Public Safety Minutes 2016 01-07-16Page 1 of 3
APPROVED 4/7/16
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING
Thursday, January 7, 2016 6:30pm
City Hall Conference Room
In Attendance:
Chairman Larry Kot Alderman Joel Frieders
Alderman Carlo Colosimo Alderman Seaver Tarulis
Other City Officials in Attendance:
City Administrator Bart Olson Deputy Chief Larry Hilt
Police Chief Rich Hart Deputy Chief Terry Klingel
Others in Attendance: None
The meeting was called to order at 6:30pm by Chairman Kot and a quorum was
established.
Citizen Comments: None
Minutes for Correction/Approval: October 1, 2015
The minutes were approved as read on a unanimous voice vote.
New Business:
1. PS 2016-01 Police Reports for September-December 2015
Chief Hart said there was nothing noteworthy on these reports and the committee
approved them with no further comment.
2. PS 2016-02 Adjudication Reports for September-December 2015
Alderman Frieders questioned the discrepancy of the totals of the fines issued on separate
occasions for the same person. Mr. Olson will verify the figures. The committee then
accepted the reports as presented.
3. PS 2016-03 Noise Ordinance Discussion
Mr. Olson said the EDC recommended hiring a consultant to review the noise issue in
regards to the business called Pinheadz. He said he feels there will still be noise from
vibrations even if the music volume is decreased. He is hoping the study will provide
solutions for both the business and nearby property owners. Air vents in the business
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were closed which helped the problem. It was noted bands will be present outside in the
spring and Mr. Frieders suggested the consultant should study the problem at that time as
well. Mr. Olson noted the liquor license requires that no noise from the patio should be
heard 75 feet from the property. The business will also entertain erecting a 12-foot sound
wall. City staff will proceed with the contract.
4. PS 2016-04 Tattoo Establishments - City Code Discussion
Chairman Kot inquired if background checks can be done on individuals who rent chairs
in tattoo parlors. Attorney Orr said the City cannot do that as those individuals have no
financial control over the establishment. Alderman Colosimo suggested that licenses be
required of all individuals doing tattoos, however, the City cannot require as a non-home
rule municipality. There was also a discussion of suitable locations where a tattoo
business could be permitted. This was an information item.
5. PS 2016-05 Adult Use – City Code Discussion
The definition of massage as it pertains to the City ordinance was discussed and
Alderman Kot said the City should be cautious with the ordinance wording. He
requested a clarification email from Mr. Olson prior to the next committee meeting.
Old Business
1. PS 2015-26 Public Safety Committee Meeting Dates for 2016
Chairman Kot said he would like to adopt a quarterly meeting schedule with flexibility to
have additional meetings when needed. The committee agreed.
Additional Business
Alderman Frieders asked what police training is scheduled for the year. There is monthly
in-house training and Chief Hart said one officer had requested to take a 10-week traffic
reconstruction course at Northwestern, however, it is very expensive at $6,000-$7,000.
When a reconstructionist is needed, Oswego or Aurora provides one. Expensive
equipment is also needed.
Chief Hart also noted that Deputy Chief Klingel will be attending the FBI Academy in
October. Other classes are being offered in the spring and officers will attend and then
teach other department members. Training for Narcan (used for overdoses) was also
discussed and it was noted that Kane County has stopped providing this training. Chief
Hart said his officers have mixed emotions about administering the substance. Currently
there is no money budgeted for this.
Body cams have been budgeted and Chief Hart briefly discussed the parameters of use
and that a local company will be needed for video storage. Alderman Frieders noted the
various components/expenses of using the cams such as training, video storage, handling
malfunctions, etc.
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Chairman Kot said he would like to begin a discussion of public safety facility needs at
the next meeting and he asked for staff to gather some information. Chief Hart noted the
need for a pole building for vehicle storage to prolong the life of electronics. A regional
training facility with the ability to have wings added, would also be beneficial he said.
There was no further information and the meeting was adjourned at 7:10pm.
Minutes transcribed by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker