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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Safety Committee 1997-02-20BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS -7Public Safety Committee February 20, 1997 Committee: Chairman Marshall, Trustees Baudek and Pauley Attending: Chairman Marshall, Trustee Baudek Also Attending: Town Administrator Klaphake, Police Chief Repola, Judge Brown, Fire Chief Dorman, Clerk O'Connor Absent: Trustee Pauley Chairman Marshall called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m. POLICE DEPARTMENT. Municipal Court Year -End Report. Judge Brown presented the year-end statistics processed through the Municipal Court. Approximately 200 additional cases were heard, and the caseload is verified with the increase of fines (income). The court is seeing an increase in juvenile cases, particularly underage alcohol incidents. In the past two sessions, 80 juveniles were in court, all of these cases dealt with alcohol possession and traffic violations. Judge Brown reviewed how he utilizes the Teen Baseline Program in determining restitution, and this Program is proving very beneficial to the juveniles and their families. The School Dist. supports the Baseline Program completely, and they are attempting to get all kids through the Program before they graduate. Judge Brown added that Larimer County has the highest rate of juvenile alcoholism in the country. Tobacco violators are sentenced to a 4-hour class in Boulder - "TNT — Teens and Tobacco", plus a minimum fine, plus 8 hours of community service, with potential suspension of a $100 fine if the juveniles have no other court appearances. "Teen Court", as utilized in other municipalities, was discussed, with the Judge reporting the Court does review alternatives that have a proven effective record, weighing those alternatives for their applicability in Estes Park. The new Parking Plan was discussed as it relates to parking violations and Municipal Court. The Police Court Liaison is working very well and this assignment is rotated between the Captain, Sergeant and Corporal. Due to the caseload, the Judge is considering conducting trails on Thursday mornings, following Municipal Court sessions, which are held on Wednesday evenings. The Judge is available for public speaking engagements and this availability is increasing/improving public perception of the Municipal Court System. The Committee expressed their appreciation to Judge Brown for the report. Animal Control Service Agreement with Humane Society. Chief Repola briefed the Committee on dog and cat impound statistics which indicated that the Police Dept. provides animal control assistance throughout the valley. This assistance is provided through a contract with the Larimer County Humane Society. The renewal agreement includes two BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee - February 20, 1997 - Page 2 changes: the Town's Animal Control Officer will have an expanded territory, and, in exchange for this service, the Humane Society will pay for after-hours "call time" for Animal Control Officer Thacker. Discussion followed on procedure for removal of animal carcasses and nuisance animals, and the procedure for Agreement reporting/billing for payment. Trustee Pauley joined the meeting during this discussion. The Animal Officer position is a 2/3's employee, and clarifying that this position will remain so by balancing time spent, the Committee recommends approval of the Animal Control Service Agreement as presented. Youth Volunteer Corp. Grant Contract. The Committee reviewed a Contract with the Dept. of Local Affairs/Community Partnership Office for a grant in the amount of $12,500, plus a grantee match for a Youth Volunteer Corp. Chief Repola reported that five recipients received funding and the total funding available, $72,500, was divided equally. The Police Dept.'s role in this program is to act as the finance manager and provide in -kind contributions (insurance, office space, computers, etc.). Chief Repola has been attending work sessions for implementation and the Program should begin in the near future. The Youth Volunteer Corp. (youth in the Estes Valley) will be given opportunities to experience, understand, and value diverse cultures and environments, and will learn how these relationships impact their own community. By offering service opportunities, the youth will cultivate the qualities of respect, citizenship, stewardship, and a passion for a lifetime of service to the community. Thirty youth will be recruited to participate in a school -year program. An additional 20 youth will be selected to participate in a summer program. Both programs will consist of community service projects. Collaboration with the RMNP, EVRPD, Senior Center, and Town Special Events Dept. to assist with development and implementation of projects has or will occur. Attorney White has reviewed the Contract. Matching funds will pay for team leaders and administrative costs, and a local Advisory Council will select team leaders. The targeted youth age is over 11 and under 16 years of age, and the Program will be based out of the Youth Center. Chief Repola will discuss liability insurance coverage pertaining to volunteers with CIRSA Representative Widmer. Approximately $14,000 is to be raised by a fund raising committee, and over $7,000 in in -kind contribution is being provided by the Police Dept. The cost to the Town is insurance and in -kind services. The Committee recommends Chief Repola present the Contract and all cost details at the next Town Board meeting. FIRE DEPARTMENT. No report. BRAOFORO PUBLISHING CO. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS Public Safety Committee, February 20, 1997 - Page 3 REPORTS. Correspondence commending Officer Roth, Cpl. Pass, and Sgt. Kufeld were reviewed. The 1996 Year -End Statistical Summary was reviewed, and it reflects a 1.3% increase in cases from 1995. There being no further business, Chairman Marshall adjourned the meeting at 4:35 p.m. Vickie O'Connor, CMC/AAE, Town Clerk FEB 2 5 1997 Se1,'G a� OF EVES py;'? 1 < I ;;)