Police and Fire Commission

City of West Allis Meeting Minutes Police and Fire Commission Thursday, October 17, 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, Mark Manthei, Danielle Romain and Kurt Kopplin Absent: Commissioner Kimberly Cosby Also Present: Police Chief Patrick Mitchell, Deputy Chief Chris Botsch, Deputy Chief Robert Fletcher - Police Department; Assistant Chief Jay Scharfenberg, Lieutenant Jesse Schwark - Fire Department; Bridget Morawetz, Recording Secretary C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the September 19, 2019 Regular and Closed Session Meeting Minutes A motion was made by Commissioner Manthei and seconded by Commissioner Romain to approve the minutes as presented. The motion carried by the following votes: Aye: 4, Commissioners Heron, Manthei, Romain and Kopplin No: 0 City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 D. POLICE DEPARTMENT 1. Police Department Financial Report Chief Mitchell did not highlight any of the information included within the financial report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 2. Monthly Performance Report Chief Mitchell noted the resignation of a police officer effective September 25, 2019. Chief Mitchell shared with the Commissioners that the three newest Police Officers recently completed the Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) and with their completion, all sworn employees are now appropriately trained. Lastly, Chief Mitchell noted that the Hwy 100 cruising initiatives implemented over the years have continued to be a successful deterrent and he was pleased to note that this was the first year he did not receive emails or complaints from citizens or an alderperson. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 3. Patrol Activity Report Chief Mitchell reviewed a car chase and shots fired incident that had received some media attention. He stated that surveillance information showed that all three cars involved were connected and chasing each other. He noted that investigation into both incidents resulted in numerous arrests and appropriate charges are currently pending. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 4. Communications Activity Report Chief Mitchell stated that recovery from the lighting strike on September 10th is still ongoing. He noted there are a number of building, computer functionality and dispatch center issues that continue to affect the workflow of the department. Chief Mitchell stated that estimated repair cost is currently $50,000. Chief Mitchell indicated that the City’s insurance company, CVMIC, has been notified of the damage and the appropriate claim has/will be filed. The Commissioner had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 5. Community Services Bureau Report Chief Mitchell did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 6. Criminal Investigations Unit Activity Report Chief Mitchell stated that the department continues to investigate a homicide incident that occurred on September 15th in the 2000 block of 71st street. He stated flyers have been distributed throughout the neighborhood and officers canvassed door-to-door for any additional information regarding the potential suspects. Chief Mitchell stated that this remains an open and active investigative homicide case. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 7. Tavern Violation Report Chief Mitchell did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 8. Training Report Chief Mitchell did not highlight any of the information included within the financial report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 9. Request for purchase approval: (2) Detective Squad Cars Chief Mitchell requested the approval to purchase two (2) Detective Squad Cars. Chief Mitchell stated that the city allocated $25,000 in Capital Improvement Funds for this purchase and the remaining $49,000 balance will be funded thru the State Asset Forfeiture Account. A motion was made by Commissioner Manthei and seconded by Commissioner Heron to approve this purchase as presented by Chief Mitchell. The motion carried by the following votes: Aye: 4, Commissioners Heron, Manthei, Romain and Kopplin No: 0 10. Discussion and confirmation: Interview date for Community Service Officer transition to Police Officer Chief Mitchell requested and the Commissioner agreed to include the interview of the Police Officer candidate as part of the 5:30 pm closed session portion previously agreed upon. 11. Communication: First Responder Award - Corporal Rodney Nelson Chief Mitchell stated that Corporal Rodney Nelson was recently recognized for a First Responder of the Year award for his interactions and positive outcome with a 20 year old female who, due to family circumstances, only possessed a third grade education. Chief Mitchell stated that Corporal Nelson helped the woman to get enrolled in high school as well as other assistance to ensure her success. Chief City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 Mitchell stated that in May of 2019, Corporal Nelson attend the woman’s graduation ceremony from South Division High School. City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 E. FIRE DEPARTMENT 12. Operations Division Report AC Scharfenberg reviewed the fire included in the report. He stated that the fire started in the garage and quickly moved to the main house area. AC Scharfenberg noted that there was only one working smoke detectors in the house and although the family escaped, the father re-entered to locate a pet and was reported missing. AC Scharfenberg stated that as crews were preparing to enter the home, the occupant, although almost overcome by smoke inhalation, had emerged and was in the care of MIH 61. AC Scharfenberg stated that he is expected to make a full recovery. AC Scharfenberg then addressed the accompanying benchmarks contained within the report. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 13. EMS Bureau Report Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 14. National Q Dispatch Performance Report - Monthly Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 15. National Q Dispatch Performance Report - Quarterly Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 16. Training Bureau Report AC Scharfenberg stated that the department participated in a joint training exercise that consisted of seven other departments: St. Francis, Franklin, Greenfield, North Shore, Wauwatosa, Oak Creek and Greendale. He stated that this is the type of training that ensures success for the shared services initiative and is a worthwhile and important training module that is mandatory for all employees. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 17. Community Risk Reduction/Support Services Division Report AC Scharfenberg stated that this report reviewed the house fire included in the City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 Operations report, but he stated, what is important in this summary is that the children, during after action interviews, noted their recent education on fire safety and upon evacuating they reported to their agreed upon meeting location. AC Scharfenberg noted that more adults need to be mindful and be reminded about fire safety as much as children. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 18. Fire Prevention Bureau Report Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 19. Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Bureau Report AC Scharfenberg stated that the MIH team has implemented a change to their process to increase the number of the patients they are able to connect with immediately. He stated that patients who are enrolled in the program will now be contacted prior to first visit to ensure the patient will be home and available to meet with the MIH provider. The Commissioners had no additional questions or comments and the report was placed on file. 20. Fire Department Financial Report Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within financial report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 21. Sick, Injured and Light Duty Report Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 22. Master Plan Performance Snapshot Assistant Chief Scharfenberg did not highlight any of the information included within this report. The report was placed on file accordingly. 23. Request for approval: Transfer of $18,000 from utility account to maintenance account A motion was made by Commissioner Manthei and seconded by Commissioner Romain to approve the transfer of money request as presented by AC Scharfenberg. The motion carried by the following votes: City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 Aye: 4, Commissioners Heron, Manthei, Romain and Kopplin No: 0 24. Discussion and request for approval: Move start time of November 21, 2019 PFC meeting to 5:30 pm AC Scharfenberg requested the start time for the November 21, 2019 PFC meeting be moved to 5:30 pm to accommodate interviews of Command Staff candidates. A motion was made by Commissioner Heron and seconded by Commissioner Manthei to approve the change as presented by AC Scharfenberg. The motion carried by the following votes: Aye: 4, Commissioners Heron, Manthei, Romain and Kopplin No: 0 25. Communication: Firefighter PFC interview dates AC Scharfenberg reminded the Commissioners that firefighter interviews with PFC have been confirmed and will take place on Monday, October 28th and Thursday, October 31st. He noted that the first interview for both dates will be at 5:30 pm. 26. Communication: 2019 Swearing-In Ceremony AC Scharfenberg reminded the Commissioners that the department’s 2019 Swearing-In Ceremony will be conducted at Fire Station 2 on Wednesday, October 23rd and will begin at 5:30 pm. F. POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSION 27. PFC Financial Report The Commissioners had no questions or concerns about the financial report and it was placed on file accordingly. G. CLOSED SESSION None Scheduled H. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, on a motion made and seconded, the meeting adjourned at 6:52 pm. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 11/27/2019 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 All meetings of the {bdName} are public meetings. In order for the general public to make comments at the committee meetings, the individual(s) must be scheduled (as an appearance) with the chair of the committee or the appropriate staff contact; otherwise, the meeting of the committee is a working session for the committee itself, and discussion by those in attendance is limited to committee members, the mayor, other alderpersons, staff and others that may be a party to the matter being discussed. NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The City of West Allis does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, age, marital or veterans' status, sex, national origin, disability or any other legally protected status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs or activities. 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 8 Printed on 11/27/2019