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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

PHOENIX CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY AND VETERANS SUBCOMMITTEE

Pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431.02, notice is hereby given to the members of the PHOENIX CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC SAFETY AND VETERANS SUBCOMMITTEE and to the general public, that the PUBLIC SAFETY AND VETERANS SUBCOMMITTEE will hold a meeting open to the public on May 14, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. located in Phoenix City Hall, Assembly Rooms A, B, C, 200 West Washington Street, Phoenix, Arizona. One or more members may participate via teleconference. Agenda items may be taken out of order. The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

1. Call to Order Chairman Nowakowski

2. Approval of Minutes for April 9, 2014. Subcommittee

3. Call to the Public Chairman Nowakowski

Items 4-10 are for Consent. No presentations are planned; however staff will be available to answer questions.

4. REQUEST TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT FEMA USAR FUNDING This report requests the Public Safety and Veteran’s Subcommittee recommend the City Council authorize the City Manager or his designee to apply for and if awarded, accept approximately $1.2M in grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Fire Department Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Arizona Task Force One (AZ-TF1). This item is for Consent.

Kara Kalkbrenner, Acting Fire Chief 3

5. GRANT APPLICATION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE, FOR THE BYRNE CRIMINAL JUSTICE INNOVATION (BCJI) PROGRAM This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council retroactive approval for the Police Department to apply for grant funds through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation (BCJI) Program. This item is for Consent.

Daniel V. Garcia, Chief of Police Page 15

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6. GRANT APPLICATION TO THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF JUSTICE FOR THE FY 2014 DNA CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT AND BACKLOG REDUCTION PROGRAM GRANT This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to apply for grant funds from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) in an amount not to exceed $540,000 for the FY 2014 DNA Capacity Enhancement and Backlog Reduction Program. This item is for Consent.


7. A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF JUSTICE FOR THE SOLVING COLD CASES WITH DNA GRANT This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to apply for grant funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice, Solving Cold Cases with DNA program. This item is for Consent.


8. AMEND ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT ADDITIONAL FUNDS FROM THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to amend Ordinance S-40323 to accept additional funds from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) not to exceed $1,000,000. This item is for Consent.

Daniel V. Garcia, Chief of Police 1

9. FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2014 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT FUNDS This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval to apply for DHS grant funds that include the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) and the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) through the Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS). This report also provides an update on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding levels for the FY 2014 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP). This item is for Consent.

Kevin C. Kalkbrenner Homeland Defense and Emergency Management Director Page 23

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10. APPLY FOR, ACCEPT AND DISBURSE ONE BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (SMART PROSECUTION) This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval to apply for and accept a Smart Prosecution Initiative Grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). This item is for Consent.

Aarón Carreón-Aínsa, City Prosecutor Page 25

Item 11 is for Information Only. No presentations are planned; however staff will be available to answer questions.

11. NEW UNIFORM CRIME REPORTING (UCR) DEFINITION FOR RAPE This report provides the Public Safety and Veteran’s Subcommittee with information on changes to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program’s definition for rape. This item is for Information Only.


12. METAL THEFT UPDATE This report provides the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee with an update on the effects of newly enacted HB 2262, which was implemented in September 2013 in the State of Arizona. This item is for Information and Discussion.


13. UPDATE ON MUNICIPAL COURT SPECIALIZED DOCKETS - MENTAL HEALTH This report provides information to the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee related to the Municipal Court specialty dockets dealing with cases involving mental competency issues. This item is for Information and Discussion.

Roxanne Song-Ong, Chief Presiding Judge 1

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VETERANS SERVICES UPDATE This report provides the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee with an update on efforts in serving vulnerable veterans in the City of Phoenix. This item is for Information and Discussion

Deanna Jonovich, Deputy City Manager Page 33

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15. WATER SAFETY The purpose of this report is to provide information to the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee about water safety programs and drowning prevention efforts from the Phoenix Fire Department (PFD). This item is for Information and Discussion

Kara Kalkbrenner, Acting Fire Chief Page 37

16. SUPERBOWL PLANNING UPDATE & ACTIC SUPPORT OVERVIEW This report provides the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee with a summary of the planning efforts underway for Super Bowl XLIX, and an overview of the support that will be provided for this event by the Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center (ACTIC). This item is for Information and Discussion

Daniel V. Garcia, Chief of Police Kevin Kalkbrenner, Homeland Defense and Emergency Management Director Page 39

17. Future Agenda Items Subcommittee

18. Adjournment Chairman Nowakowski

For further information, please call Corey Williams, Management Assistant, City Manager’s Office at 602-261-8875. Persons paid to lobby on behalf of persons or organizations other than themselves shall register with the City Clerk prior to lobbying or within five business days thereafter, and must register annually to continue lobbying. If you have any questions about registration or whether or not you must register, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 602-262-6811. For reasonable accommodations, call Corey Williams at Voice/602-261-8875 or TTY/602-534-5500 as early as possible to coordinate needed arrangements.

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Phoenix City Council Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee

Summary Minutes Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Assembly Rooms A, B, and C 200 West Washington Street Phoenix, Arizona Subcommittee Members Present Subcommittee Members Absent Councilman Michael Nowakowski, Chair None Councilwoman Thelda Williams Councilwoman Kate Gallego Councilwoman Laura Pastor Staff Present Staff Present Staff Present Public Present Wilbur Hudson James Leonard Shelly Jamison Kelly Liebermann Aaron Carreon-Ainsa Roxanne Song-Ong Jason Harrell Greg Gonzales Vicki Hill Jill Celaya Sharyn Zlotnick

Tim Hampton Carrie Withey Tina Solomon Will Gonzalez Cheryl Griesmann Deb Iodice Sandra Renteria Mark Angle Larry Contreras Don Taylor Patricia George

Leif Anderson Martha Loubert David Faulkner Denton Casey Lynn Coyer Corey Williams Danny Murphy Karen Peters Michael Parra Thaddis Jackson

Melvin Morris Mark Nermyr Tracey Goodner Felton King Anne Phillips Bill Solomon Charles Fanniel Catherine O’Grady Heather Mayes Tami Hartman Ana Sanchez

1. Call to Order

Chairman Nowakowski called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m.

2. Approval of the Minutes from the February 12, 2014 and February 18, 2014 Meetings. Councilwoman Williams moved to approve the minutes from the February 12, 2014 and the February 18, 2014 Meetings. Councilwoman Pastor seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

6. Fire Department Innovation and Efficiency Study Implementation Update (Item Heard Out of Order) 7. Authorization to Enter into a Memorandum of Understand with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations for Police Services 8. Authorization to Enter into a Letter of Agreement with the Drug Enforcement Administration for Police Services 9. Authorization to Apply for and Accept High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) 24 Grant Funds 10. Request Authorization to Amend Contract #133007 with the Southwest Border Anti-Money Laundering Alliance 11. Prosecutors Office’s Prostitution Diversion Program

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Councilwoman Williams moved to approve Items 6 through 11. Councilwoman Pastor seconded the motion, which passed 4-0. 12. Water Safety 13. Metal Theft

Councilwoman Williams made a motion to move Items 12 through 13 to the May 14, 2014 Meeting. Councilwoman Pastor seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

3. Call to the Public Felton King spoke in support of Wilbur Hudson’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Mr. King stated he had known Mr. Hudson to be a fair-minded and considerate professional who has worked to promote the City’s best interests. Reverend Tracey Goodner spoke in support of Wilbur Hudson’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Rev. Goodner stated Mr. Hudson was very active in the community not only as a family man, small business owner, and representative for community issues such as housing. Charles Fanniel spoke in support of Wilbur Hudson’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Mr. Fanniel stated that Mr. Hudson worked to improve the quality of life for others, and that he would serve as an excellent role model for youth throughout the City. Katherine O’Grady spoke in support of Alicia Lawler’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Ms. O’Grady stated Ms. Lawler was a personal and professional friend who was compassionate, fair, and actively served her community and church. Mark Nermyr spoke in support of James Leonard’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Mr. Nermyr stated Mr. Leonard had served the public for approximately 24 years as a lawyer. Mr. Nermyr commented Mr. Leonard was compassionate and kind, and would serve the City and its residents well. Melvin Morris spoke in support of James Leonard’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Mr. Morris stated he personally witnessed Mr. Leonard’s professionalism, compassion, and desire to ensure that defendants had access to the social service networks that could help them improve their lives. Ana Sanchez spoke in support of Tina Solomon’s appointment to the Phoenix Municipal Bench. Ms. Sanchez stated she had known Ms. Solomon as a colleague and friend to be patient and compassionate. Ms. Sanchez noted that Ms. Soloman has a great legal mind, and has served with dignity and kindness throughout her career.

4. Discussion and Consideration by the Subcommittee to Fill the Current Judicial Vacancy on the Phoenix Municipal Bench (Item Heard Out of Order)

a. Wilbur Hudson stated his legal experience included working in the Attorney General’s Office, practicing law in every limited jurisdiction court in the State, and establishing a private practice. Mr. Hudson commented

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that he was active in community and religious organizations, and that he would bring confidence and decorum to the bench. Councilwoman Williams asked Mr. Hudson why he was the best candidate for the position. Mr. Hudson replied he practiced law in the Municipal Court for the majority of his career. Mr. Hudson remarked, that as a result, he was familiar with the structure, operations, and personnel of the organization. Councilwoman Gallego asked Mr. Hudson if the role of a judge was to administer punishment to, or modify the behavior of, a defendant. Mr. Hudson replied the role of a judge was to offer defendants the opportunity to develop socially acceptable behaviors. Mr. Hudson added it was important to administer justice, but that it must be done in a personalized manner that was appropriate for the individual defendant. Councilwoman Pastor asked Mr. Hudson what experience prepared him for the bench. Mr. Hudson replied that a series of domestic violence cases taught him to be patient, compassionate, and to be a good listener. Councilwoman Pastor asked Mr. Hudson what qualities were ideal for a judge. Mr. Hudson answered characteristics like patience, kindness, impartiality, and the interest in acting in the best interest of the court system and the larger society were ideal for a judge. Chairman Nowakowski asked Mr. Hudson to describe what occurred in the case State v. Rafael Rios. Mr. Hudson replied that Mr. Rios was involved in a drug deal that ended in murder. Mr. Hudson remarked that Mr. Rios subsequently received a sentence of life imprisonment for the crime. Mr. Hudson commented that Mr. Rios stated he was satisfied with the representation Mr. Hudson provided despite the outcome of his case. Mr. Hudson reiterated the fact that he has spent the majority of his legal career working in the State of Arizona and the Phoenix Municipal Court. Mr. Hudson added that he would do his best to represent the City if selected for the position.

b. Alicia Lawler stated she was honored to be considered to fill the vacancy on the Municipal Bench, and that her professional experience included serving as a Pro Tem judge responsible for full-time and jail dockets, and working in the Mental Health Court. Ms. Lawler commented she enjoyed working with the Municipal Court staff, and that her knowledge, skills and abilities prepared her for a position on the bench. Councilwoman Williams asked Ms. Lawler why she was the best candidate for the position. Ms. Lawler stated her professional experiences have taught her that a judge should be pragmatic, patient, compassionate, fair, and tough. Ms. Lawler remarked that she also knew how to effectively and efficiently manage a courtroom.

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Councilwoman Gallego asked Ms. Lawler if the role of a judge was to administer punishment to, or modify the behavior of, a defendant. Ms. Lawler replied that jail sentences did not resolve criminal behavior and that evidenced based sentencing helped address the underlining issues that led to crime. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Lawler what experience prepared her for the bench. Ms. Lawler replied that her professional experiences and parenthood prepared her to be accountable and to be tough. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Lawler what qualities were ideal for a judge. Ms. Lawler answered the most important qualities for judges were patience, compassion, the desire to serve the public, and professionalism. Chairman Nowakowski asked Ms. Lawler how she has grown since the last time she applied to fill a vacancy on the Municipal Bench. Ms. Lawler replied she had served as a jury trial judge in the past year, which had made her more versatile professionally. Ms. Lawler added she would work hard to earn her place on the bench by seeking out educational and other opportunities to promote her professional growth. Ms. Lawler reiterated that patience and civility would rule in her courtroom.

c. James Leonard stated he was grateful for the opportunity to be interviewed to fill the vacancy on the Municipal Bench. Councilwoman Williams asked Mr. Leonard why he was the best candidate for the position. Mr. Leonard replied his legal experience in the private sector and in the Phoenix Municipal Court distinguished him from other candidates. Mr. Leonard remarked that along with representing defendants in felony cases, he presided over the Jail Court and supervised public defenders in the Veterans Court. Councilwoman Gallego asked Mr. Leonard if the role of a judge was to administer punishment to, or modify the behavior of, a defendant. Mr. Leonard replied a judge’s role was to provide an opportunity for the defendant to modify his behavior. Mr. Leonard commented that when sentencing was necessary, it was critical to examine the defendant’s personal history to determine if his actions were representative or an aberration of his past behavior. Councilwoman Pastor asked Mr. Leonard what experience prepared him for the bench. Mr. Leonard replied the ability to assess the credibility of everyone in a courtroom and parenthood best prepared him to serve as a judge. Councilwoman Pastor asked Mr. Leonard what qualities were ideal for a judge. Mr. Leonard answered that temperament, respect, punctuality, courtroom decorum, legal expertise, and trustworthiness were important characteristics for a judge.

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Chairman Nowakowski asked Mr. Leonard to provide a brief description of what occurred in the case State v. Contreras. Mr. Leonard replied that he saved Mr. Contreras from the death penalty by working to ensure that character witnesses, some of whom lived outside of the U.S., had the opportunity to appear in court to testify on his behalf. Mr. Leonard added that he would like the opportunity to serve the City in a larger capacity professionally in order to have a greater impact on residents and their respective communities.

d. Anne Phillips stated she was honored to be considered for the Municipal Bench vacancy and that her professional career has included work as a public defender, small business owner, and judge. Councilwoman Williams asked Ms. Phillips why she was the best candidate for the position. Ms. Phillips replied her devotion to public service, parenthood, and her love and respect for the City and State made her the best candidate.

Councilwoman Gallego asked Ms. Phillips if the role of a judge was to administer punishment to, or modify the behavior of, a defendant. Ms. Phillips replied the role a judge was to administer punishment in a manner that was respectful, fair, and transparent, and that prevented defendants from repeating the same behaviors. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Phillips what experience prepared her for the bench. Ms. Phillips replied that parenthood taught her to be fair, patient, and diligent. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Phillips what qualities were ideal for a judge. Ms. Phillips answered that compassion, empathy, fairness, impartiality, kindness, humor, and the ability to control a courtroom were the most important qualities for a judge. Chairman Nowakowski asked Ms. Phillips to describe her experience as a hearing officer in the Arizona Superior Court. Ms. Phillips replied that she learned a lot about civility, practical ethics, and how to control difficult attorneys. Ms. Phillips added that she always wanted to make a difference in the community and the lives of its residents, and reiterated her love for the City of Phoenix and the State of Arizona.

e. Tina Solomon stated she was honored to be considered for the Municipal Bench vacancy. Ms. Solomon remarked that her experience as a prosecutor for bench and jury trials, her work as a domestic violence specialist, and her involvement in the specialty courts have helped her to understand how judges can make a difference in the legal system. Councilwoman Williams asked Ms. Solomon why she was the best candidate for the position. Ms. Solomon replied her knowledge of the law

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and of legal processes had helped her develop a holistic perspective of the legal system, which made her the best candidate for the position

Councilwoman Gallego asked Ms. Solomon if the role of a judge was to administer punishment to, or modify the behavior of, a defendant. Ms. Solomon replied that it was necessary for a judge to have a holistic approach in order to negotiate an appropriate outcome that benefits all parties in a case. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Solomon what experience prepared her for the bench. Ms. Solomon replied that her personal relationships helped her realize that everyone deserved empathy due to the trials and tribulations they experienced. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Solomon what qualities were ideal for a judge. Ms. Solomon answered that legal expertise, a professional disposition, respectfulness, integrity, and excellent communication skills were ideal characteristics for a judge. Chairman Nowakowski asked Ms. Solomon what motivated her to help others. Ms. Solomon replied that she tried to teach her children to help others and to treat everyone with dignity and respect. Ms. Solomon added that if she was selected for the position, her transition would be seamless due to her work experience and familiarity with the Phoenix Municipal Court. Ms. Solomon also stated that she would love to serve the City in a larger capacity, and was honored to be considered for the position.

f. Carrie Withey stated she was a native Arizonan, and that her unique personal history prepared her to identify and empathize with different types of people. Councilwoman Williams asked Ms. Withey why she was the best candidate for the position. Ms. Withey replied she routinely served as a Pro Tem Judge for, and has worked in every courtroom and presided over every docket in, the Phoenix Municipal Court. Ms. Withey remarked that she has an extensive and diverse amount of trial experiences as a lawyer, and was dedicated to serving the court and the City of Phoenix. Ms. Withey added her work ethic and courtroom demeanor were excellent. Councilwoman Gallego asked Ms. Withey if the role of a judge was to administer punishment to, or modify the behavior of, a defendant. Ms. Withey replied the goal of the Phoenix Municipal Court system was to give defendants the hope and dignity they needed to take responsibility for their actions and change their behavior, and restore the health and well-being of victims and the larger community. Ms. Withey remarked that punishment was appropriate and necessary in order to be accountable to victims and public safety. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Withey what experience prepared her for the bench. Ms. Withey replied the community service she performed

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helped her understand some of the challenges people experienced throughout the community, and how those challenges might contribute to someone having an interaction with the court. Ms. Withey remarked that her service to the community has also helped her learn about the programs and services that were available in the City, which was beneficial information when considering sentencing options. Councilwoman Pastor asked Ms. Withey what qualities were ideal for a judge. Ms. Withey replied that fairness and impartiality were important characteristics for a judge because every defendant should feel that he was treated with respect and had the opportunity to present his case. Ms. Withey remarked that judges should also have a strong work ethic, be punctual and prepared, and live their private and public lives with integrity. Chairman Nowakowski asked Ms. Withey what types of community service organizations she worked with. Ms. Withey replied her work with Circle in the City was very meaningful because the organization helped provide necessary social services to people that improved their quality of life, and their outcomes in Court. Ms. Withey added it was an honor to work in the Phoenix Municipal Court, and vowed to work hard to earn her position on the bench if she was selected for the position.

Councilwoman Williams made a motion for recess until 1:30 p.m. Councilwoman Pastor seconded the motion, which passed 4-0. Chairman Nowakowski called the meeting to order at 1:34 p.m. Councilwoman Williams made a motion to end the public meeting, and for Council Members to enter Executive Session at 1:35 p.m. Councilwoman Pastor seconded the motion, which passed 4-0. Chairman Nowakowski called the meeting to order at 2:13 p.m.

5. Recommendation by the Subcommittee to Fill Current Judicial Vacancy on the Phoenix Municipal Bench Councilwoman Williams moved to forward the recommendation of Wilbur Hudson to fill the current judicial vacancy for a four-year judicial term to the full City Council. Councilwoman Pastor seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.

14. Future Agenda Items Chairman Nowakowski reiterated that the Water Safety and Metal Theft Items on the agenda would be heard during the May 14, 2014 Meeting. Councilwoman Gallego asked for a briefing regarding legal strategies that were available to keep stores that sold drug paraphernalia away from sensitive areas such as schools and homeless shelters.

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15. Adjournment Chairman Nowakowski adjourned the meeting at 2:18 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Thaddis Jackson

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Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee, May 14, 2014, Item 4

CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Lisa Takata

Deputy City Manager

FROM: Kara Kalkbrenner

Acting Fire Chief

SUBJECT: REQUEST TO APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT FEMA USAR FUNDING

This report requests the Public Safety and Veteran’s Subcommittee recommend the City Council authorize the City Manager or his designee to apply for and if awarded, accept approximately $1.2M in grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Fire Department Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Arizona Task Force One (AZ-TF1). Authorization is also requested for the City Treasurer to receive and for the City Controller to disburse funds. THE ISSUE Since 1994, the Fire Department has participated in the national Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) program. The program provides funding for equipment and training for Fire Department and Police Department members to be prepared to respond to a natural or man-made disaster. In addition to enhancing the services provided to the residents of Phoenix, AZ-TF1 has responded to a number of national emergencies including earthquakes, the bombing of the Murrah Building in Oklahoma City, the attack on the World Trade Center in New York, and to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in Louisiana. Funds received annually from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are used to maintain the readiness status of AZ-TF1 for deployment at any time. The Fire Department follows DHS guidelines for the expenditure of these funds. The 2014-2015 grant award includes funding for training, equipment maintenance, meetings, record keeping, staff, and documentation. No matching funds are required. Funding is sought in the amount of approximately $1.2M for the grant cycle that begins on August 1, 2014 and ends on January 31, 2016. This grant funds three full-time positions in the Fire Department: a Deputy Chief, a Fire Captain, and a Secretary III. RECOMMENDATION This report requests the Public Safety and Veteran’s Subcommittee recommend the City Council authorize the City Manager or his designee to apply for and if awarded, accept approximately $1.2M in grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the Fire Department Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) Arizona Task Force One (AZ-TF1). Authorization is also requested for the City Treasurer to receive and for the City Controller to disburse funds.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Milton Dohoney Jr.

Assistant City Manager

FROM: Daniel V. Garcia

Chief of Police

SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE, FOR THE BYRNE CRIMINAL JUSTICE INNOVATION (BCJI) PROGRAM

This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council retroactive approval for the Police Department to apply for grant funds through the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation (BCJI) Program. The Police Department is applying under category two (planning and implementation) for up to $1,000,000. The grant application was due May 6, 2014. THE ISSUE The goal of BCJI Program is to reduce crime and improve community safety as part of a comprehensive strategy to advance neighborhood revitalization. Category two of this grant will fund planning and implementation efforts for place-based strategies designed to address chronic incidents of violent and serious crime within an area as part of a neighborhood revitalization initiative. The BCJI grant requires a broad cross-sector partnership team comprised of law enforcement, a local research partner, neighborhood residents, and other relevant stakeholders. If awarded, $150,000 of the grant funds would be available in the planning phase, which is anticipated to take 9-12 months, and will result in the development of an implementation plan. If the granting agency approves the implementation plan, the remainder of the grant funds will be released in order to address the crime problem/s and area identified in the planning stage. RECOMMENDATION Staff requests that the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council retroactive approval to apply for the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation (BCJI) Program. No matching funds are required. Cost to the City is in-kind resources only.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT




Chief of Police

SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF JUSTICE FOR THE FY 2014 DNA CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT AND BACKLOG REDUCTION PROGRAM GRANT

This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to apply for grant funds from the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) in an amount not to exceed $540,000 for the FY 2014 DNA Capacity Enhancement and Backlog Reduction Program. The deadline to submit the grant application is June 2, 2014. THE ISSUE The Police Department’s Laboratory Services Bureau (LSB) has applied for, and has been awarded funds through this grant program during the past several years. The LSB is committed to implementing innovative solutions to address the issues facing many crime laboratories nationwide. The LSB has made significant strides in remedying these issues by utilizing these grant funds as part of a comprehensive approach to support and enhance the services provided to the criminal justice community. The focus of this grant is to provide for the processing, recording, screening, and testing of forensic DNA and/or DNA database samples. All DNA profiles will be entered into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) and ultimately, where applicable, uploaded to the National DNA Index System (NDIS). The Police Department is proposing the grant funding be utilized for forensic scientist overtime, related fringe benefits, equipment, travel/training, a contract for outsourcing DNA testing, and other costs to improve the quality and timeliness of forensic DNA casework and to reduce backlogs in the analysis of DNA evidence. RECOMMENDATION This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to apply for grant funds in an amount not to exceed $540,000 from the National Institute of Justice for the FY 2014 DNA Capacity Enhancement and Backlog Reduction Program. No matching funds are required; cost to the city is in-kind resources only. Impact is citywide.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Milton Dohoney Jr. Assistant City Manager


Chief of Police

SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF JUSTICE FOR THE SOLVING COLD CASES WITH DNA GRANT

This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to apply for grant funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice, Solving Cold Cases with DNA program. The deadline to submit the grant application is May 27, 2014. THE ISSUE The Police Department’s Crime Laboratory has applied for and received similar grants over the last several years. The focus of this grant is to identify, review, and investigate “violent crime cold cases” that have the potential to be solved using DNA analysis, and to locate and analyze the biological evidence associated with these cases. Advances in DNA technologies have substantially increased the successful DNA analysis of aged, degraded, limited, or otherwise compromised biological evidence. As a result, crime scene samples once thought to be unsuitable for testing may now yield DNA profiles. In addition, samples that previously generated inconclusive DNA results can be successfully analyzed. A “violent crime cold case” refers to any unsolved Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Part I violent crime case for which all significant investigative leads has been exhausted. The Police Department is proposing the grant fund overtime and related fringe benefits for the purpose of case review, location of evidence, and DNA analysis of biological evidence from violent crime cold cases. RECOMMENDATION This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to apply for grant funds in an amount not to exceed $300,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice, Solving Cold Cases with DNA program. No matching funds are required; cost to the city is in-kind resources only. Impact is citywide.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT




Chief of Police

SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT ADDITIONAL FUNDS FROM THE ARIZONA GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY

This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to amend Ordinance S-40323 to accept additional funds from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) not to exceed $1,000,000. THE ISSUE On October 30, 2013, City Council authorized the Police Department to enter into a one-year agreement with GOHS and to accept funding up to $500,000 from the FY 2014 GOHS grant program. This grant funding provides support for traffic related projects for the City Prosecutor’s Office, Street Transportation, Fire, and Police Departments. Pursuant to the Highway Safety Act of 1966, grant projects are funded through grants from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) and administered by GOHS. The level of traffic safety in Phoenix is largely dependent upon the success of existing and proposed traffic safety programs. Since the original award, GOHS has made available additional funds to expand these programs. The total agreement amount would be raised by an additional $500,000 (from a maximum amount of $500,000 up to $1,000,000). RECOMMENDATION This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval for staff to amend Ordinance S-40323 to accept additional funds from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety not to exceed $1,000,000. Cost to the city is in-kind resources. Impact is citywide.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Milton Dohoney Jr. Assistant City Manager

FROM:

Kevin C. Kalkbrenner Homeland Defense and Emergency Management Director Kara Kalkbrenner Acting Fire Chief Daniel V. Garcia Chief of Police

SUBJECT: FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2014 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT FUNDS

This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval to apply for DHS grant funds that include the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) and the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) through the Arizona Department of Homeland Security (AZDOHS). This report also provides an update on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding levels for the FY 2014 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP). THE ISSUE The HSGP is the primary funding source to build and sustain national preparedness capabilities. The FY 2014 HSGP allocations were released on March 18, 2014. The Phoenix UASI Program was allocated $5.5 million and the state of Arizona was awarded $4.6 million for the SHSGP. The award amount stayed the same as the FY 2013 levels for the UASI grant program. Regional UASI subcommittees and Phoenix Fire and Police Department executives have been meeting to develop project priorities. OTHER INFORMATION Grant funds have provided financial assistance to the Phoenix Fire and Police Departments to prevent, protect, respond, mitigate, and recover from acts of terrorism and catastrophic events in the Phoenix Urban Area (Maricopa County) and support the Phoenix Urban Area Homeland Security Strategy. Funds have been used to purchase equipment, vehicles, conduct training and exercises, assessments on critical infrastructure sites, and to implement target hardening measures to protect critical infrastructure. Funding has also been used to develop programs such as the Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO) and Community

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Emergency Response Team (CERT) programs. The grants’ focus on regionalization has forged inter-jurisdictional cooperation and multi-discipline collaboration. The grant application is due May 23, 2014. No matching funds are required to accept U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant funds. Approved expenditures incurred by the City in support of these grant programs will be reimbursed by the AZDOHS. RECOMMENDATION Staff requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval to apply for the FY 2014 HSGP funds.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Ed Zuercher

City Manager

FROM: Aarón J. Carreón-Aínsa

City Prosecutor

SUBJECT: APPLY FOR, ACCEPT AND DISBURSE ONE BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (SMART PROSECUTION)

This report requests the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee recommend City Council approval to apply for and accept a Smart Prosecution Initiative Grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). THE ISSUE If awarded, the grant funding of up to $450,000 for two years will allow the Prosecutor’s Office, in collaboration with Arizona State University School of Social Work (ASU), to compare the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of the Positive Alternative Program intervention with an alternative intervention program. The goal of the Positive Alternatives Diversion Program (PAP) is to teach defendants in non-domestic violence cases (e.g. assault, threats, and criminal damage) to express anger in appropriate ways in an effort to change the behavior, reduce recidivism, learn how to think rationally and make situational appropriate decisions. ASU will then conduct a recidivism study to determine the value of the PAP program and the alternative intervention program to improve the overall approach and to reduce recidivism. ASU will gather and analyze the data and make recommendations for improvements. The concept paper requirement of the grant was due on April 22, 2014. If the concept paper is accepted, the City will be asked by BJA to apply and submit the grant application by June 11, 2014. OTHER INFORMATION BJA’s Smart Prosecution Initiative is designed to promote effective data-driven, research-based approaches to prosecution and prosecutor-led justice systems innovations and reforms. Smart Prosecution will seek to pair an operational, results-focused researcher with a prosecutor’s office to develop data-driven solutions which create effective, efficient, and just prosecution strategies which will ultimately improve public safety. It will provide other valuable resources to equip a prosecutor’s office to access data across various criminal justice and non-criminal justice information systems to improve results for communities. BJA hopes that the lessons learned will develop a rich body of evidence for use by prosecutors nationally as they seek to work with communities to solve chronic problems and fight violent crime.

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BJA's mission is to provide leadership and services in grant administration and criminal justice policy development to support local, state, and tribal justice strategies to achieve safer communities. BJA supports programs and initiatives in the areas of law enforcement, justice information sharing, countering terrorism, managing offenders, combating drug crime and abuse, adjudication, advancing tribal justice, crime prevention, protecting vulnerable populations, and capacity building. RECOMMENDATION Staff requests the Subcommittee recommend Council approval to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Smart Prosecution Initiative Grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA).

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT




Chief of Police

SUBJECT: NEW UNIFORM CRIME REPORTING (UCR) DEFINITION FOR RAPE

This report provides the Public Safety and Veteran’s Subcommittee with information on changes to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program’s definition for rape. THE ISSUE The Phoenix Police Department’s official crime statistics are compiled in accordance with the FBI’s UCR Program guidelines. Uniform crime reporting is a collective effort by city, county, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement agencies to present a nationwide view of crime. Offenses reported to the UCR Program are limited to the most significant and most commonly reported crimes occurring in all parts of the country. Serious crimes are referred to as Part I offenses and consist of: criminal homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. Of these, the first four offenses are collectively referred to as violent crimes and the latter four are collectively referred to as property crimes. This official statistical information is an established service indicator for the Phoenix Police Department, and is routinely made available to the public. The Phoenix Police Department is one of an estimated 18,000 law enforcement agencies across the country that voluntarily reports UCR crime counts to the FBI. Data submitted to the UCR Program must conform to submission standards, offense definitions, and specifications established by the FBI. Recently, the FBI modified the UCR definition for rape, making it gender neutral, and broader in terms of sex offense information. The Police Department began reporting rape incidents to the FBI based on the new definition in 2014. Given the more inclusive definition, the Police Department expects citywide rape statistics to increase in 2014. These increases may also contribute to a rise in overall violent crime as well, since rape is one of the four crime types that comprise the violent crime category. OTHER INFORMATION The FBI officially changed its definition for UCR rape in January 2013, however, the changes to the FBI reporting forms were not available until later in the year. The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS), which is the collection point for Arizona agencies that submit UCR crime counts to the FBI, requested all Arizona agencies to begin reporting UCR rape counts based on the new definition starting in January 2014.

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The Phoenix Police Department has adjusted its UCR reporting to adhere to the new definition. Per the FBI, the previous definition of UCR rape was, “The carnal knowledge of a female forcibly and against her will.” The FBI also noted that carnal knowledge is defined by Black’s Law Dictionary (6th ed.), as “The act of a man having sexual bodily connections with a woman; sexual intercourse.” Thus according to the previous UCR definition, sexual assaults involving male victims, and any other form of sexual assault on female victims other than sexual intercourse would not have met the UCR criteria for rape, and would not have been included in the Department’s official UCR statistics for that offense. The new UCR definition for rape is defined as, “Penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any body part or object, or oral penetration by a sex organ of another person, without the consent of the victim.” Due to the distinct differences between the two definitions, comparisons of the Department’s UCR rape counts occurring in 2014 and beyond should not be made to incidents reported in years prior to 2014. It is important to note that UCR guidelines are used strictly for federal reporting purposes and should not be confused with the Department’s application of laws outlined in Arizona Revised Statutes. RECOMMENDATION This report is for information only.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO:

Milton Dohoney Jr. Assistant City Manager


Chief of Police

SUBJECT: METAL THEFT UPDATE

This report provides the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee with an update on the effects of scrap metal-related state legislation that was enacted in 2013 and 2014. THE ISSUE In 2013, the Arizona State Legislature passed HB 2262: Scrap Metal Dealers; Registration (Rep. Tom Forese; R-Gilbert). This law added new language to the sections that regulate scrap metal dealers and registration. In the 2014 State legislative session, HB 2268: Scrap Metal Dealers (Rep. Tom Forese; R-Gilbert) was signed into law. HB 2268 makes numerous cleanup changes to the 2013 measure and also clarifies that cities can conduct their own scrap metal licensing programs. OTHER INFORMATION Highlights of HB 2262 HB 2262 requires scrap metal yards to register online with the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). This registration identifies the location of the business and contains the operator’s personal identifying information along with copies of their driver’s license. Once registered, the scrap yard is issued proof of registration which is valid for two years, and must be displayed at the scrap yard. The applicant must also provide a signed affidavit of compliance with all applicable laws. If the scrap yard is not in compliance, law enforcement will issue a notice of violation and conduct an inspection 15 days later. Several penalties may occur if the scrap yard is not in compliance, to include civil fines up to $1,000 and suspension or revocation of the municipal general business license (where applicable). According to a recent report from DPS, most scrap dealers have complied with this requirement. Detectives from the Phoenix Police Department (PPD) have conducted numerous compliance checks on several scrap metal operations and found most were conforming to the new statute. PPD detectives have found the registration requirement to be an effective tool to differentiate legitimate scrap metal yards from those that engage in illegal practices. The sections added via HB 2262 increase the PPD’s capacity to regulate scrap metal dealers, which assists with prosecutions and proactively deters metal theft crime. Law enforcement agencies in the state, along with registered scrap yards, are required to register on a free theft notification website that is maintained by DPS called LeadsOnLine. This website permits both law enforcement and scrap yards to post

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photographs and list descriptions of suspicious and stolen material, enabling collaboration in identifying suspects who are trafficking in stolen property. The measures also require all scrap metal transactions be submitted to the statewide metal theft database, where previously only transactions above $25 were required. Furthermore, transactions involving air-conditioning condenser coils are paid by mailing a check to the seller’s address, or to the registered address on industrial accounts. The purpose behind this measure is to reduce the theft of condenser coils by controlling immediate payment to the seller. Violations of this provision are a class 1 misdemeanor, which is intended to hold the scrap metal industry accountable for its actions. In the PPD’s observation, the enactment of this statute has resulted in many success stories. Highlights of HB 2268 Although HB 2262 contained additional statewide tools to address scrap metal theft, the measure also preempted Phoenix’s existing licensing program for scrap metal dealers. As a result, Councilman Nowakowski requested staff work with the state legislature to address this issue. Staff from the PPD worked with the Office of Government Relations, the City Clerk’s Office, and the Law Department to pursue this request. When HB 2268 was introduced (a cleanup bill for HB 2262), staff worked with the bill sponsor after receiving Mayor and Council approval to add an exemption that would allow Phoenix to reinstate licensing of scrap metal dealers. HB 2268 was amended to include the City’s request and the bill was signed by the Governor on April 17, 2014 with an enactment date of July 24, 2014. Staff will be working with the Law Department in the coming weeks to determine the appropriate next steps. Education The PPD, along with other law enforcement agencies and members from the scrap metal industry have been working collaboratively for approximately one year to resolve issues and challenges relating to metal theft and managerial control of scrap yards. As a result of this effort, the PPD facilitated a Metal Theft Symposium on April 11, 2014 in Phoenix. The PPD hosted this symposium with the assistance of metal theft experts from several law enforcement agencies, subject experts from the scrap metal industry, Arizona Public Service, and representatives with LeadsOnLine and ScrapTheftAlert.com (another website focused on combating metal theft). The symposium provided significant and much needed education and training to participants. RECOMMENDATION This report is for information only.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Deanna Jonovich

Deputy City Manager

FROM: Roxanne K. Song Ong

Chief Presiding Judge

SUBJECT: UPDATE ON MUNICIPAL COURT SPECIALIZED DOCKETS - MENTAL HEALTH

This report provides information to the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee related to the Municipal Court specialty dockets dealing with cases involving mental competency issues. THE ISSUE Pursuant to State law, an incompetent person “shall not be tried, convicted, sentenced or punished for an offense” (A.R.S. 13-4502). The law requires a defendant must be competent to stand trial, the Court is tasked with examining competency with the input of mental health professionals. During this process, a defendant undergoes a preliminary screening by a mental health professional in order to determine whether reasonable grounds exist for conducting a full competency evaluation. If the preliminary screening reveals a full competency evaluation is indicated, the defendant’s case is transferred to Maricopa County Superior Court, which conducts the full evaluation. If the defendant is found competent, the case is returned to the Municipal Court for the prosecution to proceed. The costs of both the preliminary and full competency hearings are borne by the City and accounted for in the Municipal Court budget. On February 23, 2012, the National Center for State Courts conducted an Innovations and Efficiency Study of the City of Phoenix Justice System and recommended the Municipal Court consider participating in or developing specialized dockets for serving offender populations customers with specialized needs. As a result, in May 2012 the Court created specialized dockets to more efficiently handle cases involving mental competency issues. In concert with this effort, the Public Defender’s Office commenced a Mental Health Specialist Pilot Program to proactively respond to the increasing number of individuals entering the Court system with mental health issues. In-custody defendants undergoing the competency evaluation screening process are scheduled for the Bond Review Court dockets held at the jail on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Previously, these defendants were transported to the Municipal Court for appearance at pre-trial disposition conferences. Those defendants undergoing the competency evaluation screening process who are not in custody are scheduled for pre-trial disposition conferences on consolidated dockets in Division 703 on Friday mornings. The number of defendants scheduled for Mental Health Court is controlled through a preliminary screening conducted by the Mental Health Specialist. The Mental Health Court is staffed with a Judge, Court staff, a

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Prosecutor, a Court-Appointed Attorney dedicated to working on mental health cases, and the Mental Health Specialist. Previously, these cases were scheduled throughout the various divisions of Municipal Court. OTHER INFORMATION The consolidation of mental health competency cases into specialized dockets resulted in demonstrable efficiencies. With an emphasis on early detection of cases involving competency issues, and the intervention by the Mental Health Specialist, many defendants are able to begin the process at an earlier point in time and some court appearances are no longer necessary. Individuals with severe mental health issues are completely diverted from the Court process as they are petitioned straight into the Arizona State Hospital shortly after being taken into custody. During the first two quarters of fiscal year 2013-14, initial screening no-show fees charged to the Municipal Court were reduced by 90 percent as compared to the same period in the year prior to the implementation of the specialized dockets. This reduction also resulted in jail cost savings as warrants are issued for no-shows and these individuals are typically held for 30+ days while their initial screenings are conducted in-custody. Additionally, with the Public Defender Mental Health Specialist able to assist in assessing initial competence, fewer defendants are ordered to undergo the formal pre-screen assessment process. During the first two quarters of FY2013-14, formal pre-screen assessments ordered were reduced by 73 percent as compared to the same period in the year prior to the implementation of the specialized dockets. This reduction is further illustrated by the Municipal Court’s order of 804 mental health examinations in FY2010-11, and 246 in FY2012-13. Each of these has dramatically reduced costs. As the Court approaches the end of its second, successful year with an operational mental health court, it must acknowledge the important role played by its justice system partners, including the Prosecutor’s Office and the Public Defender’s Office. In particular, the Mental Health Specialist Pilot Program of the Public Defender’s Office has proven to be critical to the success of this venture. The Municipal Court will continue to evaluate the performance of the mental health dockets in an effort to find additional efficiencies and cost savings. RECOMMENDATION This report is for informational purposes only.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Deanna Jonovich

Deputy City Manager

FROM: Moises Gallegos

Acting Human Services Director

Karl Matzinger

Interim Housing Director

Judge Song-Ong

Municipal Court

Aaron Carreon-Ainsa

City Prosecutor

SUBJECT: VETERANS SERVICES UPDATE

This report provides the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee with an update on efforts in serving vulnerable veterans in the City of Phoenix. THE ISSUE The City works in partnership with the Maricopa Association of Governments Continuum of Care, the Valley of the Sun United Way, and a variety of other community-based organizations to provide and leverage resources as part of a coordinated regional response. The initiatives highlighted below demonstrate the City’s continued efforts to lead the way in ending chronic homeless for all veterans. Boot Camps In October 2013, the City of Phoenix, Phoenix Veterans Medical Center, Arizona State Department of Veteran Services (ADVS), and Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness participated in the Rapid Results Housing Boot Camp in Denver, Colorado. The boot camp, hosted by the U.S. departments of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Veterans Affairs (VA), focused on addressing systems barriers to finding permanent housing solutions for chronically homeless veterans with the intent of ending chronic homelessness for veterans by February 2014. The Phoenix team developed goals for the first 100 day planning period, which included reducing the time it takes to complete the eligibility process for housing and services, and prioritizing permanent housing options for veterans. In March 2014 the VA, in partnership with the HUD and the Unites States Interagency Council on Homelessness, brought 25 cities including Phoenix together in Washington, D.C., to accelerate and align existing efforts to end veteran and chronic homelessness

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by 2015. Phoenix was chosen as a participant based on its success in addressing the VA’s national goal of ending chronic homelessness for veterans. In May 2015, Phoenix will participate in a two-day kick-off event to expedite the development and implementation of a coordinated assessment and housing placement system for the region. VASH The Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program provides housing vouchers for chronically homeless veterans utilizing the Housing First model. HUD supports the program by providing housing vouchers with wrap-around services to the VA. The City supports the program by providing rental deposit assistance to VASH voucher recipients through Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding. H3 VETS Project H3 VETS is a community collaboration coordinated by the Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness, in conjunction with the City and other community partners to house medically vulnerable veterans. The initiative, which is aligned with the national 100,000 Homes Campaign and the VA’s goals to end veteran homelessness, provides chronically homeless and medically vulnerable veterans VASH vouchers with wrap around services through the VA. Since its inception in 2012, 287 veterans have been housed with a 97 percent retention rate. Hire, Educate, Recruit, and Organize (H.E.R.O.) The City of Phoenix partners with private businesses and veterans organizations to facilitate employment for veterans. More than 390 veterans attended the last two H.E.R.O. events, where they participated in employment related workshops, completed skill assessments, and interviewed with more than 50 participating employers. Veterans Court Phoenix Veterans Court utilizes evidenced-based practices to solve-problems and provide long-term solutions for veterans involved with the justice system. Partners from the VA, mental health system, ADVS, and various social-service programs work together with the prosecution and the defense to connect veterans to specialized services and treatment programs, with the goal of reducing recidivism in the criminal justice system and increasing the quality of life for vulnerable veterans. Since August 2012, more than 600 veterans have participated in treatment through the Phoenix Veterans Court, with more than 200 successfully completing programs. The recidivism rate is less than two percent. The cities of Chandler, Mesa and Gilbert are studying the Phoenix model as they consider how to implement Veterans Court services in their areas. Veterans StandDown The annual Veterans StandDown event took place from February 14 through 16, 2014, at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Over 1,750 veterans were assisted through City programs. The Veterans Court, Prosecutor’s Office, Public Defender’s Office, and Municipal Court provided legal services to 316 veterans. The Mayor’s Office hosted a H.E.R.O. hiring event, which attracted the participation of 121 veterans. OTHER INFORMATION

http://www.azceh.org/Resources/Documents/Partner%20Logos.pdf

http://www.100khomes.org/

http://www.100khomes.org/

http://www.va.gov/homeless/




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Awards and Recognition In December 2013, the National League of Cities recognized the City of Phoenix and its partners for being the first city to end chronic homelessness for veterans by reaching “functional zero.” In January 2014, President Obama recognized the Phoenix community and Mayor Greg Stanton for the same efforts at a White House reception for mayors. In March 2014, Phoenix received the inaugural National Award of Distinction from the Association of the U.S. Navy for becoming the nation’s first large city to end chronic homelessness for veterans. In March 2014, The City of Phoenix and Maricopa County were recognized for coordinated efforts to end homelessness for chronically homeless veterans when United States Veterans Administration (VA) Assistant Secretary Dr. Tommy Sowers kicked-off the national “Boots on the Ground Campaign” at Phoenix’s own Victory Place. On April 16, 2014, the H3 program was recognized for its innovative peer-led approach to case management and supportive services at the United Nations World Urban Forum. The Phoenix Veterans Court has been selected as a finalist for the 35th Annual City Livability Award. Winners will be recognized at the 82nd Annual Conference of Mayors in Dallas in June, 2014. RECOMMENDATION This report is for information only.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT

TO: Lisa Takata

Deputy City Manager

FROM: Kara Kalkbrenner

Acting Fire Chief

SUBJECT: Phoenix Fire Department – Water Safety

The purpose of this report is to provide information to the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee about water safety programs and drowning prevention efforts from the Phoenix Fire Department (PFD). THE ISSUE Throughout the year PFD encourages the public to prevent water-related tragedies by teaching water safety in our schools, communicating safety messages through news media and social media, as well as at participating in inter-agency community safety events. Water safety programs and drowning prevention efforts are intended to prevent drownings and near-drownings. Drowning is a serious problem in Phoenix, in part because of the large number of swimming pools. Home pools are the major drowning site for many young children. Other sites that can be hazardous include bathtubs, toilets, 5-gallon buckets, irrigation ditches, canals, rivers, ponds and lakes. Last year in Phoenix, 40 children under the age of 18 were involved in water related incidents. Sadly, four did not survive. Many more suffered life-long brain damage and other deficits, causing emotional and financial stress to the families. PFD proactively promotes drowning prevention by partnering with other agencies at community events such as the Itty Bitty Beach Parties at City of Phoenix Pools, Council-sponsored Verano Sano Water Safety events, and Water Safety Day, where students from around the Valley participate in hands-on lessons and safety event. News media outlets such as Radio La Campesina provide coverage to these events, allowing a wider audience to be reached with these important safety messages. Should there be a pediatric water-related fatality, Phoenix Firefighters immediately canvas the neighborhood with water safety information in a WAVE Walk (Water Awareness Vigilance and Education) along with volunteers from City of Phoenix Aquatics and the Phoenix Police Department, SRP, the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona, Maricopa County Safe Kids and students from the Paradise Valley/Phoenix College Fire Academy. The media attention allows the message to be sent to tens of thousands households.

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The United Phoenix Firefighters Association, through the Adopt-A-Fence Program, has installed over 900 self-locking, self-latching pool fences over the last 12 years for families who cannot afford a pool fence. This program is funded through grants and fundraising. The message remains the same: constant adult supervision and multiple barriers between children and bodies of water save lives and prevent drownings. The public is encouraged to learn CPR and to consider enrolling their child(ren) in swim classes through the Phoenix Aquatics Section and other agencies. PFD re-enforces the Phoenix Aquatics Section’s message to provide personal floatation devices to children at swimming events. No child should be considered “water-safe” even if they know how to swim. Childhood drowning incidents are preventable. The most common remark heard by firefighters from an adult is, “I only turned my back for a few seconds.” It only takes a few seconds for a child to drown, and drowning is a silent event. The most frequent cause of pediatric drowning occurs when an adult is distracted and leaves a child unat-tended near water, or when a child gets past an unlocked or unsecured gate. Adults and older children are also at risk at lakes, ponds, and irrigation canals. Children should be told of the danger posed by canals and irrigation ditches. Although the water may look inviting on a hot, summer day, it is cold and may cause panic. There are only sporadic ladders in the canals, which makes escape difficult. The force of water in an irrigation ditch can force the victim against a storm grate, which may result in injury or death. Adults should take an active role in drowning prevention. Beginning in the third grade, children can also be made aware of the basic rules of water safety. Drowning prevention tips include:

1. Place appropriate self-closing, self-latching fencing around a pool. 2. Constantly supervise children involved in water play. 3. Keep gates locked on the pool perimeter when the pool is not in use. 4. Keep chairs, ladders, tables, and any other items which can be used to climb on,

away from pool fences. 5. Do not allow children to play around pool areas. 6. Keep toys away from the pool. Install lifesaving flotation devices near the pool. 7. Post a 9-1-1 sticker on the phone and keep a phone near the pool area. 8. Never leave children unattended, or to answer the telephone or the front door. 9. Have children leave the pool area if you have to leave the area for any reason. 10. Keep doors leading from the residence to the pool area secured at all times. 11. Consider investment in a structural pool cover (i.e., that can be walked on without

danger of collapse). 12. Learn CPR. 13. Enroll children in swim lessons.

RECOMMENDATION This item is for information only.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT



FROM:

Daniel V. Garcia

Chief of Police

SUBJECT: SUPERBOWL PLANNING UPDATE & ACTIC SUPPORT OVERVIEW

c This report provides the Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee with a summary of the planning efforts underway for Super Bowl XLIX, and an overview of the support that will be provided for this event by the Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center (ACTIC). THE ISSUE The State of Arizona has been selected to host Super Bowl XLIX in February, 2015. In preparation for this event, Valley agencies sent representatives as part of an advance team to New Jersey to observe the planning process and strategies implemented as they prepared for Super Bowl XLVIII. Visiting representatives had the opportunity to engage their counterparts in New York regarding best practices, organizational structure, and to observe the intelligence and information sharing environment between multiple jurisdictions at all levels of government. The experiential learning will prove invaluable as Arizona’s Valley agencies ramp up their planning efforts in preparation for Super Bowl XLIX. The Phoenix Police Department has already begun the planning process for Super Bowl XLIX and is actively engaging Valley agencies who will be impacted by this event. The multi-jurisdictional resources provided by the ACTIC will be integral throughout this process. OTHER INFORMATION Since its opening in October 2004, the ACTIC has earned the reputation as one of the most respected fusion centers in the country. The ACTIC serves as the fusion center for the City of Phoenix and the State of Arizona. This facility serves as the central hub of an information sharing environment uniting the efforts of state, local, and tribal communities with the federal government and a network of over 70 fusion centers across the country. The ACTIC hosts a variety of capabilities and capacities. Among these are the Phoenix Police Computer Forensic detectives. These detectives are co-located among approximately 20 other forensic detectives and investigators representing agencies across the state to address and process the digital evidence needs of the City of Phoenix and regional communities. The ACTIC houses the Phoenix Police Department’s Homeland Defense Bureau (HDB). The HDB is comprised of the Intelligence and Investigations Unit and the Intelligence Action Center (IAC). The ACTIC hosts a facial recognition capability through the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). A Homeland Security Investigations Unit is

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the point of contact for the Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) working group. The I&A Team serves as the conduit for direct accessibility to federal information and assets during normal day-to-day operations; however, this connectivity is critically important during major incidents or events. The ACTIC hosts the statewide Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO) program, which unifies the public safety intelligence and response capabilities of all the law enforcement and most of the professional fire service departments operating within the State. The TLOs utilize a multitude of investigative databases available at the ACTIC to directly impact critical public safety incidents by providing real-time on-scene investigative support to investigators. Additional ACTIC capabilities include serving Phoenix and Arizona as the point of contact for INTERPOL, which is the world’s largest international police organization that enables police agencies around the world to work together to increase safety. The ACTIC maintains a comprehensive global imaging and mapping capability used for significant incidents or events and maintains a classified space creating a secure information sharing environment for state and local partners to receive briefing information regarding federally classified matters. The ACTIC serves as the state sponsor for its public safety partners in obtaining secret security clearances to ensure necessary and important information is shared. The ACTIC is home to the Threat Mitigation Unit (TMU) charged with the responsibility for conducting threat assessments on critical infrastructure locations including schools. The TMU maintains the capacity to provide threat mitigation strategies to support regional jurisdictions hosting large scale events like the Super Bowl, Waste Management Phoenix Open, NASCAR events, etc. The federal Special Event Assessment Rating (S.E.A.R.) system designates the Super Bowl as the type of event that is given the nation’s highest ranking of national significance. During significant incidents or special events rising to the level of national concern, the full weight of the ACTIC is prepared to respond with its full complement of capabilities in support of local, state, and federal agencies. The ACTIC will serve as a vital and integral resource from pre-planning through post-event operations for the Super Bowl. The ACTIC’s ability to leverage its assets, resources, and relationships at the local, state, and federal level will prove invaluable during this effort. RECOMMENDATION This report is for information and discussion.

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