HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Safety Committee 2003-02-26RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
✓Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, February 26, 2003
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 26th day of
February, 2003.
Committee: Chairman Gillette, Trustees Jeffrey -Clark and Newsom
Attending: All
Also Attending: Town Administrator Widmer, Police Chief Richardson, Fire
Chief Dorman, Police Operations Commander Filsinger,
Support Service Manager Bartram, and Deputy Clerk van
Deutekom
Absent: None
Chairman Gillette called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Municipal Court — Annual Report: Municipal Court Judge Brown presented the
Annual Municipal Court Report for 2002. A total of 620 cases were heard by the Court
resulting in fines of $29,453 compared to 583 cases and $27,674 in 2001. Parking fines
processed during 2002 totaled $3,578, compared to $405 in 2001. Other areas
discussed include community education programs, parking issues, and the Court's use
of interpreters. Town Administrator Widmer expressed appreciation for the Court's
assistance with a long-standing case involving an illegal building permit. The Court was
instrumental in achieving compliance and resolving the dispute.
Dispatch Commendation. Dispatcher Cicciarella received a commendation for a
life-saving incident stemming from a non -emergent call to the Dispatch Center.
Restorative Justice Review. Amanda Lee/Restorative Justice Executive Director
briefed the Committee on the program. Items discussed include program funding and
support, volunteers, current cases, and scheduled conferences.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
EPVFD Constitution and Bylaws and Standard Operation Procedures — Review.
Chief Dorman reported that, since incorporation, the Dept. has been operating under its
own Constitution and Bylaws that outline the administration, structure, and basic laws of
the organization. The Dept. also established Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG's) to
provide procedures for every fire fighting or emergency action plan. Historically, both
the Constitution and Bylaws and the SOG's have been updated and revised as needed,
reviewed by the Town Attorney, and then ratified by two-thirds of the membership.
However, since the Town is ultimately responsible for all actions and policies of the
Dept., staff recommends an endorsement from the Town Board for both these
documents. The Committee recommends that the Fire Dept.'s Constitution and
Bylaws and Standard Operating Guidelines be reviewed by Attorney White prior
to presentation for Town Board endorsement.
REPORTS.
State Tire Bid. The State of Colorado recently included volunteer firefighters in the
State Tire Bid program. Volunteers are now able to purchase tires for their response
vehicles at the State's discounted prices.
Knox Box System. Chief Dorman explained that this rapid entry system was
specifically developed for Fire Dept.'s to gain access to commercial and residential
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properties utilizing one master key. The Dept. has encouraged property owners to
voluntarily install a Knox Box on their property to provide rapid access in the event of an
emergency. The Committee directed staff to compile additional information
regarding this entry system and present their findings at a future Committee
meeting for further review.
Instructor I Certification. Chief Dorman reported that he recently completed an
accredited Instructor I Certification program that will enable him to certify the Dept.'s
internal training.
Aviation Resources Shortfall. Following the disastrous air tanker accidents that
occurred during the 2002 season, 11 large air tankers have been permanently grounded
and will not be replaced during the 2003 season. The remaining 33 tankers are
undergoing extensive inspection and repair to prevent the structural problems that have
occurred in the aging fleet. Chief Dorman noted that limited availability of lead planes
and air tankers dictates that they be reserved for initial attack. Emphasis will now be
placed on an increased ground attack to minimize acreage lost.
Fire Academy. Chief Dorman presented the Spring 2003 Firefighter I Academy
schedule.
There being no further business, Chairman Gillette adjourned the meeting at 4:47 p.m.
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Rebecca van Deutekom, CMC, Deputy own Clerk
APPROVED
MAR 1 1 2003
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
BOARD OF TRUSTEES