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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Public Saferty Commission 09/14/2016\K: CITY OF PALM DESERT PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION MEETING APPROVED MINUTES WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 — 3:30 p.m. Palm Desert City Hall 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 Administrative Services Conference Room CALL TO ORDER Chairman Kramer and Vice Chair Harkins were absent; therefore, Commissioner Nethery called the meeting to order at 3:31 p.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioner Martin Nethery Commissioner James Butzbach Commissioner Gloria Kirkwood Commissioner Doug Luhring Commissioner Frank Taylor Absent: Chairman Terry Kramer Vice Chair Phyllis Harkins Also Present: Councilmember Susan Marie Weber Stephen Y. Aryan, Risk Manager Interim City Manager Justin McCarthy Captain David Teets, Palm Desert Police Department Chief Dan Talbot, Palm Desert Fire Department Lt. Anthony Baur, Palm Desert Police Department Frankie Riddle, Director of Special Programs Donna Evans, Recording Secretary ORAL COMMUNICATIONS NONE I. . Public Safety Commission Approved Minutes September 14, 2016 Page 2 IV. PRESENTATIONS A. Introduction of Palm Desert Sheriff Captain David Teets. Mr. Stephen Aryan first introduced Interim City Manager, Justin McCarthy. The Commissioners welcomed Mr. McCarthy and thanked him for filling in. Captain David Teets of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department was introduced and stated that he's honored to have been chosen to take over for Captain Sue Trevino at the Palm Desert Station and is looking forward to making the City a safe place and making law enforcement services the best. He stated that he began his career at the Palm Desert Station in 2011 and then was transferred to Sheriff's Administration in 2014. While he was in Palm Desert he was a Cove Lieutenant, worked in the investigations administration, and he was the liaison to the City of Rancho Mirage. After being promoted to Captain, he worked at both the Indio and Blythe jails and has been in the Coachella Valley for the last five years. The Commission welcomed Captain Teets. B. ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) Presentation Palm Desert Fire Captain Dan Talbot shared a PowerPoint presentation with the Commission. He explained the importance of treating myocardial infarctions in the field using 12-lead AKG's to transmit data directly to the catheter lab at the hospital so that the physician can assess the needs of the patient while the patient is en route to the hospital. The national goal from the time that the paramedics reach the patient in the field to the cardiac catheter lab and prepped for surgery is 90 minutes. With the STEMI program, this time has been reduced to 53 minutes. The sooner that the patient can be treated, the better chance of them maintaining their quality of life and not dying. V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES of the Regular Public Safety Commission Meeting of April 13, 2016. B. PALM DESERT SPECIALIZED UNITS End of the Month Report for July 2016. C. RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT/CAL FIRE End of the Month Report for August 2016. Commissioner Butzbach moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Kirkwood and carried by a 5-0-2 vote (AYES: Butzbach, Kirkwood, Luhring, Nethery, Taylor; NOES: None; ABSENT: Harkins, Kramer). Public Safety Commission Approved Minutes September 14, 2016 Page 3 VI. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER NONE. VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Approval to Accept from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, the 2016 Emergency Management Performance Grant Award in the amount of $12,822. Mr. Stephen Aryan distributed a corrected staff report to replace the staff report that was originally included in the Commission's packets. He stated that the grant is for $12,822 with approximately $5,100 to be dedicated to equipment to upgrade the Emergency Operations Center (projectors, computers, video display). The balance of the grant will be used to help defray the cost of the Emergency Services Coordinator (ESC). This is a matching grant; therefore, the City will have to match this amount. He noted that funds are already budgeted for the ESC position. Commissioner Kirkwood moved to, by Minute Motion, to recommend that the City Council. 1. Accept the FY 2016 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) through the California Governor's Office of Emergence Services (OES) in the amount of $12,822. 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all required grant documentation. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Luhring and carried by a 5-0-2 vote (AYES: Butzbach, Kirkwood, Luhring, Nethery, Taylor; NOES: None; ABSENT: Harkins, Kramer). B. Informational Report on Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant Funding for Minor Decoy and Shoulder Tap Programs. Mr. Stephen Aryan stated that these programs are administered through the Alcohol and Beverage Control Department to attempt to reduce alcohol related incidents. The program utilizes a minor decoy (under the age of 20), under the direct supervision of law enforcement officers, to solicit adults outside ABC licensed stores to purchase alcohol for the minor. Any person seen providing alcohol to the minor decoy is arrested. More often than not, transients are buying alcohol for minors, or sometimes keeping the money given to them by the minor. Public Safety Commission Approved Minutes September 14, 2016 Page 4 Commissioner Kirkwood moved to, by Minute Motion, receive and file. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Luhring and carried by a 5-0-2 vote (AYES: Butzbach, Kirkwood, Luhring, Nethery, Taylor; NOES: None; ABSENT: Harkins, Kramer). C. Adoption of Resolution No. 2016- : A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palm Desert Supporting the City's FY 2016 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant Application. Mr. Stephen Aryan stated that this grant is used to fund 100% of the CERT Program. Eric Cadden will continue to teach the classes, but he needs an additional instructor as well as materials. Adoption of this resolution permits staff to secure training reimbursement through the 2016 SHSP Grant, in the amount not to exceed $7,741, to host three to four Community Emergency Response Team courses. Commissioner Kirkwood moved to, by Minute Motion, recommend that the Palm Desert City Council: 1. Waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2016- 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute any required grant documentation. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Butzbach and carried by a 5-0-2 vote (AYES: Butzbach, Kirkwood, Luhring, Nethery, Taylor; NOES: None; ABSENT: Harkins, Kramer). D. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Indian Wells and the County of Riverside for the Purchase of a Mobile Emergency Operations Center Vehicle (MEOC). Mr. Aryan stated that the City of Palm Desert entered into a contract with the County of Riverside Emergency Management Department for a full-time Emergency Services Coordinator who is shared with the City of Indian Wells. At the time that this contract was taken to the City Council, it was also noted that the City would be entering into a MOU for the vehicle. The vehicle will then be donated back to the County because Mr. Cadden is required to take the vehicle home with him in the event that he has to respond to an emergency. If either party terminates this agreement, the City would be able to recoup its share of the money, which is approximately $31,000, not to exceed $35,000. The City of Indian Wells will be purchasing the vehicle and then they will be reimbursed Palm Desert's share. The County will pay for maintenance and insurance of the vehicle. The two cities will pay annually for mileage. Mr. Cadden stated that the vehicle will be equipped with radios, Code 3 equipment (lights and sirens), tools, and a mobile data computer. This will allow the vehicle to become a mobile command post in the field in the event of an emergency. Public Safety Commission Approved Minutes September 14, 2016 Page 5 Commissioner Kirkwood moved to, by Minute Motion, recommend that the Palm Desert City Council: 1. Approve the acquisition of a new 3/4-ton truck and necessary outfitting as a Mobile Emergency Operations Center; and 2. Authorize and direct the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Indian Wells and County of Riverside to equally share costs associated with the outfitting of a Mobile Emergency Operations Center vehicle with the City of Indian Wells; and 3. Authorize the donation of the vehicle to the County of Riverside to operate and maintain the vehicle on behalf of the Cities of Palm Desert and Indian Wells. Motion seconded by Commissioner Luhring and carried by a 5-0-2 vote (AYES: Butzbach, Kirkwood, Luhring, Nethery, Taylor; NOES: None; ABSENT: Harkins, Kramer). VIII. CONTINUED BUSINESS NONE IX. OLD BUSINESS NONE X. REPORT ON CITY COUNCIL ACTION(S) NONE XI. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. Citizens on Patrol Program Frankie Riddle stated that during the summer the COPS did a great job on their patrols. There are currently 27 members, however, during the summer some of the things that we always try to work on to gear up for the season are the promotions and training aspects of the program. The PSA will be revised and there will also be radio PSA's. She intends to work with the HOA's and gated communities to make presentations and participate in their newsletters in hopes of getting new volunteers. Ms. Riddle stated that she's also working with the Sheriff's Department and is hoping that they can add a link to their website to help with volunteer recruitment for the COPS program. They're going to put information on the back of the Police officers' business cards. Social media will be utilized as well. Some of the training that's been implemented is radio Public Safety Commission Approved Minutes September 14, 2016 Page 6 scanner training, which was well received by the volunteers. The COPS have been encouraged to attend the CERT training courses. Two new trucks have been ordered to replace two that will be designated as surplus. Commissioner Nethery asked about the number of members that they used to have. Ms. Riddle stated that they had 38 members and now are down to 27. Volunteers have been recruited, but every time someone was recruited, then she seems to lose someone. This has gone on for the past three years, but is hopeful that with new PR, the numbers will increase. Commissioner Kirkwood commended the COPS for their work and dedication to the City. B. Legislative Update Stephen Aryan commented that there are no updates. C. Police and Fire Departments 1. Coffee with a Cop Mr. Aryan stated that there are two Coffee with a Cop events scheduled this month; one was today at Westfield Mall and geared toward the merchants. Lt. Baur stated that there was modest participation, but once it's been introduced to them it'll become more popular. The people who attended thanked the officers for their efforts. It was very productive. The next Coffee with a Cop is scheduled on September 27 at the Starbucks on Hovley and Washington. Lt. Baur stated that he's trying to rotate these events throughout the City on a monthly basis, time permitting. The goal is to visit all areas of the City. Councilmember Weber asked about visiting HOA's? Lt. Baur stated that they have received some invites, which they'll look into. 2. Oral Update on the Stryker Gurneys Purchase Mr. Aryan stated that he had recommended replacing the hydraulic gurneys on all seven of our paramedic engines. Most of the gurneys were purchased in 2008 and have a seven year life expectancy so they're well overdue for replacement. The Fire Department had looked into a leasing program, but in conferring with the Director of Finance and looking at the actual credit application and insurance requirements, Staff felt that purchasing the gurneys outright was the better option. This recommendation will still have to be approved by the City Council. The cost of the gurneys will be approximately $125,000 which includes maintenance. The Fire Department has been asked to develop a replacement schedule for them so the City doesn't end up replacing them all at once in the future. Councilmember Weber asked how long the gurneys are covered under the maintenance program? Mr. Aryan commented that they're under warranty for two years with a five-year maintenance program. 3. Business District Team Public Safety Commission Approved Minutes September 14, 2016 Page 7 Sgt. Juan Zamora was introduced by Lt. Baur who stated that the Business District Team focuses on the businesses throughout the Palm Desert area. Sgt. Zamora stated that he grew up in Thermal so he knows the area well. His duties as a sergeant assigned to the Business District Team is to make sure that local businesses have a safe environment. He stated that his deputies are very active. They stop into businesses regularly, allowing them i to interact with business owners and learn about any issues they may be experiencing. Lt. Baur stated that they also interact with the homeless and transient population, who sometimes cause problems for merchants. Sgt. Zamora commented that they have a humane approach and they first offer assistance and ask if they want help off the street. If not, then they deal with the issue based on the situation. It was also noted that a CVAG subcommittee helps with the homeless issues in the Valley. The Police Department is also working on the holiday theft suppression plan for this coming holiday season. D. Staff Mr. Aryan stated that the City has hired a new City Manager, Lauri Aylaian, who will start on October 3, 2016. E. Public Safetv Commissioners Commissioner Taylor stated that the Sheriff has asked him to run the aircraft operation trial program. He's been running it since June 1, 2016, and the certification process is completed, so they're now available for search and rescue operations in Riverside County. Commissioner Taylor invited the commissioners to come out and watch them train on Saturdays and Mondays at a sod farm in Coachella. He stated that he would give the contact information to Mr. Aryan if anyone would like to come out for a visit. XII. NEXT MEETING DATE —October 12, 2016 XIII. ADJOURNMENT With commissioner concurrence, the meeting was adjourned at 4:08 p.m. "ate Donna Evans, Recording Secretary