01/21/2015 Board of Public Safety Minutes

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REGULAR MEETIN G JANUARY 21, 2015 Captain Hammer stated this program was put together with the help of neighborhood organizations and is based on a proj ect deployed by the Peoria, Illinois Police Department. Captain Hammer stated be worked with Brinks on securing an armored vehicle. He noted it cost the Police Department $10.00, and the painting was donated. He added the vehicle has grills to protect the lights, and foam in the tires in the event of a lire getting shot out. Captain Hammer explained this program is a quality of life issue. The Police Department will park in front of a nuisance house, knocking on the door and letting the inhabitants know they are out there for them. He stated it makes them aware they are being watched, which helps the Police make up for a shortage of officers to do surveillance. He gave an example of a suspected drug trafficking home across from a school and next door to a day care. The Police Department received numerous complaints and concerns regarding the home up until they parked the vehicle in front of the home for a day. He noted they have not received any complaints regarding this property since then and shot spotter has not identified shots fired in the location since that day. Chief Teachman stated his big concern is making sure the community is being heard. Too often, he explained, they don't see the Police driving by or responding to their calls. When they see this vehicle, he added, it makes them know they've been heard. Ms. Vasquez stated she saw the vehicle parked across from a gas station known for problems with violence this weekend; and it makes an impact. The Board joined her in commending and thanking the Police Department on this innovative program. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, upon a motion by Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. Taylor and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m. =C PUBL C AFETY Laura A. Vasquez, Presided ATTEST: inch M. Martin, Cler ��