Annual Report 2009 - Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department

Sheriff’s Office
Santa Barbara County
2009
Annual Report

Mission Statement
We, the members of your Sheriff’s Office,
are responsible for enforcing the laws,
upholding the Constitutions,
and providing custody and court services.
We are committed
to enhancing the quality of life
through effective partnerships,
protecting persons and property,
while serving as role models to our community.

Guiding Principles
INTEGRITY
We are responsible for our actions, which are based upon the highest
standard of ethics. We are committed to being honest, moral and
trustworthy.
CARING
We are considerate, selfless and supportive in all our endeavors.
COURAGE
We take action, even at personal risk, by protecting the community,
safeguarding the public interest, and improving the organization.
FAIRNESS
We treat everyone with respect and dignity. We are impartial and just in
our decisions and conduct.
SERVICE
We perform our duties with professional excellence. We are dedicated
and responsive to our community.

Members of the Board of Supervisors and Citizens of Santa Barbara County:
It is with great pride that I present to you the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office 2009 Annual Report.
As in prior years, 2009 was a year that presented a multitude of challenges to the men and women of the department. Due to the
ongoing fiscal shortfall facing the County, our agency reduced staffing by 30.5 full-time employees and reduced its General Fund
contribution by $4.1 million. In order to preserve frontline services, reductions in support services and consolidations of
Bureaus and Divisions occurred. Sworn management positions were reduced by 17%. Service and Supply expenses were trimmed
to 2007 levels, even with significant increases attributed to County Jail medical, mental health, and outside hospitalization charges
as well as expensive pharmaceuticals.
During these turbulent financial times of diminished resources, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) statistics report that violent crime has risen in the unincorporated
area of the County by 44%. This significant increase may be attributable to the difficult circumstances brought on by the recession. Whatever
the cause, this spike has the potential to negatively impact the quality of life of in our communities straining the criminal justice system, particularly the
County Jail.
Jail overcrowding continues to persist, even after many measures that have been taken to alleviate this problem. The need for a jail in North County cannot
be understated. Although the County has secured a conditional award of $56.3 million through the State’s AB 900 program, the challenges of cobbling
together the required match of about $27 million, and finding the additional annual operating costs of approximately $15 million have yet to be resolved.
In 2009, the men and women of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office were again tested by disasters and unsponsored events of enormous proportions.
As in the prior year, two major wildland fires devastated areas within Santa Barbara County. The May 5 th Jesusita Fire required the evacuation of over
30,000 persons while an additional 25,000 persons received evacuation warnings. Unfortunately, the fast moving inferno consumed over 160 homes and
damaged 17 more. The magnitude of this disaster exceeded our local resources and mutual-aid personnel were summoned from the Tri-Counties as well as
from Los Angeles County and the City of Los Angeles. This was the largest mutual-aid response since the Isla Vista Riots.
The La Brea Fire started on August 8 th at the site of an illegal marijuana growing operation. This fire scorched approximately 90,000 acres and again
required a multitude of evacuations and evacuation warnings.
Halloween weekend in Isla Vista required a full department mobilization, and Floatopia – the fledgling beach party of local students using the huge advertising
power of Internet social networks – proved to be both a public safety emergency and an environmental crisis.
In each of the aforementioned disasters and emergency operations, department members and volunteers performed in an exemplary manner. A multitude
of dangerous situations were encountered and resolved by the men and women of the agency. I could not be prouder of their actions. Please see the
“Employee Awards“ section for some examples of their outstanding performance.
Let me close this message by thanking all members of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office for their outstanding and noteworthy efforts over the past
year. I also want to thank you, our elected Board members and citizens of this county, for your continuing support and trust. Our work cannot be accomplished
successfully without your partnerships. It is an honor and privilege to be your Sheriff, and to have the opportunity to lead the fine men and women
of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.
Sincerely,
Bill Brown
Sheriff-Coroner

Table of Contents
Mission Statement ............................................................................................... 2
Guiding Principles ................................................................................................ 3
Letter from the Sheriff .......................................................................................... 4
Organizational Chart ............................................................................................ 6
Office of the Sheriff .............................................................................................. 8
2009 Part 1 Crime Statistics .............................................................................. 10
Law Enforcement Operations .............................................................................. 12
Custody Operations ............................................................................................ 26
Support Services ................................................................................................ 32
Awards ............................................................................................................... 39
Retirements & Promotions.................................................................................. 51
Employee Unions ................................................................................................ 52
Service Locations ............................................................................................... 54

Organizational Chart

JESUSITA FIRE SHERIFF’S COMMAND POST

Office of the Sheriff
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is led by the elected Santa
Barbara County Sheriff-Coroner. The Undersheriff assumes command of
the department in the absence of the Sheriff. The Undersheriff is responsible
for directing the operations of all the major divisions of the department,
including law enforcement, custody and administration.
The Office of the Sheriff includes the Department’s Legal Advisor, Office
of Professional Standards, Public Information Office, Sheriff’s Adjutant,
and the Research and Planning Bureau. These offices report directly to
the Sheriff due to the nature of the duties and responsibilities involved.
Office of Professional Standards
The Office of Professional Standards (OPS) conducts in-depth and
unbiased investigations of citizen complaints and internally-generated
allegations of misconduct made against Sheriff’s Office employees.
Each case is evaluated by the Office of the Sheriff and then assigned to
the OPS. OPS conducts investigations to determine if violations of Sheriff’s
Office procedures, laws or policies have occurred so corrective action
can be taken or an employee can be cleared of a false claim of misconduct.
The purpose of this unit is to maintain Sheriff’s Office integrity
and instill trust with the community it serves.
Public Information Office
The responsibility of the Public Information Office is to serve as a liaison
from the Sheriff’s Office to the public through the media, and to facilitate
the flow of information within the department.
The Public Information Office includes Media Resources. Media Resources
enhances communication, not only within the department, but
also between the department and the public we serve. Additionally this
unit provides the public with information regarding dangers to their
safety, and making them aware of the facilities and services the Sheriff’s
Office provides. Utilizing video updates, Media Resources provides video
taped information from the Sheriff and other staff members to all department
personnel, sworn and civilian. These video updates, which are provided
as needed, communicate current operation plans, policies, goals
and objectives department-wide.
Research & Planning Bureau
The Research and Planning Bureau is responsible for emergency planning
and preparedness, mutual aid coordination, tracking and reporting
departmental recurring performance measures, conducting research on
topics requested by the Sheriff or Undersheriff, and the ongoing monitoring
of departmental projects, programs and initiatives.
Crime Analysis Unit
The Research and Planning Bureau includes the Crime Analysis Unit
(CAU). CAU is responsible for analyzing and identifying crime trends and
dissemination of that information to the appropriate division for crime
suppression and prevention.
Emergency Preparedness
Natural or man-made emergencies can happen quickly, without warning,
and have long-term consequences. The goal of emergency preparedness
is to save lives, prevent injuries, to facilitate recovery if an emergency
occurs, and protect people, animals, property and the environment. The
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Preparedness and
Planning Coordinator works to anticipate problems, propose possible
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solutions, and is committed to emergency preparedness and planning
through disaster drills, partnering with other agencies, testing equipment,
and training. The department has developed response plans from fires to
floods to pandemics. These plans have been exercised in drills within
the department, with other agencies, and with local communities. The
department is committed to collaborating with local, state and federal
agencies as well as non-profit and other community based organizations
in preparing today for tomorrow’s emergencies.
2009 Fires
The year 2009 again found Santa Barbara County battling large-scale,
devastating, human-caused fires. On May 5th the Jesusita Fire started in
the San Roque Canyon and the Tunnel Road area in Santa Barbara
County. With winds of 20 – 25 mph fanning the flames, the fire quickly
took off and resident evacuations were ordered. Ultimately over 30,000
people were under mandatory evacuation and an additional 25,000 received
evacuation warnings. Over 250,000 Reverse 9-1-1 calls were
made facilitated by the Sheriff’s Dispatch Personnel. By full containment
on May 18, 2009, a total of 8,733 acres were burned; 30 firefighters
were injured, 3 seriously; and 160 structures were destroyed and 17
structures were damaged. Over 4,500 firefighters and over 300 law enforcement
officers were assigned to the fire. The Sheriff’s Office requested
mutual-aid assistance from Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, and
Ventura Counties law enforcement agencies. This was the largest mutual
aid request in Santa Barbara County since the 1970 riots in Isla Vista.
The Sheriff’s Office acted as the mutual-aid coordinator and the law enforcement
incident commander for the duration of the Jesusita Fire.
On August 8th, the La Brea Fire started in the northwest portion of the
San Rafael Wilderness in very steep and inaccessible terrain. Campgrounds
were quickly evacuated and closed. Several canyon communities
and residential areas faced evacuation warnings and orders before
the almost 90,000 acre fire was contained. The Sheriff’s Air Support Unit
and Special Investigations Bureau assisted with the investigation of the
cause and origin of the fire and search for suspects. It was determined
that the La Brea fire was started by a propane cooking stove used at the
camp of an illegal 30,000+ marijuana plant growing operation believed
to be run by a Mexican National drug trafficking organization.
Patrol deputies, civil deputies, custody deputies, members of the Special
Enforcement Team, and the all-volunteer Sheriff’s Search & Rescue
Team risked their lives during both fires to ensure the safety of threatened
residents. As others retreated to safety, team members and deputies
risked their lives to ensure that all in the fire’s path were notified and
directed to safe locations.
Department helicopters are equipped with computerized GIS mapping
systems that computer map the perimeters of a burning wildland fire.
This mapping provides decision makers with current information regarding
the size, location and direction of travel of a wildland fire. Emergency
managers use this information to determine where and when evacuation
orders and warnings should be issued and lifted.
While continuing to provide law enforcement service throughout areas of
the county unaffected by fires Sheriff’s deputies, assisted by other area
law enforcement personnel, patrolled the evacuated areas protecting
homes and property from looters and other criminals seeking to take advantage
of others’ misfortunes. Deputies later helped with the orderly
repopulation of evacuated areas.
La Brea Fire Marijuana Growing Encampment
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Felony Part 1 Violent and Property Crime Trend
Sheriff’s Office Jurisdictions
Unincorporated County and Contract Cities
Property Crimes
Part 1 Crime Statistics
Violent Crimes
2009 Santa Barbara County
Part 1 Violent Crime Offenses
By Reporting Jurisdiction
1800
1600
1400
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
1588 1503
1552
1335
1389 1395
1418
265 264
275 297
346
248
235
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Felony Violent Crimes are: Homicide, Forcible Rape, Robbery and Aggravated Assault.
Felony Property Crimes are: Burglary, Larceny-Theft over $400 and Motor Vehicle Theft.
Violent
Property
Offense
2009 UCR Index Crime Rate
SBSO
Reported
Incidents
SBSO
Incidents
Cleared by
Arrest
Homicide 0 0
SBSO
Clearance
Rate
Not
Calculable
California
Clearance
Rate
National
Clearance
Rate
63.4% 66.6%
Forcible Rape 31 13 41.9% 42.0% 41.2%
Robbery 35 9 25.7% 27.7% 28.2%
Aggravated Assault 280 226 80.7% 53.7% 56.8%
Burglary 840 174 20.7% 12.9% 12.5%
Total Larceny-Theft 1541 250 16.2% 7.0% 21.5%
Motor Vehicle Theft 23 2 8.9% 16.8% 12.4%
2009 Santa Barbara County
Part 1 Property Crime Offenses
By Reporting Jurisdiction
Arson 12 3 25.0% 12.4% 18.7%
The numbers reported here reflect the official Part 1 Crime/Uniform Crime Report (UCR) numbers reported to the
California Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigations and exclude unfounded cases. UCR
statistics are derived from specified categorical guidelines and may differ from other crime statistics kept by the
Sheriff’s Office.
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Law Enforcement Operations
Law Enforcement Operations is responsible for providing primary law enforcement
services to approximately 200,000 people in the unincorporated
areas of Santa Barbara County and the contract cities of Buellton,
Carpinteria, Goleta and Solvang. In 2009 there were 115,543 calls for
service for the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement
units; 22,150 reports were written and 9,469 people were arrested.
A Chief Deputy leads the three divisions within Law Enforcement Operations:
North County Operations, South County Operations, and Criminal
Investigations Divisions. Each division is under the direction of a Commander.
North County Operations Division
North County Operations Division provides law enforcement patrol, investigation
and crime prevention services to the unincorporated area of
northern Santa Barbara County and two contract cities, Buellton and Solvang.
Divisional boundaries extend north and east from the Gaviota Tunnel
to the San Luis Obispo, Kern and Ventura County lines. The North
County Operations Division stations are in Buellton, Lompoc, New Cuyama,
Santa Maria, and Solvang.
Buellton Station
The Buellton Station is located between Solvang and Lompoc and is commanded
by the Lompoc Station Lieutenant, who also serves as Buellton’s
Chief of Police. The station is staffed with field deputies, supported by
administrative staff, who are responsible for providing law enforcement
services for the City of Buellton and surrounding unincorporated areas.
As a part of patrol operations, deputies also handle all traffic problems
and accident investigations that occur within the city limits. Law enforcement
services are provided to the City on a 24-hour basis. The City of
Buellton also has a Community Resource Deputy who handles all business,
residential and community crime prevention and awareness programs
within the city limits. The city also has a motorcycle traffic deputy
whose goals and objectives are to improve safety by strict traffic enforcement
and education, therefore reducing the number of traffic accidents
and injuries.
Lompoc Station
The recently built Lompoc Station is staffed with field deputies, supported
by administrative staff, who are responsible for approximately 121
square miles of the unincorporated areas surrounding the City of
Lompoc, including the Mission Hills, Vandenberg Village, and Mesa Oaks
communities. As a part of patrol operations, deputies also interact with
law enforcement personnel at Vandenberg Air Force Base and the
Lompoc Federal Prison. The Sheriff’s Mounted Unit training facility is located
at the former Lompoc Station.
New Cuyama Station
The New Cuyama Station is located in the northeastern area of Santa
Barbara County, bordering San Luis Obispo, Kern, and Ventura Counties.
The station is staffed by two resident deputies who are supervised by the
Santa Maria Station on-duty field supervisor, with management responsibilities
for the New Cuyama Station resting with the Santa Maria Station
Commander. Based upon the rural and remote nature of the Cuyama
Valley, the two assigned resident deputies are frequently called upon to
provide assistance to the California Highway Patrol, the Department of
Fish and Game, and law enforcement personnel from neighboring county
agencies on a 24-hour basis. The deputies also receive reciprocal backup
assistance from neighboring agencies.
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Santa Maria Station
The Santa Maria Station is located in Orcutt and provides law enforcement
services to Orcutt and the surrounding unincorporated areas including
Casmalia, Garey, Los Alamos, and Sisquoc, as well as supporting the
resident deputies that service the residents of Cuyama Valley.
Sheriff’s personnel provide services that meet the diverse nature of the
community focusing on making a positive difference in the community by
closely monitoring their needs regardless whether they live in the rural or
urban areas.
The Santa Maria Station is staffed by patrol personnel as well as having a
contingent of detectives that specialize in crimes against persons, property,
and narcotics violations. This station also provides other services,
such as community resource and crime prevention specialists, forensic
technicians, and gang and rural crimes investigators.
Santa Ynez Valley Station
The Santa Ynez Valley Station is located within the City of Solvang and is
commanded by a Lieutenant. The lieutenant also acts as the Solvang
Chief of Police. The station’s field deputies, supported by administrative
staff, are responsible for approximately 400 square miles of the unincorporated
areas surrounding, and including the City of Solvang, and the
communities of Ballard, Los Olivos, and Santa Ynez. Patrol operations
within the City also include traffic enforcement and accident investigations.
The City of Solvang has a Community Resource Deputy position,
funded through a State of California COPS grant. This deputy handles all
business, residential, and community crime prevention and awareness
programs within the city limits. The Santa Ynez Valley Station is also responsible
for providing law enforcement services to the Chumash Indian
Reservation and the adjoining casino. Through a State Community Benefit
Grant, the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians provides grant monies
for additional patrol deputy staffing to mitigate the impact the casino
has on the various communities in the Santa Ynez Valley.
South County Operations Division
The South County Operations Division (SCOD) provides patrol enforcement,
investigation, and crime prevention services to the unincorporated
areas of southern Santa Barbara County and to the contract cities of
Carpinteria and Goleta. The division boundaries extend from the Gaviota
Tunnel, south to the Ventura County line, and west, from the crest of the
Santa Ynez Mountains to three islands in the Santa Barbara Channel.
Three Patrol Bureaus are located in the South County: Coastal Bureau at
Carpinteria Station, Goleta Valley Station at Sheriff’s Headquarters, and
Isla Vista Bureau at the Isla Vista Foot Patrol. The office at the Camino
Real Marketplace serves as a “storefront” community office in the City of
Goleta.
Coastal Bureau Station
The Coastal Bureau Station, located in the southernmost area of Santa
Barbara County, provides law enforcement services to the unincorporated
county areas of Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria Valley and
to the City of Carpinteria, which contracts with the Sheriff’s Office for police
services. As public safety first responders, Sheriff’s deputies are responsible
for law enforcement, investigations, and crime prevention. Traffic
matters are also a part of community policing within the City of Carpinteria.
Goleta Valley Station
The Goleta Valley Station is located at Sheriff’s Headquarters and provides
emergency response, preliminary initial investigation, and preventive
patrol to the unincorporated area of Goleta Valley, as well as police
services to the City of Goleta. The Goleta Valley Station’s patrol area of
responsibility extends from the Gaviota Tunnel to the Santa Barbara city
limits. It includes the area from the coast to the crest of the Santa Ynez
Mountains, the Santa Barbara District of the Los Padres Forest, and to
the three northern-most islands in the Santa Barbara Channel, twentythree
miles offshore.
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Isla Vista Foot Patrol Station
The Isla Vista Foot Patrol Station was established in 1970 to address local community concerns, and
became one of the first Community Oriented Policing stations in California. The Isla Vista community
is comprised of various groups: the majority of the population attends UCSB and Santa Barbara City
College. To meet these needs, three agencies have formed a partnership to effectively police Isla
Vista. The Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office, University of California at Santa Barbara Police Department,
and the California Highway Patrol all provide staffing for the station. Primarily using foot patrols and
bicycle patrols, the deputies and officers assigned to the station strive to work together with the community
in order to improve public safety through daily positive interactions.
Law Enforcement Support Programs
North and South County Law Enforcement Operations are augmented by a number of important programs
including the Chaplain Program, Community Resource Deputies, Explorer Posts, Field Training
Program, K-9 Units, Mountain Patrol, Reserve Deputy Program, Rural Crime Unit, School Resource
Deputies, Sheriff’s Volunteer Team, and Watch Commanders.
Rural Crime Unit
The Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office investigates a wide variety of crimes. Among them are crimes
committed in rural areas that impact farming and ranching operations. In an effort to combat these
unique problems, deputies have received special training to assist them in these investigations.
The department utilizes deputies who concentrate on rural crimes county-wide. These deputies are
assigned to patrol operations and specialize in this type of investigation as a collateral assignment.
The department’s full-time rural crime investigator position is funded by grants from the State of California
for the express purpose of preventing rural crimes and investigating crimes committed in rural
areas.
The Rural Crime Investigator works closely with agencies in adjoining counties and keeps current with
statewide crime trends in an effort to prevent any similar issues from occurring in our community.
The Rural Crime Unit is committed to enhancing the quality of life in rural areas through proactive law
enforcement measures. The unit conducts diligent investigations and works closely with the residents
of rural areas to solve crimes and return stolen property. In 2009, the unit investigated 115
cases and recovered $207,043 worth of stolen property. In 2009, five individuals were arrested after
the Rural Crime Deputy uncovered evidence of a ritualistic animal sacrifice incident.
North County Operations Division
City of Buellton
City of Solvang
Lompoc Station
New Cuyama Station
Santa Maria Station
Santa Ynez Valley Station
South County Operations Division
Coastal Bureau Station
Goleta Marketplace Storefront
Headquarters/Goleta Valley Station
Isla Vista Foot Patrol Station
Law Enforcement Support Programs
Chaplain Program
Community Resource Deputies
Explorer Posts
Field Training Program
Gang Unit
K-9 Units
Mountain Patrol
Reserve Deputy Program
Rural Crime Unit
School Resource Deputies
Sheriff’s Volunteer Team
Criminal Investigations Division
Criminal Investigations Branch
Detective Bureaus
High Tech Crimes Unit
Investigations Support Bureau
Coroner’s Bureau
Forensics Bureau
Property and Evidence Bureau
Special Investigations Bureau
Air Support Unit
Narcotics Unit
Organized Crime / Homeland Security
SBRNET Narcotics Task Force
Special Units
Bomb Squad
Dive Team/Patrol Boat
Honor Guard
Hostage Negotiations Team
Mobile Field Force
Mounted Unit Enforcement Team
Search & Rescue Team
Special Enforcement Team
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Gang Unit
The Gang Unit had a busy year in 2009 with a three-person team responsible
for county-wide gang enforcement. A fourth person in the unit continues
to work as a member of the FBI Gang Task Force. The Gang Unit
performs multiple functions. These functions include prevention and intervention
efforts, street enforcement, preparation of gang enhancements
for court, registering gang members, and assisting outside agency
gang units.
The Gang Unit arrested over 100 gang members and completed gang
enhancements on 17 gang members. These arrests and enhancements
included almost every street gang in Santa Barbara County. The Sheriff’s
Gang Unit assisted other agency gang units in Santa Barbara and Ventura
Counties with search/arrest warrants and enforcement at street
fairs and festivals. Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) assisted
with the arrest and deportation of a local gang member that was a dangerous
convicted felon and had been previously deported twice.
Law Enforcement Explorer Program
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office maintains an active Law Enforcement
Explorer Program. Law Enforcement Explorers are individuals,
ages 14 through 20 years, who have an interest in law enforcement activities,
and a possible career in law enforcement. The intent of the program
is to educate and involve youth in police operations, interest them
in a possible career in law enforcement, and build a mutual understanding.
The Sheriff’s Office currently has four Explorer posts throughout the
county. The posts are located in Goleta, Lompoc, Santa Maria, and
Santa Ynez/Buellton. There are approximately 30 Explorers department
wide. Each post is supervised by Explorer Advisors, who are full-time
Sheriff’s Deputies.
Sheriff’s Explorers attend regular meetings and engage in ongoing training
and education through the Sheriff’s Office to learn about law enforcement
activities and community involvement. Explorers assist department
personnel with community events such as parades, fairs and color guard
details. Additionally, Explorers assist with traffic control at various community
events throughout the county and attend a variety of Explorer
competitions throughout California.
The Sheriff’s Explorer Posts participated in four competitions in 2009.
The competitions test their knowledge in law enforcement policies, procedures
and tactics, as well as application of the many criminal codes they
learn during their continual training. The three-day competitions were
located in Oxnard, Paso Robles, Tehachapi, and Tulare. The Explorers
brought home a combined 40 trophies from the competitions. In 2009
the first annual Explorer awards banquet was held. Explorers who spent
numerous hours serving both their department and community were honored.
In 2009, the Sheriff’s Explorer Posts hosted the Central Coast Explorer
Academy, which is comprised of Explorers from the Santa Barbara County
Sheriff’s Office and police departments in Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach,
Lompoc, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, and Santa Maria.
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Citizens’ Academy
Twenty people participated in the Sheriff Office Citizens’ Academy and
gained a better understanding of how their Sheriff's Office functions.
The six week Citizens’ Academy was developed to educate the public
about the role of local law enforcement and to give them a better understanding
of the duties, responsibilities, and operations of their local Sheriff's
Office. The Citizens’ Academy program helps to foster mutual trust
and cooperation with law enforcement and the communities served.
Attendees met Sheriff Bill Brown, toured the Main Jail, the Santa Barbara
County Emergency Communications Dispatch Center and the Air Support
Unit facility. They shot real and simulated firearms at the department’s
indoor range, and met "the real people behind the badge." A graduation
barbecue was held for the students and their families.
Criminal Investigations Division
In early 2009, the Special Operations Division was merged with the Criminal
Investigations Division as a cost savings measure. This merger allowed
the un-funding of a Commander position and an Administrative
Office Professional position. The new Criminal Investigations Division was
formed with three branches: Criminal Investigations Branch, Investigations
Support Bureau, and Special Investigations Bureau.
Criminal Investigations Branch
The Criminal Investigations Branch is comprised of all the criminal investigators
county-wide. Besides the Headquarters’ Detective Bureau, it includes
the Carpinteria Detective Bureau and the North County Detective
Bureau. In addition, a High Technology Crimes Unit works out of the
Headquarters’ Detective Bureau. In total, 26 detectives and sergeants
work to investigate crimes such as homicide, robbery, sex crimes, theft,
and vandalism. The Criminal Investigations Branch is also responsible
for follow-up investigations on missing persons, runaway juveniles, suspicious
deaths, and cross reports from Adult Protective Services and Child
Welfare Services.
High-Tech Crimes Unit
In 2000, the Sheriff’s Office established the first fulltime High-Tech
Crimes Unit in the county. This unit is now a leader in high technology
crime investigations in California. With the growing number of criminal
acts related to computers, the unit is often called upon to assist in investigations
ranging from theft to murder. Through extensive training and
departmental commitment, the unit has a state of the art lab to provide
both forensic computer and cellular phone examinations for the department
and outside law enforcement agencies. The unit’s detectives have
reached a level of expertise where they are called upon to provide training
to other law enforcement personnel throughout the entire State.
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Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement Team
The Sheriff's Office Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Team’s
purpose is to reduce recidivism of registered sex offenders through a
combination of community education, frequent law enforcement contact,
and registration compliance monitoring. The SAFE Team makes inperson
contact with each registrant and verifies that the information provided
by the registrant is accurate. The SAFE Team staffs information
booths at public events and also provides undercover officers who patrol
events searching for predatory sexual offenders. Additionally, the SAFE
Team searches for non-compliant registered sex offenders and assists
them in regaining compliance per the registration requirements of California
Penal Code 290. Continued non-compliance results in the issuance
of an arrest warrant. The SAFE Team is funded by a state grant.
Forensics Bureau
The Forensics Bureau is comprised of one sergeant, two sworn detectives,
four civilian Forensics Technicians, and three Administrative Office
Professionals. This highly technical and specialized unit uses the latest in
technology and forensic techniques to support the entire department in
one of its primary duties, identifying those who perpetrate crimes. Additionally,
this unit has been called upon to complete many of the special
projects for the department. Some of the special projects that the Forensics
Bureau has worked on this past year included photographing department
employees, exhibit preparations for press conferences, and photodocumenting
the activities of the department.
Investigations Support Bureau
Coroner’s Bureau
The Coroner’s Bureau is staffed with a sergeant, four sworn investigators,
a Forensic Pathologist, and an Administrative Office Professional. The
Bureau has offices in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria. In 2009, the year
was especially busy for the Coroner’s Bureau with almost a 20% increase
in the number of investigated cases. They investigated a tragic accident
when six young people were killed in a single vehicle accident on the US
101 near Los Alamos. The accident investigation grew very complicated
very quickly when it was discovered that the majority of victims in this
accident were foreign nationals.
A new storage unit was added to the Santa Maria facility. This multi-year
project required both hard work and collaboration for the Coroner’s Bureau
and Financial Services Bureau to find funding in a very difficult fiscal
environment. The addition of this new storage unit will allow the Coroner’s
Bureau to better handle a major catastrophe or mass casualty incident.
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Property and Evidence Bureau
The Property and Evidence Bureau is responsible for the safe and secure
storage of all evidence and property booked into the Sheriff’s Office. It is
comprised of a sergeant, two Property and Evidence Officers, and two
Administrative Office Professionals. This bureau is also responsible for
tracking the movement of evidence and property, the secure destruction
of contraband, and the return of property to its rightful owner. In 2009,
the Property and Evidence Bureau assisted with the destruction of several
hundred pounds of unwanted and outdated medications as part of
the newly instituted Operation Medicine Cabinet — a program that allows
for the proper destruction of old medicines in an attempt to keep these
dangerous medicines out of the hands of our children and our ecosystem.
Special Investigations Bureau
The Special Operations Division was downsized and units were combined
to form the Special Investigations Bureau (SIB), which excelled with some
astonishing achievements.
SIB, in collaboration with other agencies, initiated two major cases. One
case was a joint Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office and Santa Barbara Police
Department investigation directed at heroin, cocaine and methamphetamine
traffickers in the south coast, and concluded with multiple search
warrants being served in Goleta and the City of Santa Barbara resulting
in 26 arrests, the seizure of a kilo of cocaine, a ¼ pound of heroin, 4.5
pounds of methamphetamine, 17 firearms, and $40,000 in cash. The
importance of this case was the direct impact of arresting local dealers
within our community, thus improving the quality of life for our local residents.
The second major case involved a Fresno missing person case. The
missing person is believed to have died suspiciously while participating in
marijuana cultivation in the foothills above Santa Barbara. Investigators
were able to piece together a Mexican Drug Trafficking Organization from
the ground up and after months of surveillance, the bureau served multiple
search warrants in Fresno, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara,
and Tulare counties. The search warrants resulted in 17 arrests,
over 5,000 marijuana plants eradicated, 327 pounds of processed marijuana
recovered, and the seizure of $39,000 in cash and 11 firearms.
Some astonishing statistics, based on the work of the men and women of
the Sheriff’s Special Investigations Bureau, include a 464% increase in
the number of weapons seized, a 457% increase in the amount of heroin
seized, a 290% increase in the amount of crystal methamphetamine
seized, a 307% percent increase in cocaine seized, and a 136% increase
in marijuana plants eradicated for a county record of 248,031 — just shy
of a quarter million — plants destroyed. In total, the Special Investigations
Bureau seized an estimated street value of $612 million in illegal
drugs, a 133% increase over 2008 seizures.
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While maintaining high arrest and complaint filing standards, SIB is also
responsible for providing dignitary security to a number of high profile
visitors to the Santa Barbara area, to include Prime Minister Tony Blair,
the Dalai Lama, and Congressman Boehner. SIB provides a protective
intelligence mission dealing with threats to the dignitary as well as providing
local knowledge of the area. The bureau personnel are members of
the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force investigating matters of international
and domestic terrorism. Investigators have also implemented and run a
county-wide Terrorism Liaison Officer program.
Code in addition to narcotics violations under the State Penal Code.
The Sheriff’s Narcotics Units discovered 22 illegal marijuana grows, an
increase of more than 37% from the 16 marijuana grows discovered the
year before. The larger number of grows resulted in the eradication of
more than 238,335 marijuana plants.
Organized Crime / Homeland Security Unit
The Organized Crime / Homeland Security Unit is responsible for investigating,
documenting and assisting in the prosecution of all vice and organized
crime related activity occurring within our jurisdiction. As Intelligence
Officers, detectives are responsible for collecting, evaluating and
disseminating information concerning terrorism and local actions which
may impact the County of Santa Barbara. Information gathered assists
department staff in making judgments necessary to counter crime in
Santa Barbara County. The unit is also responsible for maintaining liaisons
with other law enforcement organizations, community leaders, and
Sheriff’s Office staff. Detectives also work directly with protection teams
for dignitaries who visit the Santa Barbara area.
Special Units
Air Support Unit
The Air Support Unit (ASU) operated four aircraft during the year, which
were the Cessna 206 “Air 50”, two OH-58’s “Copter 1 & 2”, and the HH-
1N (Huey Twin Engine) “Copter 4”.
Narcotics Units
The North and South County Narcotics Units are responsible for investigating
individuals and groups involved in the manufacturing, trafficking,
and distribution of narcotics in violation of the State Health and Safety
The ASU answered 302 calls for service, 23 call-outs, 23 search and rescue
calls, and had nearly 400 flight hours. Bureau personnel worked two
major fires, the Jesusita Fire and the La Brea Fire. The unit was able to
complete all necessary training to meet unit mandated and FAA regulations
for both the Pilots and Crew Chiefs. The Aviation Bureau maintains
a fluid training curriculum throughout the year to accommodate shifting
schedules with the Dive Team, Search and Rescue, SET, and other specialty
units.
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A significant milestone for the department was the acquisition of “Copter
4” from the Law Enforcement Service Office (LESO). Sheriff’s personnel
were advised of a twin engine, HH-1N Huey helicopter that was potentially
going to be made available through the military. Several phone
calls to the LESO coordinators confirmed availability and the Santa Barbara
Sheriff’s Office was the first law enforcement agency in the country
to be approved to receive this coveted military surplus helicopter. The
department received the helicopter in mid-August, and by November had
the first pilot trained. It is anticipated that “Copter 4” will be utilized for
search and rescue missions, rescues over bodies of water, SET missions,
narcotics investigations, counter-terrorism incidents, as well as fire suppression
efforts in the future.
for individuals including Prime Minister Tony Blair, the Dalai Lama, and
Congressman Boehner.
The Bomb Squad responded to 28 calls for service, including nine calls
involving various pieces of military ordnance, 12 suspicious packages,
two calls from the Santa Barbara Police Department’s SET team to assist
with high-risk calls for service, one bomb threat, and three actual explosive
devices.
Additionally, the bomb squad conducted seven public speaking/safety
demonstrations/displays for various agencies and organizations throughout
the year.
Bomb Squad
The Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad maintained its staffing of seven trained,
FBI certified Bomb Technicians. Five technicians are employed by the
Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office and two technicians are employed by the
Santa Barbara Police Department. The Bomb Squad maintained its training
requirements by holding bi-monthly training, to include training regularly
with all utilized equipment. The squad also participated in two separate
trainings with the Civil Support Team, a US Army based Hazardous
Materials team, with expertise in radiological and chemical detection.
The bomb squad also assisted the FBI with training at Vandenberg AFB
with a Post Blast Investigation course that has received worldwide recognition.
The Bomb Squad provided dignitary protection sweeps during the year,
Special Enforcement Team
The mission of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement
Team (SET) is to protect and preserve life in incidents of a critical or
high-risk nature.
The presence of a highly skilled and trained law enforcement tactical unit
has been shown to substantially reduce the risk of injury or loss of life to
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citizens, law enforcement officers, and suspects. A well-coordinated
“team” response to such critical incidents is more likely to result in a successful
and peaceful resolution. It is the intent of SET to provide a highly
trained and skilled tactical team as a resource for the handling of highrisk
incidents such as armed individuals, barricaded subjects, dignitary
protection, high-risk apprehension, high-risk prisoner transport, high-risk
warrant service, and sniper situations.
Special Assignments
Hostage Negotiations Team
The Hostage Negotiations Team (HNT) is used for barricaded subjects as
well as for hostage situations. The goal of the HNT is to negotiate the
situation to a peaceful resolution. HNT has nine deputy members. The
team trains one day every other month. Twice a year, on additional training
days, HNT trains with SET or other Special Unit teams.
In 2009, the Hostage Negotiation Team had four call-outs; three in North
County and one in South County. The four incidents each involved a subject
inside a residence refusing to come out. One subject exited the residence
after being directed to by HNT via bullhorn and three were forcibly
removed by SET.
Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue Team
The Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue Team (SBCSAR) is an all
volunteer branch of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office. SBCSAR
covers all 2,737 square miles of Santa Barbara County and is responsible
for the search and rescue of lost and injured persons in the backcountry.
The team is trained to use specialized equipment to handle a
variety of emergencies such as car over the side accidents, downed aircraft,
high-angle rock rescues, searches for lost hikers, swiftwater rescues,
and other incidents. As a member of the Mountain Rescue Association,
the team also responds to support search and rescue efforts
throughout California and the United States. The team averages 80-100
calls per year.
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Floatopia
The Sheriff's Office learned how effective Facebook was in attracting mass
numbers of people to an event and the possible negative effects to public
safety. On April 4, 2009, UCSB students celebrated an unsanctioned event
known as Floatopia. Floatopia is an event that started about five years ago
with a few UCSB students taking rafts onto the water the first Saturday after
the students returned from Spring Break. Over the years, the group grew
from a few dozen to about 1,000 students in 2008, with no problems. With
the increased use of Facebook, an event page was established advertising
Floatopia. As the day grew closer, over 9,000 people confirmed they were
attending, and the Sheriff's Office prepared for additional staffing. What
started as several dozen people enjoying the beach in years prior, turned
into over 12,000 college aged people abusing alcohol and causing both a
public safety emergency and environmental calamity.
At days end, 13 people were arrested, 78 citations were issued, over 33
people were treated at the hospital for alcohol poisoning and various injuries,
two people fell off the cliff, and County Fire rescue swimmers assisted
over 30 intoxicated swimmers back into rafts. Floatopia participants also
left huge amounts of debris on the beach that took weeks to clean-up.
Due to the student only perceived success of Floatopia, students posted
another event page named Floatopia II for the following month. This event
page quickly swelled to over 25,000 people RSVPing for the event. As a
result of the public safety hazard allowing another Floatopia, the Sheriff's
Office, County Parks, County Counsel, and the County Executive Office wrote
an alcohol ordinance restricting the use of alcohol on the Isla Vista beaches
unless a permit was issued. The Board of Supervisors quickly approved an
urgency ordinance allowing the immediate enforcement of the alcohol restriction,
and thus preventing another unsponsored alcohol event.
The same week of Floatopia II, the Jesusita Fire started forcing the evacuation
of thousands of residents and the use of UCSB as an emergency shelter.
Due to the ordinance, the negative feelings of the environmental destruction
of the beach, and out of probable respect of the fire evacuees,
Floatopia II did not occur. In November the Board of Supervisors approved
a permanent ordinance restricting alcohol on Isla Vista beaches.
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Highlights
DNA Leads to Arrest in 10 Year Old Case
On August 11, 2009, Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Detectives arrested
a man for kidnapping and attempting to rape a woman in a crime that
occurred 10 years earlier.
On July 9, 1999 a female victim was driven to a
remote location where the suspect sexually
forced himself upon her. DNA evidence was
found on the victim's clothing. The DNA was entered
into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS)
and no match was found at that time. However, in June
2009, a CODIS match on the DNA was found. The identified suspect was
located living close to the area of the attack and was arrested by Sheriff's
Detectives. The suspect was booked into county jail for violating California
Penal Code Section 220(a), attempt to commit rape and California
Penal Code Section 209(b)(1), kidnapping with intent to commit rape
with a bail amount of $100,000.
1st Electronic Ticket Writer Arrives in County
Search & Rescue Performs Rescue During Training
Members of the Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue (SBCSAR) successfully
completed a 30-hour Swiftwater Rescue Technician course on
the Kern River in August. Team members learned various water rescue
techniques on how to rescue injured and/or trapped individuals in moving
water as well as how to recognize and treat water related injuries. The
training proved to be timely as team members were requested to rescue
and treat a swimmer in the Kern River just a few hundred yards down
river from where they were training. A fisherman was swept down the
current and trapped in a recirculating hydraulic rapid. SBCSAR members
reached the subject just after he was pulled out of the water by another
fisherman. SBCSAR Wilderness EMT’s began a medical assessment and
treatment of the subject who suffered head, chest, abdomen and leg injuries.
Meantime, other team members brought in oxygen, backboard,
stretcher and other medical gear over the rough terrain. Given the location
and distance from the nearest road or trail, SBCSAR coordinated
with the Kern County Sheriff’s Aviation Department in hoisting the injured
man out of the canyon.
The Sheriff’s Office was able to purchase an electronic ticket writer for a
City of Buellton Motor Officer through a California Law Enforcement
Equipment Program (CLEEP) Grant. CLEEP Grants make high technology
and equipment available to local law enforcement that is not typically
available through the normal local agency budget process.
The handheld device and Bluetooth printer store all city ordinances, vehicle
codes, court addresses, and court dates
which reduces errors. It has the capability to program
Court furloughs and holiday dates as well.
All citations are legible to court staff, records personnel,
and violators. Treated paper will not
smudge or fade in heat.
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Arrests
Total Arrests – 9,469
Males – 7,576
Females – 1,893
Adult Felony Arrests – 988
Males - 792
Females - 196
Adult Misdemeanor Arrests – 7,097
Males – 5,751
Females – 1,346
Juvenile Felony Arrests - 150
Males - 129
Females - 21
Juvenile Misdemeanor Arrests - 1,039
Males - 760
Females - 279
Juvenile Status Offense Arrests - 195
Males - 144
Females - 51
Calls for Service/Reports Written
Calls for Service – 115,543
Reports Written – 22,150
Coroner’s Bureau
Total Deaths in County – 2,891
Coroner’s Cases – 1,533
Accidental Deaths - 107
Homicide Deaths - 13
Natural Deaths - 1,298
Pending Further Investigation - 1
Returned to Other Jurisdiction - 0
SIDS Deaths - 1
Suicide Deaths - 61
Traffic Deaths - 40
Undetermined Deaths - 12
Law Enforcement Operations Statistics
Floatopia
Days of Coverage - 1
Arrests - 13
Citations – 78
Medical Transports – 33
Attendees – 12,000
Isla Vista Halloween Weekend
Nights of Coverage - 2
Arrests - 311
Citations – 701
Medical Transports – 50+
Attendees – 25,000+
Sworn Law Enforcement Personnel – 250+
Non-Sworn Support Staff – 100+
Cost to Sheriff’s Office - $500,000+
Sex Offender Registrants
Total Number of Registrants in County - 634
Number of Registrants in Sheriff’s
Jurisdictions - 198
Percent of Total County Registrants under
Sheriff’s Jurisdiction - 31%
Sheriff’s Registrants in Violation
- 10 registrants / 5%
SIB Narcotic Activity
Arrests - 158
Cash Seized - $124,064
Complaints Filed - 172
Drug Seizures Estimated Street
Value - $612,275,105
Guns Seized - 45
Search Warrants - 71
Vehicles Seized - 72
Rural Crime Prevention Program
Number of Agricultural Crimes
Investigated - 115
Number of Suspects Arrested/Cited - 63
Total Loss Property Value - $296,941
Total Recovered Property Value - $207,043
Air Support Unit
Santa Barbara County Law Missions
Sheriff’s Jurisdiction Patrol Hours - 58
Sheriff’s Jurisdiction Assist Hours - 183
Other Law Enforcement Agency
Assist Hours - 24
Calls for Service - 302
Arrest Assists - 17
Search & Rescue Rescues - 17
Missing Person Assists - 6
Vehicle Pursuits - 0
Stolen Vehicles Recovered - 2
Marijuana Plants Located - 200,136
1st on Scene - 49 times
Santa Barbara County Fire Missions - 11
County Jurisdiction Fires Flight Hours - 20
County Fires Fought - 0
Other Agency Fire Flight Hours - 8
Other Fire Agency Assists - 4
Total Water Drops – 0
Bomb Squad
Military Ordnances - 9
Other Agency Assist - 2
Suspicious Packages -12
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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY MAIN JAIL

Custody Operations
Custody Operations is led by a Chief Deputy and is responsible for providing
facilities for the detention of pre-sentenced and sentenced male and
female inmates as mandated by law. Services include booking, housing,
medical, mental health, security, and transportation. Inmate education,
vocational counseling, and community work programs are provided to
reduce recidivism and facilitate return to the community. Three Commanders
oversee the divisions of Custody Operations: Jail Operations,
Custody Support, and Planning and Programs.
Jail Operations Division
Jail Operations includes Booking, Classification, Housing, Community Relations,
Property, Special Operations Response Team, and Training. The
Jail Operations Division is responsible for Main Jail Operations, the Medium
Security Facility (MSF), and the Santa Maria Branch Jail. These facilities
are secure correctional facilities holding pre-trial detainees as well
as male and female sentenced inmates. The Average Daily Population
(ADP) in these facilities is 972 inmates. The inmate population is comprised
of predominately pre-adjudicated felons. Approximately 10% of
the inmates at the Main Jail are held on charges of murder or attempted
murder.
Santa Barbara County Main Jail
The Santa Barbara County Main Jail is a secure correctional facility. This
facility receives bookings directly from Sheriff’s Patrol and other local law
enforcement agencies, as well as Santa Barbara County Probation, California
Highway Patrol, and the California Department of Corrections and
Rehabilitation. In 2009, there were 12,904 inmates booked into the
Main Jail. The ADP for the Main Jail was 679 inmates. The Sheriff’s Office
is under a court ordered consent decree to reduce overcrowding. In
an effort to avoid court sanctions, measures were taken to reduce jail
population counts. These measures include early release of sentenced
inmates. This year, 1,891 inmates were released early resulting in
35,086 total sentenced days not served.
Classification Unit
The Classification Unit makes all inmate housing assignments and rehousing
decisions. The unit, supervised by a Custody Sergeant, is located
in the Main Jail. Providing coverage twenty-four hours a day, seven
days a week, this unit also collects and analyzes intelligence regarding
assaults, gang activity, narcotics smuggling, and weapons in the jail. Additionally,
all inmate grievances and discipline are tracked and logged by
the unit.
Medium Security Facility
The Medium Security Facility (MSF) was originally constructed in 1961 as
a minimum security facility designed to hold sentenced low-risk offenders.
Custody Operations utilizes the MSF to reduce overcrowding in the
Santa Barbara Main Jail. Overcrowding conditions at the Main Jail have
resulted in the necessity of housing both sentenced and pre-trial medium
risk offenders at the MSF. The ADP at the MSF was 265 inmates. Sentenced
inmates may participate in various work assignments both inside
and outside of the facilities. Pre-trial inmates may request to participate
on inside work assignments. Work completed by these inmates saves
the County over a million dollars every year in labor costs. All MSF inmates
are encouraged to participate in available educational and treatment
programs.
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Santa Maria Branch Jail
The Santa Maria Branch Jail is a Type-2 facility capable of housing inmates
for up to one year. The facility has a rated capacity for 28 inmates
and maintains an average daily population of 26. The Santa Maria
Branch Jail accounts for 31% of total county bookings. Detainees from
the Santa Maria Branch Jail are routinely transported to and housed in
the Main Jail.
Custody Support Division
The Custody Support Division includes Alternative Sentencing, Custody
Records, Food Services, Medical and Mental Health Services, Overcrowding
Management, Statistics, and Transportation.
Alternative Sentencing
Sheriff’s Custody Operations uses the Alternative Sentencing Programs to
reduce overcrowding in the Santa Barbara Main Jail. Alternative Sentencing,
with offices in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria, provides alternative
methods of serving court-ordered sentences in either an Electronic
Monitoring Program or the Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program (SWAP) to
qualified male and female inmates.
Medical Health
Custody Operations contracts with Prison Health Services, Inc. (PHS), an
outside health care services provider, for inmate medical services. Medical
services include 24-hour medical care, counseling/screening for suspected
HIV/AIDS, dental services, discharge planning, and other health
care necessities for inmates.
Mental Health
In July 2009, the contracts with PHS was expanded to include inmate
mental health services. Onsite service providers include two full-time
Master's-level Mental Health Therapists and one full-time Psychiatric RN.
A licensed Psychiatrist is on duty 20 hours per week. Medical staff are
also trained in handling mental health emergencies in order to provide
24-hour coverage. It is our goal to provide quality medical and mental
health care to those incarcerated in our facilities.
Transportation
The Transportation Unit, staffed by custody deputies, is responsible for
the safe transport, custody and security of inmates in transit throughout
the state. In 2009, the Transportation Unit drove 265,394 miles and
transported 53,803 inmates.
Planning and Programs Division
The Planning and Programs Division is headed by a Commander to oversee
the property acquisition and construction for a new county jail to be
located in the north county. This division also oversees Inmate Rehabilitation
Programs and Jail Facility Maintenance. The Planning and Programs
Division includes Inmate Services, Jail Laundry, Maintenance, New
County Jail Project, Print Shop, Projects and Planning, Secure Community
Re-entry Facility, Sheriff’s Treatment Program, and the State Day Reporting
Center.
The Planning and Programs Division oversees the Inmate Welfare Special
Revenue Fund. This fund accrues a profit by providing services to inmates,
such as Commissary and the Inmate Telephone System. All funding
is primarily used for the benefit, education and welfare of inmates
confined within the county jail system.
New County Jail Project
The Santa Barbara County Jail-Northern Branch is planned to be built on
a 50 acre parcel of land at the southwest corner of Black and Betteravia
Roads near the City of Santa Maria. It will be funded primarily through an
AB 900 grant from the State of California.
This 304-bed direct supervision jail facility will house male and female
inmates in medium and maximum security cells. The design of the facility
will allow for future expansion if needed, at a minimum of additional
cost. When complete, it will address the need documented by over 20
Grand Jury reports recommending this facility, and mitigate almost 30
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years of jail overcrowding and a lawsuit originally filed in the 1980’s.
In conjunction with the AB 900 grant award, the tri-county partnered Central Coast Reentry Facility
in Paso Robles is going through the required Environmental Review and is expected to break
ground in 2010.
Inmate Services
Inmate Services manages inmate programs to include drug and alcohol counseling, educational
and vocational programs, and religious services. All programs provided by Inmate Services are financed
through revenue generated by our Commissary Store and Inmate Telephones. No County
tax dollars are used.
Educational and Vocational Programs
The Sheriff’s Office collaborates with Santa Barbara City College for instructional programs. The
Multi-Media Learning Center allows for an interactive personalized learning experience. Educational
classes offered include Adult Basic Education, Adult High School Instruction, Basic Computer
Skills, English as a Second Language (ESL), General Education Diploma training (GED), Life Management
Skills, and vocational programs in the areas of culinary arts, maintenance and welding,
print shop, and recycle a bicycle.
Santa Barbara City College also offers a special STEP/Jail Program Advisor who counsels inmates
on the availability of post-release educational and vocational opportunities. The Santa Barbara
County Jail is one of only two jail facilities in the state of California designated as an official GED
testing site.
Sheriff’s Treatment Program
The Sheriff’s Treatment Program (STP) is an in-house drug and alcohol treatment program partially
funded by a grant administered through the County Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Services Department.
The Program provides 12-Step Education, Anger Management, Process Groups, Relapse
Prevention Groups, Release Planning Groups along with individual counseling and placement of
clients into community aftercare treatment programs.
Community Outreach Program
Jail Operations Division
Main Jail Operations
Classification Unit
Compliance
Custody Training Officer
Intake/Release
Property
Special Operation Response Team (SORT)
Medium Security Facility
Santa Maria Branch Jail
Custody Support Division
Alternative Sentencing
Electronic Monitoring
Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program (SWAP)
Custody Records
Food Services
Medical and Mental Health
Overcrowding Management
Statistics
Transportation
Planning & Programs Division
Inmate Services
Community Outreach
Educational Program
Vocational Programs
Jail Laundry
Maintenance
New County Jail Project
Print Shop
Projects & Planning
Secure Community Re-entry Facility
Sheriff’s Treatment Program (STP)
The Community Outreach Program serves the Sheriff’s Office, the inmates, and the community at large in various ways. Religious services for all major
faiths are offered to all inmates, with attendance being voluntary. Sixty volunteer chaplains conduct approximately 1,200 services per year in the
County Jail. The chaplains also help inmates once released, to find housing, assist with family and financial matters. With the network of churches
and faith-based organizations participating in this program, inmates to offered a variety of Reentry programs.
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Highlights
United Through Reading Program
The United Through Reading Program was developed in 2009 as a
means to allow in-custody parents a chance to stay connected with their
children. The parent is recorded on DVD reading a book to their child.
The DVD and book are then supplied to the child and caregiver.
Recycle a Bicycle
Sexually Violent Predator/Handicap Cell
A storage area in the jail was converted for use as a Sexually Violent
Predator cell when these inmates are returned to Santa Barbara County
for ongoing court actions. This cell can also be used for handicapped or
other special needs inmates, adding four permanent beds to the facility.
All-Purpose Room Redesign to Housing
The Recycle a Bicycle program was expanded in 2009.
Bicycles that were abandoned or recovered as stolen
and not claimed by the owner are refurbished using
inmate labor and then given to local charities. The
Good Samaritan Shelter in Lompoc and the Unity
Shoppe in Santa Barbara received more than 20 refurbished
bikes.
EMS Save Award
The Main Jail All-Purpose Room is undergoing reconfiguration into a
housing unit. This project began with the construction of a new Sheriff’s
Operations Response Team (SORT) building for the displaced SORT team.
The reconfiguration of the All-Purpose Room to housing will free up space
for an additional 54-beds in the Main Jail, helping to reduce overcrowding.
At approximately 10:00pm on October 23, 2009 Custody Deputy Steve Stanbrough found an inmate hanging
from the bars in a holding cell. The inmate had used a shirt to create a noose which he hung from the bars
about six and a half feet above the floor.
Custody Deputy Stanbrough and Custody Deputy Douglas Todaro were able to hold the inmate up while Custody
Deputies Eric Alexander and Stephen Dwyer removed the ligature from the inmate’s neck.
CD Alexander
CD Dwyer
After determining the inmate had no pulse, Stanbrough and Todaro immediately began CPR. After about ten
chest compressions color began to return to the inmate’s face. About a minute later, jail medical staff arrived
and began administering first aid while Stanbrough continued the chest compressions, after about the fifth
compression, the inmate coughed loudly and began breathing on his own. The inmate was transported to the
hospital where he was treated before being taken back to a custody facility.
Quick action by the Custody Deputies and their skills exhibited during the incident allowed the inmate to survive
the suicide attempt. For their actions, the Santa Barbara County EMS Agency and the Sheriff’s Office
awarded all four Custody Deputies with the EMS Save Award.
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Average Daily Population - 1,214 Inmates
Males - 1,037
Females - 177
Total Facilities Rated Beds - 655
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County Jail Bookings - 18,750 Bookings
Santa Barbara - 12,904
Males - 10,570
Females - 2,334
Santa Maria – 5,846
Males - 4,833
Females - 1,013
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Average Daily Custody Population
2005 - 2009
1,242 1,266 1,259 1,239 1,214
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Custody Operations Jail Bookings
2005 - 2009
20000
18,406 18,074 18,252 18,005 18,750
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Prison Health Services, Inc.
Doctor Sick Calls - 3,559
Nurse Sick Calls - 2,351
Dental Sick Calls - 722
14-Day Evaluations - 4,843
Mental Health Contacts - 5,822
Electronic Monitoring
Males – 617 Total Participants
Females – 241 Total Participants
Total Days – 41,392 Inmate Days
Still in Program – 85 Participants
Successful Completions - 724 Participants /
94%
Failed to Complete - 49 Participants / 6%
Applicants Processed - 633
Applicants Approved - 612 / 97%
Applicants Denied - 21 / 3%
Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program (SWAP)
Males - 861
Females – 171
Total Days - 36,345 Inmate Days
Successful Completions - 867 / 93%
Failed to Complete - 66 / 7%
Applicants Processed – 1,163
Applicants Approved – 1,142 / 98%
Applicants Denied - 21 / 2%
Overcrowding Early Release from Custody
Total Inmates Released Early - 1,891
Males - 1,768 Inmates Released Early
Females - 123 Inmates Released Early
Total Days Released Early - 35,086 Days
Males - 31,700 Inmate Days
Females - 3,386 Inmate Days
Average Number of Days Released Early
Males - 17.93 Days
Females - 27.53 Days
Custody Operations Statistics
Food Services
Meals Prepared - 1,137,919
Average Cost of Meal - $1.13
Transportation
Regular Transports - 50,390 Inmates
Males - 45,982
Females - 4,408
Hospital Transports - 31 Inmates
Males - 21
Females - 10
Medical Transports - 664 Inmates
Male - 307
Female - 357
Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) Transports
- 44 Inmates
Males - 36
Females - 8
Proposition 21 Transports - 470 Inmates
Males - 444
Females - 26
Juvenile Court Transports - 822 Inmates
Males - 582
Females - 240
Out of County (Non-Prison) Transports
- 261 Inmates
Males - 220
Females - 41
Prison Transports – 1,081 Inmates
Males - 950
Females - 131
Total Miles Driven – 265,394
In-County Miles – 215,516
Out-of-County Miles – 49,878
Outside Vendor/Contract Transports
- 40 Inmates
Males - 37
Females - 3
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SHERIFF’S OFFICE PADDY WAGON & DARE SHOWCAR IN PARADE

Support Services
Support Services provides the vital resources necessary to the Sheriff’s
Office for fulfillment of its public safety mission. Support Services is a
diverse operational group including the Business Office, Civil Bureau,
Community Services, Court Services, Criminal Records, Felony Fugitive
Detail, Human Resources, Public Safety Dispatch, Systems and Technology,
and the Training Bureau.
Financial Services Division
The Financial Services Division, under the direction of the Chief Financial
Officer, provides oversight in the areas of finance, supplies, facilities and
information technology. The Financial Services Division oversees the
department’s annual budget.
Business Office
The Business Office is responsible for the financial affairs of the department.
The services of the Business and Finance Unit include all
accounts receivable and payable processing for the department, contract
processing, and internal audits. This unit also produces analysis,
Federal/State reports, fee qualifications and research. Budgetary preparations,
monitoring and adjustments also fall under the responsibilities
of the unit.
Special Services
The role of Special Services is to provide a centralized supply warehouse
for the department. This includes ordinary office supplies to special
emergency equipment and departmental vehicles. Additional services
found within this unit are janitorial services, mail procurement, processing,
shipping, and receiving.
Systems and Technology Bureau
The Systems and Technology Bureau, under the direction of a civilian
manager, provides technical support and systems implementation for
technology throughout the department. This bureau keeps the agency
current with the latest in technology to aid in the job of keeping the community
safe.
Administrative Services Division
The Administrative Services Division, under the direction of a Commander,
provides regional emergency communications services through
the County Public Safety Dispatch Center, civil processes, criminal records
functions, and felony fugitive services. The Commander is the department’s
liaison for all civil litigation matters and is in charge of the
Administrative Investigations Team.
Information Services Bureau
The Information Services Bureau is supervised by a Lieutenant. The bureau
is made up of three operational sections: Civil Bureau, Criminal
Records, and the Felony Fugitive Detail. The Criminal Records section
maintains a seven day a week, twelve hours a day, staffing level. Civil
Bureau and the Felony Fugitive Detail are staffed Monday through Friday.
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Civil Bureau
The Civil Bureau consists of
three offices which are located
at the Santa Barbara,
Santa Maria, and Lompoc
Courthouse complexes. The
staff is comprised of both
support and sworn personnel
and is separated into Field
Services and Support Services.
Field services are handled
and overseen by a Sergeant
and three deputies who
are responsible for the actual
service and enforcement of
orders. The support staff is
overseen by a Legal Office
Professional with a staff of
seven who are responsible for
legal paperwork and monetary
transactions.
seized items include anything from bank accounts, boats, growing crops,
homes, horses, livestock, motor vehicles, planes, property, and stock
certificates. Orders were also received to seize property located on
someone’s person such as jewelry and cash.
Since the Civil Bureau is an impartial, disinterested third party, tangible
items are generally seized and held for a given period of time. This allows
for parties to file an appeal with the courts. Once a release is received
from the courts, the property or funds are released to the prevailing
party.
The Civil Bureau serves over 8,000 processes annually. Unfortunately,
the business of the Civil Bureau increases during poor economic times.
This is especially true in the area of evictions. The Civil Bureau conducts
transactions in excess of $3.5 million annually on civil process cases.
The Civil Process section archives
records using the latest Laserfiche product to scan paper reports
and files, saving them in digital format for prompt retrieval.
The Civil Bureau is the only area within the Sheriff’s Office that is an
agent for private litigants. Because the cases are civil in nature, the bureau
cannot utilize criminal investigative tactics such as stakeouts or
computer inquiries (DMV, arrest records, etc.) to serve a process.
By statute, the Civil Bureau provides many services to the public, which
includes serving legal documents and enforcing court orders. Throughout
the years thousands of tangible items of property have been seized. The
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Criminal Records
Criminal Records maintains crime reports and other court related documents. Duties include maintaining
civil, criminal, and traffic warrants. As the central repository for crime reports, it becomes
the hub of the automated Records Management System that is utilized throughout the organization.
They are also responsible for processing all mandated statistical reports to the State of California
Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Criminal Records is currently upgrading their records management system to the latest geographical
interfaced records system for full department access. This upgraded records management system
will allow deputies in the field to access their mobile data computers in their vehicles to write
reports and transmit the data directly to Criminal Records.
Criminal Records archives records using the latest Laserfiche product to scan paper reports and
files, saving them in digital format for prompt retrieval.
Financial Services Division
Business Office
Special Services
Systems & Technology
Administrative Services Division
Administrative Investigation Team (AIT)
Civil Bureau
Criminal Records
Information Services Bureau
Felony Fugitive Detail
Public Safety Dispatch
Community & Department
Resources Division
Community Services Bureau
Court Services Bureau
Human Resources Bureau
Training Bureau
Felony Fugitive Detail
The Felony Fugitive Detail specializes in apprehension of fugitives, who have fled prosecution from Santa Barbara County. Approximately 100 fugitives
are returned to justice each year due to the efforts of this section.
Public Safety Dispatch
The Public Safety Dispatch Center fulfills the communications needs of law enforcement,
fire, and ambulance services for twelve local government agencies. The center is also
Santa Barbara County’s largest public safety answering point for 9-1-1 calls. About 1,100
calls for service come into the dispatch center every day. Under the direction of a civilian
Communications Manager, the Center functions with state of the art technology, operated
by highly skilled personnel.
Some of the technology in use at the Center include Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD),
Emergency Medical Dispatching (EMD), Emergency Notification System (Reverse 911),
and Mobile Data Computers (MDC). These systems are integrated into an “information
management scheme” which is designed to help emergency responders make sound,
informed decisions in a mission critical environment where literally every second counts.
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Community & Department Resources Division
The Community & Department Resources Division, under the direction of
a Commander, serves as a support unit for all other divisions in the Sheriff’s
Office by providing Community Services, Court Services, Human Resources,
and Training.
Court Services Bureau
The Court Services Bureau is managed by a Lieutenant. This bureau is
responsible for court security for the twenty-four courtrooms in five locations
the county. Bailiffs assigned to the courts are charged with providing
security during cases involving civil matters, small claims, juvenile
offenses, family law matters, traffic court, as well as misdemeanor and
felony cases, up to and including capital murder cases.
Human Resources Bureau
The Human Resources Bureau, under the direction of a Lieutenant, handles
the recruitment and screening of all new employees. Additionally,
this bureau is responsible for processing payroll, maintaining over seven
hundred personnel records, managing department wide transfers, handling
employee grievances, and processing all employee involved vehicle
accidents and industrial injury reports.
Training Bureau
The Training Bureau, under the direction of a Lieutenant, provides current
and ongoing training to all personnel. They develop and coordinate
all Advanced Officer Training and maintain all training records, keeping
in compliance with State mandates. The unit also schedules attendance
for schools and seminars, composes and disseminates training bulletins
and legal updates, and administers the operation of the firearms range.
This bureau takes pride in what they do, because good training is reflected
in the quality of service that is provided to the public.
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Community Services Bureau
The Community Services Bureau, under the direction of a Sergeant, oversees
the deputies providing D.A.R.E. instruction to schools throughout
Santa Barbara County, as well as the civilian crime prevention specialist
who provide crime prevention programs to numerous community, civic,
neighborhood, and parent groups. The Community Services Bureau also
coordinates Project Lifesaver, the Sheriff’s Volunteer Program and the
volunteer Aero Squadron. In 2009, over 300 presentations were made
by the Community Services Bureau to neighborhood, senior and community
groups, fire victims, businesses, schools and churches to educate
and update the public on concerns related to public safety and personal
security.
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Crime Prevention Specialist, Pamela Relyea,
was awarded “2009 Crime Prevention Practioner of the Year” for
the State of California, Southern Region, by the California Crime Prevention
Officer’s Association, (CCPOA.) Additionally, she was honored as the
CCPOA “Crime Prevention Practioner of the Year” for CCPOA Region 4,
including the counties of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura.
Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.)
In 2009, the D.A.R.E. program was taught countywide at 30 schools with
2,048 students graduating. Two deputies teach D.A.R.E. to students fifth
grade and above. The program focuses on good decision making techniques
while avoiding substance abuse and violence.
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EMD Save Awards
On Monday, March, 23, 2009 EMD dispatcher Julie Porrazzo answered a 9-1-1 transfer call and on the line was a very anxious
caller who was reporting that her father was “having a seizure”. Dispatcher Porrazzo initiated EMD protocols and after verifying the
address and call-back numbers began EMD caller interrogation. Using the scripted interrogation in the Emergency Medical
Dispatch system, she was able to determine that the caller’s father was apparently not breathing and turning blue. Dispatcher
Porrazzo initiated a dispatch of fire first responders and paramedics, and then began pre-arrival instructions. She directed the
caller to begin CPR. Approximately 5 minutes later, AMR paramedics arrived and took over care. The patient was still in cardiac arrest
and successfully defibrillated with a return of his pulse and he began to move, but remained unconscious. He was given medications
and emergently transported to Marian Medical Center where he received more advanced care including therapeutic hypothermia.
He later had stints placed to reopen his coronary vessels and was discharged, walking, a few days later from the hospital.
Julie Porrazzo
For her efforts in using her training in Emergency Medical Dispatch to save the life of a human being Ms. Porrazzo was awarded the EMD Save Award
by the Santa Barbara County Emergency Medical Services Agency and the Sheriff’s Office.
On Saturday June 27, 2009 Dispatch Supervisor Shannon Hoogenbosch answered a 9-1-1 call from a woman reporting that “her
husband was “down and clammy.” In the next few crucial minutes, Hoogenbosch used her Emergency Medical Dispatch training to
determine that the woman’s 54-year old husband was unconscious and not breathing. Hoogenbosch immediately dispatched
Santa Barbara County firefighters and paramedics with American Medical Response (AMR) before she
began giving pre-arrival medical instructions to the caller. Hoogenbosch’s ability to take control of the
situation and coach the caller through life-saving medical procedures bought valuable time until County
Fire and AMR arrived. Once at the home, the first responders determined that the husband was in full
cardiac arrest. They used a defibrillator to help restart the victim’s heart. For her efforts in using her
Sharon Hoogenbosch training in Emergency Medical Dispatch to save the life of a human being, Ms. Hoogenbosch was
awarded the EMD Save Award by the Santa Barbara County Emergency Medical Services Agency and the Sheriff’s Office.
On Monday, September 21, 2009 at approximately 11:31 hours a 9-1-1 call from Carpinteria received by the Santa Barbara County
Public Safety Dispatch Center. EMD dispatcher Ben Johnson answered the call and on the line was an extremely anxious caller who
was reporting that her neighbor was “down and not breathing”. Dispatcher Johnson initiated Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)
protocols and after verifying the address and call-back numbers began EMD caller interrogation. Using the scripted interrogation in
the EMD system, he was able to determine that the caller’s neighbor was a new mom and apparently not breathing and turning
blue. Dispatcher Johnson initiated a dispatch of fire first responders and paramedics, and then began pre-arrival instructions. He
directed the caller to begin CPR. Approximately 5 minutes later, AMR paramedics and Carpinteria-Summerland firefighters arrived
and took over care. The patient was still in respiratory arrest and the paramedics were able to begin ventilating her. The patient
Ben Johnson was transported to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital where she fully recovered and was discharged. For his efforts in using his
training in Emergency Medical Dispatch to save the life of a human being Mr. Johnson was awarded the EMD Save Award by the Santa Barbara
County Emergency Medical Services Agency and the Sheriff’s Office.
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2E+05
2E+05
2E+05
1E+05
1E+05
75000
50000
25000
0
3E+05
3E+05
2E+05
2E+05
1E+05
50000
0
Support Services Statistics
Civil Bureau
Civil Papers Successfully Served - 7,596
Lompoc - 868
Santa Barbara - 3,714
Santa Maria - 3,014
Civil Papers Unsuccessfully Served - 1,086
Lompoc - 150
Santa Barbara - 599
Santa Maria – 337
Civil Papers Cancelled - 222
Lompoc - 48
Santa Barbara - 114
Santa Maria - 60
Community Services Bureau
Presentations made - 301
D.A.R.E.
Schools participated - 30
Classes graduated - 71.5
Students graduated - 2,048
Meth Presentations
Schools participated - 1
Classes graduated - 4
Operation Medicine Cabinet
Unused/Expired Medications Collected - 1,295
lbs
Human Resources Bureau
New Hires - 21
Deputy Sheriff Trainees - 3
Lateral/POST Graduates - 2
Custody Deputies - 5
Dispatchers - 7
Support Staff - 4
Background Interviews - 75
Polygraphs - 117
Background Polygraphs - 79
Criminal Polygraphs - 26
Probation Dept. Polygraphs - 12
Training Bureau
Citizen Trainings - 4 Training Days
Custody Academy (Three Month Program) - 1
Custody Quarterly Training - 28 Training Days
Deputy Quarterly Training and Dept Training
Classes - 61 Training Days
Deputy Pre-Academy (Two Week Program) - 1
Hosted Classes - 19 Training Days
Range Qualification - 61 Range Days
Public Safety Dispatch
Calls Received – 245,173
9-1-1 Calls for Service – 46,254
Fire Calls – 14,756
EMS Calls – 36,891
Law Enforcement Calls – 132,593
Law Enforcement Calls
Public Safety Dispatch
2005 - 2009
Total Calls Received
Public Safety Dispatch
2005 - 2009
200,000
175,000
150,000
125,000
100,000
115,979
126,216
127,180
125,567
132,593
300,000
250,000
200,000
150,000
163,593
168,780
178,795
178,983
245,173
75,000
100,000
50,000
25,000
50,000
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
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H. Thomas Guerry Awards
Award for Valor
Sergeant Gregg Weitzman, Senior Deputy Jon Simon, Senior Deputy Dave Wight, Detective Adam Reichick and other members of
the Santa Barbara County Air Support Unit, were among the first responders to the disastrous Tea Fire. In this capacity, they and
other members of the Unit flew under extremely hazardous conditions in order to save life and property by dropping water on the
raging fire.
Sgt. Weitzman
Sr. Deputy Simon
In the early evening of November 13, 2008, what started as a small fire in the foothills above Montecito quickly erupted into an
inferno that, at its conclusion, consumed 210 residences in the City of Santa Barbara and unincorporated areas of Santa Barbara
County. The Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department Helicopter personnel performed numerous heroic water drops that night in support
of ground-based fire crews battling this wind driven fire. Early on, they coordinated their responsibilities and evaluated the
risks involved in fighting this rapidly growing fire from the air. Due to its brutal intensity, the proximity to inhabited dwellings, and
the need to provide fire personnel with strategic air support, it was evident that nighttime water drops - a first for Santa Barbara
County Air Support - were necessary.
Relying on their training and experience, these aviators courageously flew their helicopters in hazardous high wind conditions
navigating through darkness and smoke utilizing night vision goggles. As entire residential blocks were consumed by the intense,
wind-driven fire these brave men continued to fight the fire until gusts of up to 75 mph forced them to suspend operations. When
it was deemed safe to resume, they again launched their aircraft and made numerous additional water drops - 84 in all.
Each of these deputies and firefighters demonstrated courage and devotion to duty in the face of great danger. Their actions
saved lives and property, and provided a layer of protection for ground personnel committed to evacuating residents and battling
the flames. Even with the knowledge of the great risks and danger ahead of them, not one of them hesitated to climb into their
helicopters to complete their mission.
For their extraordinary bravery and commitment to the safety of the residents of Santa Barbara County, these members of the
Santa Barbara County Air Support were awarded the H. Thomas Guerry award for Valor by the Santa Barbara Citizen’s Council on
Crime.
Sr. Deputy Wight
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Award for Superior Performance
Custody Lieutenant Diana Stetson began her career with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office 26 years ago as a Sheriff’s Correction
Officer. Currently she is the Administrative Custody Lieutenant commissioned with the responsibility of responding to jail
writs and medical grievances, coordinating legal responses to writs, managing the jail medical contract, and overseeing the Memorandum
of Understanding between County Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Services and the Sheriff’s Office. Management of the
medical and mental health contracts is an enormous undertaking requiring frequent review of the contracts to ensure that quality
service is being provided, while at the same time controlling costs. She has developed valuable expertise in this area and is often
praised for her ability to successfully resolve complicated issues.
C Lt. Stetson The long awaited Jail Management System was launched in June 2008. As the Project Manager, Custody Lieutenant Stetson has
been responsible for this project since the initial request for proposal through its implementation. Under her leadership and tutelage,
a group of individuals worked many years to identify a replacement system for the antiquated Records Management System used to track booking
records, inmate movement and sentence information, as well as other statistical data. This process was difficult and required meticulous review
of existing records systems and interfaces. It involved the development of a comprehensive needs assessment, and contract negotiations with multiple
vendors. Development of this new Jail Management System has greatly enhanced the efficiency of operations and the Sheriff’s Office’s ability to
track information essential for accurate statistical data. Her ability to coordinate with the multitude of people and agencies involved in this project
proved vital to the attainment of a state of the art system and smooth transition.
Additionally, Custody Lieutenant Diana Stetson is the administrator of the Medium Security Facility—the oldest operating custody facility within the
Sheriff’s Department—with a population of 285 inmates. Due to the overcrowded conditions in the Main Jail, the Medium Security Facility houses an
increasingly higher security level of inmate than originally intended, requiring close managerial oversight.
Custody Lieutenant Stetson’s planning and organizational skills enabled her to take on additional duties created by an unfilled lieutenant’s position
due to the County’s difficult budget climate. Additionally, she also volunteers as an instructor for the Custody Deputy Academy. She is an accomplished
horsewoman, providing technical assistance during training of the Sheriff’s Mounted Unit, and serves as a director for the Santa Barbara Fiesta
Stock Horse Show and Rodeo.
Custody Lieutenant Stetson is a top producer and an exceptional employee. For her outstanding leadership ability, strong work ethic, and outstanding
dedication to duty Custody Lieutenant Diana Stetson was awarded by the Santa Barbara Citizens’ Council on Crime’s the H. Thomas Guerry Award for
Superior Performance.
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Departmental Awards
Meritorious Service Award
Deputy Jeffrey McDonald responded to a disturbance
call in the 500 block of Central Avenue in Buellton on
October 24, 2009. Deputy McDonald spotted a minivan
matching the description provided by the reporting
party stopped in front of two rear apartments.
Deputy McDonald observed the driver jump out of the
van with the engine running and begin to walk away.
Deputy McDonald identified himself and called for the
Dep. McDonald subject to stop, to no avail. When the suspect realized
he was trapped in the horseshoe shaped parking
area, and that Deputy McDonald was blocking his exit, he pulled a large
fixed bladed knife from his waistband hidden under his shirt. Holding the
knife above his head, the suspect turned and faced Deputy McDonald.
Deputy McDonald drew his firearm and ordered the suspect to stop and
drop the knife. The suspect retreated a few feet, as did Deputy McDonald,
seeking cover behind his unit. The suspect waved the knife in a
threatening manner, and then suddenly plunged the knife into his own
abdomen.
Upon seeing that the suspect had injured himself but was still standing in
a threatening manner, Deputy McDonald transitioned from his firearm to
his Taser, firing at the suspect and bringing him to the ground. At this
point, two additional deputies arrived on scene and, with the suspect covered
by another deputy, Deputy McDonald ran up and kicked the knife
away from the suspect’s reach. During this time, the suspect was still
struggling to get back on his feet; therefore, a drive stun from the Taser
was applied. It took another deputy and one more drive stun to get the
suspect into handcuffs and arrested.
Once the scene was clear, the suspect was taken to Santa Ynez Valley
Cottage Hospital for treatment and later booked into the County Jail for
Assault with a Deadly Weapon Upon a Peace Officer, Brandishing a
Deadly Weapon, Possession of Illegal Weapons, and Resisting Arrest.
For calmly averting a possible deadly shooting and bringing a suspect
into custody without injury to others, Deputy Jeffrey McDonald was
awarded the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office Meritorious Service Award.
Distinguished Service Award
Chief Financial Officer Douglas Martin began his career
with Santa Barbara County in March, 1999, and
with the Sheriff’s Office in October, 2004. In his command
level assignment, he manages the Sheriff's
Business Office, Special Services and the Systems
and Technology Bureau.
The Sheriff’s Office has a staff of approximately 700
Douglas Martin employees and a budget of approximately $100
million. The organization is divided by branches, divisions,
bureaus, and units with a concentration of authority and responsibility
at every level. However, the budget that pays for all of these facets
of the department is under the guidance and scrutiny of one individual:
C.F.O. Douglas Martin. Although the Sheriff is ultimately responsible for
the budget, Mr. Martin has proven invaluable as both a financial expert
and manager.
Mr. Martin formulates numerous financial projections and scenarios
which are relied upon by department executives for key decisions involv-
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ing resource allocations. As new information is received, Mr. Martin
writes and re-writes our financial plan until final adoption is obtained.
Examples of Mr. Martin’s exemplary performance are numerous and
have recently been accomplished during turbulent times, wherein the
Department and County have faced financial challenges of a magnitude
never before experienced. He is often the first in the County to identify
budgetary trends that either show a barometer of things to come or an
error in projections by others. He is recognized throughout the County as
a man of integrity and professionalism. His reputation inside the Department
is equally impeccable, and has earned him the nickname
“Raincloud” for his extended gloomy financial forecasts. Nevertheless,
the Sheriff’s Office is extremely fortunate and grateful for the critical
functions Mr. Martin provides. His proficient financial skills allow us to
effectively perform our fiduciary responsibilities and deliver top quality
law enforcement and corrections services to the citizens of Santa Barbara
County.
For his dedication, expertise, and outstanding achievement, Mr. Douglas
Martin was awarded the Santa Barbara Sheriffs Office Distinguished Service
Award.
Distinguished Service Award
Custody Sergeant Timothy McWilliams consistently
distinguishes himself and brings pride to Custody Operations
and the Sheriff’s Office. Sergeant McWilliams
began his career with the Sheriff’s Office 20 years
ago. He has worked a variety of assignments, excelling
in each area. In his current assignment, Sergeant
McWilliams is assigned to supervise the Jail Classification
Unit. Existing within the unit is a “Gang and Intelligence”
component. Under his leadership and work-
C Sgt. McWilliams
ing with local, state and federal branches of enforcement,
the unit has been instrumental in solving or strengthening numerous
serious felony cases, including several murder cases. This has fostered
a positive working relationship which has greatly enhanced the
credibility of the Classification Unit within and outside the jail facility.
In addition to his responsibilities as a supervisor, Sergeant McWilliams
serves as a member of the Sheriff’s Administrative Investigative Team,
and he has served as the lead investigator on several investigations.
These investigations are very time consuming and require a great deal of
commitment and objectivity. His dedication, professionalism and skill as
an investigator make him a valuable asset to the team.
Custody Sergeant McWilliams is well organized and possesses exceptional
planning skills. Because of these skills, he was selected to be a
member of the North County Jail Planning Team and the Jail Management
System Selection and Implementation Team. Both projects were
difficult and time intensive, yet he was able to serve with little impact to
his primary duties. This was partly due to his institution of a mentoring
program within the Classification Unit. The program not only helps the
Classification staff prepare for promotional opportunities, it has enabled
him to accept an increased workload created by staff vacancies within
Custody Operations. Even under the increased workload, Sergeant
McWilliams continues to maintain a positive outlook. His leadership and
guidance have elevated the performance of the Classification Unit to a
superior level.
For his dedication, expertise, and outstanding achievement, Custody Sergeant
Timothy McWilliams was awarded the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s
Office Distinguished Service Award.
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Distinguished Service Award
Legal Office Professional Julie Rotta has been a member
of the Sheriff’s Office since 1993. During the past
few years, the Civil Bureau has successfully gone
through reorganization and improved automation procedural
structure changes. The successes of these
changes were directly related to Ms. Rotta’s leadership,
motivation and critical thinking applications.
Ms. Rotta diligently worked with the County Auditor-
Julie Rotta
Controller, Treasurer, Sheriff’s Business Office and
Systems and Technology, in concert with our Sirron program vendor in
devising new and improved work methods in the area of automation. The
new automated processes will result in substantial savings in expenses
such as manpower, time and materials. During the support of the project,
Ms. Rotta acquired expertise with the workings of the Sirron program.
This allowed her to become bureau expert and provide technical
support for our users.
In addition, Ms. Rotta was selected to be a member for the California
State Sheriffs’ Association Civil Committee. She has gained a wide degree
of knowledge relating to civil law. Her networking throughout the
state has proved invaluable to our department. With her newly acquired
knowledge and skills, she was assigned to rewrite sections for the State
Civil Procedures Manual. This manual is used throughout the state as
the guideline on how to process legal procedures.
Ms. Rotta’s conscientious and tireless work ethic has earned her a reputation
as someone who will always get the job done in an exemplary manner.
She is a critical member of the Civil Bureau who has stepped up to
many diverse tasks and challenges beyond her job description. She is
committed to quality work, loyal to her co-workers and supervisors, and
extremely competent. Ms. Rotta is a valuable asset to the Civil Bureau,
the Administrative Services Division, and the Sheriff’s Office.
For her dedication, expertise and outstanding achievement, Ms. Julie
Rotta was awarded the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Distinguished
Service Award.
Exceptional Citizen Award
First responders, whether Sheriff or Fire Department
Personnel, are ready to render assistance 24 hours a
day as dedicated public servants, even during their
off duty time. Firefighter/Paramedic and Special Enforcement
Team Member Paul Christensen is a public
safety professional who did not hesitate to help
our deputies when he witnessed a fleeing and combative
suspect.
Paul Christensen On October 2, 2009 a “Be on the Lookout” call was
broadcast to deputies in the Santa Maria area for a vehicle on Highway
101, stating that a female driver was being battered by a male passenger.
Shortly afterwards deputies were advised that the California Highway
Patrol (CHP) was with the occupants of the vehicle at the Chevron Station
on Santa Maria Way. One of our deputies contacted the CHP officer and
determined that the suspect was in the gas station building.
The suspect was quickly identified, but was acting strangely and exhibited
signs of being under the influence of a controlled substance. Based
on his symptoms and statements, the deputy attempted to gain control
of him to search for weapons and make an arrest, but a struggle ensued.
As the suspect broke free, the deputy deployed his Taser, hitting the fleeing
suspect, but failing to stop him. Off-duty Firefighter/Paramedic Paul
Christensen was refueling his car when he heard the sound from the Taser
and saw a man being pursued by a deputy. Mr. Christensen immediately
ran towards the deputy to assist. During the struggle, he helped
deputies take the suspect, who continued to resist and fight, to the
ground. Mr. Christensen assisted until the deputies had the suspect in
handcuffs and placed him securely into the patrol car. During the struggle,
Mr. Christensen sustained abrasions to his left arm.
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For his selfless actions to provide assistance to deputies in apprehending
a fleeing, paranoid suspect, thereby reducing the chance of injury to
deputies and the suspect, Mr. Paul Christensen was awarded the Exceptional
Citizen Award.
Sheriff’s Unit Citation
The past year saw a sharp increase in the number of deaths within our
jurisdiction. While maintaining staffing at its current level, the Coroner’s
Bureau handled a 6% increase in the number of referrals and almost a
16% increase in the number of cases investigated. In 2009 there were
14 homicides and 60 suicides countywide, both of which appear to be
record numbers. There was also a 15% increase in the number of autopsies
performed and an 8% increase in the number of cases assigned to
each investigator. On average, the Coroner’s Bureau received 6.2 cases
per day during 2009.
The Coroner’s Bureau investigates deaths throughout the county, regardless
of jurisdiction. The entire Bureau must work as a well-organized
team to fulfill their role. In addition to the detectives assigned to investigate
the circumstances of a death, the Pathologist and the Administrative
Office Professional are an essential part of the team. The Pathologist
makes a final determination as to the cause of death in each one of the
investigations, while the Administrative Office Professional is responsible
for the smooth running of the Bureau and coordinating communications
with outside agencies and the public.
In February, 2009, the entire Coroner’s Bureau was forced to perform at
maximum capacity when they responded to a single vehicle accident in
which six young people were killed when the vehicle they were traveling
in crashed and burst into flames. As a result of the complex investigation,
it was determined that the majority of the victims were foreign nationals.
This required our personnel to coordinate with foreign embassies
and families from different countries. The Coroner’s Bureau was
able to work with all of the families in a dignified and professional manner,
which brought closure to their tragic losses in a short period of time.
The Coroner’s Bureau received several calls from the foreign embassies
and families thanking them for their professionalism in dealing with this
very tragic incident.
For their professionalism and teamwork during a very difficult year,
Sergeant Gregg Weitzman, Detective Jose Alvarez, Detective John Coyle,
Detective Matthew Fenske, Detective Richard Miller II, Doctor Robert Anthony
and Administrative Office Professional Diana Gallegos were
awarded the Sheriff’s Unit Citation.
Sgt. Weitzman
Det. Alvarez Det. Coyle Det. Fenske
Det. Miller
Dr. Robert Anthony
Diana Gallegos
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Employees of the Quarter
Civilian Employee of the First Quarter
Administrative Office Professional Elizabeth Rutherford
has recently gone above and beyond her normal
job duties. One day Ms. Rutherford was talking to a
Business Office employee about the Haines directories.
These are books used by law enforcement agencies
to look up addresses and contact information of
county residents. Ms. Rutherford was told that it was
up to each bureau to decide if they wanted to retain
Elizabeth Rutherford the directories. No one had ever considered this issue
or made a decision concerning the renewal or cancellation of the subscription.
Ms. Rutherford took it upon herself to contact every bureau to
inquire if they really needed the Haines books. She then explained that
the cost to each bureau was $262.76 per book yearly. Within two weeks
the decision was made by all the involved parties to cancel the Haines
directories. The Sheriff’s Office had subscribed to 25 of these books on
an annual basis. The resulting cost savings totaled $6569.
On another occasion, Ms. Rutherford was asked to investigate various
charges on the department’s pager monthly billing sheet. She researched
those charges and reported back with her findings. Ms. Rutherford
was informed that we had 3 pagers that were being charged for but
currently not in use. She then discussed the situation with Commander
Gross to obtain his feedback. Commander Gross made the decision to
send the pagers back to the company.
The total cost savings from the Haines directories and the return of the
pagers for this quarter is $8009. These substantial savings resulted because
one person decided to go the extra mile in the performance of her
duties. Ms. Elizabeth Rutherford is commended for her conscientious
attention to detail and her resolve to examine spending practices.
Custody Deputy of the First Quarter
On Sunday, February 8, 2009, while completing a
safety check at the Santa Maria Jail facility, Custody
Deputy Juan Duarte observed a lone female inmate
in a cell where she had fashioned a noose out of a
jail-issued sheet. She had reached the point where
the noose was attached to the television mounting
bracket. Custody Deputy Duarte entered the cell and
quickly dismantled the noose. Upon interviewing the
C Dep. Duarte inmate, Custody Deputy Duarte learned that her
brother had recently passed away, and with no remaining family, she felt
despondent and alone. Fearing for her safety, Custody Deputy Duarte
took immediate action to place her in a safety cell. Additionally, he followed
up by contacting Mental Health Services at the Santa Barbara
Main Jail to ensure that the inmate would receive proper mental health
assistance upon her arrival there.
The following week, Custody Deputy Duarte was returning to the Santa
Maria Jail facility from a late night transport to the Main Jail. While travelling
in hazardous conditions due to heavy rain on northbound U.S. 101
near the Noquoi Grade, Custody Deputy Duarte observed a vehicle in the
southbound lane spin out of control and slam into the center divider. He
immediately radioed Dispatch his location and the circumstances of the
accident. As he was checking the welfare of the young male driver, Custody
Deputy Duarte observed that, although the driver did not seem to be
injured he did appear to be under the influence. Custody Deputy Duarte
detained the driver until the California Highway Patrol arrived. The driver
was subsequently arrested for Driving under the Influence and a local
traffic warrant.
Custody Deputy Juan Duarte is commended for his quick actions that ulti-
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mately saved the life of a distressed female inmate, and for preventing
an impaired driver from leaving the scene of an accident and possibly
causing injury to others.
Deputies of the First Quarter
Sgt. Thielst
Throughout the years there has been substantial media
attention focused on the Cold Springs Bridge and the
proclivity for jumpers from this historic land mark. Recently,
Sergeant Brian Thielst and Deputy Javier Perez
were successful in their efforts to save a life at this location.
On January 30, 2009, the department received
a call of a pedestrian on the bridge. As these two deputies
responded, the information was updated to that of
a subject hanging over the edge. When Deputy Perez
arrived, he saw the subject clinging to a guard rail
support from the north edge of the bridge. The subject
was holding on to the rail support and standing on
a shallow ledge outside the guard rail. If the subject
had lost his grip or slipped, he would have instantly
fallen to his death.
Sergeant Thielst and Deputy Perez engaged the subject
in conversation. They eventually established a
Dep. Perez
rapport with the distraught male and were able to determine
his source of anxiety and despair. Sergeant Thielst and Deputy
Perez were able to successfully talk the subject back onto the safety of
the bridge. They learned man was despondent over financial issues and
had no local family support. He was ultimately released to Cottage Hospital
and C.A.R.E.S. (Crisis and Recovery Emergency Services) for further
evaluation. Sergeant Thielst also made arrangements for follow-up care
after his release from Cottage Hospital.
The brave and determined actions of Sergeant Brian Thielst and Deputy
Javier Perez resulted in saving this man’s life. He is alive and coping with
his problems, which he once perceived as insurmountable, because of
their professional response.
Civilian of the Second Quarter
On May 21, 2009, a citizen unknowingly lost his wallet
on the streets of Santa Barbara. This gentleman
apparently placed his wallet on the hood of his car at
the Municipal Golf Course and then forgot it and
drove off. Sometime later that day, Sheriff’s Custodian
Javier Hernandez spotted a wallet in the street in
the vicinity of State Street and Las Positas Road. Mr.
Hernandez made a point of stopping and retrieving
Javier Hernandez the wallet. Inside he found several credit cards, personal
identification and cash in excess of $200. Mr. Hernandez took the
effort to research the owner of the wallet using the identification and the
Internet to locate a contact number for him. After a brief telephone conversation
with the gentleman, Mr. Hernandez returned the wallet that
afternoon.
The owner of the wallet called the Sheriff’s Office and praised the ethics
and integrity of Mr. Javier Hernandez. In his words, “This reinforces my
faith that there are decent human beings out there.” He was obviously
touched by the honesty of a member of our Department.
The actions of Mr. Hernandez are a positive reflection on him and the
Department. We are proud of his integrity and view him as an asset to
the community. Mr. Javier Hernandez is certainly a credit to the Financial
Services Division and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office
Custody Deputy of Second Quarter
C Dep. Smith
In November 2008, Custody Deputy Kimberly Smith was
transferred to a new position as Administrative Custody
Deputy. Kim Smith has excelled in this position. In addition
to handling her routine duties, which include coordination
of professional visits, parole violation hearings
and maintaining statistical data, Custody Deputy Smith
keeps a vigilant eye on everyone who enters the lobby.
She pays attention to small details, always keeping jail
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security foremost in her mind. Because of Custody Deputy Smith’s extensive
knowledge in Custody Operations, she is able to clearly communicate
with visitors the best time to schedule their visits so as to avoid potential
delays with routine jail events. Should a delay in the visit occur,
she will patiently explain to the visitor the reason for the delay and if possible,
an estimated length of the wait time. Since Custody Deputy Smith
assumed the duties of Administrative Custody Deputy, the Sheriff’s Department
has received numerous compliments from department staff,
the public and professional visitors who express appreciation for her assistance
and professionalism.
Although assigned to administrative duties, Custody Deputy Smith continues
to assist wherever needed and always goes the “extra-mile” to help
others. On May 6, 2009, the Jesusita Fire began raging through Santa
Barbara County. Custody Deputy Smith had completed her shift and was
heading towards her home when she realized the magnitude of the fire
and the impact to the Sheriff’s Department. She returned to the jail and
volunteered to assist in any way possible. Her willingness to return to
work and assume a post enabled others to be assigned to assist with
evacuations.
Custody Deputy Kimberly Smith possesses keen observation skills which,
coupled with her investigative experience gained from her years in the
Classification Unit, have helped in providing pertinent information to assist
in criminal investigations. Her professional appearance and demeanor
positively represent not only Custody Operations, but the Sheriff's
Department as a whole.
Deputies of the Second Quarter
Sr. Dep. Messmore
Dep. Maupin
On April 27, 2009, deputies responded
to a call of a suicidal
female at a local college. Deputy
David Maupin made contact with
the school and learned that she
had left the campus. She was
upset over being suspended from
school. She texted her friends
saying she was going to jump from a bridge.
The area of the Cold Spring Bridge was checked, but the student was not
located. A friend received a text message indicating East Camino Cielo
may be her new destination. Due to the vast area, an air unit was requested
to assist in the search. Deputy Maupin gathered pertinent information
at the campus and from family and friends, forwarding it to Senior
Deputy Chip Messmore.
Senior Deputy Messmore began a methodical search on East Camino
Cielo and located the student’s vehicle east of Gibraltar Road. The student
was in the driver’s seat in a reclined position. She had a plastic bag
over her head that he quickly removed. Her vital signs were faint and she
was unresponsive to his attempts to wake her. Senior Deputy Messmore
immediately requested medical assistance. He noticed anti-freeze and
power steering fluid on the passenger side floor and broadcasted this
information to responding paramedics in case of poisoning. Paramedics
quickly arrived on scene due to Senior Deputy Messmore’s precise directions
in this very remote location. They stabilized the student and transported
her to Cottage Hospital for treatment.
Deputy Maupin assisted family members at the school with retrieving
their car. He provided the family with resource information. He advised
them that their daughter was being transported to Cottage Hospital.
They were grateful for Deputy Maupin’s and Deputy Messmore’s help
during this traumatic ordeal.
Without the coordinated efforts of Deputy David Maupin and Senior Deputy
Chip Messmore, a twenty year old college student would have perished
by her own hand. Quick thinking and a rapid response during a life
threatening situation saved a family from despair and the loss of a loved
one. Their heroic actions are in keeping with the highest standards of
the Sheriff’s Department and the law enforcement profession.
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Civilian of the Third Quarter
Maria Antonia
Durbiano
Maria Antonia Durbiano is currently assigned as the Alcohol
and Drug Counselor II at the Sheriff's Treatment Program.
She consistently displays a high level of commitment
towards her work. Her involvement in the program
exceeds the job requirements described for this position.
Recently Ms. Durbiano has facilitated a bilingual group
for the Hispanic members of the Sheriff’s Treatment Program
on Relapse Prevention. This group began during
the third quarter and has an average participation of
twenty-five Hispanic inmates. She also helps those inmates by translating
their assignments and the applications they complete as a part of
their recovery from addiction. Ms. Durbiano’s involvement with the group
is in addition to her normal duties, as is the translation services she provides
Ms. Durbiano has also been working to translate all of the Sheriff’s Treatment
Program material into Spanish so these inmates can understand
everything they have in front of them. This insures that they comprehend
the information pertinent to their success in the program.
Another example of Ms. Durbiano’s commitment is her participation in
the National Recovery Month Committee during the last two years. She
has assisted with the gathering of all donations for prizes that are given
away at the annual Sheriff’s Treatment Program barbeque in conjunction
with National Recovery Month. This entails countless hours of her personal
time to solicit donated prizes and then wrap them for presentation
at the raffle.
Ms. Durbiano maintains her caseload of fifteen clients and her four regular
Relapse Prevention Groups each week, in addition to the extra duties
she has taken on for the program. She is selfless in her efforts to further
the program’s success. Ms. Maria Antonia Durbiano is an asset to Sheriff’s
Treatment Program as a caring and compassionate counselor and
mentor.
Custody Deputy of the Third Quarter
On August 17, 2009, Custody Deputy Florice Soto was
moving two inmates in the East Module Corridor. The
two inmates were classified as protective custody. During
this time, a group of general population inmates was
being escorted from the Inmate Reception Center to
their housing units. As a safety precaution, this group of
inmates had been told by the escorting deputy to remain
at the end of the hallway.
C Dep. Soto
As Deputy Soto turned towards the end of the hallway, she saw an inmate
break away from the group and begin charging towards the protective
custody inmates. Believing this inmate intended to assault one of
the protective custody inmates, she pushed them out of the way of the
charging inmate. Standing at 5 feet 2 ½ inches, Deputy Soto positioned
herself between the assailant and his intended target. As the assailant,
a six foot tall, 190 pound man, closed the distance, Deputy Soto tackled
him. The force of the impact threw her into the door jamb. However, she
was able to grab him tightly around his torso and arms. He attempted to
escape her grasp and during the struggle she was thrown against several
walls before she was able to eventually lift him off his feet and wrestle
him to the floor.
The assailant is an admitted gang member, on a parole hold, with a history
of violent offenses. He was being returned to state prison and had
no known motive for his attack. Deputy Soto skillfully gained and maintained
control of him, without injuring him and receiving only minor injuries
herself. Her quick thinking and courageous actions prevented the
attack of one inmate upon another. Custody Deputy Florice Soto is commended
for her skillful defensive tactics that led to a successful resolution
to a potentially dangerous situation.
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Deputy of the Third Quarter
Dep. Nelson
On September 21, 2009, five males drove to a residence
in Orcutt, seeking revenge for an earlier vandalism,
which had occurred in Santa Maria. During a
confrontation with the resident in Orcutt, one of the
five men was armed with a baseball bat. A struggle
ensued and, as the resident appeared to gain the upper
hand, one of the other men fired a round at the
resident, nearly missing his head and striking the resident’s
car. The five suspects then fled the area.
Deputy Chris Nelson was the lead patrol investigator at the scene. He
made contact with the victim and was able to solicit information identifying
a residence for the possible suspects. He conducted a thorough forensics
crime scene investigation, collecting evidence and identifying the
type of firearm used.
Deputy Nelson relayed the suspect information to responding deputies
and the Santa Maria Police Department. Within a few hours, the batwielding
suspect was taken into custody. Deputy Nelson conducted an
in-depth interview of the suspect.
The following night additional suspects and witnesses contacted Deputy
Nelson. His subsequent interviews led to the arrests of the shooting suspect
and one of the other five men in the vehicle, along with a lead to the
fifth outstanding suspect.
Based upon Deputy Nelson’s thorough investigation and interviews, detectives
were able to obtain search warrants leading to the recovery of
the rifle used in the shooting. The shooting suspect was tied to additional
crimes and gang affiliations out of the Los Angeles area. Deputy
Chris Nelson is commended for his diligence and outstanding police
work.
Civilians of the Fourth Quarter
Sarah Allison
Marla Arnoldi
On an average day, the Human Resources Bureau
receives over 100 phone calls and approximately 20
walk-ins. Administrative Office Professionals Sarah
Allison, Marla Arnoldi and Carmina Estrada handle
the majority of the questions and are consistently
available to assist each employee.
Ms. Allison, Mrs. Arnoldi and Ms. Estrada have the
task of ensuring that all Sheriff’s Office timecards are
completed each pay period. They handle the department
Workers’ Compensation paperwork, Family
Medical Leave Act issues, personnel record keeping
and tracking of Employee Performance Evaluations.
In addition to their regular duties, they selflessly took
on additional jobs. Among these tasks were the processing
of Retirement Incentive Program paperwork,
the development of an Employee Manual and the coordination
of the new insurance Open Enrollment.
During the past year and into the current one, there
has been a significant increase in the number of retirements,
due in part to the Retirement Incentive
Program offered by the County. Despite the added
workload, every form was properly documented and
filed in a timely manner. The latest Open Enrollment
period for medical insurance was a particular challenge
this year. Moving to a new insurance carrier
Carmina Estrada
brought with it a myriad of issues. Throughout this transition, these Administrative
Office Professionals helped to ensure that each employee
was updated on the insurance changes. They remained positive and professional,
which made the transition a smooth one.
These ladies have received numerous thank-you emails and other commendations
for their help, knowledge and understanding. The letters
document their unrelenting sense of duty and sincere desire to provide
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quality service. Ms. Sarah Allison, Mrs. Marla Arnoldi and Ms. Carmina
Estrada are excellent examples of professionals who deeply care about
the employees of this agency. They bring credit upon the Human Resources
Bureau and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.
Custody Deputies of the Fourth Quarter
C. Dep. Callahan
C. Dep. Sullivan
In the middle of October, Special Duty Custody Deputies
Kenneth Callahan, Ryan Sullivan and Richard
Zepf received information that two metal edged weapons,
commonly referred to as shanks, would be somehow
smuggled into the jail. Further investigation revealed
that the weapons were to be used on a custody
deputy. Working in concert with one another, the
Special Duty Custody Deputies diligently combined
their resources to ascertain when and how the weapons
would be brought into the jail building. Their extensive
investigation led to the identification of a suspect
to whom the weapons were to be delivered and
how the weapons were to be introduced into the jail.
Due to the nature of the concealment the weapons
would be difficult to discover with any search. The
three deputies discovered the mode of delivery of the
weapons through the jail until reaching their final destination.
The weapons were detected before they
could be used on anyone. The shanks were made
specifically to be utilized as a stabbing instrument.
Because of their unrelenting investigative efforts, a
potential tragedy was averted from occurring to staff
and/or prisoners. Special Duty Custody Deputies Kenneth
Callahan, Ryan Sullivan and Richard Zepf are
commended for their resourcefulness, determination
C. Dep. Zepf and concern for the safety of others. Their actions
represent the Guiding Principle of Courage by protecting the staff and
inmates from potential harm and the Guiding Principle of Service by performing
their duties with professional excellence.
Deputy of the Fourth Quarter
On December 7 th , deputies received a call from a man
stating that his 34 year old daughter ingested a bottle of
pills and was currently drinking alcohol in an attempt to
end her life. The only information provided was that she
was sitting in her car somewhere in Carpinteria and that
she didn’t want anyone to locate her.
The father knew his daughter drove a small white Ford
Dep. Johnson sedan. The vehicle had stickers on the window and a
broken gas cap. In addition, he stated she was staying
with a couple in an upstairs apartment, but did not know the names of
the couple or the complex and was unable to provide any further information.
While searching for the suicidal subject, Deputy Wayne Johnson attempted
to contact her via telephone. He called her cell phone approximately
fifteen times. She did answer one time, but was unable to speak
clearly. The suicidal female hung up the phone and did not answer
again.
After multiple deputies searched Carpinteria for nearly 50 minutes, Deputy
Johnson observed a vehicle matching the description given by the
anxious father parked in a lot on Carpinteria Avenue. He approached the
vehicle and observed a female sitting in the front seat. She was breathing
heavily, had a pulse, but was unresponsive to touch or sound. Deputy
Johnson observed several empty pill bottles lying on the passenger seat
next to her. He advised Dispatch of his current location and requested a
medical response. Shortly afterwards, fire and medics arrived on scene
and the unconscious female was transported to the hospital via ambulance.
Deputy Wayne Johnson’s persistence and quick thinking resulted in saving
the life of a woman who would have perished if not located quickly.
His actions exemplify the Guiding Principles of this agency and demonstrate
professionalism and dedication to the community he has chosen
to serve and protect.
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Retirements
Name Rank Service Years
Abel Jr, Conn L Sheriff’s Sergeant 34
Bisquera, Anita Cook Sheriff’s Institutions 32
Cleaves, Stephen M Sheriffs Sergeant 28.6
Dacus, Michael Douglas Custody Deputy 21.1
Gadberry, Margaret L Administrative Office Professional II 11.4
Gerhart, Charles Wayne Sheriff’s Commander 24.2
Greene, Kathryn Communications Dispatch Sup 39.1
Haberkorn, Barbara Jean Accountant III 20.2
Hess, Lawrence Louis Sheriff’s Deputy S/Duty 31.2
Kitzmann, Gary A Sheriff’s Lieutenant 30.3
Koeller, Karl R Sheriff’s Deputy 31.1
Lavoie, David Allen Custody Deputy 13.8
Mathews, Thomas B Sheriff’s Deputy 31.1
McKinny, Thomas M Sheriff’s Lieutenant 27.1
Panel, David Francis Custody Deputy S/Duty 21.7
Selander, Kathleen P Custody Lieutenant 29.7
Severin, Denise J Custody Deputy S/Duty 25.1
Shemwell, Kenneth Ray Undersheriff 31.6
Sutcliffe, Timothy L Sheriff’s Deputy S/Duty 20.2
Promotions
Name Promoted To
Ames, Sonia
Dispatch Supervisor
Bondietti, Lisa
Custody Lieutenant
Lammer, Shawn Custody Sergeant
Meter, James
Custody Lieutenant
Moore, Kelly
Sheriff’s Lieutenant
Patterson, Donald Chief Deputy
Poquette, Dustin Sheriff’s Sergeant
Soto, Richard
Sheriff’s Sergeant
Stetson, Diana Custody Commander
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Employee Unions
Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
Formed in 1971, the Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs' Association
(SBCDSA) represents more than 480 dedicated and professional members
of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office and the District Attorney's
Office. The SBCDSA serves to advance the interests of the professional
men and women of the Association as well as the community
through legislative and legal advocacy, political action, and education.
Santa Barbara County Deputy Sheriffs' Association 2009 Honorees
Deputy Supervisor of the Year - Sergeant Ross Ruth
Deputy of the Year - Sheriff Deputy Jarret Morris
Deputy Rookie of the Year - Sheriff Deputy Mark Suarez
Custody Supervisor of the Year - Custody Sergeant Shawn Lammer
Custody Deputy of the Year – Custody Deputy Bobby Williamson
Custody Deputy Rookie of the Year - Custody Deputy Josh Lake
Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Managers Association
The Santa Barbara Sheriff's Managers Association, developed in 1995,
represents its members in matters related to conditions of their employment
including, but not limited to, wages, hours, benefits, rights, grievances
and working conditions. Membership in the Association is open to
all sworn Sheriff's management employees.
Service Employees International Union Local 620
Local 620 of the Service Employees International
Union (SEIU) represents over 200 civilian employees
in the Sheriff’s Office and is the largest county
labor organization representing over 2,000 Santa
Barbara County employees. Local 620 employs
professional staff and trained county employees
(stewards) in order to provide their members with work-related legal assistance,
contract negotiations, representation on disciplinary appeals,
and opportunities for focused political involvement.
Investigator of the Year - Detective Mike Scherbarth
Dispatcher of the Year – Dispatch Supervisor Sonya Ames
Civilian Employee of the Year:
District Attorney’s Office – Investigative Assistant Maria Chavez
Investigator of the Year:
District Attorney’s Office – D.A. Investigator Paul Kimes
Association Appreciation Award – Vice President of PORAC, Senior Deputy
Mike Durant
Deputy Sheriffs’ Association
presents a $5,000.00 check to
Santa Barbara County Special Olympics
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Santa Maria
Court Services, Civil Bureau
312 E Cook St #O
North County Operations
New Cuyama Station
215 Newsome St
North County Operations
Santa Maria Station
Santa Maria Branch Jail
812-A W Foster Rd
North County Operations
Lompoc Station
3500 Harris Grade Rd
North County Operations
Santa Ynez Valley Station
1745 Mission Dr
Lompoc
Court Services, Civil Bureau
401 E Cypress St, Suite 105
North County Operations
Buellton Station
140 W Hwy 246
Santa Barbara County
Sheriff’s Office Headquarters
Goleta Valley Patrol Bureau
4434 Calle Real
Custody Administration
Santa Barbara Main Jail
4436 Calle Real
Santa Barbara
Court Services, Civil Bureau
1105 Santa Barbara St
South County Operations
Goleta Storefront
7042 Marketplace Dr
South County Operations
Coastal Bureau Station
5775 Carpinteria Ave
South County Operations
Isla Vista Foot Patrol
6504 Trigo Rd
Coroner’s Bureau
66 S San Antonio Rd
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Service Locations
Sheriff’s Office Headquarters
4434 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 681-4100
Santa Barbara Main Jail
4436 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 681-4260
Substations
Buellton Sheriff’s Station
140 W. Highway 246
Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 686-8150
Coastal Bureau Sheriff’s Station
5775 Carpinteria Ave.
Carpinteria, CA 93013
(805) 684-4561
Goleta Storefront
Camino Real Marketplace
7042 Marketplace Dr.
Goleta, CA 93110
(805) 571-1540
In Case of Emergency Dial 9-1-1
Non-Emergency Dispatch (805) 683-2724
Goleta Valley Patrol Bureau
4434 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 681-4100
Isla Vista Foot Patrol
6504 Trigo Rd.
Isla Vista, CA 93117
(805) 681-4179
Lompoc Sheriff’s Station
3500 Harris Grade Rd.
Lompoc, CA 93436
(805) 737-7737
New Cuyama Sheriff’s Station
215 Newsome St.
New Cuyama, CA 93254
(661) 766-2310
Santa Maria Sheriff’s Station
812-A W. Foster Rd.
Santa Maria, CA 93455
(805) 934-6150
Santa Ynez Valley Sheriff’s Station
1745 Mission Dr.
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 686-5000
Civil Bureau
Santa Barbara Civil Bureau
1105 Santa Barbara St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 568-2900
Lompoc Civil Bureau
401 E. Cypress, Suite 105
Lompoc, CA 93436
(805) 737-7710
Santa Maria Civil Bureau
312 E. Cook St #0
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 346-7430
Coroner’s Bureau
66 S. San Antonio Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 681-4145
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Sheriff’s Office
Santa Barbara County
P.O. Box 6427
4434 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93160-6427
805-681-4100
www.sbsheriff.org