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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES Public Safety Committee 1994-02-17BRADFORD PUBLISHING CO. RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 'Public Safety Committee February 17, 1994 Committee: Attending: Also Attending: Chairman Hix, Trustee Habecker All Ass't. Administrator Widmer, Police Chief Racine, Clerk O'Connor Absent: None Chairman Hix called the meeting to order at 8:35 A.M. POLICE DEPARTMENT. New Officers. Chief Racine introduced David Zuehlsdorf who recently moved from California and Wade Kollar from Florida, both of which are joining the Department. Both officers come with experience and were highly recommended. Clerk O'Connor conducted a swearing in ceremony. The Committee extended their congratulations to the officers and welcomed them and their families to Estes Park. Request Authorization to Purchase Two Vehicles. Chief Racine noted that the 1994 Budget included $30,000 to purchase two patrol cars which will replace two existing unmarked vehicles. Fleet Manager Shanafelt prepared bid specifications and the low bid, in the amount of $25,353.12 with trade-in, was submitted by Burt Chevrolet. In addition, the Police equipment will be stripped from the existing Jeep Cherokee, converting it into an unmarked vehicle. Additional Police equipment and labor to prepare the two new patrol cars is $5,692.67. Funding for this equipment will be provided from the Vehicle Equipment budget line item. Staff is satisfied that the Chevy Caprice is a reliable vehicle. The Committee recommends approval of the request, authorizing the expenditure of $25,353.12 from Burt Chevrolet, plus $5,692.67 for vehicle equipment. REPORTS. The Sheriff's Department is in the process of installing a C.A.D. System for booking, records and statistics, therefore, the monthly report is unavailable. Following conclusion of the meeting, the Department will conduct a tour of the "Shoot/Don't Shoot" training program. Officers are not only trained in marksmanship, they receive training on judgement/split-second decisions. The Committee recognized Adam Krier who is taking part in the School "Shadow Program". Adam will join Lt. Filsinger for the day. Correspondence was also reviewed. There being no further business, Chairman Hix adjourned the meeting at 8:49 A.M. pet„ 171 17• x 1,1 F E B 22 1994 Vickie O'Connor, CMC, Town Clerk