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,Tune 22, 1992
6: 00 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Members present: Chairperson Dell, Buck, and Budak.
It was moved by Buck, seconded by Budak that the Agenda, as
proposed, be approved. Motion carried.
The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the request of
Councilperson Dell for additional police patrols this summer to
address potential problems in selected areas of the community. The
proposal of Police Chief Koehrsen was reviewed which included
estimated overtime expense of approximately $31 ,600. This cost
would cover the following:
Byrnes and Gates Pool areas, one officer
7 days a week 1: 00 - 5:00 p.m. $ 6, 300
Gates Park basketball area, two officers
Monday - Thursday, 5: 30 - 8: 30 p.m. $ 7,200
University Avenue/Sandpit area, two officers
Friday and Saturdays, 4 hours/night $ 3,600
Directed patrol activities in identified
problem areas, two officers Monday through
Thursday, four officers Friday and Saturday.
4 hours per night $14, 500
TOTAL ESTIMATED OVERTIME EXPENSE $31 ,600
The Chief noted that due to budgetary constraints, he cannot
provide these patrols without deploying overtime costs. He noted
that the Gates Park is currently being paid from the Recreation
Center budget at a cost of $100 per day for two officers. The
Chief also noted that this would address concerns presented to the
Council by Walter Reed and Bennie Walker concerning Gates Park
basketball league. (CCR 99502, June 8, 1992)
This directed patrol would be a pro-active and preventative measure
by the show of police presence in potential problem areas.
Chairman Dell stressed the need to separate the funding of this
plan from the merits of the proposal. He reiterated the need to
develop a pro-active stance and a long range plan to address these
issues.
Councilperson Wright questioned why overtime expense is necessary
for this directed patrol and why officers on regular duty could not
cover. Councilperson Budak also stated that existing forces should
be utilized instead of overtime expense. Questions were raised as
to whether the city could afford this expense. The possibility of
using reserve officers or a private security agency was discussed
but not supported by the Police Chief.
Mayor Manning noted that if the Committee decides to proceed with
the patrol, they must implement it as soon as possible keeping in
mind it could be discontinued at anytime.
It was moved by Buck, seconded by Budak that the Police Chief be
given authorization to proceed with planned development of the
proposed plan and that the Clerk/Auditor be directed to provide
alternative sources of funding. Motion carried.
With no further business before the Committee, the meeting was
adjourned at 6: 35 p.m.
Larry P. Burger
City Clerk/Auditor
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
October 14, 1991
5: 45 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Members present: Chairperson Dell, Buck and Budak.
It was moved by Budak, seconded by Buck that the Agenda, as
proposed, be approved. Motion carried.
The purpose of the meeting was to discuss a proposed
agreement with the Black Hawk County Sheriff' s Office for
use of the City Jail. Chief Koehrsen stated that the
premises have been inspected and that the Fire Chief will
make the final decisions on escape routes. A plan to
utilize the roof is in place. Also, several doors must be
replaced and three toilets installed. Sheriff Kubik will be
approaching the Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors for
personnel to run the facility.
Cost of the renovation will be approximately $3,000 - $5,000
with revenues of approximately $9,900 per month (based upon
$22/day/prisoner) . This fee approximates the direct and
indirect costs to the City for operating the jail. In
response to a question from Councilperson Dell, the
agreement will note that the County will hold the City
harmless from any and all actions arising from the operation
of this facility.
In response to a question from Councilperson Wright, Chief
Koehrsen stated that the jail was closed approximately a
year and a half ago due to manpower shortage. The facility
was formerly operated as an overnight facility and utilized
five officers who were badly needed on the street at that
time. Councilperson Dell questioned whether this was a
"band-aid" approach to the building of the Black Hawk County
Jail. Chief Koehrsen stated that the Sheriff views this as
only an interim means to reduce the costs of prisoners
currently being transferred to facilities outside of the
county. The Black Hawk County Jail is currently authorized
for 64 prisoners, although the facility currently handles
87. Approximately 35 to 40 prisoners are shipped out of
county for housing. The Chief noted that the State of Iowa
will only allow the temporary placement of prisoners in the
City Jail but will demand that the County move forward with
the building of the jail facility.
It was moved by Budak, seconded by Buck that the Police
Chief be given authorization to proceed with the 28E
Agreement with Black Hawk County with a recommendation to
City Council for approval of said agreement. Before a vote
was taken on this matter, Mayor McKinley stated that any
revenue received over and above the direct and indirect cost
of operating the facility will be deposited in the general
fund. Larry P. Burger, Clerk/Auditor, stated that his
office will closely audit the cost of the facility and
determine any revenues over and above costs. Chair called
for a voice vote with the following results: Ayes: Dell,
Budak, Buck. Motion carried.
With no further business before the Committee, the meeting
was adjourned at 6:07 p.m.
Larry P. Burger
City Clerk/Auditor