Complaint·March 20, 2025

Interviews and observations confirmed that nine playground gates were temporarily zip-tied due to renovations and repairs. While some interviews indicated the gates had been secured for weeks, others stated it was only for a short period, with work scheduled for the long holiday weekend of February 14th. LPA could not verify the exact duration the gates were secured. Evidence from late January showed multiple gates zip-tied or tied shut with string, two gates chain locked, and one gate left open with no children present on the playground. A review of records and an interview with the licensee confirmed that CCC did not submit an Unusual Incident Report (UIR) to Community Care Licensing (CCL) regarding these repairs. Additionally, no alternative disaster plan outlining an evacuation route was submitted to CCL before the repairs began. The licensee stated that in the event of an evacuation, staff would forcibly open the gates, use scissors, or utilize an alternative route such as the main entrance. CCC has a total capacity of 320 children across three components, with approximately forty-five staff. CCL did not approve a contingency plan to rely on two exit routes while nine gates were under repair. Based on interviews, observations, and a record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Theref ore, the allegation is **substantiated**. A violation of California Code of Regulations Title 22, Division 101174(b)(2)(b) Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Angel Anton. LPA provided a copy of this report, along with appeal rights and a Notice of Site Visit (NOS). The licensee acknowledged that the NOS must remain posted in a prominent location for 30 consecutive days, visible to families and caregivers.