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City of Yorkville
Committee of the Whole
May 2, 1996 Meeting
Present : Bob Johnson, Art Prochaska, Burt Callmer, Jeff Spang, Jim
Stafford, Kathy Jones, Richard Scheffrahn, T.J. Hiles, Tony Graff,
Jim Nanninga, J.T. Johnson, Valerie Burde, Brian Effingham, Cindy
Ketcham.
Alderman Baker and Alderman Lynch were not present .
Re-naming of State Highways-The request for the renaming of the
State Highways within the City limits of Yorkville has been
presented. The numbering of businesses and residences are being
duplicated with the fire numbers, therefore., creating some locating
problems with fire and ambulance calls. With the re-naming of the
State Highways, it will alleviate problems between the "911" Ken-
Com system and with the Bristol-Kendall Fire Protection District .
Sections of Routes 126, 34, and 71 will need to be changed, within ..
the city limits. It was suggested that the public be included in
the changes and be able to make some suggestions of their own. The
suggestion was made for the deadline of changes to coincide with
the change of the area code, of August 3rd. It was also suggested
that the formal name of Yorkville be changed to the United City of
Yorkville. It was also stated that the Kendall County Historical
Society may be able to give some input in to the re-naming of the
State Routes. it is to be put on the May 29 Public Safety
Committee agenda and then to return to the June 6 Committee of the
Whole meeting with further information.
Police Reports-There is some form of "glitch" in the running of the
April Police reports. February and March were distributed and
should be correct as presented. The police report approval is to
be placed on the agenda for Thursday May 9.
Annual Police Report-The 1995-96 Annual Police report explains
expenditures for man hours and benefits . The report is to be
placed on the agenda for May 9th meeting for formal acceptance.
Police Captain Job Description-A job description has been prepared
for the position of Police Captain. The Yorkville Police
Department currently does not have a Captain on staff. The job of
the Captain would be to work as a second in command. There are
many duties that will be preformed by the Captain. A copy of the
job description is attached. The department will actively search
throughout the Yorkville Police Department to fill the position of
captain. Promoting from with the police department will fall
within accordance of the budget . If a patrolman from within the
Y.P.D. is not found to be qualified to fill the position, there
will be a need to then search elsewhere. The Police Captain Job
Description will be placed on the May 9th agenda for acceptance.
C.P.A.T.-The quarterly report for C. P.A.T. was distributed for
review. It will be placed on the May 9th agenda for acceptance.
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Operation I.D. Program-The Secretary of State has a program that
they will present to local merchants with information for the
merchants to properly verify I .D. on those wishing to purchase
liquor. It is a program that lasts 1 1/2 to 2 hours and will be
presented on June 10 . All local liquor license holders will be
encouraged to attend.
I.D.O.T. Agreement & Resolution-There will be an updating of the
signage at Van Emmon and Route 47, along with the placement of stop
lights at the intersection of Fox Rd. and Route 47. The stop
lights will be running in conjunction with the Railroad Lights at
Hydraulic and Route 47. The lights at the intersection on van
Emmon and also the intersection at Fox will be timed so that there
is not a back up of traffic on Route 47 . The old yellow steel
signs will be updated with the newer style of aluminum material .
To be placed on the agenda of May 9th for approval.
Secretarial Position-Margaret Jurgen has applied for the
secretarial position that has been made available by the
resignation of Patti Bradstreet, Ms . Jurgen has been interviewed
by Mayor Johnson and also by Mr. Nanninga. The annual salary is
listed at $20 , 000 . 00 with a $ . 50 increase per hour after a
favorable 6 month review. This will be placed on the May 9th
agenda.
Additional Business:
Steering Committee C.C.I. -The first meeting of the Competitive
Community Initiative, C.C. I . , meeting was held on April 30 . At
that time, it was decided that the best way to identify the wants
and needs of the community, would be to have a well publicized
public meeting. There would be suggestions made for topics and
then the topics would be voted on by everyone to determine the top
5 concerns of the community. After the concerns were determined,
there would be committees set up and volunteers sought after to
follow through with the ideas to completion.
Elizabeth St. Storrs Sever-The Elizabeth St . storms are to begin
with the work on Monday. There will need to be a very aggressive
schedule to maintain and complete the work by September. There
will be an update given at the next C.O.W. meeting on May 16.
Old City Hall-The permits from the State of Illinois need to be in
place so that the Old City Hall building may be moved. There is a can
need to finish After the construction,s I D O T will be ableutodapp
be moved. approve
and the building may be moved.
Industrial Park signage-The sign posts have been set and Mr. Rogers
says that the signs are finished. The signs may be up as soon as
Monday.
Water Tower-The epre-painting untly doing some welding on the Yorkville
Water Tower, y
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The downtown revitalization COMMittee is meeting on Monday MAY 6.
if there are questions and concerns relating to the incorporation
of the City of Bristol, they should be presented at the next C.O.W.
on May 16.
Insurance-Still working with three different Insurance agents. Are
trying to compare comparable products . will need to research
further.
Beecher Rules-The Park Board has accepted the rules regarding the
usage of the Beecher Center facilities . There will need to be a
resolution to adopt the Beecher Rules and a presentation to the
Administrative meeting and the next C.O.W. on May 16 .
Riverfront Park-There has been lots of progress with the Riverfront
Park. There were quite a few persons that attended the Brick
Laying classes also.
Collection April IS C.O.W. Meeting-The correct appraised values for
the two city lots are, $29, 944 .00 for one of the lots and
$33 ,402 . 00 , for the second.
Adopt a Highway-The current adopt-a-highway program is set up for
the State highways . The City would like to create a like program
for the local city and county roads. The council needs to
determine a date for clean up of their section of highway. Would
like to have further date discussion at next C.O.W. meeting on May
16 .
There was some discussion on the possible sale of a 177 Chev. Dump
truck. There has been some interest presented from Dr. Engler at
the Yorkville School District, will contact.
The Moose breakfast raised monies for the sending of two Yorkville
have raised to enough h fundslttotranspo transport them to and from Atlanta and
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also purchase a new vest for Officer Hilt .
There have been several concerned calls to the police department
with regards to the local fox population. The residents have been
concerned with the possibilities of rabies. The D.N.R. has been
contacted and they have stated that rabies are not usually possible
unless the daytime temperature exceeds 90 degrees for an extended
period of time.
A motion was made by Alderman Prochaska, and seconded by Alderman
,'ones to move into Executive Session, for the purpose to discuss
Litigation and discuss the Sale or Lease of Real Estate. The
session will include Attorney Ketcham.
s, Administrator Nanninga,
Richard Scheffrahn, and Cindy
Respectfully Submitted by Cindy Ketcham
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CITY OF YORKVILLE
JOH DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Police Captain
DEPARTMENT: Police AdministrationlOge
rations FLSA STATUS: Exempt
GROUP: Police DATE: 6196
I. GENERAL SUMMARY
Reports to Police Chief and is respo nsible for planning,organizing,directing and controlling the
management of all administrative support functions,and all field operations. kegularly reviews and
revises Administration Division standards and field Operation Division standards,as necessary,amring
compliance with department and City-wide quality assurance requirements- es Administration Division
and resolution of City resident and employee concerns and comp en City and regulatory and personnel documentation is maintained in accordance with deparlm t, ty egul ry
requirements.
II. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Plans and administers directly,and through subordinate supervisory personnel,the effective management
and delivery of qualify support services for the police Department. Responsible for the Administration
Division operations of police Department functions related to:
a. The procurement,distribution,inventory and maintenance of Police Department supplies,equipment
and structure.
b. The professional training and orientation of police officers and.civilians employed by the department.
c. The maintenance,control and dissemination of complete and accurate police records,evidence and
related information and statistical reports.
d. The efficient use of manpower,equipment,materials and facilities.
e. The provision of crime prevention education and other community action programs to City residents
and businesses.
f The coordination,preparation,and monitoring of the fiscal-year and long-tam operating and capital
budgets for the department.
g. The provision of towing,parking and traffic eriforcemcnt services.
h. The provision of the DARE.program to public,private and parochial schools.
2. Orients,overseas training and develop
went schedules,assigns work to,evaluates,disciplines and
recommends discharge of immediate subordinates. Approves recommendaf sensures ina tisiued
and Supervisors in evaluating and disciplining officers and civilian personnel and
compliance with established personnel policies.
3. Develops,secures approval of and administers long and short term capital and operating budgets for
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Administration Division in conjunction with Police Chief. Develops and implements appropriate
methods to monitor adherence to budget and resolve variances.
4. Participates in developing department-wide goals and objectives with the in designing ee and implementing
appropriate plans to meet agreed-upon goals in cooperation ef ria o Dean and fgcRnt for
Assists subordinate officers and civilians in developing and meeting app p g objectives
each rmit.
5. Participates in developing department-wide policies and procedures,and ensures subordinate officers and
Supervisors administer approved policies and procedures effectively. Develops and secures approval of
policies and procedures for Administration Division,evaluates subordinates recommendations
concerning unit procedures,and approves implementation as appropriate.
6. Promotes continuous improvements in methods of police administration by revising and developing work
standards,implementing appropriate corrective actions to resolve problems,and ensuring adherence to
quality assurance programs.
7. Maintains and enhances department's public and employee relations efforts through contacts with civic
organizations,businesses,city residents,city employees,and media representatives.Investigates and
resolves complaints or concerns. Attends meetings of professional,civic and service organizations as a
representative of the Police Department.
8. Participates in educational community action programs. May design materials and Iectures on specific
aspects,functions and goals of the Police Department to civic,school,business,and other community
groups.
9. Maintains cooperative working relationships with a variety of City and department staff members and
committees,to obtain solutions to problems and better coordinate services provided.
10. Develops and maintains a variety of external contacts such as with local law enforcement agencies,
governmental bureaus,regulatory agencies,and community organizations• Also functions as media
liaison.
11. Keeps current regarding trends and developments in police record keeping professional d ,
practice,and management through appropriate educational programs,pr
literature.
12 When necessary,performs all duties and functions of a sworn police officer.
13. In the absence of the Police Chief,assumes command of the Police*Departmenk
Ill.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED.
1. Advanced knowledge of law enforcement education and police administration theory and practice in order
to oversee planning and implementation of police support services and to prepare related reports,
analyses,polices and budgets at a level generally acquired through completion of basic law onforcement
recruit training and a B.A.degree in Criminal Justice or Business Administration or equivalentyears of
training and experience-
2, Approximately five to six years progressively more responsible experience,including one to two years of
supervisory and managerial experience,in order to of Cctively manage activities of police administrative
support services.
3. Must possess a valid Class D vehicle operatOes license.
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4. Advanced level of interpersonal skills required to provide effective leadership to subordinates,present
training of Community Action programs,and serve as departmental spokesman on publicized matters,
and maintain a variety of internal land external contacts and work'cooperatively with City
Administration,Library Director,Recreation Department Director,Public Works Superintendent,and
Staff.
5. Analytical skills necessary to evaluate delivery of administrative support services critically;respond to
deficiencies by identifying and implementing appropriate corrective actions;develop and administer
sound policies,procedures,and budgets;and organize and oversee work of others.
6. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to go%of work time when reading reports,
preparing budgets,presenting training programs,and taking charge of emergency or crime scenes.
IV. WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Work is preformed in a normal office environment with some exposure to outdoor temperatures or
disagreeable sights or odors.
2. Occasional exposure to hazardous situations which involve armed or physically violent persons,or
interviewing mentally or emotionally disturbed persons.
3. Working time may require irregular hours,shift Limes,and patrol duties.
V. EQUIPMENT USED:
Radio,telephone,computer terminal,squad car,audio-visual equipment,copy machine,calculator,
fingerprint kit, handgun,shotgun,rifle,handcuffs,baton,Pepper mace.
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