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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
/Public Safety Committee
November 21, 1996
Committee: Chairman Marshall, Trustees Baudek and Pauley
Attending: All
Also Attending: Town Administrator Klaphake, Chief Repola,
Director Hinze, Deputy Clerk Kuehl
Absent: None
Chairman Marshall called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. Chief
Repola announced the Address Ordinance will be continued until
January, and a report on the Blue Santa Program will be added to
this agenda.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Halloween Critique: Officer Van Deutekom reported that the street
closures during the Halloween festivities were well accepted with
suggestions the schedule be expanded next year. There were no
traffic problems, and the streets were reopened earlier than
anticipated. Chairman Marshall commended the Police Department for
their efforts. The Committee recommends this program be continued.
Traffic Monitor: Captain Filsinger presented information on the
Solar Mobile Traffic Monitor, which is on loan and operating on
Hwy. 34 east. An on -site demonstration will be available to the
Committee following the meeting. This monitor will determine
vehicle speed and will also count cars, making it useful for both
the Police Department and Public Works Department. The base unit
is approximately $9,000. Administrator Klaphake noted that the
1997 budget does not include this purchase, but suggested that a
lease purchase agreement be pursued, and a monitor be operational
by summer. Captain Filsinger noted that the monitor has a motion
detector and collapsible hitch to deter theft. Further information
will be presented to the Committee in January.
Tobacco Violation Statistics: There have been seven violations of
the tobacco ordinance from July 17 to November 13, 1996. Retail
businesses have been contacted regarding the January 1, 1997
compliance date. Administrator Klaphake and Trustee Baudek
attended a meeting with a group who plan to propose an ordinance
regarding a full ban on tobacco in public places.
Christmas Parade Permit/Street Closures: Director Hinze requested
approval of the Christmas parade permit. The parade route and time
are the same as in previous years. The Committee recommends
approval of the Christmas parade permit.
Blue Santa: The Blue Santa Program benefiting senior and dsiabled
citizens is in its second year. Collection boxes are at several
locations, and the radio and newspaper are conducting public
service announcements. "Santa Marshall" will collect hand -made
Christmas cards for this program at the school.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
No report.
REPORTS
The Police Department received three letters commending Officers
for their assistance, and expressing special thanks to Cpl. Pass
and Officers Kenney, Rowe, Schumaker and Brand.
Th gbo4ng4..n tier business, Chairman Marshall adjourned the
meet' 354'aP 4'4,15T ,111.:
NOV 2 6 1996
Tina Kuehl, Deputy Town Clerk