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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Safety Packet 2026 09-03-261 - AGENDA PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday, September 3, 2026 6:00 p.m. East Conference Room #337 651 Prairie Pointe Drive, Yorkville, IL Citizen Comments: Minutes for Correction/Approval: July 2, 2026 New Business: 1. PS 2026-15 Monthly Report Review for June and July 2026 2. PS 2026-16 Adjudication Reports for July and August 2026 3. PS 2026-17 Meeting Schedule for 2027 Old Business: Additional Business: United City of Yorkville 651 Prairie Pointe Drive Yorkville, Illinois 60560 Telephone: 630-553-4350 www.yorkville.il.us UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE WORKSHEET PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE Thursday, September 3, 2026 6:00 PM EAST CONFERENCE ROOM #337 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CITIZEN COMMENTS: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MINUTES FOR CORRECTION/APPROVAL: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. July 2, 2026 □ Approved __________ □ As presented □ With corrections --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEW BUSINESS: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. PS 2026-15 Monthly Report Review for June and July 2026 □ Informational Item □ Notes ___________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. PS 2026-16 Adjudication Reports for July and August 2026 □ Informational Item □ Notes ___________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. PS 2026-17 Meeting Schedule for 2027 □ Informational Item □ Notes ___________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Have a question or comment about this agenda item? Call us Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm at 630-553-4350, email us at agendas@yorkville.il.us, post at www.facebook.com/CityofYorkville, tweet us at @CityofYorkville, and/or contact any of your elected officials at http://www.yorkville.il.us/320/City-Council Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Meeting and Date: Synopsis: Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Agenda Item Notes: Reviewed By: Legal Finance Engineer City Administrator Community Development Economic Development Police Public Works Parks and Recreation Agenda Item Number Minutes Tracking Number Minutes of the Public Safety Committee – July 2, 2026 Public Safety Committee – September 3, 2026 Majority Committee Approval Minute Taker Name Department DRAFT Page 1 of 2 UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING Thursday, July 2, 2026 6:00pm East Conference Room #337 651 Prairie Pointe Drive, Yorkville, IL In Attendance: Vice-Chairman Dan Transier Alderman Craig Soling Alderman Rusty Hyett Absent: Alderman Chris Funkhouser Other City Officials in Attendance: Police Chief Jim Jensen Others in Attendance: None The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Vice-Chairman Dan Transier Citizen Comments: None Minutes for Correction/Approval: April 2, 2026 The minutes were approved as presented. New Business: 1. PS 2026-12 Monthly Report Review for April and May 2026 For April, Chief Jensen reported the following: statistics for overtime, noted the traffic crash reconstructionist has completed the 2-year process for this certification, overweight truck enforcement, held mock prom crash simulation at high school, training hours, portable speed signs were used, citations issued, did directed patrols and answered many calls for service. The Chief also presented the May report as follows: hours of overtime, IVVC held classes at the police department to see demonstrations of some law enforcement systems used, participated in “cop on top”, 2 officers completed the FBI Trilogy leadership classes, the CSO received their Associate's Degree, training hours, traffic crashes, traffic concerns, speed trailers were used, monitored patrols, directed patrol stats, number of citations and warnings, Nybers reports showing an increase in some categories, investigation cases, criminal reports, mental health cases and arrests have both increased significantly. 2. PS 2026-13 Adjudication Reports for May and June 2026 The cases included building and zoning issues, expired registrations, animal complaints, junk/trash, retail theft, no construction permits, weeds, careless driving and illegal parking. Chief Jensen noted high school students were parking in the senior center parking lot and were warned, ticketed, but repeated this offense. Chief Jensen said the ordinance pertaining to this parking issue needs adjustment in order to be enforceable. He noted students also park in the Library parking lot. He also said the department and school are working on creating additional parking. Page 2 of 2 3. PS 2026-14 Body and Squad Car Camera - Discussion Chief Jensen said they are beginning the process of identifying agencies that have body and squad cameras since their current contract expires at the end of 2027. They are planning early to begin the budgeting for this purchase since it will be a significant expense. Their current contract is with WatchGuard/Motorola, however, the service is inadequate. The department met with WatchGuard recently to see a demo of their new system. The police have also met with another agency, Axon, however, they are expensive. Axon also has translation capabilities, superb video quality and report-writing ability. He noted the Sheriff's office uses this feature. He said if they switch vendors, all equipment must be from the same company. Axon provides new body cameras every 2.5 years. After all research is complete, a demonstration of the equipment will be given to the committee and he will compile a comprehensive report with costs, etc. Grants will be researched, but Chief Jensen noted some state requirements concerning storage and ownership vs. leasing. Chief noted that he is currently required by statute to have cameras, however, he said that may change. Old Business: None Additional Business: Chief Jensen noted he had sent an email to Alderman regarding a possible teen takeover that was potentially to have occurred the previous day. Department personnel spoke with area businesses to share information and the business owners were appreciative that they were made aware. He noted Naperville has had some serious issues with takeovers. There was no further business, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:40pm. Respectfully submitted by Marlys Young, Minute Taker Have a question or comment about this agenda item? Call us Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm at 630-553-4350, email us at agendas@yorkville.il.us, post at www.facebook.com/CityofYorkville, tweet us at @CityofYorkville, and/or contact any of your elected officials at http://www.yorkville.il.us/320/City-Council Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Meeting and Date: Synopsis: Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Agenda Item Notes: Reviewed By: Legal Finance Engineer City Administrator Community Development Economic Development Police Public Works Parks and Recreation Agenda Item Number New Business #1 Tracking Number PS 2026-15 Monthly Report Review for June and July 2026 Public Safety Committee – September 3, 2026 Informational None James Jensen Chief of Police Name Department Summary Review of the June 2026 and July 2026 Monthly Report Background The new monthly report has been designed to provide necessary feedback to the board and community regarding crime, traffic, and community policing efforts of the police department. This document is easy to understand, provides a multitude of data and is comparative in nature to the previous month and year. This report will be disseminated to the entire board and city staff on a monthly basis and will be made available to the public on-line. Recommendation None Attachments Exhibit A: June 2026 Monthly Report Exhibit B: July 2026 Monthly Report Memorandum To: Public Safety Committee From: James Jensen, Police Chief CC: Date: September 3, 2026 Subject: Monthly Report Review YORKVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT Monthly Report June 2026 Chief of Police James Jensen 651 Prairie Pointe Dr Yorkville, IL 60560 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Yorkville Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to protect life and property, assist neighborhoods with solving their problems, and enhance the quality of life in our city. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Facebook Post (06/12/26): *** Roadway is reopen 06/12/26 @ 3:08pm *** ***TRAFFIC ALERT*** East Main Street between Route 47 and McHugh Rd. is currently closed due to police presence in the area. Please use an alternate route of travel - An update will be provided once the area is cleared. ***UPDATE*** There is no threat to the public, however, police will be on scene completing reporting requirements. Roadway expected to be open shortly - An update will be provided once the area is cleared. Facebook Post (06/16/26): ***Information Only*** On Tuesday, June 16th around 6:42am, the Yorkville Police Department was contacted by an area police agency regarding a request for assistance in the 2000 block of Fairfax Way. The request stemmed from a recent incident involving an alleged home invasion and aggravated battery. The individual was taken into custody without incident by Yorkville Officers and custody was transferred to the originating agency. There was an increased police presence in the area for some time. This is for information only. There is no threat to the public. Facebook Post (06/16/26): ***Information Only*** There is an increased police presence in the area of Route 47 and Carpenter St. Yorkville Officers initially responded to the area the 2000 block of Richmond Ave for the report of a missing elderly individual. An officer located them, around 3 1/2 miles from home, in the area of Route 47 and Carpenter. They were treated by Bristol-Kendall Fire Department and released to family members. Facebook Post (06/26/26): 3:00 PM UPDATE All officers have cleared the scene. This incident remains under investigation. ***************************************************************** ***Community Alert*** There is an increased police presence on the 1300 block of Marketview Drive for an ongoing investigation. There’s no threat to the community. Officers will be on scene for the immediate future. Facebook Post (06/29/26): Traffic Alert ***UPDATE*** The roadway is open ***UPDATE*** Route 47 between Galena Road and Route 30 will be closed. An update will be posted when the roadway is reopened. ***UPDATE*** The tow truck is currently on the scene. ***UPDATE*** Both lanes of Route 47 are currently open. There will be an upcoming lane closure when the tow arrives for the semi. The public will be updated on this post. ***ORIGINAL POST*** Route 47 between Route 30 and Galena Rd Route 47 is down to one lane while waiting for a heavy duty tow due to a vehicle crash. Please consider using an alternate route. Yorkville PD is on the scene of a traffic crash involving a semi and a vehicle. The initial investigation indicates that both vehicles were northbound Route 47 when the semi veered off to the east, struck the vehicle in front of it, and overturned into the ditch. The driver of the semi was transported to an area hospital, by Bristol Kendall Fire Department, with unknown injuries. Yorkville PD is currently investigating. Yorkville PD will update this post when the roadway is clear. Thank you for your patience. Facebook Posts Facebook Post (06/02/26): Happy Anniversary, Officer Bret Johnson! We pulled Officer Johnson off his daily patrol for a quick lightning round of questions to celebrate his 1-year anniversary with YPD. As you can see, he definitely loves being the center of attention… Bret, we’re grateful to have you on Team YPD. Here’s to year one—and many more ahead! Facebook Post (07/08/26): We’re celebrating a major milestone for two of YPD’s very own. Today, Officer Ryan Goldsmith and Officer Tim Kolowski mark 20 years of serving our city! A lot has changed over the past two decades, both within our department and throughout our community, but one thing that hasn’t is your willing commitment to serving others. Even on the days that feel like “work,” you continue to show up, dig in, and lead by example (and we’ve got the photos to prove it). Ryan and Tim, how do you properly say thank you for 20 years of service? We’re not sure it can be fully captured in words, but we hope you know you are sincerely valued. You are great coworkers, champions for our city, and according to a recent poll of YPD staff......considered friends. Congratulations, fellas! Facebook Post (06/10/26): 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run today Facebook Post (06/15/26): YPD Weekend YELP Review: Officer Davis recommends the Tiger’s Blood snow cone — and reports the service was exceptional! We love summer lemonade stand season and seeing our Yorkville community do it right. We hope everyone had a great weekend and your week is off to a strong start! M-24 2022 Explorer Patrol 56,979 57,855 876 M-25 2022 Explorer Patrol 64,041 66,350 2,309 651 Prairie Pointe Dr Yorkville, IL 60560 YORKVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT Monthly Report July 2026 Chief of Police James Jensen 651 Prairie Pointe Dr Yorkville, IL 60560 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Yorkville Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to protect life and property, assist neighborhoods with solving their problems, and enhance the quality of life in our city. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Facebook Post (July 3, 2026): Dog was located in the parking lot of south Walgreens. Please contact the Yorkville Police Dept. Update: The owner of the dog was located. Facebook Post (July 4, 2026): Yorkville Public Works has been called out due to the large amount of rain and flooding in various streets in town. We would ask motorist for their patience and to use caution while traveling. Facebook Post (July 6, 2026): Getting started on a Monday morning after a holiday can sometimes be a challenge... but not today! This morning, we were privileged to welcome Officer Nicholas Godlewski to the Yorkville Police Department as our newest patrol officer. Officer Godlewski was officially sworn in with his family by his side to share in this special milestone. Officer Godlewski joins YPD as a certified police officer and will immediately begin field training as he starts serving the Yorkville community. Please join us in welcoming Officer Godlewski to the team! We're grateful you chose YPD and look forward to all you will bring to our department and our community. Welcome to the YPD family, Officer Godlewski! Facebook Post (July 18, 2026): There will be an increased police presence in the 100 block of West Hydraulic Street this morning as officers investigate an incident that occurred earlier today. This is not an active incident. All individuals involved are in custody, and there is no threat to the public. Thank you for your patience as officers complete their investigation Facebook Post (July 28, 2026): Route 47 at Hydraulic Ave The railroad crossing at this intersection is malfunctioning and the gates are currently down. Officers assisting with traffic control and calls have been placed to the railroad regarding this issue. Please consider an alternate route until the issue is resolved. Thank you for your patience. Facebook Post (July 29, 2026): UPDATE: As of 10:30am the gates have raised and the roadway has reopened. TRAFFIC ALERT: ROUTE 47 / HYDRAULIC AVENUE The railroad crossing gates in downtown Yorkville are again malfunctioning causing traffic delays. The railroad has been notified and we're working with them to get the situation resolved. Please avoid that area if possible. Facebook Post (July 29, 2026): Missing your keys? We may have them! A good Samaritan turned in a set of car keys that were found yesterday afternoon on the northwest corner of Route 71 and Eldamain Road. If you think they might be yours, contact us. We may ask you a few questions to verify ownership before returning them—after all, we don't want to give them to just anyone! Facebook Posts Facebook Post (July 3, 2026): Traffic Crash  Route 30 at Route 47 Update: Roadway is open. Update: Eastbound traffic will be blocked for a short period of time due to the tow. Thank you for your patience. Original Post: Yorkville Police are on the scene of a single vehicle crash on Route 30 just east of Route 47. The initial investigation indicated that the driver of the vehicle was eastbound, lost control, and ended up in a ditch on the south side of the roadway. The driver was treated and released at the scene by Bristol-Kendall Fire Department. The roadway is currently open as officers are standing by for a tow. Facebook Post (July 4, 2026): What a way to celebrate America's 250th birthday Yorkville! We started the day with the honor of leading our community's parade and ended it with an incredible fireworks display! Whether this was your first Independence Day (we have photo proof!) or your 250th (and if that's the case, we'd love to meet you! ), or anywhere in-between, we hope your Fourth of July was filled with family, friends, and great memories. Enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend, and thank you to everyone who helped make the celebration so special! Facebook Post (July 14, 2026): Found Cat 500 block of Hydraulic Ave. If you have any owner information, please contact the Yorkville Police Department at 630-553-4340. Facebook Post (July 17, 2026): It's always a great time spending time with our friends at the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce Especially when they're willing to step into the shoes of a police officer! We had the opportunity to put local business owners through the paces using our VirTra training simulator, giving them a firsthand look at the split-second decision making officers face through realistic, scenario-based training. You all did a fantastic job! On behalf of everyone at the Yorkville Police Department, thank you for the strong partnership you continue to foster with us. We truly appreciate the relationship we share and your ongoing support in making Yorkville such a great community to serve. Facebook Post (July 21, 2026): Back-to-School Safety Tip In Illinois, you must stop when approaching a school bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended from either direction, unless you’re on the opposite side of a divided highway. Passing a stopped school bus is not only dangerous—it’s against Illinois law and carries significant penalties. Every stop arm is protecting a child. Please stop. Facebook Post (July 22, 2026): Back-to-School Safety Tip Please park responsibly around our schools. Illinois law prohibits parking: • In crosswalks • Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant • In front of driveways • In designated fire lanes or bus loading zones • Where signs prohibit If you have to ask, “Can I park here?”…it’s probably best not to. Facebook Post (July 23, 2026): NO STUDENT PARKING A friendly reminder as we head back to school: There is NO student parking at the Beecher Center or the Yorkville Public Library. Please take a moment to review the attached information and make sure you know where parking is and, just as importantly, where it isn’t. Let’s keep traffic moving, emergency access clear, and our school grounds safe for everyone! Facebook Post (July 24, 2026): We're Hiring! Ready to make a difference? ... it's time to go to work. The Yorkville Police Department is looking for dedicated, professional men and women who are committed to service, integrity, and excellence. If you're ready to begin your career in law enforcement, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward joining the YPD team: https://www.applytoserve.com/Application.aspx?ID=808 Facebook Post (July 27, 2026): Back to School Safety! Today's post includes Yorkville High School and Yorkville High School Academy student pick-up and drop-off maps. Please follow the designated traffic pattern, obey staff directions, and avoid dropping students off in the middle of the street! Facebook Post (July 28, 2026): Facebook Post (July 28, 2026): Yorkville Middle School student pick-up and drop-off maps! We appreciate everyone's patience during those busy morning and afternoon rushes! Slow down, stay alert, and let's work together for a safe school year! Facebook Post (July 30, 2026): We'd like to extend a HUGE thank you to Mars Wrigley of Yorkville for their donation of Skittles for National Night Out! Stop by the police tent at National Night Out next Tuesday for complimentary Skittles! National Night Out will be held at Riemenschneider Park (600 Hayden Drive, behind the police station) on Tuesday, August 4th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. M-23 2018 Malibu Deputy Chief 46,737 47,460 723 M-24 2022 Explorer Patrol 57,855 59,341 1,486 M-25 2022 Explorer Patrol 66,350 69,280 2,930 651 Prairie Pointe Dr Yorkville, IL 60560 Have a question or comment about this agenda item? Call us Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm at 630-553-4350, email us at agendas@yorkville.il.us, post at www.facebook.com/CityofYorkville, tweet us at @CityofYorkville, and/or contact any of your elected officials at http://www.yorkville.il.us/320/City-Council Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Meeting and Date: Synopsis: Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Agenda Item Notes: Reviewed By: Legal Finance Engineer City Administrator Community Development Economic Development Police Public Works Parks and Recreation Agenda Item Number New Business #2 Tracking Number PS 2026-16 Adjudication Reports for July and August 2026 Public Safety Committee – September 3, 2026 None Informational Review of Adjudication Reports James Jensen Chief of Police Name Department Summary Review of the July 2026 – August 2026 Adjudication Reports Background None Recommendation None Attachments Exhibit A: July 2026 – August 2026 Adjudication Report Memorandum To: Public Safety Committee From: James Jensen, Police Chief CC: Date: September 3, 2026 Subject: Monthly Adjudication Report Review Have a question or comment about this agenda item? Call us Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm at 630-553-4350, email us at agendas@yorkville.il.us, post at www.facebook.com/CityofYorkville, tweet us at @CityofYorkville, and/or contact any of your elected officials at http://www.yorkville.il.us/320/City-Council Agenda Item Summary Memo Title: Meeting and Date: Synopsis: Council Action Previously Taken: Date of Action: Action Taken: Item Number: Type of Vote Required: Council Action Requested: Submitted by: Agenda Item Notes: Reviewed By: Legal Finance Engineer City Administrator Community Development Economic Development Police Public Works Parks and Recreation Agenda Item Number New Business #3 Tracking Number PS 2026-17 Meeting Schedule for 2027 Public Safety Committee – September 3, 2026 Majority Approval Proposed meeting schedule for 2027. Jori Contrino Administration Name Department Summary Proposed 2027 meeting schedule for the Public Safety Committee. Meeting Schedule for 2027 For 2027, if the Public Safety Committee would like to continue meeting bi-monthly on the first Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m., the tentative meeting dates would be as follows:  January 7, 2027  March 4, 2027  May 6, 2027  July 1, 2027  September 2, 2027  November 4, 2027 Recommendation Staff recommends review of the proposed meeting dates and time so that a meeting schedule can be finalized for 2027. 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