Alameda and Contra Costa counties are inviting East Bay residents to serve on the 2025-2026 Civil Grand Juries, which consist of 19 citizens tasked with monitoring local government. These juries investigate issues like funding allocation, transparency, jail conditions, and misconduct. A recent investigation revealed persistent ethical concerns in Alameda County, including a lack of an ethics policy. Additionally, both counties have addressed the inadequacy of emergency alert systems and potential violations of open meeting laws. Applications for jurors in Alameda County are due on April 15, emphasizing community involvement in governance oversight.
Alameda and Contra Costa counties are calling for civic-minded residents to join Civil Grand Juries, which oversee local government and investigate ethical concerns.
The Civil Grand Juries ensure transparency in local government, addressing issues like funding distribution, jail conditions, and misconduct among officials.
In 2023, Alameda County’s Civil Grand Jury found alarming ethical issues that persisted for years, highlighting the absence of a whistleblower policy.
An investigation revealed that the emergency warning system in Contra Costa County could fail to alert a significant portion of residents during disasters.
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