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South Salt Lake City Council REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Public notice is hereby given that the South Salt Lake City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, in the City Council Chambers, 220 East Morris Avenue, Suite 200, commencing at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible. The meeting can be viewed on sslc.gov Conducting: Sharla Bynum, District 3 Council Chair: Sharla Bynum, District 3 Sergeant at Arms: South Salt Lake PD Opening Ceremonies 1. Welcome/Introductions Sharla Bynum 2. Serious Moment of Reflection/ Pledge of Allegiance Corey Thomas Approval of Minutes February 22nd, Work Meeting February 22nd, Regular Meeting No Action Comments 1. Scheduling City Recorder 2. Public Comments/Questions a. Response to Comments/Questions (at the discretion of the conducting Council Member) 3. Mayor Comments 4. City Attorney Comments 5. City Council Comments 6. Information a. Legislative Update Dave & Ashley Spatafore b. Civilian Review Board Annual Report Jason Keffer c. Spring Run-Off Prep Dennis Pay & Corby Talbot Action Items Public Hearing – 7:30 (Or As Soon Thereafter As Possible) To receive public input regarding the donation of a surplus fire engine to the Granite School District. 1. Chief Addison, for the City to present information and answer questions 2. Open Public Hearing 3. Receive Public Input 4. Close Public Hearing 5. Discussion by the City Council 6. At Conclusion of Discussion by the Council, Motion and Second by Council a. To move action until a future specified meeting date; b. To take it to a work meeting for further discussion; or c. To take final action on the matter by approving donation of surplus Motion for Closed Meeting Adjourn Posted March 17, 2023 See page two for continuation of Agenda South Salt Lake City Council Regular Meeting March 22, 2023 Page 2 Those needing auxiliary communicative aids or other services for this meeting should contact Ariel Andrus at 801-483-6019, giving at least 24 hours’ notice. In accordance with State Statute and Council Policy, one or more Council Members may be connected electronically. Public Comments/Question Policy Time is made available for anyone in the audience to address the Council and/or Mayor concerning matters pertaining to City business. When a member of the audience addresses the Council and/or Mayor, they will come to the podium and state their name and City they reside. The Public will be asked to limit their remarks/questions to three (3) minutes each. The conducting Council Member shall have discretion as to who will respond to a comment/question. In all cases the criteria for response will be that comments/questions must be pertinent to City business, that there are no argumentative questions and no personal attacks. Some comments/questions may have to wait for a response until the next regular council meeting. The conducting Council Member will inform a citizen when they have used the allotted time. Grievances by City employees must be processed in accordance with adopted personnel rules. = South Salt Lake Civilian Review Board ANNUAL REPORT 2022 Contents Summary………………. 1 Significant Cases ……..1 Building the CRB………2 Board Trainings……….2 Recommendations …….3 Looking Forward………3 Summary Commendations ……….4 Statistics ………………..4 2022 Statement……………… 5 The City of South Salt Lake established the Civilian Review Board (CRB) in June of 2021, to review the Use of Force by the South Salt Lake Police Department (SSLPD), with the original members selected on February 9, 2022. The first meeting of the Board was held March 1, 2022. Over the first four months, the CRB focused primarily on training, with focus on: current statutes and case law covering department Use of Force, departmental policies and procedures, current departmental training, and de-escalation policies. In addition, the CRB received training classes from the National Organization for the Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE). From July through December of 2022, the CRB reviewed Uses of Force by the SSLPD. The CRB reviewed 101 cases covering January-August 2022. The CRB watched Body or Dashcam video on 80% of those cases. The Board did not find any out of policy Use of Force in the cases during its 2022 reviews. Significant Cases Use of Deadly Force: At a special meeting held in Dec 2022, the Board reviewed the September 26, 2022 Use of Deadly Force. The CRB ultimately agreed the Use of Force was reasonable and within policy, the full findings can be found on page 5 of this report or on the City website. Building the CRB 2023 Meeting Schedule All meetings are held at South The Civilian Review Board (CRB) Members were first chosen in February Salt Lake City Hall, on the of 2022, after applications by members of the public and interviews by a first Monday of the month, at screening committee that included leaders in our community. The Mayor 6:30 p.m., unless otherwise then chose 7 members, 2 alternates and 1 advisory member, which were noted. presented to the City Council for advice and consent. In addition, two members were replaced over the course of 2022, and 2 new alternates chosen as the previous alternates were elevated to full members. ● January 9 ● February 6 The CRB elected its officers; Tina Nee, Chair and Jason Keffer, vice-chair for its inaugural year. Ms. Nee later resigned from the CRB and Joy Glad ● March 6 was subsequently elected as Chair. ● April 3 Thank you to Tina Nee and Cassius Willis for your time serving on the CRB. ● May 1 ● June 5 Starting in July, the CRB began reviewing Use of Force cases and by the end of the year had completed reviews from January through August 2022. ● July 10 The Board continues to focus on reducing the lag between Use of Force and ● August 7 CRB review, which has been impacted by software upgrades made by the department (completed Jan 2023). ● September 11 ● October 2 In addition, the CRB made recommendations on an improved citizen complaint framework, available in Spanish and English. This form can be ● November 6 found at the Police Station or on the CRB website. ● December 4 South Salt Lake City Hall Membership 220 East Morris Avenue Joy Glad - Chair South Salt Lake, UT 84115 Phone: 801-483-6000 Jason Keffer - Vice Chair Zac Barnes - Member Conrad Campos - Member Lorrina Heisey - Member Richard Lane - Member Kevin Miller - Member Tara Shupe - Alternate Valerie Flattes - Alternate Gary Cox - Advisory Member Christina Nee - former member Cassius Willis - former member CRB 2022 Training Members of the CRB experienced a wide variety of training throughout 2022, including, but not limited to: Use of Force Policies and Reasonable Force, Record Keeping, Body and Dash Camera usage, Arrest Control Techniques, Police Service Dogs (K-9), NACOLE (National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement), IT Security, Open Public Meetings Act, De-escalation, Case Law, and the Duty to Intercede. Members of the CRB also completed 17 ride-alongs with Patrol Officers and Sergeants. For Question or Comments: https://sslc.gov/158/Civilian-Review-Board Recommendations 2022 Statistics A Year in Review Department Cameras Total Cases of police The CRB and the SSL Police Department both identified a need for intervention (Year to Date*): improved body worn cameras, as the model in use during 2022 required officers to activate it and did not maintain audio before activation. Total Number of Use of Force Cases: 101 As a result, the Department will be onboarding new cameras with a longer battery life, replaceable batteries, and a 24-hour recording window in Number of Written Use of which the Department can go back and review video. Force Cases Reviewed by the CRB: 101 Public Complaints Dash Camera and Body The Board also recommended a citizen complaint procedure, in which Camera Reviewed by the complaints can be brought directly to the Board, which has been CRB: 82 implemented and can be found here, on the Board’s website, and can be sent to any member of the Board. Number of Cases determined to be within State Statute and City Policy: 101 Number of Cases determined to be Out of State Statute or City Policy: 0 Looking Forward Number of Civilian Review Board Members: In addition to the recommendations above, the CRB will continue to focus on the following items: 7 Regular Members 2 Alternate Members Homelessness, substance abuse, and mental illness are significant causes of 1 Advisory Member police intervention in South Salt Lake, and as a result are amongst the leading factors in police use of force. We continue to focus on police interactions under these circumstances, while commending South Salt Lake for creating a state-leading Homeless Resource Officer program. Solving these issues is a complex challenge which requires solutions that extend beyond the Department. The Department is hiring one Licensed Clinical Social Worker to assist in responding to calls, as part of a grant program Co-Responder Case Management, in partnership with the Department of Justice. The CRB looks forward to hearing about the efficacy of this program and is watching as other, similar programs are tried across the country. The CRB intends to become more involved with the National Association *Year to Date: The cases reviewed by for the Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE) this year, the CRB are dated from January 2022 through July 2022. The total number of sending members to its conference and maintaining outside training for the cases are dated January 2022 through Board. December 2022. The remainder of cases, August through December will In addition, the Board continues to stay abreast of both local and national be reviewed in 2023. events, with an eye to where the Board might be proactive. Commendations Definitions Use of Force: The amount of effort required The CRB would like to commend the following groups and Officers: by police to compel The Homeless Resource Officer (HRO) group, implemented by South Salt compliance by an unwilling Lake after Operation Rio Grande, works well with the Pamela Atkinson subject, including verbal Resource Center PARC), (previously known as Men’s Resource Center) instructions, physical restraint, and the Salt Lake Metropolitan Area homeless population, establishing less-than-lethal force, and rapport with residents and as a trusted partner to PARC. lethal force. The CRB would like to commend Officer Abrams, Officer Price, Officer Arrest Control Techniques: Rogers, for resolving several cases with de-escalation techniques and (ACT) patience. Techniques for Officers to use to control a subject, using Arrest Control Techniques and Use of Force, including restraint, remains restraints, grabbing, holds, an important piece of an officers’ toolkit, albeit one with significant risk. In wrestling, or other means of 2022, the SSLPD switched to a new training method for physical subduing a subject. confrontations deemphasized pain compliance and offered more control. Initial studies show Gracie Survival Tactics trained officers are less likely to use force and when used, the training methods result in fewer and less Police Service Dog: (PSD or serious injuries for both officers and suspects. The CRB commends the K-9) department for this change and recommends officers are proficient in the A police dog is trained to techniques taught. The CRB continues to focus on uses of Arrest Control assist law enforcement duties Techniques and other Uses of Force, with a focus on necessity for safety including finding drugs, and that such instances do not pose undue risk to the detainee. explosives, missing people, crime scene evidence, Statistics protecting people, or capturing subjects trying to flee or hurt others. Statistics: These graphs break down principals by race, gender and type of force used. The board continues to track these in order to address potential issues December 18, 2022 South Salt Lake Civilian Review Board’s Findings on South Salt Lake Police Department’s Use of Lethal Force On September 26th, 2022, at approximately 11:45pm, two South Salt Lake Police Department officers, while responding to multiple 911 calls, shot and killed Jebb Muir in South Salt Lake, Utah. The Salt Lake County Officer Involved Critical Incident Response Team, responsible for investigation of deadly force by police, found that the officers’ actions were reasonable and within policy. The South Salt Lake Police Department Internal Affairs investigation concurs and South Salt Lake Police Chief Carruth recommends the two officers return to the force from administrative leave. After reviewing the relevant evidence, including bodycam video and 911 recordings, the South Salt Lake Civilian Review Board agrees that the officers’ actions were within Utah state statute and South Salt Lake Police policies. The below is a brief account of the incident and the rationale for this finding. Earlier on September 26th, the South Salt Lake Police Department was called to Jebb’s house for a civil standby. During that encounter, complainants alleged that Jebb was suffering with psychosis, suicidal ideation, and had previously barricaded himself in a house and prepared firearms during an encounter with police. At that time of the standby, Police did not observe significant signs of mental illness or violence. At 11:10pm, Officers responded to a 911 call from Jebb; later two more related 911 calls would come in from other individuals. During this call, Jebb establishes his access to firearms and threatens Police Officers. As the department staged, an officer who had been present at the standby earlier that day called Jebb to try and resolve the situation without further escalation. After a brief discussion, Jebb hung up. Officers later located Jebb two blocks away after a 911 caller reported a man threatening him with a rifle. As the first two arriving officers exited their car, Jebb reached for a shotgun and fired at officers. The two officers fired at Jebb, killing him. Given the immediacy of danger to the public, the significant risk factors including known firearm possession, multiple threats against civilians and officers, and self-defense against lethal force, the South Salt Lake Civilian Review Board finds that the two officers’ use of deadly force reasonable and within Utah state statute and South Salt Lake City police department policy. In connection with the events of September 26th, the board finds no reason the two officers should not return to active duty with the South Salt Lake Police Department. The board's findings were unanimous. The board commends the two officers for their composure and discipline, particularly the officer who maintained his leadership and control over the situation after being struck in the head by buckshot. In addition, the board would like to commend the officer who reached out to the decedent, trying to use any rapport to resolve this incident without violence. Signed, On behalf of South Salt Lake Civilian Review Board Jason Keffer, Vice Chair, Civilian Review Board Here is some information for the public hearing regarding the donation of our 30 year old fire engine to the Granite School District's GTI Fire Science Program. We would like to donate our 1993 Pierce Lance pumper. This fire engine is surplus equipment that cannot be used as a front line fire apparatus for structural fire fighting. There have been six NFPA Standards updates regarding fire apparatus since this vehicle was built, the pump is no longer certified which leaves the vehicle out of compliance for structural firefighting. This however, would make it a great training apparatus for a training school such as GTI. GTI' program prepares individuals to perform the duties of a firefighter. It includes instruction and training in safety, firefighting, equipment operations, maintenance and principles of fire science. This vehicle has a value of $5,000 and would be tough to surplus as another fire apparatus, but fits well for a training program. Terry Addison Fire Chief logo phone: (801)464-6720 2600 S. Main St. 84115, South Salt Lake, UT sslc.gov  RESOLUTION NO. R2023-_____ A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE DONATION OF A 1993 FIRE ENGINE BY THE CITY TO THE GRANITE SCHOOL DISTRICT. WHEREAS, The City of South Salt Lake (the “City”) owns a 1993 fire engine that can no longer be used in the City Fire Department’s fire suppression responses due to the engine’s age and condition; and WHEREAS, The City has limited storage space, particularly for large vehicles such as 1993 fire engine; and WHEREAS, The City has determined that the vehicle is a surplus vehicle; and WHEREAS, Utah Code § 10-8-2 states in relevant part that a municipal legislative body may convey and dispose of real and personal property for the benefit of the municipality if the action is in the public interest and complies with other law; and WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing on the issue of donating the fire engine was held on March 22, 2023, to allow members of the public the opportunity to provide input; and WHEREAS, donating the fire engine provides the City additional valuable storage space and reduces any potential liability while also providing a valuable asset to the Granite School District for use in its instructional activities; and WHEREAS, the City Council hereby determines that donating the fire engine to the Granite School District is for the benefit of the municipality and in the public interest. Now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of South Salt Lake that: 1. The 1993 fire engine referenced above is a surplus item no longer needed by the City’s Fire Department. 2. The City is authorized to donate the fire engine to the Granite School District as it will benefit the City and is in the public interest. This Resolution shall become effective immediately and shall be filed with the City Recorder as soon as practicable. (signatures appear on separate page) (remainder of page intentionally left blank) APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of South Salt Lake, Utah, on this ______ day of __________, 2023. BY THE CITY COUNCIL: ____________________________________ Sharla Bynum, Council Chair City Council Vote as Recorded: Huff ______ Thomas ______ Bynum ______ Mila ______ Siwik ______ Pinkney ______ Williams ______ ATTEST: ____________________________________ Ariel Andrus, City Recorder