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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
âś“Public Safety Committee
April 25, 1989
Committee: Chairman Garrett, Trustees Aldrich and
Dickinson
Attending: All
Also Attending: Police Chief Racine, Lieutenant Emerine,
Secretary Hutter, Clerk O'Connor
Absent: Town Administrator Klaphake
Chairman Garrett called the meeting of the Public Safety Commit-
tee to order at 2:01 P.M.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Mental Health Services. Chief Racine briefed the Committee
on proposed cutbacks in mental health services by the
Larimer County Mental Health Department. Approximately 50%
of the services now available in Estes Park will be elim-
inated effective July 1st. Cutbacks, due primarily to the
lack of Federal Funding, will result in the elimination of
counseling for all but the most chronically mentally ill.
Testimony in support of retaining and increasing mental
health services was offered by: Bob Richardson, represent-
ing the Park School District and the Estes Park Hotline;
Merritt Martin, representing the Crossroads Ministry; Dr.
Maurice Ward, a mental health professional; and Kathy Dill,
representing the Estes Park Medical Center. Chief Racine
stated a jail cell is not the proper place for the mentally
ill, and in such cases, the Department does not have the
personnel nor facilities to properly treat such individuals.
Ms. Dill reported the hospital also is not equipped to treat
the mentally ill. Following discussion, the Committee
recommends: (1) the Committee officially join the School
District, Crossroads Ministry, and the Community Wellness
Counsel and strongly protest said cutbacks to the Larimer
County Mental Health Department; (2) Chief Racine draft such
a letter to include those aforestated agencies; (3) each
representative speaking today also contact other agencies,
enlisting their support; and (4) that the Mayor, on behalf
of the Town, also submit a letter (no later than Friday,
April 28th) of protest to Larimer County.
Parade Permits: The Committee reviewed the following parade
permits: (1) Rocky Mountain Miniature Horse Club. The Club
is requesting a horse parade every day beginning June 14th
through June 18th. Staff suggests approval of the June 14,
15, and 16 dates, and denial of the June 17 and 18 (Saturday
and Sunday) dates. The Committee recommends approval of the
permit for parades June 14 - 16, 1989. (2) Circle J Morgan
Horse Association, scheduled July 14th - the Committee
recommends approval of this permit. (3) Classic Car and
Horseless Carriage Clubs, scheduled May 27th. Harry
Hutcherson, representing the Clubs, is requesting the Town
waive its insurance requirements as they plan to "drive
through" Estes Park as part of their annual tour. Staff
concurs with this request. The Committee recommends ap-
proval of the permit.
Reports. The Committee and staff commended the Trail
Gazette for their recent news article concerning Substance
Abuse. The Committee recommends the Town Board issue a
letter of support to the newspaper for the exceptionally
well done article.
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Chief Racine reported the Department has ordered an identi-
fication system which will provide ID cards for Town person-
nel. An estimated expenditure is $1,000. Chief Racine
confirmed the Department could expand the program to other
persons should the need arise.
The Committee reviewed a letter dated April 14, 1989 submit-
ted by James W. Winchester. Mr. Winchester commended
Officer Dave Hurley for his courteous, efficient and profes-
sional manner during a mishap April llth. The Committee
also commended Officer Hurley for a job well done.
The Committee also reviewed the Department's monthly reports
through March 31, 1989. Concerning training programs, Chief
Racine reported participants are required to submit a
written report and share conference material with the
Department. Such information will also be available to the
Committee.
As the summer season is approaching, Chairman Garrett
requested Chief Racine provide a conceptual drawing indicat-
ing all public parking spaces.
ESTES PARK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT.
As Chief Rumley was not present, discussion concerning
lights and sirens will be continued to the meeting in May.
There being no further business, Chairman Garrett adjourned the
meeting at 2:43 P.M.
Vickie O'Connor, Town Clerk
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