Public Safety Minutes 2017 04-06-17Page 1 of 3
APPROVED 9/7/17
UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE
PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING
Thursday, April 6, 2017 6:00pm
City Hall Conference Room
In Attendance:
Chairman Joel Frieders Alderman Seaver Tarulis
Alderman Carlo Colosimo
Other City Officials in Attendance:
City Administrator Bart Olson Deputy Chief Larry Hilt
Police Chief Rich Hart Jason Engberg, City Planner
Others in Attendance:
Joe Plocher, Alderman-Elect
Jim Jensen, Blackberry Creek North
The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Chairman Frieders and a quorum was
established.
Citizen Comments: None
Minutes for Correction/Approval: January 5, 2017
The minutes were approved as presented on a unanimous voice vote.
New Business:
1. PS 2017-05 Police Reports for December 2016-February 2017
Chief Hart said there was nothing unusual in the reports and the milder weather resulted
in fewer accidents. There were a few parking restriction issues related to snow.
Alderman Colosimo commented on the effect social media has on policing and he
receives more emails as a result. Chief Hart encouraged texts or calls from Aldermen
about any issues.
2. PS 2017-06 Adjudication Reports for January-March 2017
Fines were average with no spikes and there are a few administrative fees for towing.
3. PS 2017-07 Noise Ordinance Amendment
Mr. Engberg said the noise ordinance was updated in December 2014 by staff. In 2015
and 2016, complaints were being received for noise and vibrations at Pindeadz. A
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consultant was retained to overhaul the noise ordinance and measuring equipment was
provided to test the noise. The issues had also been addressed by EDC and Planning and
Zoning. Staff is recommending changes to help the situation and Pinheadz will also pay
for half of a study. There are liquor and patio licenses which can be used as leverage.
Pinheadz attempted to initiate measures to reduce noise, however, vibrations are still a
problem. Alderman Frieders also discussed duration of the noise and amount of base and
it was noted the measurements are calculated on a tablet. This item will move to the
Council consent agenda.
4. PS 2017-08 Request to Purchase New Vehicles in FY 18
Chief Hart said this purchase is subject to budget approval. The total budgeted was
$165,000 for three vehicles and the actual price came in under that amount. Deputy
Chief Hilt added that the department would like to have Watchguard video cameras for
the new cars and said that Oswego is very happy with theirs. The Chief said there are
now 11 patrol vehicles and eventually he would like additional SUV's. Alderman
Frieders asked if the consortium would be involved in resolving camera problems that
occurred. Mr. Olson replied the consortium will do research on problems and for
vendors. This item moves to the Council consent agenda.
5. PS 2017-09 Liquor Code Amendment Regarding License for a Business in a City
Owned Building
Ginger and Soul wishes to secure a liquor permit from the Mayor for a license in a city
building. No additional licenses are being added, but a provision would be added in the
code. This moves to the City Council consent agenda.
6. PS 2017-10 Local Prosecution
Chief Hart has been investigating this concept. Currently, the State's Attorney's office
handles all Illinois vehicles code violations. With local prosecution, the Mayor would
contract with an attorney who would hear all city code violations on a specified date at
the courthouse. He said the State's Attorneys sometimes have very heavy case loads and
communications are sometimes lacking. The new process would also allow more control
over the outcomes and a larger amount of money would come back to the local police. In
addition, more money would come back to an Anti-Crime Task Force Commission Fund.
Five persons appointed by the Mayor would oversee the funds.
Costs for an attorney vs. a State's Attorney was discussed as well as judge and case fees.
Chief Hart noted that an added benefit is a reduction of overtime costs in court for
officers. He said some neighboring towns are also considering this idea and he
anticipates some partnerships. The committee approved and this moves forward to the
Council regular agenda.
Mr. Olson noted that all items moving forward to the Council would be on the April 25th
agenda.
Old Business None
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Additional Business
Since the Public Safety meetings are held only quarterly, Alderman Frieders said he has
asked for updates/information on goals, number of officers, etc. to show “where we
stand” compared to other departments and “what we are doing right”. Chief Hart shared
the following:
1. Budget is closing and some money remains. As a result, department will get
Narcan for overdose cases. Narcan no longer free, so it will be purchased,
officers to be trained in administering.
2. Converting policies and procedures to Lexipol which is a huge undertaking.
3. In-house training continues including policy review.
4. Authorized for 30 full time officers, have 29 now, hoping to get 30th person to
lock in police academy dates.
5. Census results may justify additional officers, FBI recommends 2 officers per
1,000 population, traffic unit would also be priority.
6. Task force person would also help bring additonal funds.
7. Department has good group of officers, no disciplinary issues!
There was no further information and the meeting was adjourned at 6:43pm.
Minutes transcribed by
Marlys Young, Minute Taker