Public Safety Minutes 2015 03-05-15Page 1 of 3
APPROVED 6/4/15
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING
Thursday, March 5, 2015 6:30pm
City Hall Conference Room
In Attendance:
Chairman Carlo Colosimo
Alderman Chris Funkhouser
Alderman Larry Kot
Alderman Rose Spears (by phone)
Other City Officials in Attendance:
Police Chief Rich Hart
Deputy Chief Larry Hilt
Others in Attendance:
Steve Moulton, Heartland Circle
Nathaniel Moulton, Boy Scout, Heartland Circle
The meeting was called to order at 6:30pm by Chairman Colosimo and a quorum was
established. He also welcomed the guests.
Citizen Comments: Guest Steve Moulton said he and his son were present since his son
is working on a Boy Scout merit badge.
Minutes for Correction/Approval: January 8, 2015
The minutes were approved as read.
New Business:
1. PS 2015-07 Police Reports for December 2014 – February 2015
Chief Hart noted the domestic batteries remain high. Also, many accidents have occurred
due to the construction and more are anticipated with the start of additional roadwork.
Chairman Colosimo mentioned thank you letters from citizens and Chief Hart said three
officers will be recognized at a City Council meeting for saving a life using CPR and an
AED.
2. PS 2015-02 Adjudication Reports for January and February 2015
A new Hearing Officer, Gregg Ingemunson, has been appointed and is awaiting City
Council confirmation. No further comments.
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3. PS 2015-09 Request to Dispose of Handguns and Rifles
Chief Hart said many of their handguns are over 10 years old. He has received a quote of
$450 each for new guns and a trade-in value of $250 each. If Council approves the
purchase, the guns will be bought within 2-4 weeks. The committee recommended
approval and it moves to the March 24th consent agenda.
4. PS 2015-10 Ordinance Amending Liquor Code Regarding Micro-Distillery Class
Mr. Colosimo said an email was sent to all Aldermen from the person who is starting a
micro-distillery business, with an explanation of the intent of the business.
Alderman Kot expressed concern regarding the number of liquor licenses that can be
approved. Chairman Colosimo agreed with Mr. Kot and also noted that there are licenses
available in different classes so the number of licenses could be kept constant. Chief Hart
said the licenses are becoming more complicated and are changing, i.e. distilleries,
distribution, type of business. Alderman Funkhouser agreed with switching licenses vs.
creating new ones. He also discussed the ordinance language regarding sampling beers in
a sampling room and at special events and wants the rules to be consistent. It was
determined the samples could only be in a specified area at special events. Chairman
Colosimo reviewed the amounts allowed in sampling rooms and Mr. Funkhouser pointed
out that the language concerning special events now allows for unlimited amounts. After
an informal unanimous vote, it was decided to move this to the full Council on the 24th
for further discussion and clarification. The matter will also be discussed in advance
with City Administrator Olson and the attorney.
5. PS 2015-11 Update on Drug Education
Chairman Colosimo placed this item on the agenda to discuss drugs in the schools.
Alderman Kot said this is an ongoing problem and that speakers have been brought to the
schools in the past. Chief Hart said speakers are not reaching the audience that needs to
hear the message. He said research shows the D.A.R.E. Program did not work and
schools are encouraging the programs be dropped. He said the focus should be on at-risk
students and parents. He said some parents participate in the drug use with their children.
Heroin is the biggest problem said Chief Hart and Alderman Funkhouser noted that
marijuana is the stepping stone to other drugs. This item will be kept on the agenda to
begin discussion on statistics and outreach programs for parents.
Old Business None
Additional Business
A potential speeding problem on Spring St. and Fremont was brought forward by
Alderman Kot. Chief Hart will monitor the area. A traffic calming device was suggested
by Mr. Kot and Alderman Funkhouser noted that Oswego has speed signs with strobe
lights that are moveable. Oswego will be contacted for cost info.
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In another matter, Chairman Colosimo noted that the appointment of Hearing Officer
Gregg Ingemunson will be confirmed at the March 10th Council meeting.
There was no further business and the meeting adjourned at 7pm.
Minutes transcribed by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker