HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Safety Committee 2004-01-22RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, January 22, 2004
Minutes of a Regular meeting of the PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE of
the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held in the
Municipal Building in said Town of Estes Park on the 22' day of
January, 2004.
Committee: Chairman Gillette, Trustees Jeffrey -Clark and Newsom
Attending: Trustee Jeffrey -Clark
Also Attending: Town Administrator Widmer, Police Chief Richardson, Fire
Chief Dorman, Police Commander van Deutekom,
Construction Mgr. Sievers, and Deputy Clerk van Deutekom
Absent: Chairman Gillette and Trustee Newsom
Trustee Jeffrey -Clark called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Estes Valley Victim Advocates (EVVA) Contract for Services — Approval Request.
Each year the Estes Valley Victim Advocates receive funding from the Town for
services rendered to crime victims who are residents of the Town. Police staff and
Town Attorney White have reviewed the contract and present no changes. The 2004
Budget includes $5,000 for these services. The Committee recommends approval of
the 2004 Estes Valley Victim Advocates contract in the amount of $5,000 as
presented.
Audible Crosswalk Indicators (Chirper) Replacement — Approval Request. In late
2003, eight audible crosswalk indicators (chirpers) were taken from the intersections of
Moraine/Elkhorn and Riverside/Elkhorn by unknown criminal suspects. These audible
indicators were installed to assist with the traffic management of downtown pedestrians
during the visitor season. The Public Works and Police Departments initiated this traffic
management project in 2003 and will share equally in the cost to replace the audible
indicators, at a cost of $5,000.
Construction Mgr. Sievers noted that the volume and time of day use for the chirpers
can be adjusted. He will also research mounting the units higher on the poles to
discourage future vandalism.
Concluding all discussion, the Committee recommends replacement of the eight
audible crosswalk indicators at a cost of $5,000, as outlined above. Replacement
of these indicators is expected by May 2004.
Addition of One Full Time Employee (FTE) — Approval Request. Over the past few
years, the Department has consistently experienced staffing turnover within the patrol
unit that creates challenges to achieve service levels within patrol, specifically for
community wide policing initiatives and officer management of the downtown area
during the visitor season. To enhance the service levels with additional staff continues
to be a cost prohibitive proposition. Recent events within the department have created
an opportunity to reassess the possibility of increasing patrol staff levels.
There are two determining components to identify the adequate number of staff required
for patrol: shift relief factors and calls for service. Shift relief factors have presented the
greatest challenges for the Dept. (i.e., coverage for training, vacation, sick time, etc.).
Chief Richardson presented a revised Organizational Chart and explained that staff
initiated a reorganization of the Dept. following two recent resignations and one
retirement. This reorganization involves eliminating one Police Commander position
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and one Dispatcher position. These changes allow the Department to increase staffing
levels within the patrol unit by two positions. In addition, staff identified additional cost
savings within the personnel budget by reducing two positions from the CSO Program.
By adopting the staffing changes outlined above, the Department will realize a total
savings of $37,715.10 and increase staffing from 28.5 FTEs to 29.5 FTEs.
The Committee recommends increasing the Police Department to 29.5 full time
employees and reducing two positions from the CSO Program, as presented. The
additional full time employee will be hired in December 2004 and the CSO Program
reduction would take place in 2005.
Reports
NIBRS 4th Quarter and End of 2003 Year Reports. The Committee reviewed said
reports. Areas discussed include domestic violence cases, youth alcohol statistics, and
treatment/counseling options.
Citizen Commendations. Chief Richardson presented commendations to Eric Calkins,
Dan Fitzpatrick, and Justin Garrett for their assistance in capturing a burglary suspect.
Subsequently 11-14 1st degree criminal trespass cases in Stanley Village were solved
as a result of their efforts.
Estes Valley Victim Advocates Annual Report. Mary Mesropian/Estes Valley Victim
Advocates presented the 2003 Yearly Report and briefed the Committee on 2004
training events and advocacy opportunities.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Wildland Fire Truck Purchase — Approval Request. Chief Dorman reported that two
trucks are currently used for wildland firefighting: Engine 5, 1976 mini pumper, and
Brush 9, a 1964 Kaiser Jeep that is leased from the Colorado State Forest Service. In
2003, the Department submitted a grant to FEMA under the Assistance to Firefighters
Grant Program to purchase a new wildland fire truck. This was a 90/10 matching grant,
with 90% Federal funding. On December 15, 2003, the Department was awarded a
$112,500 federal grant. With the 10% fire department match of $12,500, there is
$125,000 available for the purchase of a new wildland fire truck. The Department has
the required funds for the 10% grant match.
Staff submitted the truck specifications to American LaFrance and Pierce Fire
Equipment. American LaFrance has a truck that meets the grant requirements
available for delivery in 8-10 weeks. Pierce Fire Equipment is expected to submit a
proposal this week. Fleet Mgr. Mahany and Chief Dorman will review both proposals
and determine the appropriate vehicle for purchase. Staff is requesting approval to
purchase a wildland fire truck to be delivered by May 31, 2004.
The Committee recommends approval for the purchase of a wildland fire truck
that meets grant requirements, not to exceed the $125,000 purchase price to be
delivered as outlined above.
Reports.
2003 Year End Report. Chief Dorman presented the year-end report. 2004 Officers
are as follows: Daryl McCown/1st Asst. Chief, Robert Hirning/2"d Asst. Chief, Will
Birchfield/Secretary, and Jon LandkamerlTreasurer. Areas discussed include financial
statements, training, and types of calls.
Slash Disposal Program. A total of 800-1,000 cubic yards of fire -mitigating material
was collected and processed. Chief Dorman expressed appreciation to Tony
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Simons/Larimer County Wildland Safety Specialist, Mike Babler/Colorado State Forest
Service, Dan Speedlin/Town of Estes Park, and the Estes Park Volunteer Fire
Department for their efforts. Larimer County and the Colorado State Forest Service are
working with the Town of Nederland to send the material to Nederland to heat their
school.
There being no further business, Trustee Jeffrey -Clark adjourned the meeting at 8:17
a.m.
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Rebecca van Deutekom, CMC, Deputy Town Clerk