BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The independent assessment was conducted by the Social Policy Institute at San Diego State University. After the high-profile death of 8-year-old Genesis Mata — whom authorities say was killed by her father and stepmother — Kern County ordered a sweeping review of its Child Welfare Services department. Tuesday morning, the Kern County Board of Supervisors met publicly to discuss the findings of that assessment. The report was conducted by an independent third party, the Social Policy Institute at San Diego State University. Lori Clarke, co-director of the Social Policy Institute, said making improvements begins after the assessment process is complete.