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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-06-19 Public Safety MinutesPUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE • . f 1 • Citv Council Public Safetv Committee Meeting Minutes June 19, 2017 - 5:00 p.m. - Hazelnut Conference Room, City Hall Councilmembers: Thomas McLeod, Chair; Joe Duffie, De'Sean Quinn Staff: Bob Giberson, Rick Mitchell, Kraig Boyd, Jay Wittwer, Vicky Carlsen, Sherry Wright, Rachel Bianchi, Laurel Humphrey, Mike Villa, Joseph Todd Guest: Chris Neubeck, AXON Enterprise, Inc. CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair McLeod called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. I. ANNOUNCEMENT II. BUSINESSAGENDA A. Fire Station 51 Location FAQ Staff presented a Frequently Asked Questions document summarizing why the location for Station 51 has already been identified in the Public Safety Plan in response to a request previously made by the Public Safety Committee. The location for Station 51 will be at the intersection of Southcenter Parkway and South 1801h Street pursuant to a 2009 Development Agreement with Segale Properties, LLC as part of the plan to annex and develop the Tukwila South area. Committee members indicated that the document satisfies the request and staff will make it available to other Councilmembers and the public. DISCUSSION ONLY. B. Ordinance: Trespass Warnings on City Property Staff is seeking Council approval of an ordinance that would adopt a new chapter of the Tukwila Municipal Code to define prohibited behavior on City property and establish a process for enforcement. The ordinance would applyto all City property including buildings, open spaces, and parks. The current trespass ordinance is enforceable by civil infraction only and has not been effective in curbing the daily violations that occur in City parks and other properties. The ordinance is not intended to target the homeless, but will apply to any individual or group engaged illegal behavior. The City and the Police Department have procedures in place when homelessness is suspected, including outreach and resource assistance, and this new code would not change that. Councilmember Quinn expressed the need to update park signage along with a comprehensive communication rollout so that the community is aware of the changes. He also mentioned the cost impact of increased misdemeanor charges. Staff indicated there would also be likely cost savings due to decreased property damage in parks and other areas. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO JUNE 26, 2017 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. Public Safety Committee Minutes ................................................................................................ ............................... June 19, 2017 C. Contract: AXON Enterprise. Inc. for Police Department Body /Vehicle Camera Program Staff is seeking Council approval of a five -year contract with AXON Enterprise, Inc. in the amount of $550,000.00 for anew body and vehicle camera system and new Taser devices. The current in -car video system has not performed well. Officers currently do not wear body cameras, although the department conducted two pilot programs in 2016 that were successful. Body cameras can increase public and officer safety, enhance recall, and increase transparency and accountability. Data suggests they lead to fewer confrontations, complaints, and use of force along with reduced litigation and investigation costs. The Department has approved a comprehensive policy that goes above and beyond the law regarding privacy considerations. For example, if an officer is inside a home and the resident requests that the camera be turned off, the officer can comply depending on the situation. The proposed contract will cost $153,352.00 the first year for capital and equipment purchase costs, and $98,892.00 for the following four years. Costs will be paid from existing budget including drug seizure funds. If approved, the contract will include 29 new vehicle video systems, 50 body cameras for all uniformed personnel, and 50 new Tasers. Councilmember Duffie inquired about the consequences of forgettingto turn the camera on, and staff replied thatthere is an investigation and disciplinary process for all violations of departmental policies. If a camera is lost or stolen it can be disabled remotely. Chair McLeod asked for assurance that the Department of Technology and Innovation is supportive of the new system and staff replied that it is especially considering the dysfunctionality of the current equipment. Councilmember Quinn commented that early buy -in from the Guild is a benefit and asked if the proposal is in alignment with 21St Century Policing principles, which staff confirmed. Chief Villa noted that the contract itself was not included in the packet which was an oversight. Copies were distributed to the Committee members for review, and they agreed that the item could move forward to the Committee of the Whole as scheduled. If any concerns are identified by a Committee member the schedule is subject to change. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL PENDING CONTRACT REVIEW. FORWARD TO JUNE 26, 2017 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. D. Public Safety Plan Sustainability Goals Staff is seeking Council consensus on appropriate sustainability goals associated with construction of the three new fire stations. The Committee previously heard a presentation on comprehensive information about certification programs such as LEED, examples of certified projects, and alternatives to certification. Funding is an important driver in the City's pursuit of sustainability goals due to the costs associated with pursuing certification such as LEED and Salmon Safe. Because there are strong building, energy and other codes in the region, the buildings will naturally have energy and water saving sustainability features regardless of additional policy direction. Staff recommends that the City not pursue formal certification but instead to provide direction toward identifying sustainability features that will produce long- term financial and environmental savings over the life of the buildings. Staff also recommends that the architects and subconsultants facilitate a sustainability charrette to identify these elements. Chair McLeod asked what is lost by not pursuing certification, and staff replied that it isjust the recognition, which is usually more suited to more public buildings such as City Halls. Also, because modern buildings already incorporate many sustainability features, certification programs are becoming less meaningful. Committee members spoke in favor of sustainability principles but also in keeping costs down as much as possible considering the construction Public Safety Committee Minutes ................................................................................................ ............................... June 19, 2017 market. They agreed with the staff recommendation. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO JUNE 26, 2017 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. III. MISCELLANEOUS Staff reminded the Committee of the special meeting scheduled for Monday, June 26, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. to review and discuss the Facets fire station location study. Adjourned 6.19 p.m. Committee Chair Approval Minutes by LH