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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2/1/2021 - Work Session *** Proof of Publication *** Courier Communications 100 East 4th Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703 Black Hawk County I do solemnly swear that the annexed copy of notice was published in the WATERLOO/CEDAR FALLS COURIER, a daily newspaper printed in WATERLOO, Black Hawk County, Iowa, and that the annexed rate of advertising is the regular legal rate of said newspaper, and that the following is a correct bill for publishing said notice. Waterloo, City of- Legals 715 MULBERRY ST. WATERLOO IA 50703 ORDER NUMBER 194172 Signed r� Subscribed and sworn to before me thisc25day of �OalCit , 20 . Notary Public Received of the sum of Dollars in full for publication of the above invoice. Notary Seal: ,• "° JODI E iUCtUNSTEiY COMMI ISIO14 N0.782413 my!== Section: Legals '••• Category: 950 Legal Notice PUBLISHED ON: 02/16/2021 TOTAL AD COST: 111.67 FILED ON: 2/23/2021 *** Proof of Publication COUNCIL WORK SESSION February 1.2021 4:10 p.m. Harold E.Getty Council Chambers Members present:Boesen,Amos,Morris- sey,Klein.reuse,Grieder,and Juan. 159448-Juon/Grieder that the Agenda, as proposed, be approved. Voice-vole Ayes: Seven. Mo- tion carried. 159449-Juon/Grieder that the Minutes,as proposed.for the CIP Meetings on January 11-13, 2021, and Work Session on January 19, 2021. be approved. Voice-vote Ayes. Seven. Mo- tion carried. Objective:Discussion of purchasing cam- eras, lasers, and a digital evidence management syslem for the Police Department. Chief Fitzgerald provided an overview of Axon,a software and equipment compa- ny, and explained that 6,000 agencies across the United States are utilizing their product. He explained that Axon was selected because they provide technology that automatically switches on body wom cameras once the officer leaves the vehicle. The software then provides a cloud-based evidence workflow that makes it easier to get the information to the station, an attorney's office, or the media faster.The recommendation is to also upgrade to a Taser 7 product.Axon has virtual reality training as wea.Virtual reality teaming has shown to have a higher knowledge retention rate than lecture-style teaming.Training scenarios include empathy,tactical, officer prepar- edness,and officer coping and allows the officers to make mistakes and learn during training rather than on the street. Training would occur on a monthly basis, will provide analytics tot targeted im- provement, and the training integrates with the Axon platform. The body worn cameras will have embedded GPS, precision audio,a lighter and more secure mount,longer battery fife and be easy to operate. The Axon platform also offers the ability to complete reporting from the vehicle rather than come into the station to finish a report. Chief Fitzgerald than reviewed the cost and funding sources for purchasing. Mr. Bowen questioned why the power point in the packet is different from the numbers presented at the work session tonight. .bel Fitzgerald explained that he was able to work with Dean Cunningham at Axon to help bring the figures down. Mr.Boesen commented that CIP funding was requested in part to help purchase new Tasers and body cameras. Joel Fitzgerald commented that if this purchase is approved,the department will not be needing the figures from the CIP. Mr_ Boesen questioned if CIP money would be used to pay for the first year, since the new cameras are not yet installed. Joel Fitzgerald commented that the cameras are in the process of being installed and that they will begin establishing a larger revenue stream. Mr. Boesen shared his concern that the state legislature continually looks to ban red light cameras in Iowa.He questioned how the program would be paid torr without the traffic camera revenue. Joel Fitzgerald commented that these requests are a need and they need to be paid for one way or another. Mr.Boesen questioned if the virtual reality training is an additional cost. Joel Fitzgerald commented that it is included in the cost. He added that the company is taking one million dollars off what the program would cost. Mr. Boesen questioned it the equipment for the virtual reality training was included as well, Joel Fitzgerald confirmed. Mrs.Juan questioned how much money the virtual reality training would save the city each year. Joel Fitzgerald commented that it adds a degree of flexibility but that it would not create costs savings because the training budget is very small. He added that the department should have a separate line item for police academy training because that step in onboarding eats up a significant portion of the departments funds. Mr.Greater questioned if the dictation tool is effective, meaning, will it capture the correct words. Dean Cunningham, Axon, commented that the dictation is built on an artificial intelligence platform, similar to Alexa. It currently has a 90 percent accuracy rate but does improve with use. Mr.Grieder added that he wants the city to be aware of the tact that we one bill away from the state legislature taking away some o1 our revenue sources. *** Proof of Publication *** doe;m¢gera;a currunenreu mar me coy is so or behind from a technology stand. point because it continues to purchase insufficient products and peace meal equipment. Mr Amos commented that he too is concerned with the revenue being generated from GATSO. When the Program started. it was pitched to the community that the traffic cameras are for safety. Now he is hearing that we are doubling the number of cameras and is concerned how the citizens will view the city using these funds for Tasers,etc. Joel Fitzgerald explained that the equip- ment purchase and traffic cameras are all for public safety, both citizens and officers. Mr. Amos commented that he wants to ensure that the city is approaching this from a safety standpoint. Joel Fitzgerald added that the state has oversight on camera placement and ensures that traffic crash data supports their placement. Mrs. Klein commented that she supports the GATSO cameras as it lessens interaction with an actual officer and keeps people from panicking or running. Mr. Morrissey asked for input from our Chief Financial Officer on the comparison Of this proposal versus if we were to keep the current system in place,and if the she believes that this is doable and that GATSO funds should be used for this or it bonds would be more appropriate. Michelle Weidner.Chief Financial Officer, commented that she would need to do some research on the numbers provided Today but that she would look into Mr, Morrissey's questions. Mr. Morrissey questioned what types of interferences can impact the technology and how are the body and in-car camera systems activated and what is the error rate on that type of activation.He asked from a human rights perspective, how soon after an incident occurs would citizens or attorneys have access to the recordings. He questioned if body cam- eras could be shared and where the funds came from to purchase the additional 10-12 GATSO cameras- Joel Fitzgerald explained that there is no cost associated tout up additional cameras,and stated that Individuals can request footage through an open records request,which must be fulfilled within ten days. Mr.Morrissey questioned how redactions work. Joel Fitzgerald explained that an un- redacted version is retained. Dean Cunningham,Axon,explained how the automated redaction system works. Mr. Morrissey questioned the error or reliability rete for the software. Joe Fitzgerald commented that currently the city is working on human error not to be present and explained (hat they do monthly audits to ensure that officers are turning on their cameras and the amount of time it takes them to tum it an. This software would help to automate the audit process and remove the human error from turning on the body worn camera. Dean Cunningham explained that the signal-based technology uses Bluetooth activation on the holster and the Taser to tum on any Axon cameras in the area.He further explained how pnonty video works, and that by adding a particular word or phrase into the program,it brings specific videos to the top of the list for supervisors to review saving time on reviewing random traffic stops,etc. Mr. Morrissey questioned what activates the software. Dean Cunningham provided an overview of the software activation. Mayor Hart questioned how this helps build up trust and accountability with the community. Joel Fitzgerald commented that this keeps everyone on the up and up with every encounter the officers have with the public. 159450-JuonlFeuss that the meeting be adjourned at 5:12 p.m. Voice-vote Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Kelley Felchle City Clerk