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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL <br />MEETING HELD ON MAY 22, 1995 <br />POLICE CHIEF REPORT <br />Chief Sullivan reported that the department is taking a new approach to police service for <br />the contract cities. These cities will be included in setting goals, and momhly dialogue is <br />planned for more effectiv'c police cooperation and effectiveness. <br />Sullivan said there were plans for more intensive bike patrol during the summer months <br />with more hours set aside for this patrol Preventive measures are being taken and have <br />begun along the Luce Line Trail and in Long Lake Parks. The focus wiU be on times of <br />heavier use, evenings and weekends, with patrol rotation and fluctuating times <br />Callahan commented on a letter regarding OfBccr Kamitz* involvement with the K-9 <br />Corps Training. It was Callahan’s understanding that the K-9 Unit had been abolished. <br />Chief Sullivan said the officer did this training on his own time and did not inform <br />Sullivan of this training until its completion. Officer Kamitz is a part-time officer. <br />Hurr referred to the past experience with the K-9 Unit and problems with dogs and <br />officers not working out well. Hurr asked for input on whether this unit should be <br />reinstated. Jabbour said the Council should be involved in giving and getting input on <br />this issue. With recent cases involving narcotics, murder, and forgery, this program <br />should not be dismissed. Callahan asked for a presentation fi-om an administrative <br />viewpoint for a future decision by the Council. <br />Callahan asked Sullivan of the progress in monthly communication, officers' appearance <br />in court, and what departmental steps were being taken to assure that all court dates are <br />being represented. Sullivan said he will initiate a policy to address this issue. Some <br />procedural changes have been made. Subpoenas in felony cases are now being opened <br />and monitored, where in the past, were ordy delivered. Callahan asked for follow-up on <br />this matter. <br />Callahan asked if a scholarship was provided for a girl to attend the North Tonka Crime <br />Prevention training camp. Sullivan said $175 was approved for this funding. <br />Sullivan informed Kelley that the department was not involved in the Interstate 394 patrol <br />saturation. <br />ZONING ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT <br />(*#5) #2008 GREG BECKEIUTESSA MARCHESSAULT, 3133 CASCO CIRCLE <br />- VARIANCES - RESOLUTION #3560 <br />Jabbour moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution #3560. Ayes 5, Nays 0.