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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1988Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting January 19, 1968 i Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Presiding Official: DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Aldermen John Bleveans Jack Korshak, Lorraine Morton, and John Rudy Alderman Dennis Drummer Chief of Police Ernest A. Jacobi Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski Lieutenant John Popadowski Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:45 p.m. by Alderman Bleveans in room 2402 at the Civic Center. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which items were removed. Item I. - Minutes The minutes of the November 17, 1987 meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item II. -- Communications 4 The Committee reviewed the budget option regarding the Animal Shelter Coordinator. This option was not included in the proposed budget. After reviewing this option, the Committee felt it was an area that needed additional assistance. However, the Committee felt the option was costly. The Committee recommended that Chie: Jacobi noci:y the option from a full-time coordinator to a part-time position. The Committee indicated that the part-time position would be a more cost effective way to improve staffing for the Animal Shelter. H_^.erman Rudy agreed to present this modified option on the Commcehalf at the Saturday budget hearing on ,January 23, 1986. The Committee reviewed fifteen citizen letters and one aware. The Committee requested that these items be sent to all Council members. Alderman Morton congratulated the Department on these items. 1-19-88 Page 1 of 3 I Item III. - Complaint Reviews • 87-012 Complainant: B/M 26 Years of Age Charges: Theft Accused: W/M 34 Years of Age Youth Officer Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer took $120.00 USC from him at the time of the arrest. The officer denied the allegation, indicating the complainant never had any money. The complainant refused to participate further in the investigation therefore it was classified as unresolved. Disposition by Chief: Unresolved. Review by Committee: Accepted. s 87-014 Complainant: H/M, 28 Years of Age Charges: Unnecessary Force Accused: W/M 26 Years of Age -Uniformed Officer Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer kicked him after the officer escorted him from a building. The accused officer had been called to the premises where the complainant was causing problems. The victims requested that the complainant leave and the accused officer escorted him out. The accused officer denies kicking the complainant. Item IV. - Other Business • Chief Jacobi informed the Committee that the Department was able to secure several cages at the Animal Shelter for Pit Bulls for urcer $200.00. • The Committee reviewed new meeting dates in order to avoid conflicts with other meetings. The Committee decided to change to the Is,: Thursday of each month starting in February. • Alderman Korshak commented on the current proposal for additional parking enforcement officers at a cost of approximately S40,000 per person. He felt this cost was high and included a vehicle. He felt the parking officers should walk. Also, Alderman Korshak: ment`_oned that he plans to suggest that when new parking meters are ordered trey include a five minute delay feature. The five minute period .iould be a grace period which begins after the meter expires. A-_c.'ket would not 1-19-88 Page 2 of 3 be written until the five minute period is over. Alderman Korshak felt this grace period would help to minimize complaints from violators about parking enforcement officers writing tickets as soon as the meter expires. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. EAJ:jk DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Respectfully submitted, Ernest acobi Chief o &Police 1-19-88 3 of 3 DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting February 4, 1988 Members Present: Aldermen John Bleveans, Jack Korshak, Lorraine Morton, and John Rudy Member Absent: Alderman Drummer Staff Present: Chief of Police Ernest A. Jacobi Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski Lieutenant John Popadoaiski K. Hile, Records Supervisor Presidinq Official: Alderman John Bleveans The meetino of the Police Services Cnmmittee was convened at 7:45 p.m. by Alderman Bleveans. The meeting was held at the Evanston Police Department Records Bureau. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which items i'rele handled. Item 1. - Minutes The minutes of the .January 19. 1988 meetlnn were reviewed and accented. Item II. - Communication, • l n'#r r'lt:,-en 1-1" nrcz :•3erf, arrPntnr'• i t t'm 1 I I . - I -It hr'r BllS lnes�s • The Committee re+. i el°ted the proposed %n l se Ord l npr _ the Ens i rnnment 7 I f :)nt rr) I nnn rd. 1") Pra I rhanv-'� ! anrtuagp f)f t hr, h" t r•, -- nMm1 t t Pt' fhe (`0-71t tF'e ,4•fit J—t-0 tr) :I( t.(jaI IY 'IoaF ')i-)]!;fF �_P •c_ r . IP1-'Is tr7 (10't F'rI'ilrlF' 'hp nfti'rli]\F'r15i5 nt I11)15Pr .�tiP p , .ilderm-in Indlcnted hr :a1 0(1 tr` to demonst rat ions at F Fir nF'. F rTWPt inrl :i) th Dr. I aiji , ;Mdlnll)C1:it_ l•llth '.nrthorstF'rn !In 11r'r;lt`.. "Iho pry _ �^L. e': r'�i a;gistanc- to tho Roard on thi- nrdlnancr'. '-Ir from the fni ►rnnmrntal ['untrol Board, attended t-F -eot ;:-^nn, "flth Fo,n rltl:e*i,;. -a-a� Page 1 o. C • Mr. Ken Nile, Records Bureau Supervisor, gave the Committee a demonstration of the Police Information Management System (PIMS) which is the Department's automated record keeping system. Mr. Mile demonstrated all the facets of the system. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, §Chief p Jacobi o Police EAJ:jk DRAFT. NOT APPROVED -4-88 Page 2 of 2 a Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting March 3, 1988 Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Presidinq Official: DRAFT. %OT APPROVED Aldermen John Bleveans, Dennis Drummer, and John Rudy Aldermen .lack Korshak and Lorraine Morton Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski Lieutenant John Popadowski Serqeant Thomas Gallivan Alderman John Bleveans The meetinq of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:45 p.m. by Alderman Bleveans. The meetinq was held at the Civic Center, Room 2403. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which items were handled. Item 1. - Minutes The minutes of the Fehruary 4. 1988 meetinq mere rep sewed ari accepted. Item 1 1 . - (nmmun scat ions The N11111.f article regardinq the Partnership was icceptec. * ThP CUP.1 magazine article rogvirdinq Detective 7 -ien'S '.'ner invest igat ion nas reviewed. r The Department'q Annuat Traininq Report for '4 An-- _A- PO. Item 11 I . - Complaint Rev ie0s m H7-Qn7 Complainant : R M 21 )tzar, of Aqe rharops : l ices i t v 1 orce accuse:!: W 14 Si )ears of Aqe, tar! .--. Pine 1 ,f DRaf 1. % ;;r,OF Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer struck him while at the station after his arrest. The accused officer denied the allegation and stated that he struck the complainant in self defense after the complainant raised his fists to the officer. Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained. However, the accused officer was disciplined for a procedural violation. Review by Committee: Accepted. A 87-011 Complainant: B/M 17 Years of Age Charges: Verbal Abuse Accused: W/M 31 Years or age Tactical Officer Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer stopped his vehicle and threatened to do bodily harm to him. The officer denied the allegation. Disposition by Chief: Unfounded. Review by Committee: Accepted. A 87-013 Complainant: B/F 40 tears of age Charges: Unprofessional Conduct Accused: B/M 38 Years of Age Unifor-ed Patrnl officer W 1.1 77 (-arc if Ache Dt--: WIN 3,� lPars of Aqe tiMjt'' ''dicer 5ummar, : Police units (•sere d i spat cl— -) ar- area where six youths t',ere throwing r1cKs frog `he railroad tracks. )eteral �o(iths :rF.e arrested. The romplainant il!r-rinr1 that nct ed ,r,1,r . (,4 1 �ot)tn •3 ne r (-).-i r` den i e(1 t he i l l r(}a t: r)r << Dispnsit ion b,� Chief: Rev ipt-, h" Committee: Not %stained. Accpnted. if A DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Complainant: W/F 35 Years of Age Charges: Battery Accused: W/M 41 Years of Age Patrol Sergeant Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer threatened her with a gun and hit her. The accused officer denied the allegation and indicated that the complainant and he have had an on -going frienship for ten years which has recently encountered some problems. Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained. Review by Committee: Accepted. a 87-017 Complainant: B/M 15 Years of Age Charges; Excessive Force Accused: W/M 29 Years of Age Tactical Officer Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer pushed him during a stopped iehicle incident. The accused officer denied the allegation. Disposition by Chief: Unfounded. Review by Committee: Accepted. Item Il. - Other Business Alderman Rlpteans provided an update on the propn!;e4, poise ordinance. He indicated that he sent copies of the ordinanre fa the Chamber cf Commerce and North-lestern University for comments as to the possible impact of the nrdinance. alderman Rlf?%.eans stated '^at the Chamtipr was neutral on the issue. %orthviestr,rn l}ni�ersit� ^a- -lot vet responded and v,i l l do ;n f.�r the at)r1l mf-pt ing. alderman f31= . ,ns indicates that he l`lanted to qet v;-iijrli i f-edhack or4 t nf' p,r pn ,P(', ..' ance as before any ac! 1 in --in; t:il,eri. the meetinq adjourned at 9:2, p.m. EAJ:)k RPspec tfuII 5-.o171tted. frne t, a �7ac Chief age j of i ���i� � �I II,� � i �� p� � II' II��I "� 11 'l�� III III!' i ' �� �'� Ili' I�' � ^ II '" � I'�r �I �� i �� •�}��� ia�� � ���I}I, ��� �� ���� �hpli, �i����� ��Ir t Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting April 7, 1988 Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Presiding Official: DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Aldermen John Bleveans, Jack Korshak, and John Rudy Aldermen Dennis Drummer and Lorraine Morton Chief of Police Ernest A. Jacobi Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski Lieutenant John Popadowski Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:50 p.m. by Aldermen Bleveans. The meeting was held at the Citric Center, Room 2403. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which items were handled. Item I. - Minutes The minutes from the March 3, 1988 meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item II. - Communications 0 T-n citizen letters :-)ere reviewed. • The ALERT was reviewed. i The Annual Report from the Internal Affairs Bureau vias reviewed. The Committee requested some additional information on internal disciplinary actions. The Chief indicated he r,ould provide an overview at the next meeting. Item 1 I I. - "omplaint Re-,ieris 8 H7-018 Complainant: B,F, ?? Years of Aqe Charges: Theft Accused: W'M 41 fears of age Unifn,-ej Sergeant 841 37 tiears of Age Police F scer 13."M 46 Years or Age Polk- ".� f icer 1.-JJ1 36 years of age Police-`slcer B t-1 26 years of Aqe Po ic- -.- `icer 4-7-88 1 of 3 DHAF I, NU I APPHOLILD 6. • Summary: The complainant alleged that after she was arrested, some unknown officers took $100 from her purse while in the lock -up. The officers denied the allegation. Disposition by Chief: Review by Committee: 88-001 Unfounded• Accepted. Complainant: B/F 26 Years of age. B/M 41 Years of age Charges: Unprofessional conduct Accused: B/M 44 Years of Age Uniformed Patrol Officer Summary: The complainants alleged that the accused officer acted unprofessionally during a landlord tenant argument involving them. The accused officer denied the allegation and stated he followed procedures. Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained Review by Committee: Accepted BB-002 Complainant: B/M 38 Years of age Charges: Damage to Property Accused: Nine Officers Summary: The complainant alleged that nine members of the Evanston Police '-Ppartment executed a search warrant at her premises and caused damage. The accused officers denied the allegation. The complainant was unable to show proof of any damage. Disposition by Chief: Unfounded Review by Committee: Accepted Alderman Korshak presented a letter t❑ the Committee regarding the conduct of some officers in reference to attendin4 to private business matters while on duty. The Chief indicated that ~e :jas already v,orking on this matter and will report hack to the Commit'ee. -_AA 2 of 4 r DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Item IV. - Other Business Laura Wilbur, Ph.O., Professor of Audiology, Northwestern University, gave a demonstration of decibel levels that are referred to in the proposed ordinance, e.g. 60, 50, and 40 decibels. Ms. Wilbur provided the Committee with a decibel level scale ranging from 0 through 155 decibels with the associated source. The Committee questioned the reasonableness and practicality of the decible levels as stated in the ordinance after hearing the demonstration. Mr. Mike Weston, resident as well as a lawyer for Northwestern University, raised some critical concerns in reference to the proposed ordinance. Some of his concerns are summarized as follows: @ The ordinance failed to deal with, or exempt transportation facilities, e.g. "L" train, trains, or airplanes. • The ordinance established one set of noise thresholds for the whole city, and did not consider the noise levels for the different areas of the City. r The Ordinance did not recognize special noise levels considerations for such events as parades, atheletic events, 4th of July, outdoor concerts, etc. a Mr. Weston indicated running his new lawn mower could violate the ordinance. r In reference to filing a complaint about noise in a particular room, the ordinance was not clear as to whether a person had to close the windows in the room before being able to file a complaint about excessive noise in the room. Mr. Weston indicated that the noise levels may not be fair in respect to the different type of building construction. A poorly constructed house may bear noise differently from a well constructed house. After hearing 1•1r. Weston's remarks, the Committee requested that the Environmental Control Board take another look at the proposed ordinance in view of its applicability and enforceability. Ms. Donna Hriljac, Environmental Control Board, was present at the meeting and accepted the Committee's request. However, the Committee agreed to amend the current, ordinance regarding the auto alarm provision to four minutes. Alder7an K evr,ans indicated that he would initiate the change. The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m. EAJ:jk pec ul-J ubmitted, rnest . Jacobi Chie` o Pc::ce 4-7-8B 3of3 DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting June 2nd, 1988 Members Present: Aldermen John Bleveans, Lorraine Morton, Dennis Drummer and John Rudy Members Absent: Alderman Jack Korshak Staff Present: Chief of Police Ernest A. Jacobi Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski Lieutenant John Popadowski Presiding Official: Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:30 p.m. by Alderman Bleveans. This meeting was held at the Civic Center, Room 2403. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which they werre handled. It3m I - Minutes The minutes from the April 7th, 1988 meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item II - Communications • Seven citizen letters were reviewed. • Alderman Bleveans discussed the amendment to the noise ordinance reflecting a change in the motor vehicle alarm section restricting audibld signal operation to four (4) minutes. Alderman Bleveans stated he would present the amendment at the next Council meeting. The Commitee approved a motion to present the amendment to Council. • The Internal Affairs Bureau Quarterly Report was reviewed and highlighted by Chief Jacobi. a The Committee reviewed two sample Department Inquiries. Item III - Complaint Reviews • C.R. 88-003 Complainant: B/F, 27 Years of Age Charge: Police Brutality Accused: W/M, 30 Years of Age, Uniformed Patrol Officer W/M, 29 Years of Age, Uniformed Patrol Officer Summary: The complainant alleged that while being arrested Evanston Patrol Officers used unreasonable force which resulted in a fracture to her wrist. 6-2-88 Page 1 of Two Disposition by Chief: Review by a Committee: Item IV - Other Business Not Sustained Accepted DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Discussion was initiated on a proposed ordinance prohibiting dogs to go on or be upon any public playground or public park within the city. • Alderman Rainey indicated that such an ordinance would be responsive and a reaction to poor owner behavior. a Alderman Drummer expressed concern in the area of over regulation and felt feedback from community was needed. • Chief Jacobi indicated that enforcement of a dog ban would be easier enforced than the current dog litter controls. f Chief Jacobi also advised that the Park Rangers are currently being utilized in this area of enforcement. • Citizen participation in the meeting included neighborhood reaction to the dog litter problem and reference to other municipalities in the area currently utilizing a dog ban in public parks. • Discussion reflected that it would be more appropriate to amend the current ordinance rather than proposing a new Dog Ban Ordinance. Alderman Bleveans requested that a draft amendment be prepared and available for the next Police Services Committee meeting on July 7th, 1988. He further requested that a memo be prepared and sent to the City Council in time for the June 13th session so that both the aldermen and public, will be aware of its consideration on July 7th. The memo would advise of the proposed amendment and request participation at the next Police Services Committee meeting. Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski was asked to present highlights from the Evanston Police Department "Summer Plan". Chief Kaminski explained the plan and the participation of various police department elements in that plan. The meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m, EAJ : j k Respectfully submitted, X . Ernest A. Jaco Chief of Polic 6-2-88 Page 2 of Two II '' Il" !II III "II°p," DRAFT, NOT APPROVED -�' Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting July 7, 1988 Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Presiding Official: Aldermen John Bleveans, Jack Korshak, John Rudy Aldermen Dennis Drummer and Lorraine Mortor Deputy Chief James Edwards Lieutenant John Popadowski Sergeant Thomas Gallivan Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:45 p.m. by Alderman Bleveans. This meeting was held at the Civic Center Council Chambers. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which they were handled. Item 1. - Minutes The minutes from the June 2nd 198E meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item II. - Communications s Ten citizen letters were reviewed. w Alderman Bleveans explained the process by which an alderman makes a suggestion on a possible ordinance, or ordinance amendment. He then requested community feedback on the Dog Ban Amendment. • Thirty -trio persons in attendance requested the opportunity to voice an npinion on the amendment being considered by the Committee. a All thirty-two persons voiced disapproval of the amendment. e Alderman Korshak indicated he was opposed to the amendment. He also advised that he felt the meeting was an excellent coportunity for members of the community to voice their opinion and take part in community affairs. • Alderman Rudy advised that the Committee v,as just hearing the opinions of responsible dog owners, but also had to consider the rights of those in favor of the ban. He explained the aldermen's responsibility to attempt to mediate the conflict between people having opposing points of view an an issue. 7-;-88 Page 1 of 4 DRAFT, NOT APPROVED • A vote was taken and a three to 0 outcome resulted in a decision not to go forward with the amendment. Alderman Korshak made the motion seconded by Alderman Rudy. • Alderman Bleveans requested that persons interested in forming a Citizens Committee For the purpose of making recommendations in regard to park usage and animal restrictions, sign up after the meeting. Item III. - Complaint Reviews a C.R. 88-004 Complainant: W/M 36 Years of Age Charge: Inefficient Services Accused: W/F 38 Years of Age Uniform Patrol Officer W/M 36 Years of Age Uniform Patrol Officer Summary: Complainant alleged he called police to report a subject knocking on his door at 2:30 a.m. He indicates it took police 10 minutes to respond, and after picking up the subject the officers did not check with him to see if it was the right subject or if he and his family were all right. Disposition by Chief: Sustained Review by Committee: Accepted • C.R. 88-005 Complainant: B/M 44 Years of Age Charge: Inefficient service Accused: H/M 35 Years of Age Uniform Officer W/M 32 Years of Age Uniform Officer W/M 34 Years of Age Uniform Officer Summary: Three officers involved in two separate incidents were allegedly unfair and inappropriate in their treatment of the complainant. They allegedly also did incorrect reports reflecting the two incidents. Disposition by Chief: Accused Officer #1 sustained Accused Officer lit Exonerated Accused Officer #3 Exonerated Review by Committee: Accepted 7-7-88 Page 2 of 4 1poll, DRAFT, NOT APPROVED a C.R. 88-006 Complainant: W/F 35 Years of Age Charge: Unprofessional manner Answering 911 line Accused: W/F 36 Years of Age Communications Operator Summary: Complainant called 911 reporting a subject at her door harassing her. The accused operator allegedly began asking unimportant questions, began yelling, and told the complainant to shut up. Disposition by Chief: Review by Committee: a C.R. 88-007 Complainant: Charge: Accused: Withdrawn - Review indicated the need for counseling for this operator. Accepted. B/M 19 Years of Age Mistreatment - excessive force W/M 35 Years of Age Uniform Officer W/M.39 Years of Age Uniform Officer Summary: Complainant alleged he was delivering newspapers in a building at 3:30 a.m. He was confronted by two uniform officers with guns drawn who advised that he fit the description of an auto thief they were chasing. The complainant's story was checked and he was released. Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained Review by Committee: Accepted Item IV. - Other Business Alderman Rudy advised that he gets weekly calls about lake front park problems which include late night and early morning noise from swimmers and boat users. s Alderman Rudy also suggested that Public Works and other Departments in the City review the problems in the parks and determine what action could be taken. • Alderman Korshak indicated he felt the Park Rangers should be under the direction of the Police Department rather than Recreation. He asked if the Rangers had any training conducted by the Police Department. 7-7-88 Page 3 of DRAFT, NOT APPROVED • Deputy Chief Edwards advised that the Rangers did receive training from the Department. The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, r Ernest A. Ja i Chief of Police 911-0 EAJ:jk 7--7-88 Page 4 of 4 ice, � ,���• �i N Minutes of the Police Services Cmmittee Meeting Septerrber 1st, 1988 Members Present: Aldermen John Bleveans, Jack Korshok, and John Rudy Merbers Absent: Aldermen Dennis Dru-nrer and Lorraine Norton Staff Present: Lieutenant John Popadowski Sergeant Than -as Gallivan Presiding Official: Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Cmmittee was convened at 7:30 p.m by Aldermen Bleveans. This meeting was held at the Civic Center, Roan 2403. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which they were handled. Item 1. - Minutes The minutes from the July 7th, 1988 meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item 11. - C nTrunlcat ions r Eight citizen letters were reviewed. • Alde m-nn Bleveans suggested that the citizen letters be sent to the full council for review. • Alderman Rudy asked about the progress of the Park Usage and Animal Restriction Citizen Carmittee. Alderman Rudy's concern was for possible dog restrictions in areas such as Tot Lots, School Playground, etc. Alderrmn Bleveans indicated the carmittee was progressing in the area of organizing and that he would toll and determine their status. Item III. - Czrmlaint Reviews i C.R. 88-008 CarpIaInant: W/M 33 Years of Age Charge: Inefficient Service Accused: B/M 40 Years of Age, Uniform Patrol Officer Sunrary: The carplainant alleged police responded to a call of a disturbance in a park involving two waren. One was the carplainant's babysitter. The other was a person who appeared to have sane type of mental problem. The carplainant alleged the one female had grabbed one of his children and atterpted to run from the park. The caTploinant contends officers Trade no arrest and failed to docum nt the incident correctly in a report. 9-1-88 Page 1 of Three • s Disposition by Chief: Sustained. Review by Cazmittee: Accepted. C.R. 88-009 Carrplainant: B/M 28 Years of Age Charge: Overly agressive and rude Accused: B/M 40 Years of Age, Uniform Patrol Officer Sunrary: Ca-rplainant alleged the officer was overly agressive and rude while confronted on Church Street. Conplainant contends he was parked in a no parking zone waiting for an available legal space when he was told to inrrediately pull away by the officer. The carplainant backed up approximately 15 feet and again waited for a legal space. The officer directed the canplainant into the station where he allegedly yelled at the carploinant and issued him two traffic tickets. Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained. Review by Cansnittee: Accepted. C.R. 88-012 CarpIaInon t B/M 41 Years of Age Charge: illegal search and mistreatment Accused: W/M 37 Years of Age, Uniform Patrol Officer Sum-ary: The carplainant who is an Evanston police officer on suspension was stopped by the accused officer at Oakton and Callan. The carplainant indicated he was walking to the "El" when stopped and searched for no apparent reason. The accused officer stated he observed the carplainont vulking with what appeared to be a pistol holster hanging from his belt. The officer indicated he knew the ca-rplainant to be a suspended policaran, who while under suspension, was forbidden to carry a gun. On closer examination, the officer found the holster to contain a knife. Disposition by Chief: Exonerated. Review by Canmittee: Accepted. 9-1-88 Page 2 of Three • r Item IV. - Other Business Aldermmn Korshak Indicated his concern over what appeared to be an Increase In poor driving habits and traffic violations In the city. At Aldermmn Korshak's request, a report was prepared by Chief Jacobi which reflected a ccrrparlson analysis of accidents, citations, conviction rates, etc. Copies of the report were distributed to the merrbe r s . e Aldermmn Rudy indicated he has observed large groups gathering In the area of Church and Sherman during night time hours. He requested an evaluation of a possible Increase In police presence In that particular area. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. EAJ:jk Respectfully suLmitted, L Pacobi lice 9-1-88 Page 3 of ihre Members Present: Members Absent: Staff Present: Presiding Official: DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting 1'�ecemcer 1,.._1988 Aldermen John Bleveans, Jack Korshak, and John Rudy Aldermen Dennis Drummer and Lorraine Morton Chief Ernest A. Jacobi Deputy Chief Frank Kaminski Commander John Popadowski Sergeant Thomas Gallivan Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:45p.m. by Alderman Bleveans. This meeting was held at the Civic Center, Room 2401. The items do not necessarily reflect the order in which they were handled. Item 1. Minutes The minutes from the September lst, 1488 meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item II. - Communications • Ten citizen letters were reviewed. Alderman Bleveans requested that the citizen letters be sent to the full council for review. Item III. - Complaint Reviews • C.R. 88-011 Complainant: B/M 17 Years of Age Charge: Illegal stop Accused: WiM 28 Years of Age Y--._- :"-,cer W/M 30 Years of Age De:ec_-ie Summary: The complainant allege `na: tnP accused officers stopped and Ce_a'rec nim without justification. Both officers Denied the allegation indicating _^er ;tc;ped the complainant because he :. —�e Description of a person wanted for a D,,r7;arf to auto that had just occurred. • DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained Review by Committee: Accepted C.R. 88-013 Complainant: HIM 26 Years of Age Charge: Excessive Force Accused: W/M 40 Years of Age plain clothes officer HIM 30 Years of Age uniformed officer Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officers used excessive force and foul language during his arrest. The officers denied the allegation. Disposition by Chief: Exonerated Review by Committee: Accepted C.R. 88-014 Complainant: 8!F 32 Years of Age Charge: Excessive Force Accused: B/M 28 Years of Age, uniformed officer Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officer used unreasonable force and foul language during her arrest as well as improperly issuing a citation. The accused officer denied the allegation. Disposition by Chief: Review by Committee: Not Sustained - Excessive Force Sustained -Violation of Procedure on Inventorying property Accepted Complainant: B/M 32 Years of Age Charge: Illegal stop Accused: W/M 38 Years of Age uniformed officer Summary: Tne complain3nt alle;ea .nat me Has 11legallf detained for a show-uo oy -ne accused officer. Tne accused officer denied the allegation and indicated that the complainant was detained because he matched the description of a person wanted for assaulting a female that had just occurred. Disposition by Chief: Exonerated - Illegal Stop Sustained - Violation of General Order on reporting procedures Review by Committee: Accepted 12-1-88 Page 2 of 4 • C.R. 88-016 Complainant: Charge: Accused: B/M 22 Years of Age Excessive Force Failure to Identify B/M 41 Years of Age DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Summary: The complainant alleged that the accused officers used excessive force during his arrest. The accused officer denied the allegation. Disposition by Chief: Not Sustained Review by Committee: Accepted IV. Other Business • The Bike Patrol issue was postponed until the next meeting. • The Chief addressed the reference made to the Police Services Committee regarding departmental procedures dealing with Northwestern University Department of Public Safety by presenting the Department's Standard Operating Procedural Manual on this topic. The Committee will review this and address it at the next meeting. • The panhandling reference was discussed. Alderman Rudy presented some information which he requested to be discussed at the next meeting. • Mayor Barr addressed the Committee regarding her reference on Drugs and Alcohol. She requested that the Police Services Committee review current ordinances and laws dealing with drugs and alcohol in order to determine if these are adequate. In addition, she requested the Police Services Committee examine the enforcement practices regarding alcohol and drugs, specifically on parental responsibility, minors orinking, ,i;,jor license establishments sale to minors, teenage drink,,rg a* fraternity houses, and sale of drugs at the hign school. C.erall, the Mayor commissioned the Police Services Commit.e;--- .o see what currently is available and what we need in ❑rcee address these areas. Alderman Korsnak responded and md'�ated .",e .D :heSt? questions are already kncwn, that is, to give _-F zo;;ce the resources, both equipment and personnel, to cc - e ,ob. The Mayor and Committee members agreed eilth Alcer—ar ►;orsnak's assessment. The budget option regarding additional police —e.curces for drug enforcement currently with the City Marage, nas aiscussed along with the budgetary implications. The Committee requested that Chief Jacobi ga:rer same data requesting police manpower resources and crime `,r the Committee to review. Page a 3of 4 DRAFT, tin i APFRC o EJ The Committee decided to meet again on 12-21-88 in order to consider this data and to determine how to present information to council for review. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 a.m. Respectfully submitted, iChgieiftPoilice EAJ:jk 1LI-1-88 Page 4 of 4 Minutes of the Police Services Committee Meeting December 21, 1988 DRAFT, NOT APPROVED Members Present: Aldermen John Bleveans, Jack Korshak, and John Rudy Members Absent: Aldermen Dennis Drummer and Lorraine Morton Staff Present: Chief Ernest A. Jacobi Commander John Popadowski Presiding Official: Alderman John Bleveans The meeting of the Police Services Committee was convened at 7:45 p.m. by Alderman Bleveans. This meeting was held at the Civic Center, Room 2401. Item I. -- Minutes The minutes from the December 1st, 1988 meeting were reviewed and accepted. Item II. - Other Business • Chief Jacobi presented a report to the Committee reflecting comparison data regarding the Index Crime Rate and Law Enforcement Employment Rate. • Alderman Bleveans presented a draft memo to be presented to the Mayor and City Council. The memo was in response to Mayor Barr's State of the City request in regard to drug -related problems within the City. The memo addressed ordinances, and policies, extent of enforcement and a recommendation. • Alderman Korshak indicated that added attention on the drug enforcement area was urgent, However, it may be appropriate to think of a long term solution. a Chief Jacobi explained the importance of the vice and function. Vie indicated additional manpower would lead to more frequent liquor inspections also. He advised that drugs also affect other crimes. a Alderman Korshak requested that a future meeting look over the concerns of offender court dispostions regarding offense reduction and discharges. Alderman Korshak requested statistical data for the rr::ew. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submit -ea. Ernes Jacobi Chief of Police EAJ:Jk