MINUTES
PUBLIC WORKS/PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Regular Meeting-Public Works/Public Safety Meetings - Thursday, March 14, 2024 1 :30 PM Vice Mayor Blackwelder called the meeting to order at 1 :30 PM.
1. ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Mayor Blackwelder
Councilmember Sofer
Staff: City Manager Vibeke Norgaard
Police Chief David Honda
Public Works Manager Mark Parker
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment received.
3. ORDERS OF BUSINESS
3A. Consideration and Discussion Regarding:
Body Worn Camera Update - Police Chief David Honda provided an update on Body Worn Cameras. The BWC program needs an update. Currently in the process of reviewing a proposed contract with Motorola, the current BWC vendor, for upgraded equipment, which includes cameras, cloud storage, and a 5-year subscription agreement at approximately $77,000. The City has applied for grant funding to assist with the cost.
Grant Applications for 2024 - Police Chief David Honda let the Committee know the Tribal, Tural Small City BWC project grant has been submitted. The BSCC Organized Retail Theft grant application is in process and is currently with the consultant. The department is also exploring various wellness grant opportunities.
Pink Patch and Good Samaritan Partnerships - Police Chief David Honda is exploring ideas to generate interest and seed funding. Vice Mayor Blackwelder suggested and ad hoc committee with the community.
DOJ/CJIS and PD Site Security Update - Police Chief David Honda has reviewed the DOJ requirements for police building security and the reasoning behind the new door and security lock in the breakroom.
RV/Camper Discussion Regarding Ordinance, Violations, and Permits - Vice Mayor Blackwelder brought forward concern about businesses utilizing on-street parking for vehicle storage, primarily on Catalina. The PWSC discussed RV parking, although it is not currently an issue, and a permit parking process. 1 Construction Vehicles/Trailers Parking Issues, Violations, and Permits - Vice Mayor Blackwelder raised an ongoing concern about businesses utilizing on-street parking for vehicle storage, primarily on Catalina.
Parking Signage on Main Thoroughfare of Catalina and Contra Costa - The PWSC discussed the possibility of additional parking signage to help alleviate parking issues.
Emergency Operations Plan - Chief David Honda informed the PWSC that the Emergency Operations Plan is in the process of being updated. City staff emergency operations center training is scheduled and will be in stages throughout the calendar year.
4. ADJOURNMENT
The Public Works Safety Committee adjourned the meeting at approximately 2:35 PM. 2