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13 | On 2/9/26, at 2:36 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Matthew Sapien, conducted an unannounced inspection to the abovementioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH) in order to investigate the above allegation. LPA met with Martha "Kathy" Gutierrez, Licensee of the FCCH, and explained the nature and purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Licensee, toured the FCCH. At the time of the inspection, LPA notes 3 napping children present, 2 of whom were infants, along with the Licensee's adult daughter and mother (cleared and associated).
The complaint investigation was initiated on 1/14/26 by LPA Matthew Sapien. As noted, the complaint alleges that the Licensee was operating over capacity. Based on record review, observations, interviews conducted with the Licensee, and parents who have children enrolled at the facility, the preponderance of evidence standard has not been met, therefore the above allegation is being found UNSUBSTANTIATED.
An exit interview was conducted with Facility Representative, Martha "Kathy" Gutierrez. Facility Representative was provided with Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) and a Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213). Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 days or a civil penalty of $100 may apply. |