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l\fINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL <br />l'rU:ETIN'G 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 monthly dialogue is <br />planned for more effective police cooperation and effectiveness. <br />Sullivan said there were plans for more intensive bike patrol during the summer months <br />v.-ith more hours set aside for this patrol. Preventive measures are being taken and have <br />beQUn alono the Luce Line Trail and in Long Lake Parks. The focus will be on times of :::, :::, ~ <br />heavier use eveninos and weekends with patrol rotation and fluctuating times. , 0 ' - <br />Callahan commented on a letter regarding Officer 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 from 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 only 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 $17 5 was approved for this :funding. <br />Sullivan informed Kelley that the department was not involved in the Interstate 3 94 patrol <br />saturation. <br />ZONING ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT <br />(*#5) #2008 GREG BECKER/TESSA MARCHESSAlJLT, 3133 CASCO CffiCLE <br />-VARIANCES-RESOLUTION #3560 <br />Jabbour moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Resolution #3560. Ayes 5, Nays 0. <br />6