GOALS & OBJECTIVES

The Transition Committee developed the following goals for the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office to work towards over the next six years.  Each goal was developed based on the objectives determined by the respective working group and feedback received during the community engagement process. These goals are reflective of Sheriff Sanchez’s vision and takes into consideration the

Alameda County Vision 2026 10x Goals.

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Build trust and foster positive relationships with community members by increasing transparency, enhancing communication, and collaborating on community-based initiatives.

Crime Free County: Implement robust criminal justice strategies that lead to a crime free county through responsive and innovative community engagement while providing effective support for victims and reentry populations.

 

Transform agency culture to embrace community-oriented policing principles, prioritize community feedback, and actively collaborate with community members to co-create programs and initiatives that address their needs and priorities.

Crime Free County: Community Safety: Goal 1. Provide Equitable and effective crime reduction strategies.

 

Establish a comprehensive accountability framework that ensures transparency, fairness, and integrity in all agency operations to address systemic issues within the justice system and build confidence within the community.

Crime Free County: Implement robust criminal justice strategies that lead to a crime free county through responsive and innovative community engagement while providing effective support for victims and reentry populations.

 

Establish a comprehensive recruitment strategy that prioritizes hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, with an emphasis on underrepresented communities, to ensure our agency reflects the communities we serve.

Employment For All: Expand Opportunity: Goal 2. Create meaningful employment opportunities for the hard to employ.

 

Create a comprehensive rehabilitation program that provides resources and support for incarcerated individuals and their families to reduce recidivism rates, promote successful re-entry into society, and address the underlying social issues that can lead to criminal behavior.

Crime Free County: Reentry Support: Goal 3. Provide the reentry community with the opportunities to become contributing and productive members of the society.

 

Develop a holistic approach to corrections that prioritizes preventive measures, promotes mental and physical well-being, and ensures the humane treatment of all individuals in custody.

Crime Free County: Criminal Justice Strategies: Goal 4. Reduce reliance on incarceration through the development of evidenced-based community justice alternatives.

 

Implement a comprehensive wellness program aimed at promoting mental and physical health for all agency personnel.

Employment For All: Goal 1. Be a great place to work with a commitment to meeting the changing needs and interests of employees and the County.

 

Foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, with a focus on professional development, mentorship, and equitable career advancement opportunities for agency personnel.

Employment For All: Model Excellence: Goal 1. Be a great place to work with a commitment to meeting the changing needs and interests of employees and the County.

 

Implement an agency-wide training program focused on cultural competency, implicit bias, and sensitivity toward marginalized groups to create a more equitable and just law enforcement system.

Crime Free County: Implement robust criminal justice strategies that lead to a crime free county through responsive and innovative community engagement while providing effective support for victims and reentry populations.

 

Create an agency-wide training structure emphasizing de-escalation techniques, mental health awareness, and crisis intervention skills.

Eliminate Poverty and Hunger: Vulnerable Populations: Goal 2. Enhance the safety, well-being, and resiliency of vulnerable populations.