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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 Board of Police Commissioners Minutes - All NIA SIN Lansing Police Department -- Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 rc H 1 G Mike Yankowski,Chief Phone: (517)483-4600 Virg Bernero,Mayor Fax: (517) 377-0162 BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING OFTUESDAY,January V,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT- Commissioner Patty Farhat, Chairperson Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Member Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Drew Macon, Member Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Bill Renfrew, Member Joan Jackson Johnson, Director of Human Commissioner Maria Mejorado, Member(Via Phone) Resources&Community Services Commissioner Linda Sanchez-Gazella, Member Kristen Simmons, Legal Advisor Commissioner Clyde Carnegie, Member r-- MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS PRESENT: None. CID Cil CALLTOORDER _ nn After establishing a quorum, Commissioner Farhat called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. Commissioner Carnegie led the Pled; of QNiance. A moment of silence was held for Reverend Michael Murphy and police officers around the country that have died in the Ilne-of-dy4y. commissioner Farhat welcomed and introduced Commissioner Sanchez-Gazella who will be representing the 2^d Ward. Everyone preserjt_at the-meeting;in trod uced themselves. Commissioner Sanchez-Gazella gave a brief overview of her experience and background. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS - None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA None. SPECIAL PRESENTATION None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Board reviewed the December, 2014 Minutes. Commissioner Macon made a motion to approve the December Minutes, supported by Commissioner Renfrew; approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of December, 2014, were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk's Office. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Chief Mike Yankowski gave the Education Presentation which focused on issues happening in the country and President Obama's Law Enforcement Task Force and how the Lansing Police Department is involved at the national level. Chief Yankowski explained the President,at the State of the Union speech, would probably speak about 21st Century Policing and how to improve police and community relations. Community policing is based on nine principals developed by Sir Robert Peel as follows: PRINCIPLE 1 "The basic mission for which the police exist is to prevent crime and disorder." PRINCIPLE 2"The ability of the police to perform their duties is dependent upon public approval of police actions." PRINCIPLE 3"Police must secure the willing cooperation of the public in voluntary observance of the law to be able to secure and maintain the respect of the public." PRINCIPLE 4"The degree of cooperation of the public that can be secured diminishes proportionately to the necessity of the use of physical force." 2-Page Board of Police Commissioners Meeting of 2/18/2015 PRINCIPLE 5"Police seek and preserve public favor not by catering to the public opinion but by constantly demonstrating absolute impartial service to the law". PRINCIPLE 6"Police use physical force to the extent necessary to secure observance of the law or to restore order only when the exercise of persuasion,advice,and warning is found to be insufficient." PRINCIPLE 7"Police,at all times,should maintain a relationship with the public that gives reality to the historic tradition that the police are the public and the public are the police;the police being only members of the public who are paid to give full-time attention to duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence." PRINCIPLE 8"Police should always direct their action strictly towards their functions and never appear to usurp the powers of the judiciary". PRINCIPLE 9"The test of police efficiency is the absence of crime and disorder,not the visible evidence of police action in dealing with it." President Obama formed a Task Force chaired by Charles Ramsey. The President assigned the following tasks: • Expand 21s1 Century Community Policing • Equip local law enforcement with military style equipment through the 1033 Program • Advance the use of body-worn cameras for all officers • Training Chief Yankowski serves on the task force and is focusing on the following topics regarding the connection between the federal government and the local level: • Police legitimacy and community policing philosophies • Obtain federal grants • Training-Implied bias,procedural justice and ethics • Body-worn cameras • Expanding Community Policing • Restart the Citizens Police Academy • Recruiting ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTfrom Chief Mike Yankowsl • Welcomed Commissioner Sanchez-Gazella • Discussed a fatal fire at a Friendship Manor • Detective Loren DeYoung retired • The hiring process is moving forward and twenty plus officers should be hired in 2015 • Introduced and welcomed Kristen Simmons,Assistant City Attorney and the department's Legal Advisor • The budget process is beginning. Denis Prisk, Budget Controller is working on a rough draft • Officer Pedro Valdez was involved in a traffic accident and is recovering • Three officers were injured in the course of their duties after a B&E arrest • Lee McCallister, Cold Case Detective obtained a warrant on a 2'Y2 year old unsolved homicide • Tri-Tech, a new 911 system,will go live on April 15,2015 • Lieutenant Cherie Ballor will attend MSU's School of Staff and Command • Lieutenant Tom Fabus will attend the FBI Academy • Attended the Martin Luther King,Jr.,event at the Lansing Center • The New Hire Reception will be held on February 25,2015,at the LPD Op's Center • The FOP Non-Supervisory Union is the process of trying to ratify their contract LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE from Kristen Simmons None. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON REPORTfrom DR.JOAN JACKSON-JOHNSON • The fire at Friendship Manor was a challenge with five buses of individuals that were housed "temporarily" at the Lansing Center. The collaborative effort from local leaders was wonderful. • Officer Matt Salmon helped out with the Mobile Food Pantry and did a great job. SI �G LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517)483.4600 (TDDNoice) f Fax: (517)377-0162 cHIG �' Virg Bernero, Mayor Interim Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS r MEETING AGENDA FOR JANUARY 21,2014 5:30 p.m. ' I. Call to Order—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance II. PUBLIC COMMENT r A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) Co III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation —Topic: VI. Administrative Report—Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) Vill. Human Relations & Community Services Liaison — Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present (Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson (Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson Board of Police Commissioners Agenda Page 1 of 1 PNSrM LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue 1 emu" Lansing,MI 48933 . a l ` Phone: (517)483-4600 1 r t Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bernero,Mayor Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting Of January 21st,2014 Meeting Minutes for January MEMBERS PRESENT; OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Chair Mike Yankowski,Chief of Police Commissioner Patty Farhat Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Bob Noordhoek Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Jan Kolp Michelle Reddish, Secretary Commissioner Bill Renfrew Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson, Human Relations Commissioner Clyde Carnegie Commissioner Drew Macon MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: MEMBERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Maria Mejorado CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: After having established a quorum,the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m. Commissioner Macon led the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Kowalk asked for a moment of silence for Commissioner Macon's father. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Jan Kolp asked Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson to add to the Agenda discussion of purchasing Commissioner business cards and the City of Lansing L-HOPE Program. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she contacted the Mayor's office to check the status of the L-Hope Program and was told that it had been discontinued. The board discussed whether they should ask the Mayor to reinstate the Lansing L-Hope Program. After further discussion by the board, Commissioner Noordhoek stated he would support a motion to contact the Mayor's office, if the correspondence or email stated the board wanted to convey their support for the L-Hope Program concept for LPD personnel as a way to encourage new LPD personnel to live in the City of Lansing. Commissioner Kolp made a motion that Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson send a correspondence or email to Mayor Bernero stating the Board supports the L-Hope Program concept for LPD personnel as a way to encourage new LPD personnel to live in the City of Lansing.;supported by Commissioner Noordhoek; approved unanimously. Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson said she would provide an update at the next Police Board Meeting. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she checked with two former longtime Board of Police Commissioner members,one who wanted to remain anonymous and former Commissioner Derrick Quinney regarding the purchase of business cards for board members. Both Commissioners stated there were never business cards for Commissioners and they would not have supported the purchase of same. Commissioner Kolp stated,while serving on the interview panel,she would have liked to have been able to hand out a business card to the other panel members. Commissioner Kolp stated she would be willing to pay for her own cards. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson asked if any board members would support this request,none was shown. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson reminded commissioners that our contact information is available on the City of Lansing—Lansing Police Department website. 1 SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: The Board reviewed the December Minutes. Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to approve the December Board Minutes;supported by Commissioner Macon;approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of December 17th,2013,were approved and placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION None. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski: • Condolences to Commissioner Macon regarding his father's passing. • Storm Response Report-LPD was very active through the ice and snow storms. Deputy Fire Chief Trent Atkins and Chief Yankowski have been appointed by Mayor Bernero to lead the review of the ice and snow storms. Many officers spent extra hours working the storm. • Special thanks to Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson and her staff who worked many hours making sure the citizens of Lansing had a place to stay and were safe. • The 2013 official crime stats aren't in, but it appears that homicides are down 23%and B&E's are down 11%. In 2014 the goal is to decrease homicides. • The Department of Justice Audit took place in 2013. The audit had not been performed for five years. The time frame the auditors reviewed was 2008-2012. There were no major findings and a few things that can be improved such as set up separate accounts for federal and state dollars and attach receipts to logs. • Officer John Prince retired. • K-9 Recon retired. Two additional dog teams will be brought on this year. • New Officer Eric Boswell was hired. • The New Hire Reception will be held on February 19,2014. • Post Academy is the week of January 27th-315t, 2014. Twenty-three individuals were scheduled. Out of 23 most will be in the process for backgrounds. • Thanks to Commissioner Kolp for sitting on the interview panel for P01's. • The Promotional process is getting ready to begin in February and March for Sergeants, Lieutenants, Detectives and Captains. On April 15t,2014,a list will be put in place which will be good for two years. • The Budget& Payroll Supervisor and Radio Technician positions are still not filled but are being worked on. • The Shift Study is close to being finalized. The study will improve scheduling efficiency. • Social media has been launched through Twitter and Facebook. A press release will go out in the near future.Twitter and Facebook will be a useful informational tool. Officer Matt Salmon and Public Information Officer Bob Merritt are in charge of the project with Captain Daryl Green overseeing everything. • The budget process will begin soon. • A final decision hasn't been made regarding whether or not to renew the lease at the North Precinct. • Attended the MLK luncheon which was also attended by Dr. Clyde Carnegie and Sandra Kowalk-Thompson. • The State of the City Speech is January 30,2014. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor. The administrative copy fee is being reviewed. A mock trial will be held for post academy which will include City Attorney personnel, Prosecutor's Office personnel in Judge DeLuca's courtroom. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson: • Special thanks to Officer Rick Thomas who has been working the food pantry. • On December 25, 2013,the Advent house served over 2,000 individuals breakfast. • Adopt-a-Family was held at St.Thomas. • Three food drops were held last week. • All shelters were over capacity during the storm except for the Mens'shelter at the Mission. • Mark Bozo's place is open due to the cold temperatures. • The Annual MLK Celebration in City Hall took place. Two teachers brought in students who performed at the program. • Attended the MLK Celebration at the Lansing Center and MSLI. 2 FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED None. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Macon made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of December;Commissioner Noordhoek supported the motion;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson reported that she and Commissioners Farhat, Noordhoek and Kolp,attended the retirement ceremony for Officer Rendon and Recon. Attended the Mayor's Inauguration and the MLK Celebration at the Lansing Center. Awards&Incentives Committee Commissioner Noordhoek A meeting will be held on February 2, 2014,to review the awards that have been submitted. There are several officers that have been nominated. Budget Committee Commissioner Renfrew: Nothing to Report. Complaint Committee Commissioner Farhat: A meeting is scheduled January 23, 2014, at 4:15 p.m. Commission Investigator Report Commission Investigator Bernard Brantley: Nothing to report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson gave her condolences to Commissioner Macon regarding his father's passing and wished him safe travel. Commissioner Kolp asked the Commissioners to check the expiration date on their ID cards. Commissioner Farhat no comment. Commissioner Dr. Clyde Carnegie gave his condolences to Commissioner Macon in regards to his father's passing and stated that he is very appreciative to the department and Chief Yankowski for their efforts during the two storms. Commissioner Noordhoek no comment. Commissioner Macon thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayers in regards to his father. Commissioner Renfrew stated that he appreciates what the officers do to apprehend individuals. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. 3 S �� LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue - Lansing,MI 48933 off C G Phone: (517)483-4600 Virg Bernero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of February 18th,2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson t . A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance 3 H. PUBLIC COMMENT7 � A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation— by Canine Demo and Q&A ' VI. Administrative Report—Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) Vill. Human Relations &Community Services Liaison —Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received —Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson (Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments— Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" �NSr LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue 5 C Lansing,MI 48933 Phone: (517)483-4600 Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bemero,Mayor Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Of February 19th,2014 Meeting Minutes for February MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Patty Farhat Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Bob Noordhoek Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Jan Kolp Michelle Reddish, Secretary Commissioner Bill Renfrew Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson, Human Relations Commissioner Clyde Carnegie MEMBERS EXCUSED: MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: Commissioner Maria Mejorado Sergeant Chris Baldwin Commissioner Drew Macon Officer Jimmy Garcia and K-9 Duke CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m. Commis-loner Renfrew led the Pledge of Allegiance. Q) PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS c� Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. c-) SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. ' APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: Commissioner Kolp asked for correction to page 2 of the minutes,specifically,the sentence that reads: Commissioner Kolp stated,while serving on the interview panel she would have liked to have been able to hand out a business card to the applications. Commissioner Kolp requested the minutes be change to the following statement: Commissioner Kolp stated, while serving on the interview panel she would have liked to have been able to hand out a business card to other members on the interview panel. Commissioner Farhat stated that herself along with Commissioners Noordhoek Kolp attended the retirement ceremony for Recon. The Board approved the minutes for January with those changes. Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to approve the January Board Minutes with the above-noted corrections;supported by Commissioner Kolp; approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of January 215t,2014, were approved,corrected and placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Sergeant Chris Baldwin and Officer Jimmy Garcia came in to discuss their duties, in the K-9 Unit. Sergeant Baldwin gave the board statistics regarding the unit's activities for 2013. Officer Garcia stated he has been employed with the department for eleven (11)years and that he became partners with Duke in March of 2013. He introduced Duke to the board and had Duke act out commands that were given by Officer Garcia. Duke lives with Officer Garcia and his family and is a family pet,at home. Duke prefers women to men. 2 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski • The Lansing Police Department participated in the Presidential visit to East Lansing. Twenty-five officers worked three hours performing traffic control duties from the airport to the venue. • Deputy Chief Atkins and Chief Yankowski were appointed by Mayor Bernero to chair the After Action Review Committee for the 2013 ice storm. • Year-to-date crime stats show a 24%decrease in crime. • Lieutenant Noel Garcia will retire from the department on February 28th,2014. Lieutenant Garcia's retirement celebration will be held on February 27th,2014,at the North Precinct Gym at 11:30 a.m. • The New Hire Reception is scheduled for February 19,2014. • Officer Robert Dingwell and Officer Mark McAleer will be pensioned out for medical issues. • Ramone Gude is a new hire in the Detention Unit. • The Budget Control Supervisor position was filled by Donnarie Woods. Ms.Woods contacted Chief Yankowski, by phone,and withdrew her acceptance of the position. The hiring process will start over. • The promotional process for Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant and Captain is currently being held. Thank you to Commissioner Kolp and Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson for participating. • The first initial budget will be submitted on Monday. Chief Yankowski will keep the board updated. • Social media, Facebook and Twitter accounts are up and running. • A shift study was conducted as to how Road Patrol can become more efficient and effective. Ten hour shifts have been proposed to the unions and platoons. • The VCI Unit will have five officers,a detective and a sergeant. The unit's work will be sector based problem-solving which will begin on May 3,2014. • The main department goals for 2014 are as follows: Reduction in violent crimes, increase neighborhood watches, use a data-driven approach to reduce part one crimes and homicides,while improving the clearance percentage. • Reduce youth crimes,utilizing the GREAT Program and the School Watch Program. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim,Legal Advisor: • The post-academy mock trial was a success. The participants were myself,Judge DeLuca, Magistrate Millmore, Anethia Brewer, Sherrie Guess and Billie O'Berry. • Taking a proactive approach to reviewing the policies and procedures of the Department,more frequently,checking to make sure they are up-to-date for language,clarity and prioritizing operational procedure review. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson: • The Mobile Food Pantry was held on Saturday, February 15,2014. The need continues to grow. • There are still challenges getting citizens'utilities turned on. Mayor Bernero is helping to resolve the issue. • The Annual Policy Forum is scheduled for March 12,2014. • Thank you to Chief Yankowski and the officers who work the Mobile Food Pantry. • A count of Lansing's homeless persons was held. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. � 3 BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson reported that she and Commissioners Farhat, Noordhoek and Kolp,attended the retirement ceremony for Officer Rendon and Recon. She thanked Commissioner Farhat for initiating the Lugnuts Ball Game and the City Suite. Commissioner Kowalk stated that she drafted and sent a letter to Mayor Bernero regarding L-HOPE. She contacted Renee Freeman to make sure the Mayor received the letter. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she had a chance to speak with the Mayor and he said the money comes out of the general fund and it was that time of year for budget. We'll have to wait to see how things fall into place. Awards&Incentives Committee Commissioner Noordhoek stated the committee met and there were several officer and citizen awards submitted. Budget Committee Commissioner Carnegie: Nothing to Report. Complaint Committee Commissioner Farhat: A meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 25,2014, at 4:15 p.m. Commission Investigator Report Commission Investigator Bernard Brantley: Nothing to report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson thanked Sergeant Baldwin,Officer Jimmy Garcia and Duke for coming in to give an overview of their job responsibilities. She asked board members to submit ideas for the educational presentation portion of the meeting by emailing their ideas to Michelle Reddish. Commissioner Kolp: The New Hire Reception will be tomorrow at the University Club. Captain Green and Denise Packer put in a lot of work and effort into the program. Commissioner Farhat: No comment. Commissioner Carnegie: No comment. Commissioner Noordhoek:No comment. Commissioner Renfrew:No comment. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: There being no further business to discuss,meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. 4 s �,� Lansing Police Department v G• Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517)483-4600(TDDNoice) ,?f c Er i C' Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bemero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 18,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Patty Farhat Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Bob Noordhoek Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Jan Kolp Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary a Commissioner Bill Renfrew Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson, Human Re149.6s Commissioner Clyde Carnegie �%,! =7 Commissioner Drew Macon MEMBERS OF THE PUBLICIGUEZTS� t "t ry C� r ry -TI MEMBERS EXCUSED: -< Commissioner Maria MeJjorado --< t—rl CALL TO ORDER ra Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: After having established a quorum, Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson called the meeting 1;-grdeAt 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Renfrew led the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: Discussion ensued regarding Procedure#300-21 Awards&Citations Program. Chief Yankowski stated the K-9 service recognition component was added to the procedure. Bill Kim stated the number of committee members changed. Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to approve the procedure;supported by Commissioner Kolp;approved unanimously. A draft copy of the 2014 Annual Report was passed out to board members. Commissioner Kolp stated the commission date for Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson should be changed to 2015. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she would email Michelle the changes to her letter. Chief Yankowski asked the board for any comments regarding the lay-out and format of the report. Discussion ensued regarding leaving Commissioner Macon's photo in the report or to take it out. Commissioner Macon made a motion to give board members two weeks to review the report and submit their changes to Michelle Reddish;supported by Commissioner Renfrew;approved unanimously. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: The Board reviewed the February 18th,2014, Minutes. Commissioner Drew Macon made a motion to approve the February Board Minutes;supported by Commissioner Renfrew;approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of February 18,2014,were approved and placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Officer Scott Polhemus, Lansing Police Department: Officer Polhemus presented the board with information regarding the Crime Scene Beard of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of March 18`h,2014 Page 2 Investigations(CSI) Unit. CSI is called out to high-profile crimes. Officer David Lowndes also works in the unit. In 2013, 100 crime scenes were processed, 60 vehicles, 550 fingerprints were lifted,53 search warrants,and 100 swabs for DNA were prepared and taken. Question and answer ensued. The board thanked him for a very informative presentation. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski: • Condolences were passed on to Commissioner Kowalk and her family. • Thank you to the board for their input on the Annual Report. • Thank you to Commissioner Kolp for her work on the New Hire Reception. • Promotional ceremonies were held for Sergeant Katie Diehl and Lieutenant Ryan Cressman. Good byes were given to Officer Mark McAleer and Officer Robert Dingwell, along with a Retirement gathering for Lieutenant Noel Garcia. • Attended the 1-96 shooter sentencing in Livingston County. • Life O'Riley-The department has been working in a"peace-keeper"capacity. • Attended the South Lansing Business Association Lunch as the Keynote Speaker. • The Shift Study is completed. Negotiations were held with the union. Effective May 3,2014 the new shift schedule will begin. The highest peak time for service is 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. • A Captain position will be added to the Staff Services Division and a Lieutenant position will be added to Road Patrol. Resources will be focused in the most dangerous areas of the City. • Community Policing Officers will be expanded from six to ten. • Budget books were passed out. Budget instructions were followed from the Finance Department to form a budget which will maintain services"as is"and to form a decision package which includes: School Watch Program, Parking Officer position and Cadet Program. The biggest cost is at$38 million dollars which maintains 235 employees. • Facilities-The lease for the North Precinct expires in August,2014. Discussions are being held regarding leasing the Hill Center from the Lansing School District. There are a few more options that are being reviewed. • Officer Aaron Terrill suffered injuries while on a call. He is home resting for a couple of weeks. • Snow Ordinance-The department has been charged with enforcing the Snow Ordinance. Tier one roads were targeted with over 370 snow notices and two civil infraction tickets being issued. • Ice Storm-The committee is still in the process of reviewing procedures. • Potential flooding-There is a thread of potential flooding. Planning and preparation is taken place ahead of the event. • Work is being done to fill open positions. • Attended the Bea Christy Awards Dinner and the Crime Stoppers Breakfast. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor. Bill Kim addressed various issued from the Chief and Patrol Officers. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson: • Bernard Brantley was not at this board meeting because of issues at home. • Working on the Life O'Riley Trailer Park issues. Chief Yankowski stated Joan Jackson Johnson is doing a tremendous amount of work. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of February;Commissioner Macon supported the motion; carried unanimously. Bcard of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of March 181h, 2014 Page 3 DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of February;Commissioner Renfrew supported the motion;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson The retiree/promotional celebration was nice. The New Hire Reception was great thanks to Commissioner Kolp. Awards&Incentives Committee Commissioner Noordhoek Nothing to Report. Budget Committee Commissioner Carnegie Everyone has received a copy of the 2015 Budget proposal. It is the whole umbrella of the department. The board is blessed to have Chief Yankowski's dedication and knowledge. Fred Kracker has worked very well under stringent timelines. The information will be looked at on Monday or Tuesday next week. The board was asked if they could meet on Friday to discuss the budget and give their recommendations. The board will meet at 5:30 p.m.to discuss the budget. Five members are needed to have a quorum. Complaint Committee Commissioner Farhat The Committee met. Commission Investigator Report Bernard Brantley-Not Present. Nothing to report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson-None. Commissioner Kolp stated the New Hire Reception was a pleasure. Commissioner Farhat thanked Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson for allowing her to conference call into the meeting. Commissioner Renfrew gave his condolences to Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson. Having Commissioner Carnegie at the jail is helping keep repeat prisoners out of jail. Commissioner Macon thanked Commissioner Kolp for the New Hire Reception and gave condolences to Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson Commissioner Noordhoek asked that a thank you note be sent to the Advisory Board for their help with the New Hire Reception. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: There being no further business to discuss,meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. s 1, Lansing Police Department �' c, Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517)483-4600 (TDDNoice) C r-I 1 Q Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bernero,Mayor Mike Yankowski,Chief BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY,APRIL 15,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Patty Farhat,Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Bob Noordhoek Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Jan Kolp Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Bill Renfrew Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson, Human Relations Commissioner Clyde Carnegie Commissioner Maria Mejorado MEMBERS EXCUSED: MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: Commissioner Drew Macon CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson established a quorum and called the meeting to order at 5:35. All present recited the pledge of allegiance. Without objection, Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson adopted the agenda for the meeting. r > r� PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS C'0 Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None, rTi ry ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA ry `T7 Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. .ter —.0 M•r-•/�� ti SPECIAL PRESENTATION r r Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. M1 N APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: Due to the absence of Michelle Reddish, review and approval of the minutes from the March meeting will be delayed until the May meeting,at which time the minutes from the March and April meeting will be reviewed. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Officer Matt Salmon, Lansing Police Department: Officer Salmon spoke about his background with the Department,including his previous postings with S.T.A.R.T.,and focused he presentation on the duties of the Community Policing Officer in the Downtown district. Officer Salmon presented several case studies including his response to issues in the downtown area, including Rudder Park, CATA, and the unique issues faced as the Downtown CPO as opposed to those faced by the neighborhood CPOs. Officer Salmon also spoke about the value of his S.T.A.R.T.training in regular police work, and thanked the Board of Police Commissioners for its support during the preceding years of budget challenges. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski was not in attendance but provided a written report for the Board (see attached). Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of April 15t',2014 Page 2 LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor. Legal Advisor Kim updated the Board on legal issues facing the Department, particularly the rise in panhandling complaints. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson: Thanked the Board for LPD assistance in food distribution through the mobile food pantry,provided updates on the challenges faced by both LPD and Human Relations in regards to the closure of the Life O'Reilly trailer park,and also updated the Board regarding upcoming challenges with P.A.615 Utility Assistance programs. She also updated the Board on the EEO review for the Cadet Recruitment process and informed the Board about the next Mobile Food Pantry at Lansing Catholic Central in May. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Noordhoek moved to adopt correspondence sent and received. Commissioner Kolp seconded. Motion passed without opposition. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS Commissioner Noordhoek moved to adopt the department report. Commissioner Kolp seconded. Motion passed without opposition. BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't I Community Liaison Committee: Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson provided the Govern menUCommunity Liaison report, noting the recent promotional ceremonies held and the opportunity LPD officers to share the experience with their families. Chairperson Kowalk- Thompson also expressed her appreciation for Chief Yankowski's notification of similar upcoming events. Awards&Incentives Committee: Commissioner Noordhoek provided the update for the Awards and Incentive Committee. Invitations for the annual LPD awards ceremony have been sent out. The 2014 awards ceremony is scheduled for 6:00 PM on May 14. Budget Committee: There was no report from the Budget Committee. Chairperson Kowalk-Thompson and Commissioner Carnegie plan to attend the budget meeting as representatives of the Board. Complaint Committee: Meeting in May TBD. Commission Investigator Report: Bernard Brantley reported that a closed case report has been forwarded to Internal Affairs,with a meeting to be scheduled at a later date. Investigator Brantley also responded to a question from Commissioner Noordhoek regarding changes in his procedures due to systems changes implemented by the Department. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS No comments from Commissioner Carnegie. No comments from Commissioner Renfrew. Commissioner Mejorado expressed that she was glad to be back. Commissioner Farhat welcomed Commissioner Mejorado back. No comments from Commissioner Noordhoek. Commissioner Kolp expressed her compliments and thanks to Dr.Jackson-Johnson. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson expressed her congratulations to the recently promoted officers and new hires. She also expressed her pride at the direction of the department,and welcomed Commissioner Mejorado back. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of April 15th,2014 Page 3 ADJOURNMENT Adjournment: Commissioner Noordhoek moved to adjourn,seconded by Commissioner Renfrew. Motion adopted without opposition. LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing,MI 48933 err Phone: (517)483-4600 �tz 1 � F ` Virg Bemero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of May 20th,2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance II. PUBLIC COMMENT r �_ A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) " III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) -Training Bulletins and PAL Tee Sponsorship f� _ n C: �13rTt IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation— None. VI. Administrative Report—Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) VIII. Human Relations & Community Services Liaison — Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received —Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson (Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action) / Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" Lansing Police Department c\ Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517)483-4600(TDDNoice) ' C,rr f G Fax: (517) 377-0162 Virg Bernero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES r TUESDAY, MAY 20,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: C Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police C—) Commissioner Patty Farhat Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator—i Commissioner Bob Noordhoek Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Bill Renfrew Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary C—) c? Commissioner Clyde Carnegie Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson, Human Relationfhi Commissioner Drew Macon 70 Commissioner Maria Mejorado MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTg: MEMBERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Jan Kolp CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: After having established a quorum, Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Mejorado led the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson asked for a moment of silence for retired Lansing Police Officer, Robert Ott. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: Chief Mike Yankowski stated the 2014 JAG Grant application needs the board's approval so it can be placed on the City Council's Agenda. The department's portion of the grant funds will be used for technology upgrades. Commissioner Kowalk- Thompson made a motion to forward the 2014 JAG Grant application to the Lansing City Council to be placed on their Agenda; supported by Commissioner Farhat;approved unanimously. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: The Board reviewed the March and April,2014, Minutes. Commissioner Bob Noordhoek made a motion to approve the March and April Board Minutes;supported by Commissioner Renfrew;approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of March and April, 2014,were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 20th,2014 Page 2 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski: • FYI Budget-Thank you to Commissioners Carnegie and Renfrew for their help with the FYI Budget. The FYI Budget proposal was submitted in the amount of, a little over,$38 million dollars. The Hill Center proposal was accepted. The North Precinct operations will be moved by August 31, 2014. The Lansing School District will begin the bid process for renovations. The Cadet Program and the School Watch Program was also included and approved. • Double Homicide-A double homicide occurred on May 12,2014, at the Rite Aid in Lansing and East Lansing. The first homicide occurred at the Rite Aid in Frandor and the second homicide occurred in East Lansing. It was quickly determined by Lansing Police Department officers that the two homicides were related. The accused was taken into custody 4'/z hours after the homicides. The Violent Crime Initiative Team was on the scene within ten minutes. Mr.Ado's memorial is scheduled for Wednesday. The second victim's memorial was held last week. • Awards&Recognition Program-Thank you to Commissioner Noordhoek and Commissioner Farhat for their support of the Awards Ceremony. There was a great turnout and the program was a success. There was a nice mix of citizens and officers. • Promotions-The following individuals were promoted: Darin Southworth to Captain, Kyle Schlagel to Sergeant, Ryan Cressman to Lieutenant, Hung Tran to Lieutenant, Sue Baylis to Lieutenant, Katie Diehl to Sergeant,Justin Moore to Sergeant, Billy Windom to Sergeant, Jeff Winarski to Sergeant, Nate Osborn to Sergeant and Ellen Larson to Detective. A few more promotions will take place in June. Good Bye's were held for Officer Dingwell,Sergeant Thornburg and Officer McAleer. • Personnel/Hiring-There have been 19 new hires since September and two more are scheduled to begin on June 2,2014. Interviews for police recruits will begin soon. • Events Attended: MI COPS Memorial Service, 100 Club Awards where Officers Eichenburg and Johnson received recognition from the 100 Club. The Honor Guard attended the National MI COPS Memorial. • Reorganization-A press conference was held regarding reorganization. A huge decrease has already been noted in calls for service holding,after the switch to a ten-hour schedule change. • GREAT Press Conference-A press conference was held regarding the GREAT Program, last week. Shaheen Chevrolet donated a van and CMG donated the design for the van. Commissioner Macon's first class of students will graduate from the GREAT Program. A ceremony will be held on May 281h, 2014,at 8:30 a.m. Commissioner Macon thanked Chief Yankowski for bringing the program back. • School Watch-A press conference scheduled for the School Watch Program was cancelled. The program will be launched with Sexton being the pilot. • Self-Defense Classes-50 individuals signed up for the May 20th,2014,class and 38 individuals have signed up for the June 2, 2014,class. • The 34th annual Cristo Rey Festival is this Friday through Sunday. • The Explorer Pancake Breakfast will be held this Saturday between 8:00 a.m.and 10 a.m. near the Lansing Mall. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor. Bill Kim explained there were two training bulletins in the packets which were sent to the officers. Bill stated, he was is the lead counsel on a few lawsuits involving the department. One of the lawsuits has been dismissed. Commissioner Noordhoek asked Bill Kim to email him all the training bulletins he has produced. Bill Kim will forward the bulletins to Michelle Reddish who will email them to Commissioner Noordhoek. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr, Joan Jackson Johnson: • Working on the Life O'Riley issues in regards to housing. • The homeless numbers are rising. • Mobile Food Pantry is at St.Casmir. • The Human Relations budget passed which included one new position. • Thank you to Bernard Brantley for all his help. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 20th,2014 Page 3 CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of May;supported by Commissioner Noordhoek;supported the motion; carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of May; Commissioner Noordhoek supported the motion;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov'tlCommunity Liaison Committee Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she was pleased about everyone's efforts in regards to planning the Lugnuts game. Commissioner Kowalk said that Chief Yankowski represents the department as well as any Chief she can remember,as far back as Chief Gleason, and thanked him for his efforts. Awards&Incentives Committee Commissioner Noordhoek stated it was a great ceremony,with a great turnout. He especially appreciated Chief Yankowski sending out a notice reminding everyone about the event. Commissioner Noordhoek said he thinks the awards are beginning to mean something. Budget Committee Commissioner Carnegie-No Report. Complaint Committee Commissioner Farhat The Committee met on April 29,2014. Sergeant Rob Backus has been transferred out of Internal Affairs and Sergeant Brian Bakos has been transferred in. Commission Investigator Report Bernard Brantley-Nothing to report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson asked everyone to keep Jan Kolp in their thoughts and prayers. She is looking forward to attending the ball game this evening and echoed the sentiments of Commissioner Carnegie about the School Resource Officers. Commissioner Kolp-Absent. Commissioner Farhat-Mr.Ado, the homicide victim from Rite Aid, was Commissioner Noordhoek's pharmacist as well as hers. Jim DeLine says hello and he misses working at the department, but he loves his job. The Awards Ceremony had the most people in attendance, as far as the ceremonies she's attended. The reason so many people showed up has a lot to do with Chief Yankowski and the reminders he sent out. Commissioner Farhat stated she attended the School Watch press conference that was cancelled shortly after she arrived. She enjoyed visiting with Officer Sandoval. Commissioner Renfrew thanked Chief Yankowski for his work and appreciates listening to Joan Jackson Johnson, Bill Kim and Bernard Brantley. Commissioner Macon echoed Commissioner Noordhoek's sentiments and thanked Chief Yankowski for the GREAT Program and his sponsorship. Commissioner Noordhoek thanked Chief Yankowski for doing a remarkable job. He has noticed that officer's enthusiasm and morale is up. Commissioner Mejorado reminded everyone about the Cristo Rey Fiesta this weekend. Commissioner Carnegie attended the Awards Program and thought it was well done. He also enjoyed the reception. A lot of thanks goes to the City for the caliber of people being hired. He also thanked all of the School Resource Officers and the manner in which they perform their tasks. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 20th,2014 Page 4 OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Commissioner Macon wanted to discuss personal emails. He asked if you use your personal email for work business,can the personal emails be FOIA'd. Bill Kim stated he thought personal cell phone records could be FOIA'd but,at this time, he doesn't believe email records could be FOIA'd. He will research the topic and inform the board at the next meeting. PAL Golf Outing Tee Sponsorship-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson asked the board if they wanted to sponsor a tee for this year's PAL Golf Outing. Board members stated they did. The cost is$12.50 each payable to the PAL Golf Outing. Commissioner Farhat will collect the money. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. P� S )� LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing,MI 48933 �'��'. zI� Phone: (517)483-4600 jt t Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bernero, Mayor Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of July 15th, 2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance IL PUBLIC COMMENT A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation— Sgt. Rob Backus-VCI Unit VI. Administrative Report—Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) VIII. Human Relations & Community Services Liaison — Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received —Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson (Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) r— XIII. Board Committee Reports— (Info) > A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee c C. Budget Committee i r— M D. Complaint Committee c-) — C-? 1. Commission Investigator Report Cn XIV. Commissioner's Comments— Members Present(Info) caCD r-- XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) - Committee Assignments �� ui XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—Commissioner Farhat 1`�Qp1fd1WShnar 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue z Lansing, MI 48933 ?r Phone: (517)483-4600 (TDD/Voice) f �r t Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg 6emero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 17,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: r Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Chair OTHERS PRESENT: ' a Commissioner Patty Farhat Vice-Chair Mike Yankowski,Chief of Police c y L Commissioner Bob Noordhoek Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator 't_ = Commissioner Bill Renfrew Bill Kim, Legal Advisor c _ n Commissioner Clyde Carnegie Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Drew Macon Commissioner Maria Mejorado MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUEST$: Eaglevision Ministries at Michigan Works r= w MEMBERS EXCUSED: Commissioner Jan Kolp CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Kowalk- Thompson led the Pledge of Allegiance and asked for a moment of silence for the Officers that were killed in the line of duty in Las Vegas. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: The Board reviewed the May,2014, Minutes. Commissioner Bob Noordhoek made a motion to approve the May Board Minutes;supported by Commissioner Renfrew;approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of May,2014, were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson: Dr. Knight with Eaglevision Ministries at Michigan Works and students working towards their GED gave a presentation on Human Trafficking. Commissioner Noordhoek thanked them for their interest on this subject. Chief Yankowski gave Dr. Knight a business card and offered his help to the group. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski: • Budget Wrap-Up-The budget was accepted and passed by the City Council and is effective on July 1,2014. The department has 197 sworn officers with a total of 239 positions including civilians and support staff. The Cadet Program was added. The cadets will work at the department, attend school and then be sponsored,by the department.in the Mid-Michigan Police Academy. There are 100 open positions that need to be filled, by the City,ten are within the Lansing Police Department. • The Hill Center was approved as the,temporary, location for the North Precinct with$475,000 approved for 2014 and$475,000 approved for 2015 to cover moving and expenses. • Officer Matt Kreft was promoted to Sergeant, Officer Paul Beasinger was promoted to Sergeant and Officer Jeremy Wonnacott was promoted to Detective. Officer Brent Listerman resigned. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of June 17th,2014 Page 2 • Out of the new hires, 20 out of 21 remain in the program. • Officers Adam Booth and Nick Zuber have started work. • The restart of the GREAT Program has ended and was a big success. The GREAT Program will host at least six events this summer. • The Wainwright Park Neighborhood Picnic will be held tonight. • Sergeant Rob Backus completed the gth class of Staff&Command at MSU. Sergeant Backus was elected Vice President of the class. • Attended the PERF Conference in San Diego, California. There were 500 executives in attendance from all over the world. Some of the topics covered were violent crimes,domestic terrorism, personnel hiring and domestic terrorism. • Captain Darin Southworth was selected as the Michigan representative for the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. • The Sunset Market investigation wrapped up and led to some convictions and over$100,000 in forfeiture money. • The School Watch pilot program was launched in the area of Sexton with five volunteers during the last two weeks of school. • During the last two weeks of school,extra resources were in place. No major issues occurred on the last day of school. • Events that took place: Cristo Rey, Board of Water&Light Chili Cook-off, Fish Rodeo, Festival of the Sun&Moon. Common Ground and 4th of July are coming up. Extra resources are in place regarding Common Ground and the 4th of July Fireworks. The curfew for fireworks is July 3,4th and 5th 12:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. • Police Recruit interviews were held over a six-day period,thirty-three individuals were interviewed. • Crime reports show there was a 13%decrease in crime and a 21%decrease in property crimes. • Aggressive investigations are taking place regarding homicides and shots fired. • Cold Case Detective, Lee McCallister spent a considerable amount of time organizing information regarding cold cases from 1963 to present. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim,Legal Advisor. Bill Kim explained the two training bulletins in the packet were updates. The answer to the question are personal emails subject to FOIA if personal email is used for work purposes? Essentially,emails that involve City business for the board are subject to FOIA. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson: -Absent. Bernard Brantley stated the Food Pantry will be held at the Pennway Church of God and he and Dr.Joan Jackson-Johnson have been delivering family food baskets. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of June;supported by Commissioner Macon;supported the motion;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of June;supported by Commissioner Mejorado;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: No Report. Awards&Incentives Committee-Commissioner Noordhoek: No Report. Budget Committee-Commissioner Carnegie:No Report, Complaint Committee-Commissioner Farhat: The Committee met last month and welcomed Sergeant Bakos to Internal Affairs. Commission Investigator Report-Bernard Brantley: Nothing to report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Farhat congratulated Commissioner Carnegie on his 50th wedding anniversary. Commissioner Renfrew thanked Chief Yankowski for his work on the shift study. He is looking forward to learning more about how the new shifts and sectors will affect crime in Lansing. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of June 171h,2014 Page 3 Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson thanked everyone for allowing her to serve as the Board Chairperson over the past two years and thanked everyone for their support. It has been a pleasure to work with Chief Yankowski because he is the consummate professional. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS • PAL Golf Outing Tee Sponsorship-Commissioner Farhat collected money from board members and will donate it to PAL. • Election of the Chairperson-Bob Noordhoek nominated Patty Farhat as the Chairperson;seconded by Bill Renfrew;everyone stood in favor;supported unanimously. • Election of the Vice Chairperson-Patty Farhat nominated Bob Noordhoek as the Vice-Chairperson;seconded by Clyde Carnegie; everyone stood in favor;supported unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT None, ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. SI � Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517) 483-4600 (TDD/Voice) Mayor Virg Bernero Mike Yankowski,Chief 2014-2015 BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS Awards and Incentives Committee Bob Noordhoek- Chair Patty Farhat Maria Mejorado Budget Committee Dr. Clyde Carnegie- Chair Bill Renfrew Drew Macon Complaint Committee Patty Farhat- Chair Bob Noordhoek Maria Mejorado Government 1 Community Liaison Committee Sandra Kowalk-Thompson -Chair Jan Kolp Bill Renfrew Ad Hoc Committee on Board Policies and Rules Bob Noordhoek-Chair Sandra Kowalk-Thompson Drew Macon Recruitment Task Force Drew Macon-Chair Maria Mejorado Jan Kolp Lansing Police, Professional Law Enforcement,"Capital City's finest" y � s Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 4V Phone: (517)483-4600 (TDD/Voice) � : f �' � Fax: (517) 377-0162 Virg Bemero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JULY 15,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Patty Farhat, Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Bob Noordhoek,Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Bill Renfrew Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Clyde Carnegie MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: MEMBERS EXCUSED: Sergeant Rob Backus, LPD Commissioner Jan Kolp Officer Dave Lomakoski, LPD Commissioner Maria Mejorado Officer Cedric Ford, LPD Commissioner Drew Macon Officer Angie Matthews, LPD Officer John Cosme, LPD CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Farhat: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Noordhoek led the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Farhat asked for a moment of silence for Retired Chief Jerry Mills. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Farhat: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Farhat: None. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Farhat: The Board reviewed the June, 2014, Minutes, Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson asked that Commissioner Kolp's name be added under Excused Absence. Commissioner Sandra Kowalk•Thompson made a motion to approve the June Board Minutes with the above correction;supported by Commissioner Clyde Carnegie;approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of June, 2014, were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: Sergeant Rob Backus and the Violent Crime Impact Team Members,Officers Ford, Lomakoski, Matthews and Cosme spoke about the Violent Crime Initiative(VCI). The VCI Team consists of Sergeant Rob Backus, 14 years with the department,Officer Cedric Ford, 10 years with the department, Officer Angie Matthews,9 years with the department, Officer John Cosme, 17 years with the department, Officer Dave Lomakoski, 10 years with the department and Officer Greg Parrott, 13 years with the department. The idea to form the VCI Team came from Dr. David Kennedy. The goal of the VCI is to identify offenders,identify hot spots and target and focus on specific offenders and areas. Once contact is made with an offender,they are notified that are being watched and offered help. If the offender chooses not to take advantage of the help given and continue with criminal behavior,they will be apprehended. Boston began utilizing the VCI and they showed a 60%decrease in homicides. Many other cities are utilizing the VCI. Lieutenant Tom Fabus runs the Ingham County VCI Team. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of July 15th,2014 Page 2 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski: • Police won Battle of the Badges. Another battle/blood drive will be held on July 29th,2014, between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. • GREAT is holding summer activities. A Leadership event is scheduled on July 17th,2014 and a Basketball Clinic will be held on July 24th, 2014. • July 4th-140 employees worked the fireworks detail,the evening was uneventful. Citizens reported it wasn't as bad as it has been in the past with regards to fireworks. Officers wrote 18 tickets, 15 misdemeanors,7 traffic tickets, 10 reports taken and 31 warnings issued. • Common Ground was held over a six night period. Approximately 38,000 attended the event. There were 4 arrests,39 alcohol-related offenses, and a few issues involving drugs. • The Hill Center project is progressing with a move by date of August 31It, 2014. • The Color Run event was very nice. • The VCl/Capital Area Teams took two handguns off the street by targeting stolen mopeds. • Detective Cathy Farrell resigned • Lieutenant Judy Horning's last day is August 1,2014. A retirement ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m., at the North Precinct on July 31st, 2014. • Attended Retired Chief Jerry Mills'funeral. • The City Picnic will be held on August 7th,2014,at the Cooley Law Stadium. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor. Bill Kim stated he has been representing the department, in court,on lawsuits, addressing departmental questions and explained the latest training bulletin. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson:The HRCS Department has been busy addressing citizens'needs. • Kids'Connect sponsored by the City of Lansing in conjunction with TK Duckett will be held on August 18,2014, at the Lansing Center. • Community Connect will be held on September 8,2014, at the Lansing Center. • The Mobile Food Pantry will be held at Trinity Church this weekend. • Issues are still being addressed in regards to the Life O'Reiley Mobile Home Park. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Farhat: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Farhat: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Bob Noordhoek made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of July;supported by Commissioner Bill Renfrew;supported the motion;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Bill Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of July;supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: Patty Farhat and Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson attended the funeral of Retired Chief Jerry Mills. Awards&Incentives Committee-Commissioner Noordhoek: No Report. Budget Committee-Commissioner Carnegie:No Report. Complaint Committee-Commissioner Farhat: The Committee met on July 7th and will meet again on July 30th, 2014. Commission Investigator Report-Bernard Brantley: Nothing to report. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of July 15th,2014 Page 3 COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Farhat thanked Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson for attending the funeral of Retired Chief Jerry Mills and for her service as Chairperson to the board. Commissioner Farhat also thanked the employees and cadets who worked Common Ground and the 4th of July. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she was proud of the VC Team. Commissioner Carnegie asked for a thank you letter to the VCI Team for their presentation. He stated the security for the 4th of July was excellent and very well done. OTHER BUSINESSIDISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None, ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Farhat: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m. �,1SI LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue ak Lansing,MI 48933 C.FIT G y Phone: (517)483-4600 Virg Bemero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting ofAugust 19th,2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance II. PUBLIC COMMENT A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation—Chief Mike Yankowski _ e VI. Administrative Report—(Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) rti (j VIII. Human Relations& Community Services Liaison —(Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received—Commissioner Patty Farhat(Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—(Commissioner Farhat) --ap nlCd}5alor 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" �� S I LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing,MI 48933 • Phone: (517)483-4600 Virg Bernero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of September 16,2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance II. PUBLIC COMMENT A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) r- ,I, C� III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) -Ad for Blue Light Players o IV. Approval of Minutes c� ry C) —� F71 V. Education Presentation —Abby Vanderlaan -` -1Z r7r] r.VI. Administrative Report—(Chief Yankowski (Info) E5 CD i� VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) Vill. Human Relations & Community Services Liaison —(Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received —Commissioner Patty Farhat(Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—(Commissioner Farhat) ��(Qp%CQI C1h/SfICI�� 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" v s , Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 2rf Phone: (517)483-4600 JDDNoice) t r t G Fax: (517) 377-0162 Virg Bemero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, September 16th, 2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Patty Farhat, Chair Joan Jackson-Johnson, HRCS Commissioner Bob Noordhoek,Vice-Chair Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson Commissioner Bill Renfrew MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: Commissioner Clyde Carnegie Guest Speaker: Abby Vanderlaan, Records Management Commissioner Jan Kolp Commissioner Maria Mejorado Commissioner Drew Macon(by phone conference) CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Farhat: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m.Commissioner Kolp-led theledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS C ``,. _ --i r q Commissioner Farhat: None. r ',, n ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Farhat: Discussion Re:Ad/Sponsorship for Blue Light Players SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: None. _ APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Farhat: The Board reviewed the August,2014 Minutes. Commissioner Kowaik•Thompson made a motion to approve the August Minutes;supported by Commissioner Renfrew; approved unanimously.The minutes of the regular meeting of July,2014,were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk, EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: Abby Vanderlaan gave a presentation on her job responsibilities along with a report on all of computer systems she is responsible for. Abby has worked for the department for fifteen years in October. She is responsible for the Records Management System. She handles the FBI audits and meets with vendors. She is currently working on a homicide project inputting all the homicides since 1958 in one place on the system. She prepares several reports for anyone who might need information in the department. The department is reviewing a new Records Management System that would involve data sharing with Michigan State Police. The new system could share information state-wide. She handles court requests for the L-3 In-Car Camera System. She oversees Winscribe,which is phasing out. She handles the MATS Bi-Annual Report. (See list attached of the job responsibilities for Abby Vanderlaan), Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of September 16M,2014 Page 2 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski-Not Present(See attached report). Commissioner Farhat read Chiefs Report. • Closed down the North Precinct on Aug.26th and moved all of the North Precinct Operations to the LPD Operations at the Hill Center.All renovations should be completed by the end of the September. PROMOTIONS • LPD Open House on Sept.30th from 4pm-6pm at the Ops Center.(TENTATIVE DATED) • LPD Sponsored 8 candidates in the 941h Mid-MI Police Academy that started August 18. They are slated to graduate December 12th. So far everyone is doing well. • In the process of working through Detention Officer Hiring Process. We should have it completed within 30-45 days. Will be filling three openings. • 18 out of the 20 new hires have passed the FTO Program. The last two should be completed by the end of the month. • The following individuals were promoted: • Joel Johnson promoted to Detective • Jake Sinke promoted to Detective • Dennis Bunch promoted to Sergeant • Jason Spoelma promoted to Sergeant • Brian Ellis promoted to Lieutenant RETIREMENTS • Detective Ron Seyka(9/9) • Sergeant Dave Dahlke(9/19) • Detective Rich Reust and Sergeant Dave Ellis will retire in October • I conveyed an Internal Review Board reference the August 2013 in-custody death of Joseph Manning. Captain Daryl Green is the Chairperson. The review should be completed no later than 10/19/14. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor. Not Present. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson(not present): Bernard Brantley stated: • Over 5,000 individuals attended Kids Connect which took place on August 14, 2014. 2,214 individuals shopped at Sears with a 25% discount,which took place over three days. Sergeant Rodney Anderson attended Kids Connect and helped out. • Over 500 individuals attended Community Connect. • Guillermo Lopez retired. • A new Supervisor level position was added along with a part-time clerical position in the HRCS Department. • The Department is still working on Life 0'Riley issues. • The Mobile Food Pantry will be held at Brad St.Aubin. Casmir Church,this Sunday. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Farhat: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Farhat: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of August;supported by Commissioner Bill Renfrew;supported the motion;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of August;supported by Commissioner Renfrew;carried unanimously. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of September 16th,2014 Page 3 BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: No Report. Awards&Incentives Committee-Commissioner Noordhoek: No Report. Budget Committee-Commissioner Carnegie:No Report. Complaint Committee-Commissioner Farhat: The Committee will be meeting either 10/22/14 or 10/29/14. Commission Investigator Report-Bernard Brantley: None, COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Ko walk-Thompson stated Commissioner Farhat did a nice job on the Chief's Report. She asked the board to join her in singing Happy Birthday to Commissioner Mejorado who is 75. Commissioner Mejorado thanked the board for singing Happy Birthday. Commissioner Kolp-No Comment, Commissioner Renfrew-No Comment. Commissioner Carnegie-No Comment. Commissioner Noordhoek-No Comment. Commissioner Farhat stated she attended the Promotions and it was a pleasure to tour the Operations Center. She suggested Board Members take a tour if they have a chance to do so. Commissioner Macon stated thank you to Joan Jackson-Johnson for her department's donation to the Blue Light Players and said Happy Birthday to Maria and apologized for not singing Happy Birthday as he was sitting in a conference. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Commissioner Macon stated he spoke with the Blue Light Players and told them he would ask the Board if they were interested in sponsoring an Ad for$50. He made no commitment one way or the other. Commissioner Noordhoek stated he was not against sponsoring an ad, although, he felt there should be discussion about creating a structure of how much,when and for who donations could be made and/or could donations possibly be shared or in conjunction with LPD administration. He also suggested finding out what donations LPD Administration makes so as not to duplicate donations. Michelle Reddish stated the administration placed an ad for the Blue Light Players once in the amount of$100.00 when Chief Szymanski was here,that was the only time. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she would be agreeable to sponsor an ad and stated because Board Members donated to PAL they could switch to the Blue Light Players and rotate donations in the future. Commissioner Kolp suggested sponsoring donations by purchasing tickets to the functions. Board members were agreeable to purchase tickets and asked Commissioner Macon to convey to the Blue Light Players that the Board would not be making a donation,this year, but would discuss it for the future. Commissioner Farhat asked Commissioner Macon to check into purchasing tickets. Tickets are$8.00. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated the Government Committee could discuss different options for donations in January and report back to the board. Joan Jackson-Johnson stated the HRCS Department would purchase an ad in the amount of$50.00. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Farhat: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. ' LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue k. Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517) 483-4600 �tr t j Fax: (517) 377-0162 Virg Sernero,P,layor Mike Yankowski,Chief To : Police Board of Commissioners From: Chief Mike Yankowski Date: September 16, 2014 Re: Chief Report for September 16t" Meeting Chair Patty Farhart, My regrets but I will not be able to attend the September Board meeting due to the fact that I will be in Chicago attending a special Police Executive Forum (PERF) National Summit on How Chief's Deal with Crisis and current state of policing in America in 2014. 1 will report back on my findings. In my absence for today's meeting, I have provided the following report for the Board. I would be more than happy to address any further concerns as needed. Closed down the North Precinct on Aug. 26t" and moved all of the North Precinct Operations to the LPD Operations at the Hill Center. All renovations should be completed by the end of the September. LPD Open House on Sept. 30t" from 4pm-6pm at the Ops Center. (TENATIVE DATE) LPD Sponsored 8 candidates in the 94t" Mid-Michigan Police Academy that started Aug. 18t". They are slated to graduate Dec. 12t". So far everyone is doing well. ?• In the process of working through a Detention Officer Hiring Process. We should have that completed within 30-45 days. We be filling 3 openings. • 18 out of the 20 new hires have passed the FTO program. The last two should be completed by the end of the month. "Capital CiVs Finest" "Police & Community Partnerships for Progress & Excellence" L � � c Virg Bernero.Mayor Mike Yankowski,Chief Held a Promotional and Retirement Ceremony on Sept. 6" at the LPD OPS Center. Promotions- Joel Johnson promoted to Detective Jake Sinke promoted to Detective Dennis Bunch promoted to Sgt. Jason Spoelma promoted to Sgt. Brian Ellis promoted to Lt. Retirements- Det. Ron Seyka (Sept. gth) Sgt. Dave Dahlke (Sept. 19t) Will be retiring in Oct. - Det. Rich Ruest and Sgt. Dave Ellis I conveyed an Internal Review Board reference the Aug. 2013 in-custody death of Joesph Manning death. Capt. Daryl Green is the chair. The review should be completed no later than Oct. 15th "Capital CiVs rinest" "Police & Community Partnerships for Progress& Excellence" • RMS — Records Management System • CrimeView — Reporting/Mapping System • CopLogic — Citizen Online Crime Reporting • lyetek — eCrash/eTicket • L3 — In-car cameras • WinScribe — Dictation system • MATS — Management Analysis of Traffic Stops • AMAG — ID cards • Vision Jail — Ingham County Jail system — used by LPD Detention • Iron Mountain — company used for records storage, cold cases r ' s LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue w Lansing,MI 48933 J C' � Phone: (517)483-4600�-t t �'Virg Bernero.Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of September 16,2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance II. PUBLIC COMMENT c; A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) w 71 III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) -Ad for Blue Light Players `' f °� r CD IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation—Abby Vanderlaan VI. Administrative Report—(Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) Vill. Human Relations & Community Services Liaison — (Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received—Commissioner Patty Farhat(Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/ Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments— Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—(Commissioner Farhat) "CaptalWshnest" 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" v� S r Vc Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Ir Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517)483-4600 (TDDNoice) C' <t t Fax: (517) 377-0162 Virg Bernero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY,August 19,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Patty Farhat, Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Bob Noordhoek,Vice-Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Bill Renfrew Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Clyde Carnegie r Commissioner Jan Kolp MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: Commissioner Maria Mejorado Sergeant Rob Backus, LPD r Commissioner Drew Macon Officer Dave Lomakoski, LPD w Officer Cedric Ford, LPD c 7 Officer Angie Matthews, LPD - --r� Officer John Cosme, LPD CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Farhat: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Kolp led the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Farhat: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Farhat: Commissioner Kolp asked for follow-up on the L-Hope down payment program for the officers. Commissioner Kowalk- Thompson stated that was completed. She sent a letter of support for the program from the Board to Mayor Bernero. SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Farhat: The Board reviewed the July, 2014, Minutes. Commissioner Renfrew made a motion to approve the July Minutes; supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;approved unanimously.The minutes of the regular meeting of July,2014,were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: Chief Mike Yankowski gave a presentation on Rebuilding LPD. It began with a Shift Study where ten hour shifts(4 shifts) (a six week work cycle-42 days)was put into effect. Officers pick their shifts based on seniority. There are 92 patrol officers,4 lieutenants and 18 sergeants which was based on response times,crime statistics and many other factors. There are four platoons,one officer per car with Community Policing Officers added for Moores Park, Genesee and Potter/Walsh,one sergeant and five officers added for VCI and 1 captain added. There are 197 authorized sworn personnel and 197 actual sworn personnel. Eight recruits are in the academy and will graduate December 12,2014. The Lieutenants are responsible for calls for service and ultimately in charge of all the crime issues. Sector 1 covers the northeast area of the city,sector covers the northwest area of the city,sector 3 covers the southwest area of the city and sector 4 covers the southeast area of the city. 2— Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of August 191h,2014 Page 2 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski: • Attended National Night Out on 8/12/14. The weather wasn't the greatest but it got better later in the evening. The event was well attended. • The Police Academy graduates December 12,2014. • Dennis Prisk was hired as the Budget Control Supervisor. Fred Kracker's last date is Friday,August 22, 2014. • Jeremiah Lane was hired as the new Parking Enforcement Officer. One Parking Enforcement Officer will be working the night shift. • Lieutenant Judy Horning retired on August 2,2014. • Kyle Schlagel was promoted to Sergeant,Scott Polhemus was promoted to Detective and Eric Eichenberg was promoted to Lieutenant • Employees are moving into the Hill Center. The remodeling is 90%done. The Hill Center will be fully operational on Friday,August 22, 2014. • GREAT Program had 18 summer events. GREAT reached over 500 kids during the summer programs. • LPD has been authorized to get 15 new patrol vehicles by December 15t,2014 • Regarding Sexton,four arrests have been made. • Unfortunately Mark Luplow who was missing was found deceased. • Kids Connect took place at the Lansing Center LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim,Legal Advisor. Bill Kim stated he has been assigned another lawsuit and has been working on the latest training bulletin. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson(not present): Bernard Brantley stated: • The Kids Connect event was attended by over 3,000 kids and family members. • The Mobile Food Pantry was well attended. • Community Connect is scheduled for September 8,2014, at the:Lansing Center FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Farhat: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Farhat: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Bob Noordhoek made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of August;supported by Commissioner Bill Renfrew;supported the motion;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Bill Renfrew made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of August;supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson: Commissioner Kowalk attended the retirement for Lieutenant Judy Horning. Awards&Incentives Committee-Commissioner Noordhoek: No Report. Budget Committee-Commissioner Carnegie:No Report. Complaint Committee-Commissioner Farhat: The Committee met on July 31It. Commission Investigator Report-Bernard Brantley: Nothing to report. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Farhat stated there were nice letters included in the correspondence section of the packet this month. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of August 1 g1h,2014 Page 3 Commissioner Kolp Committee members would be rotated on Committees. Commissioner Mejorado is pleased to hear about Joan Jackson Johnson,she does a so much for the community. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson congratulated Chief Yankowski. Commissioner Renfrew is pleased with Chief Yankowski's presentation and his plan for the future. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Farhat: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m. _ I LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue J Lansing,MI 48933 • 1 P Phone: (517)483-4600 �H t � F , Virg Bemero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of October 21,2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance 11. PUBLIC COMMENT A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) - III. Additions to the Agenda(Info/Action) IV. Approval of Minutes V. Education Presentation— Sergeant Rodney Anderson, GREAT Program V1. Administrative Report—(Chief Yankowski(Info) VII. Legal Update—Bill Kim(Info) VI II. Human Relations&Community Services Liaison—(Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police—FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business(Action) X1. Correspondence Sent and Received—Commissioner Patty Farhat(Info) XII. Department Reports(Info) XII I. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards&Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business(Action)/Discussion Items(Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—(Commissioner Farhat) "4italG4(SFnlW 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" s I,�G, Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 1r Phone: (517)483-4600 (TDDNoice) f�rr t c, 4� Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bemero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, October 21st, 2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Patty Farhat, Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator: Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Bill Renfrew Commissioner Clyde Carnegie MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: Commissioner Jan Kolp Guest Speaker: Sergeant Rodney Anderson Commissioner Maria Mejorado Commissioner Drew Macon CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Farhat: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m.Commissioner Mejorado led the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Commissioner Farhat: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA Commissioner Farhat: Discussion Re: None SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Farhat: The Board reviewed the September, 2014 Minutes. Commissioner Carnegie made a motion to approve the September Minutes;supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;approved unanimously.The minutes of the regular meeting of September,2014,were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: Sergeant Rodney Anderson passed out an activity report and program concepts information. Sergeant Anderson is the Team Coordinator for the GREAT Program. Sergeant Anderson answers to Captain Daryl Green. He handles the planning and logistics for the program. The GREAT Program partners with the Lansing Police Department, Parks and Recreation Department,Shaheen Chevrolet and Central Michigan Graphics. The GREAT sportsmobile was donated by Shaheen Chevrolet and painted by Central Michigan Graphics. The sportsmobile has proven to be a big draw at many events. The GREAT Program numbers are growing with each scheduled event. GREAT was recognized by the National GREAT Program by placing a photo with twenty students from Lansing on their Facebook page. Mayor Bernero and Senator Mike Rogers honored GREAT with proclamations on National GREAT Day. GREAT is working with the Parks and Recreation Department to develop an application that can be filled out by service clubs and organizations to have speakers at their events. (See attached reports provided by Sergeant Rodney Anderson). Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated that it has been wonderful having the GREAT Program involved with the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of October 21It,2014 Page 2 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski stated: • The Department of Justice, COPS Grant,was submitted in May. The grant was to hire five officers no later than April 1,2014. The grant will pay 75%and the City will pay 25%to hire five SRO's and/or CPO's. Mayor Bernero approved the grant award which will be sent to City Council,for approval, in the near future. A new P01 roster will be in place by mid-November. • A 10-hr.model has been in place for the past six months. An official review of response times will be done. At this time it appears response times have improved by 58 seconds. • It is week ten in the police academy and there are still eight recruits in place. The academy should be finished on December 12th,2014. • The Operations Center Open House was held and was well attended. There are a couple of items on the punch list that need to be completed. • Three Detention Officers will start work on October 27th,2014. • Officer Bryan Curtis was promoted to Sergeant, Officer Angie Matthews resigned,and Sergeant Dave Ellis retired. • 13 SUV's should be operational by the end of January. • Information on Ebola was sent to employees. Michigan is in the low-risk category for Ebola. • Captain Daryl Green and Chief Yankowski attended a Men's Summit sponsored by the Greater Lansing Clergy Forum which focused on anti-violence seminar. The LPD recruiting team also was in attendance. • Bill Kim will be rotating out of LPD and moving on to another City Department. Kristin Simmons,from the City Attorney's Office will be working with LPD. It is not sure how long each attorney will serve before they are rotated out. Bill's last meeting will be in December. Kristin will attend the November meeting to begin transitioning into her new role. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor stated he will bring Kristin Simmons to the November board meeting. He has enjoyed working with the department and the board. He also mentioned that a Human Trafficking bill has been backed by the legislature and should be passed in the house within two weeks. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson(not present): Bernard Brantley stated: • Joan Jackson Johnson was not present because she hurt her knee. • The Mobile Food Pantry was held at the Tabernacle of David Church and was well attended. The next Mobile Food Pantry is at South Church of the Nazareen on November 3rd,2014. • Joan Jackson Johnson began a Feed the Babies Keep Them Dry program a couple weeks ago and there were 30-40 families in attendance. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Farhat: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Farhat: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of October;supported by Commissioner Bill Renfrew;supported the motion;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of October;supported by Commissioner Renfrew;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson attended the promotions and retirements during September and attended the Operational Center Open House. Chief Yankowski stated he would set up a tour for the board in the spring. Awards&Incentives Committee-Commissioner Farhat for Commissioner Noordhoek: No Report. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of October 215t,2014 Page 3 Budget Committee-Commissioner Carnegie:No Report. Complaint Committee-Commissioner Farhat: The Committee will meet on 10/22/14. Commission Investigator Report-Bernard Brantley: None. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Farhat wished Maria a wonderful winter. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she, along with several other board members, attended the promotion and retirement celebration. Chief Yankowski's format for promotions and retirements has helped with attendance at the events and it is a different environment than in the past. She also stated she likes the Spotlights. She stated she would miss Bill Kim and has enjoyed working with him. Commissioner Kowalk- Thompson wished Commissioner Mejorado safe travels to Texas and Happy Holidays. Commissioner Mejorado stated this would be her last meeting until she returns from Texas in the spring and wished everyone.happy holidays. Commissioner Kolp wished Commissioner Mejorado Happy Holidays. Commissioner Renfrew echoed Commissioner Kowalk-Thompsons sentiments regarding Bill Kim. He stated he hopes the Investigations Division can do something about the child that died, which mentioned in the October report, hopefully obtaining a murder charge. Commissioner Carnegie-No Comment. Commissioner Noordhoek-No Comment. Commissioner Farhat stated she attended the promotions and it was a pleasure to tour the Operations Center. She suggested Board Members take a tour if they have a chance to do so. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated he would schedule a tour in the spring. Commissioner Macon-None. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Farhat: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m. 1 S 1,ti. y J1 LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue 2l s Lansing,Ml48933 C'1-1 t G Phone: (517)483-4600 ' Virg Bernero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of November 18,2014 Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat AGENDA A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance II. PUBLIC COMMENT A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) III. Additions to the Agenda(Info/Action) C71 IV, Approval of Minutes(Info/Action) -` V. Education Presentation 'x C' I �� C7 c—: CO VI. Administrative Report—(Chief Yankowski(Info) VI I. Legal Update—Bill Kim(Info) T C31 VIII. Human Relations&Community Services Liaison—(Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson(Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police—FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business(Action) X I. Correspondence Sent and Received—Commissioner Patty Farhat(Info) XII. Department Reports(Info) XI I I. Board Committee Reports—(Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards&Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee I. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business(Action)/Discussion Items(Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—(Commissioner Farhat) "Ccgait�lGt�/sfm�sf" 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" 001 �"' Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI 48933 Phone: (517)483-4600 (TDD/Voice) Fax: (517)377-0162 Virg Bernero,Mayor Chief Mike Yankowski BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, November 18th, 2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Patty Farhat, Chair Bernard Brantley, Commission Investigator Commissioner Bob Noordhoek,Vice Chair Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson Joan Jackson Johnson, Director of Human Resources Commissioner Bill Renfrew Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Jan Kolp Kristin Smith,Assistant City Attorney Commissioner Maria Mejorado(via phone) Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Drew Macon MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC/GUESTS: None CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Farhat: After having established a quorum,the meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Noordhoek led the Pledge of Allegiance. r d PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS �» W Commissioner Farhat: None. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA `- ' i r Commissioner Farhat: None SPECIAL PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Farhat: The Board reviewed the October,2014 Minutes. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson made a motion to approve the October(Minutes;supported by Commissioner Noordhoek;approved unanimously.The minutes of the regular meeting of November,2014, were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Commissioner Farhat:-Public Information Officer, Bob Merritt was scheduled to give the Education Presentation. Officer Merritt couldn't attend due to a conflict with his schedule. He is scheduled to give the Education Presentation for the December 16th,2014, meeting. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT Chief Mike Yankowski stated: • The Internal Review Board compiled their report regarding the death of Joseph Manning. Joseph Manning hung himself in the Detention Facility on August 23rd,2013. The review board members consisted of Captain Daryl Green, Captain Jim Kraus,Captain Darin Southworth, Lieutenant Sue Baylis, Lieutenant Hung Tran, Sergeant Guy Pace, Lead Detention Officer Brian Kelley and Don Kulhanek, Chief Deputy City Attorney. The report was sent to Commissioners via email and a copy was provided at the board meeting. Detention Officers tried to revive Mr. Manning to save his life. The Lansing Fire Department was called and they transported Mr. Manning to the hospital where he was taken of life support. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of November 18'h,2014 Page 2 • The bridge card investigation is completed. The Ingham County Prosecutor did not issue criminal charges. The Lansing Police Department Office of Internal Affairs investigated this matter over 8'/2 months. The internal investigation resulted in 17 sustained complaints, 12 current employees and 5 retired employees received discipline. LPD supervisors were held to a higher standard regarding accountability. Corrections have been made regarding deficiencies in this matter. • Trick-or-Treat on the Square was held on October 27th,2014. The event was well attended with the largest crowd since the event began. The GREAT van was present. • Officer Matt Salmon has been working with Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson on a grant which provides housing for the homeless. Officer Salmon did a great job! There are 11 individuals that will be relocated to permanent housing for the winter. • The FBI Crime statistics for 2013 were released on November 10th, 2014. In 2013 there was an increase of 11.6%in violent crime and a 4.9%increase in property crimes, homicides were reduced by 4%, arsons were reduced by 20%, robberies increased by 26%and CSC's increased by 38%,with the change being 98 to 127 from 2013 to 2014. • The VCI Impact Team made over 270 arrests. • On October 215t, 2014,there was a murder/suicide at McClaren Hospital. LPD Officers did a fantastic job handling this situation. The department received many positive comments from the public. • There was a homicide which involved a domestic situation. The individual is in custody. • A thirteen year shot himself while playing with a loaded firearm. Unfortunately,the injuries were fatal. • Three new Detention Officers started on October 27th, 2014. • Thank you to the Commissioners that attended the retirement ceremony of Detective Rich Reust and the promotion of Officer Eric Janzen. • Seven individuals are progressing through the police academy with one individual resigning. The graduation will be held on December 12th,2014. • A new P01 process will begin soon which affords the department the opportunity to hire 20-25 more officers in 2015. • The annual Neighborhood Watch Coordinator's Meeting was held. The topic of the meeting was Emergency Preparedness. • New patrol cars are on the streets. They replaced vehicles that had over 100,000 miles. Fifteen new 44 Explorers will be out on the roads soon. • Silver Bells in the City will be held on Friday, November 21, 2014. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor stated: He provided information regarding Ebola to the appropriate officers. Detention Officers received a brief legal update on a variety of matters. Kristin Simmons was introduced to the board. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON Dr.Joan Jackson Johnson stated: • Eleven individuals were cleared out of an encampment near Olympic Broil. The City of Lansing received the only pilot program in the State to provide permanent housing to homeless individuals. A food pantry was held on Saturday at the Church of the Nazarene. • Officer Matt Salmon is an easy person to work with. He relates well to the homeless and they seem to respect him. • The HR Department is facing challenges regarding shut-off notices that the citizens of Lansing are receiving early in the season. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE Commissioner Farhat: No representative present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Commissioner Farhat: None. CORRESPONDENCE SENT AND RECEIVED Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of November;supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of November;supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;carried unanimously. Board of Police Commissioners Meeting Minutes of November 181h,2014 Page 3 BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS Gov't/Community Liaison Committee-Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson represented the board at the retirement and promotion ceremony. She wished everyone a Happy Holiday. Awards&Incentives Committee-Commissioner Noordhoek-No meeting took place. A meeting will be held shortly after the first of the year. Budget Committee-Commissioner Renfrew.,No Report, Complaint Committee-Commissioner Farhat: A meeting was held last month and the next meeting will be scheduled in January. Commission Investigator Report-Bernard Brantley: None. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Farhat wished Commissioner Mejorado a wonderful winter. She stated the Board of Water&Light sponsored a workshop regarding Emergency Preparedness and many Neighborhood Coordinators attended. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson thanked Chief Yankowski for the nice job he does at the promotion and retirement ceremonies. She stated she is looking forward to working with Assistant City Attorney, Kristin Simmons and wished Bill Kim Good Luck and Happy Holidays! Go Green, Go White! Commissioner Kolp stated she appreciated the SOS Unit and thanked Chief Yankowski for his professionalism. She stated she believes the City is fortunate to have Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson and Chief Yankowski. Commissioner Renfrew-No Comment. Commissioner Carnegie-No Comment, Commissioner Noordhoek-No Comment. Commissioner Drew Macon-No Comment, Commissioner Maria Mejorado-No Comment, OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS None. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Farhat: There being no further business to discuss, meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Attendance Roster— 2014 tool Lansing Police Department Virg Bemera,Mayor Board of Police Commissioners Chief Mike Yankowski Name Special Meetings Name Regular Meetings JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 21 18 18 15 20 17 15 19 16 21 18 16 C. Carnegie P P P P P P P P P P E P P. Farhat P P PH P P P P P P P P P J. J. Kolp P P P P E E E P P P P E S. Kowalk-Thompson P P P P P P P P P P P p D. Macon P E P E P P E P PH P P P M. Me'orado E E E P P P E P P P PH PH R. Noordhoek P P P P P P P P P E P P W. Renfrew P P P P P P P P P P P P Special Meetings C. Carnegie P. Farhat J. Kolp S. Kowalk-Thompson D. Macon M. Mejorado R. Noordhoek W. Renfrew - A = Absent E = Excused Absence P = Present PH= Present via speakerphone/Skype IN = No Quorum-Meeting conducted as informational only NQ= No Quorum-Meeting Canceled = Not eligible to attend = Meeting cancelled by vote of the Board �Nsr � LANSING POLICE DEPARTMENT 120 West Michigan Avenue Lansing,MI 48933 G P s Phone: (517)483-4600 Virg Bernero,Mayor Fax: (517)377-0162 Mike Yankowski,Chief Board of Police Commissioner's Meeting of December 16, 2014 AGENDA I. Call to Order—Commissioner Farhat A. Establishment of a Quorum B. Pledge of Allegiance x} II. PUBLIC COMMENT -� A. On agenda items. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) c w � III. Additions to the Agenda (Info/Action) 'C IV. Approval of Minutes (Info/Action) r-~ G? r� ry V. Education Presentation - Robert Merritt, Public Information Officer VI. Administrative Report—(Chief Yankowski (Info) VII. Legal Update— Bill Kim (Info) VIII. Human Relations & Community Services Liaison —(Dr. Joan Jackson Johnson (Info) IX. Fraternal Order of Police— FOP Members Present(Info) X. Unfinished Business (Action) XI. Correspondence Sent and Received —Commissioner Patty Farhat(Info) XII. Department Reports (Info) XIII. Board Committee Reports— (Info) A. Gov't/Community Liaison Committee B. Awards & Incentives Committee C. Budget Committee D. Complaint Committee 1. Commission Investigator Report XIV. Commissioner's Comments—Members Present(Info) XV. Other Business (Action)/ Discussion Items (Info) XVI. PUBLIC COMMENT—on any matter. Time limit: 3 minutes. (Info) XVII. Adjournment—(Commissioner Farhat) 114"WsFbat" 'Police&Community Partnerships for Progress&Excellence" 1 S1 S I Lansing Police Department Board of Police Commissioners • 120 West Michigan Avenue z "r Lansing, MI 48933 Mike Yankowski,Chief Phone: (517)483-4600 Virg Bernero,Mayor Fax: (517) 377-0162 BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS MEETING OFTUESDAY, December 1611,2014 MEMBERS PRESENT: OTHERS PRESENT: Commissioner Patty Farhat,Chairperson Bernard Brantley,Commission Investigator Commissioner Bob Noordhoek,Vice-Chairperson Mike Yankowski, Chief of Police Commissioner Sandra Kowalk-Thompson, Member Michelle Reddish, Recording Secretary Commissioner Bill Renfrew, Member Joan Jackson Johnson, Director of Human Commissioner Maria Mejorado, Member(Via Phone) Resources&Community Services Commissioner Drew Macon, Member Bill Kim, Legal Advisor Commissioner Clyde Carnegie, Member Kristin Simmons, Legal Vvisor Janene McIntyre, City Atlorneyopd HR Director Robert Merritt, Public Intftnation•Offiejeu, MEMBERS OFTHE PUBLIC/GUESTS PRESENT: w � Lilton Montgomery 515 North Cedar Street Lansing, MI 48912 CALLTOORDER ' After establishing a quorum, Commissioner Farhat called the meeting to order at 5:43 p.m. Commissioner Macon led the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Lilton Montgomery stated he lives in the first ward. On September 16th, 2014, his brother, Christian was shot and killed. His family wants his belongings back. He stated, he and his family want information about the case. He believes the detective's communication with his family hasn't been very positive. Mr. Montgomery, and his family, do not believe Christian's death was justified. Chief Yankowski expressed his condolences to Mr. Montgomery, and his family, and stated they have spoken several times. Chief Yankowski explained the information will be provided in the future but because the case is an open investigation, it can't be provided at this time and the Department is limited on the type of information that can be shared. Chief Yankowski offered to meet with Mr. Montgomery and his family. Chief Yankowski stated that Stuart Dunnings, Ingham County Prosecutor makes the final determination on whether criminal charges will be issued. ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA None. SPECIAL PRESENTATION None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Board reviewed the November, 2014 Minutes. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson made a motion to approve the November Minutes, with the following correction: Add Commissioner Carnegie to the Commissioner Comment section as having "No Comment'; supported by Commissioner Noordhoek; approved unanimously. The minutes of the regular meeting of November, 2014, were approved and will be placed on file with the Lansing City Clerk's Office. EDUCATION PRESENTATION Public Information Officer, Bob Merritt, gave the Education Presentation. Officer Merritt gave an overview of his career over the past 24 years and stated he is scheduled to retire May 1,2015. 2-Page Board of Police Commissioners Meeting of 1/22/2015 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTfrom Chief Mike YankowsW • Introduced Kristin Simmons,Assistant City Attorney • Asked for a moment of silence for Ingham County Deputy Whittaker who lost his life in the line-of-duty. An arrest was made this week. • Officers assisted Lansing Township with an officer-involved shooting. The case has been turned over to Michigan State Police for investigation. • A Community Forum was held on Tuesday, December 9th, 2014, at Union Missionary Baptist Church. There were several hundred citizens in attendance along with many other law enforcement agencies. This forum initiated dialog between City officials, citizens,and law enforcement, The forum provides the department with an opportunity to educate the public in conjunction with a format for sharing information. The Department's presented a plan, at the forum, which includes data tracking and body cameras. Mr. Charles Ramsey is the Chair of a committee assembled to discuss these types of issues. Chief Yankowski knows Mr. Ramsey and has worked with him in the past. • Eight individuals attended the Police Academy with seven graduating. • On Monday,another hiring process will begin. This process allows twenty officers to be hired. • The Operations Center is up and running. There are a few issues that need to be addressed such as the heating and cooling system, and the installation of a fence in the Northeast parking lot. • Some of the new vehicles are on the road. Approximately fifteen cars will be replaced with Explorers,in the near future. • Janene McIntyre,City Attorney and Human Resources Director spoke about the hiring process. Several changes have taken place which will provide transparency to the process. The Board will now be involved in providing recommendations regarding hiring. More information will be provided at the next board meeting. She believes these changes will help the department stand out from other cities and this process will produce candidates who represent the community they will serve. LEGAL ADVISOR UPDATE Bill Kim, Legal Advisor thanked the board and stated he enjoyed the time he has worked with the department. HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES LIAISON REPORTfrom DR.JOAN JACKSON-JOHNSON • Family boxes will be delivered during the week of Christmas by the Feed the Kids Program. • Last Friday,officers assisted in deliveries at St.Thomas Aquinas Church in East Lansing and will also help during the week of Christmas. • The Mobile Food Pantry will be at the Bread House Church next week. Food is provided through a partnership with Meijers and MSU. • The process is being narrowed in regards to filling Guillermo Lopez's position. • The shelters are on overload. A meeting took place with the State of Michigan to get help with housing. • Thank you to Janene McIntyre, City Attorney for vacating the 4th floor and giving the space to her department. The Human Resources Division will share space on the 8th floor with the Finance Division. • Volunteers are needed to help with deliveries on Christmas morning. FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE No representative was present. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. CORRESPONDENCE SENTAND RECEIVED Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to receive and place on file correspondence for the month of December; supported by Commissioner Kowalk- Thompson;carried unanimously. DEPARTMENT REPORTS Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion to receive and place on file department reports for the month of December; supported by Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson;carried unanimously. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS GovtiCommunity Liaison Committee Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson stated she has been diligent in attending community events and was out of town for the Public Forum and the funeral for Deputy Whittaker and was sorry she couldn't attend. 3-Page Board of Police Commissioners Meeting of 1/22/2015 Awards&IrcaTtives Commitbe Commissioner Noordhoek-No report. BudgetCommittee Commissioner Carnegie-No Report ComplaintCommittee Commissioner Farhat-A meeting will be held in January. Commission Investigators Report Bernard Brantley stated there was nothing additional to report other than what was provided in his written report. He extended his appreciation to the Board and wished everyone Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Farhat hopes everyone has a very safe Holiday Season and a Happy New Year. Commissioner Kowalk-Thompson introduced herself to Lilton Montgomery and invited him to share the mail. She stated how impressed she is with Chief Yankowski by the way he conducts himself with everyone he comes in contact with. She wished everyone a Merry Christmas and is planning on baking some cookies to deliver to the officers at the Operations Center. Commissioner Renfrew wished everyone a Good Holiday. He explained he is doing well with the jail ministry. Commissioner Carnegie wished everyone a safe and Happy Holiday Season. He stated it was a pleasure working with Bill Kim and thanked Chief Yankowski for providing transparency within the department through his Chief Updates. He admires Chief Yankowski's ability to go anywhere in the public and be recognized with respect. He believes Chief Yankowski has helped the City tremendously and his communication with the Board is excellent. Commissioner Carnegie expressed what an honor and a pleasure it has been serving on the Board. Commissioner Noordhoek thanked Bill Kim for his work on the Board and welcomed Kristin Simmons, Assistant City Attorney. He stated, Janene McIntyre's news about being involved in the hiring process was very important. He wished everyone Happy Holidays and looks forward to 2015. Commissioner Macon-No comment. Commissioner Mejorado-No Comment. OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Commissioner Noordhoek stated he wanted to have a discussion, with board members, about body cameras. After discussion, board members agreed to support a motion in favor of body cameras. Commissioner Noordhoek made a motion that the Board of Police Commissioners supports the use of body-worn cameras as an important resource/tool for establishing evidence and ensuring public safety; supported by Commissioner Farhat and Commissioner Carnegie;carried unanimously. PUBLIC COMMENT None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss,the meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.