Police and Fire Commission

City of West Allis Meeting Minutes Police and Fire Commission Thursday, June 20, 2019 6:00 PM West Allis Fire Department 7332 W. National Ave. REGULAR MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Kopplin called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm B. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Amy Heron, Danielle Romain and Kurt Kopplin Excused: Commissioner Mark Manthei Also Present: Chief Pat Mitchell, Deputy Chief Robert Fletcher - Police Department; Chief Mason Pooler, Lieutenant Jesse Schwark, A/Captain Armando Suarez Del Real - Fire Department; Rebecca Grill, CAO - City of West Allis; Maria Schwark, private citizen; Bridget Morawetz, Recording Secretary C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the May 16, 2019 Regular Meeting Minutes as well as the May 28, 2019 and May 29, 2019 Special Meeting and Closed Session Meeting Minutes A motion was made by Commissioner Romain and seconded by Commissioner Heron to approve the minutes as noted above. The motion carried by the following votes: Aye: 3, Commissioners Heron, Romain and Kopplin No: 0 City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 7/22/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes June 20, 2019 D. POLICE DEPARTMENT 1. Communication and Request for Approval: Police Officer Eligibility List Chief Mitchell submitted for approval a Police Officer eligibility list effective thru February 28, 2020. A motion was made by Commissioner Heron and seconded by Commissioner Romain to approve the list as presented. The motion carried by the follow vote: Aye: 3, Commissioners Heron, Roman and Kopplin No: 0 2. Police Department Financial Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 3. Monthly Performance Report Chief Mitchell spoke to a number of items contained within this report to include: Ø Current sworn personnel at 123 however he expects to be fully staffed at 126 by the end of the year; Ø brief overview of current citizen complaints and status; Ø conclusion of 10-week Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command program and graduation of attendees; Ø clarified location of an incident that took place on the 1400 block of South 56th street. Chief Mitchell stated that is in the jurisdiction of West Milwaukee and any further investigation will be handled thru Milwaukee PD. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 4. Patrol Activity Report Chief Mitchell stated that members of the West Allis police and fire departments coordinated and participated in recognizing the heroic actions of a 6-year old boy recently. Chief Mitchell stated that the boy called 911 after discovering family members experiencing a serious medical emergency and the department felt it was important to ensure the 6-year old knew he had done something good and heroic for his family members. Chief Mitchell stated that the 2019 summer Hwy 100 initiative to combat cruisers is underway. He noted that barricades at key cruising areas will be in place on Friday and Saturday nights and he thanked DPW for their help in setting them up. Chief Mitchell noted that State Patrol will be assisting with this initiative as well. Chief Mitchell confirmed that police are will be handing out $600 loitering tickets for vehicles that are parked for periods of time in various business parking lots. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 7/22/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes June 20, 2019 placed on file. 5. Communications Activity Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 6. Community Services Bureau Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 7. Criminal Investigations Unit Activity Report Chief Mitchell stated that car dealerships continue to have car theft problems and reviewed a recent incident regarding five vehicles stolen from a West Allis car dealership. Chief Mitchell stated that of the five cars stolen, four have been recovered. Chief Mitchell noted that although this case remains open and under investigation, to date, three suspects have been identified and arrested in connection with these car thefts. The Commissioners had no additional question or comments and the report was placed on file. 8. Tavern Violation Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 9. Training Report Chief Mitchell stated that Officers Michael Stelter and Candice Gaenslen have completed and graduated from the MATC Police Academy and are now participating in the new officer training program. He noted that they will be assigned to normal duty rotation after successful completion of the training program. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 7/22/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes June 20, 2019 E. FIRE DEPARTMENT 10. Operations Division Report Chief Pooler stated that the fire included in the report had an unusual cause, noting that it appeared that the clothes pulled from a hot dryer and left in a mesh clothes hamper apparently caught fire. Chief Pooler noted there was minimal fire damage to the apartment and no injuries were incurred. Chief Pooler reviewed the benchmarks highlighted in the report as well. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 11. EMS Bureau Report Chief Pooler stated that the American Heart Association (AHA) launched an improvement initiative to increase the survival rate of stroke victims. He stated that the goal was to achieve door-to-needle time within 60 minutes of a stroke diagnoses. Chief Pooler stated that AHA recently recognized three of the fastest door-to-needle times and two of the fastest times were accomplished by the West Allis Fire Department. Chief Pooler highlighted and reviewed some of the benchmarks included in Ct. Kersten’s report. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 12. National Q Dispatch Performance Report Chief Pooler noted that every month there continues to be improvement on call compliance. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 13. Training Bureau Report Chief Pooler stated that the joint fire training academy ended at the end of May and all eight probationary firefighters have been assigned to 24 hour duty accordingly. Chief Pooler stated that the department’s swearing-in ceremony will be held in October but a date has not been confirmed as of yet. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 14. Community Risk Reduction/Support Services Division Report Chief Pooler noted that the CRR division has provided File of Life cards to residents to write down their medical information and are now available in various options, either with a magnet to adhere to a refrigerator or a lanyard and display pouch so this important information can be carried on their person at all times. City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 7/22/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes June 20, 2019 Chief Pooler referenced benchmark 14a regarding providing hands-only CPR and AED training to 175 members of the community monthly. He noted that in the upcoming months, this benchmark should increase due to the department’s Open House event that offered hands only CPR training as well hands-only CPR training at State Fair in August The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 15. Fire Prevention Bureau Report Chief Pooler stated that the department currently has an employee on long-term light duty and he has been conducting and completing fire inspections for the fire prevention bureau on a daily basis. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 16. Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Bureau Report Chief Pooler stated that the MIH division was contacted by Aurora Sinai to discuss a possible partnership to provide MIH services for their patients. Chief Pooler stated that the MIH division did participate in a small patient trial with Aurora Sinai and the feedback from both Aurora Sinai and the patients was very positive. Chief Pooler stated that the MIH division’s first priority is to the citizens of West Allis, however, as opportunities continue to arise to further this initiative, there may need to be additional conversations about expansion and how to move the program forward. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 17. Fire Department Financial Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 18. Sick, Injured and Light Duty Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 19. Master Plan Performance Snapshot The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 20. Request for Approval: Sole Source Purchase of Mechanical CPR Devices Chief Pooler requested the approval of a sole source purchase from Stryker Corporation for three mechanical CPR devices and all associated accessories for an approximate total of $45,124.46. A motion was made by Commissioner Heron and seconded by Commissioner Romain to approve the purchase as presented by Chief Pooler. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 7/22/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes June 20, 2019 The motion carried by the following votes: Aye: 3, Commissioners Heron, Romain and Kopplin No: 0 21. Discussion: Shared services with other municipalities Chief Pooler stated that a discussion between West Allis Fire and Wauwatosa Fire regarding the possibility of sharing administrative services was beneficial and both departments came away with ideas to think about and perhaps discuss further at some point. Chief Pooler stated that recently he had a conversation with Hales Corners Village President Daniel Besson regarding the current status of the Hales Corners Fire Department. Chief Pooler noted that the department has been challenged lately with employee issues and recently they brought in a retired Fire Chief to act as an interim Fire Chief on a 90-day contract. Chief Pooler offered a possible solution that would provide stability to the Hales Corners Fire Department and provide the necessary safety and medical assistance to their citizens. Chief Pooler stated that the discussion with President Besson was informative and worthwhile and he seemed open to additional conversations regarding this situation. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments. 22. Discussion: Scheduling of annual Fire Chief Performance Review The Commissioners will meet with Chief Pooler in closed session at the July 18, 2019 PFC meeting to conduct his annual performance review. F. POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION 23. Recognition of Accomplishment: Chief Pooler’s completion of the Executive Fire Officer program Commissioner’s congratulated Chief Pooler on his commitment and completion of the 4-year Executive Fire Officer program. A formal presentation and recognition of this accomplishment will take place at the Common Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, 2019. 24. Communication: Resignation of Commissioner Aaron Konkol Commissioner Kopplin stated that Commissioner Konkol resigned from the board as he and his family have moved out of the City of West Allis. Commissioner Kopplin stated that at this time, there has been no indication as to when a new Commissioner will be joining the board. 25. PFC Financial Report The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 7/22/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes June 20, 2019 G. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, on a motion made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 7:09 pm All meetings of the {bdName} are public meetings. 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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE Upon reasonable notice the City will furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services when necessary to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and to enjoy the benefits of a service, program or activity provided by the City. LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY STATEMENT It is the policy of the City of West Allis to provide language access services to populations of persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) who are eligible to be served or likely to be directly affected by our programs. Such services will be focused on providing meaningful access to our programs, services and/or benefits. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 7/22/2019