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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Safety Committee 2002-07-24RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, July 24, 2002 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 24th day of July, 2002. Committee: Chairman Gillette, Trustees Jeffrey -Clark and Newsom Attending: All Also Attending: Town Administrator Widmer. Police Chief Richardson, Fire Chief Dorman, Public Works Director Linnane, Commanders Filsinger and van Deutekom, Support Service Manager Bartram, Fleet Manager Mahany, Police Officer II Marciniak, Clerk O'Connor Absent: None Chairman Gillette called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. POLICE DEPARTMENT UPDATE — SCHOOL CAMPUS TRAFFIC STUDY SCOPE OF SERVICES — APPROVAL. Chief Richardson introduced Director Linnane who reviewed a meeting with the Elementary School Principal and parents relative to the Felsburg Holt and Ullevig Traffic Report. In summary, staff is requesting the traffic report be updated, to include the following: ➢ Vehicle/pedestrian movements at all potential conflict areas. ➢ Crossing guard evaluation at the existing crosswalk at Brodie/Community Dr. crossing. ➢ Update all school signs, using the new fluorescent yellow signs if applicable. ➢ Pedestrian signage along Hwy. 7. ➢ Traffic light study at Woodstock/Hwy. 7 (B&B Food Mart). ➢ Sidewalk evaluation at Brodie and the Intermediate School. ➢ Signage study at Manford/Hwy. 7. ➢ "Fines Doubled for Speeding" study on the school campus. ➢ Evaluation of additional speed tables in the campus area. The report would be finalized in September/October and the estimated cost is $7,500; this expenditure is not budgeted. Discussion followed on crossing guard responsibility, and, in Director Linnane's opinion, if warranted, the School, not the Town, would fund this portion of the project. If volunteers are utilized as crossing guards, they must be trained, uniformed, and at their post every day. The Committee recommends: (1) approval of the Scope of Services in the amount of $7,500 submitted by Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, with funding being provided by the Contingency Account, (2) staff notify the School District that the Town has authorized the study, (3) staff will distribute a copy of the study to the District when it is received, and (4) when the study is presented, the District will be notified and invited to attend the Public Safety Committee Meeting. RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PROGRAM — APPROVAL. Chief Richardson gave a PowerPoint presentation and stated that this program, in collaboration with the RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee — July 24, 2002 - Page 2 Estes Valley Community Services Coalition, Estes Valley Victim Advocates, Larimer County Health and Human Services, Estes Valley Partners, and several other community groups, have gathered to address juvenile crime and disorder issues. The purpose of this collaboration is to seek innovative effective methods to reduce and mitigate unwanted juvenile behavior within the community. Juveniles are defined as between the ages of 10 to 17 years old. Examples of incidents that would be involved include crimes below felonies, with less than $500, minor assaults, harassments, disorderly conduct, trespassing, drag -racing, and the like that affect every -day quality of life. Richard Guest/Larimer County Health and Human Services, Patricia Washbum/Community Services Coalition, and Frank ShavlikNictim Advocates were introduced. Longmont gave the Coalition a presentation and their Program has been in place for 5 years and their community satisfaction rate is 92%; success rate for no -repeat offender is 92%, and the victim satisfaction rate is 95%. Estimated costs are $6,500 dependant upon the success of the Program. A no - match grant has been submitted to the Colorado Division of Criminal Justice to fund the Program for the first year, and the Municipal Court has agreed to share office space. The Police Department has agreed to commit staff to the Program and provide use of office equipment and other operating necessities. Should grant funding not be awarded, staff is recommending supporting this Program through alternative means, to include the possibility of funding the Program in whole or in part. Stating the Program is a proactive step in giving young offenders a chance to avoid becoming a hardened criminal, the Committee recommends support of this Program, including the grant application. ANNUAL L.E.T.A. TELEPHONE EXCHANGE ACCESS FACILITY CHARGE AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS ACCESS CHARGE — APPROVAL. The L.E.T.A. Board is requesting approval of a Resolution assessing $.45/month for the access facility charge and $.45/month for the wireless communications access charge. These fees are not an increase over the 2002 fees, and would become effective January 1, 2003. Incidentally, the L.E.T.A. Board is supporting a county -wide connectivity project, contributing between $700-800,000. The Committee recommends approval of the Resolution as submitted. Responding to a question on the activation of Reverse 911 during the Big Elk Fire, Chief Richardson confirmed that this system was utilized in the Little Valley evacuation and it worked well. The Communications Center was praised for their management during the fire emergency. POLICE DEPARTMENT SURCHARGE FEES — APPROVAL. Officer Marciniak researched various Colorado communities to ascertain whether these communities assess a surcharge fee. Following is a summary of surcharges by communities similar in size and service capabilities to the EPPD: • Windsor. Charges a $7.00/conviction to fund the Weld County Drug Task Force. • Edgewater. Charges 25% of every fine imposed for victim services, warrant location, training and police equipment. ■ Breckenridge. Applies a surcharge for training and education. • Routt County. Charges a $10.00, with revenues collected into the General Fund. Attorney White has no legal objection to this proposal, and Municipal Judge Brown supports it. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee — July 24, 2002 - Page 3 The communities stated they apply surcharge fees to convictions for violations in traffic, criminal, and animal code. Staff is recommending assessing a $20.00 surcharge for the following municipal violations: 1. All moving traffic convictions. 2. All criminal convictions. 3. All animal control convictions. Following discussion, the Committee recommends approval of the surcharge fee of $20.00 for those convictions identified above, with revenues to be used for Victim Services, Community Projects, Training, and Police Equipment, with the revenues equally divided. The Committee commended Officer Marciniak. REPORTS. The Committee reviewed the NIBRS Second Quarter Crime Summary, Groups A & B, and a report on Recovered Stolen Property. Personnel: Eric Rose has been promoted to Patrol Sergeant and Bruce Walters has been promoted to Communications Supervisor. Both employees are doing exceptionally well in their new positions. FIRE DEPARTMENT 2002 FIRE RESCUE TRUCK PURCHASE — APPROVAL. Fleet Manager Mahany reported that the Fire Dept. budgeted $225,000 for a rescue truck ($125,000/Town and $100,000/EPVFD). Complications in the bidding process arose due to specifications not being met by two of the bidders. Mgr. Mahany requested enhanced construction to increase longevity (20-25 years). Thus, staff is recommending approval of the following bid submitted by American LaFrance: 2002 Fire Rescue Truck with one light tower - $262,327.00, delivered to Estes Park. An optional second light tower is $15,240, and, if this option is selected, the total cost would be $277,567.00. Administrator Widmer stated that the bids are valid for 120 days, and a decision must be made. From a budget standpoint, sufficient funds may be allocated from the Fire Dept. budget. The budget estimate proved insufficient due to new EPA emission regulations and metal prices. The current truck will be refurbished and converted into the hazmat response vehicle. The Committee recommends accepting the bid in the amount of $277,567 submitted by American LaFrance with the optional second light tower. Although the order will be placed this year, payment is to be budgeted and expended in 2003. CHAPLAIN PROGRAM. Chief Dorman introduced Bob Ruesch, who, along with Bill Robertson and Mark Roskom are now serving as Chaplains (associate members) of the Dept. The Chaplains will be available to assist Victim Advocates; however, their primary function will be to provide services to EPVFD members. II RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee — July 24, 2002 - Page 4 BIG ELK FIRE UPDATE. Chief Dorman participate in a helicopter reconnaissance flight this afternoon, and discovered that the perimeter is not quite as devastating as expected, and there is no evidence of large flames. In evaluating the distance between the head of the fire and Little Valley, the team confirmed that the order to evacuate was appropriate. Administrator Widmer added that the Southwest Area National Management Team complimented Chief Dorman and Commander Filsinger, and on behalf of the Town Board, all firefighters, and all public safety personnel were commended for their efforts in being prepared. FIRE OFFICER CERTIFICATION. Chief Dorman reported that he has obtained, Fire Officer Certification, the first member of the EPVFD to do so. EL POMAR GRANT. The Department submitted a grant request in the amount of $19,000 to the El Pomar Foundation for wild land fire fighting equipment. A grant in the amount of $12,500 was awarded July 4th. Subsequently, El Pomar advised the Department that an additional fundraiser was held, and the Foundation has awarded an additional $7,000. Following completion of all agenda items, Chief Richardson conducted a tour of the newly -remodeled Communications Center and Patrol Squad Room. There being no further business, Chairman Gillette adjourned the meeting at 5:05 p.m. 0 Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk APPROVED AUG 13 2002 TOWN OF ESTES PARK BOARD OF TRUSTEES