal Arts
Contra Costa Community College San Pablo California. 2014
➢ Bachler’s Degree, Psychology
California State University East Bay. 2019
Skills:
➢ Data Entry
➢ Staff Management
➢ Budget Management
➢ Basic computer skills
➢ Collaborative development
➢ Curriculum development
➢ Population based mentoring
➢ Institution based outreach
➢ Advocacy
➢ Public Speaking skills
➢ Large and Small group facilitation skills
➢ Conflict resolution
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➢ Violence prevention
Personal Skills:
➢ Teachable
➢ Independent worker
➢ Critical thinker
➢ Team player
➢ Clear Communication Skills
➢ Active listener
Certifications and recognitions:
Conflict Resolution Training
➢ April 29, 2012 I Tamisha Walker received my certification in community mediation training from the Center for
Human Development.
Violence Prevention & Life Skills Training
➢ December 30, 2010 I successfully completed the Omega Institutes Alive & Free Prescription and received my
certification in violence prevention.
➢ October 18, 2011 I Tamisha Walker received a certificate in Life Skills Training from the Community Presbyterian
Counseling Center.
Completed two RockWood Art of leadership Institute
➢ 2015 Director Track
➢ 2016 Formerly Incarcerated people’s cohort
2017 San Francisco Foundation Community Leadership Award
2018 Black Elected Officials Shine Award Recipient
2019 Rosenburg Foundation Leading Edge Fellowship Recipient
References Furnished Upon Request
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Submit Date: Oct 29, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
11 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
Primary District 1. However, depending on the nature of my work I do work all over Contra Costa.
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Life long Resident
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Melvin L Willis
Richmond CA 94805
Alliance of Californians for
Community Empowerment Community Organizer
Melvin L Willis
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Seat Name
Racial Justice Oversight Body Seat 2
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
1 Oversight Body meeting, 1 subcommittee meeting, and 5 meetings when the RJOB was known as The
Racial Justice Taskforce.
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Melvin L Willis
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Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I am a City Councilmember in Richmond and a community organizers. A rising concern in Richmond and
Contra Costa County has been the need for more resources for youth programs and services. I want to
serve on the commission to make sure that community concerns are being represented and prioritized
while implementing strategies through commission.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
For the past seven years I have worked as a community organizer with the community group ACCE
(Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment). In that capacity over the last four years I worked
on issues related to youth and criminal justice reform. Over the last two years I served on the Richmond
City Council.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Melvin L Willis
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Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I have served on a number of boards, commissions, and coalitions over the past seven years. I am
currently a Richmond City Councilmember. I have served on the Richmond Planning Commission, the
Raise up Richmond Coalition, Housing Now, Richmond Progressive Alliance, Richmond Environmental
Justice Coalition, Contra Costa County Racial Justice Coalition, and many other coalitions that focus on
Racial and Economic Justice.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Melvin L Willis
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Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Melvin L Willis
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Submit Date: Oct 10, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
27 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
70 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Racial Justice Oversight Body: Submitted
Gwendolyn L Woodson
Richmond CA 94801
Retired - City of Richmond Accountant
Gwendolyn L Woodson
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Seat Name
Seat 8
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Contra Costa College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
AA/Liberal Arts
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Univ. of Calif. Berkeley
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Gwendolyn L Woodson
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Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I am a lifelong resident of North Richmond, CA. My father, Boaston Woodson, was the owner of one of
the neighborhood grocery stores. (The family still owns and leases it.) As an African American mother of
five children, which includes two sons, I have always been concerned with racial inequality in the
community, in the schools, and in the work force.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Currently I am a steward at Resurrection African Methodist Episcopal Church as well as its Women's
Missionary Society president. In conjunction with one of our sister churches, Bethel A.M.E. Church, we
recently completed the Anvil House, a reentry program located in Richmond. My sons are in their 40's
now and live out of state, but during their youth they were unfortunately involved in the criminal justice
system. I also had two brothers that were incarcerated (both deceased), so I've had experience navigating
the system. My motivation is to recognize the disparities in the justice systems and help to implement
recommendations for change.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Gwendolyn L Woodson
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Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Gwendolyn L Woodson
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Please Agree with the Following Statement
I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct
to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, a person will not be eligible for appointment if
he/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' member in any of the following relationships:
(1) Mother, father, son, and daughter;
(2) Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter;
(3) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the
Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or
business associate.
Gwendolyn L Woodson
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