August 21, 2007

Port Washington, WI

The Public Safety Committee met in Room 240 at the Justice Center.

Present: Supervisors Wirth, Walker, Nelson, & Herlache, County Administrator Meaux, Clerk of Circuit Courts-Jeff Schmidt, Coordinator Stolte, Deputy Coordinator Fitzgerald, Victim Witness Coordinator Hodorowski, Office Services Supervisor Marx, Sheriff Straub, Capt. Ebert, Capt. Guss, Business Manager Nelson, Corporate Counsel Kenealy, Child Support Supervisor Gorden, Bill Schanen-Oz. Press, and Mary Sampont.

Also Present: Patrick O’Conner, SE Region Director for WI Emergency Management.

Absent: Supervisor Berousek.

Call to Order/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Chairperson Wirth called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Proper Notice of meeting was so noted by Ms. Sampont. Motion to Adopt agenda made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Public Comments/Correspondence/Communications: Mr. Schmidt announced that Chief Justice Abrahamson was in the building and would be sitting in on the Public Safety meeting for a short time. Chairperson Wirth presented Mr. Schmidt with a Certificate of Recognition and 15-year pin for his continued employment with Ozaukee County.

Approve Minutes of July 17 Meeting: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache to approve the minutes as received. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Mr. Meaux stated that all departments were to submit a preliminary 2008 proposed budget with 0% increase. Mr. Schmidt was present to field any questions regarding the Preliminary 2008 Proposed Budget for the Clerk of Courts department.

The Preliminary 2008 Proposed Budget for the Coroner were included in the packet for review.

Ms. Hodorowski and Ms. Marx were present for any questions regarding the Preliminary 2008 Proposed Budget for the District Attorney’s department.

The City of Port Washington Harbor Commission passed a Memorandum of Understanding in which it states that the City of Port Washington Marina will annually contribute a minimum of $10,000 to Ozaukee County to assist in the cost and maintenance of operating the Water Safety Patrol Unit’s boat. Per a phone call from City Administrator Grams to Mr. Meaux, it was confirmed that a minimum of was to be taken out of the agreement. The Committee would like to receive a report on the amount of fuel used annually. The Memorandum of Understanding will be deferred to the next Public Safety Committee meeting pending the outcome of the next meeting for the City of Port Washington.

Mr. Stolte informed the Committee of changes pending on the Federal level. The Urban Area Initiative took a pretty big reduction this year. It went from $8M to $4.6M for 2007. There will be changes coming in the performance grant, with the funding decreasing substantially over the next 5 years. There is also a clause in Legislation that affects reconstruction of the EOC in the Radio Room. There may be some funding available for that. Mr. O’Connor reported that the Administrator is planning on November in giving a decision based on plan of work, review of County directors across the state, review of counties that have tried working with one and a review of historical data on disasters in the state. Mr. Stolte reported that there is leakage in the current radio room. All computer equipment is currently covered in plastic to prevent any electrical shortages. Mr. Stolte feels that until the radio room is moved, there is a high potential for physical harm to staff members.

Ms. Fitzgerald was present for any questions regarding the preliminary 2008 proposed budget.

Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports: Presented to Chairman Wirth for approval. Motion to approve Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports for July made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Monthly Finance Report/Jail Population Report: Included in packets for review by the Committee.

Approval to Fill Vacant Position of Jail Nurse: Motion to approve filling the position of the Jail Nurse, due to an employee resignation, made by Supervisor Walker, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Approval to Accept Contractor Bid for Jail Shower Repairs: There were 2 bids received for the Jail Shower repairs:

G & G Industrial Flooring, Inc.

Oconomowoc, WI $24,100.00

Less 10% discount for work in Nov.-Dec. - 2,410.00

TOTAL $21,690.00

Prime Coat Coating Systems, Skokie, IL

Standard Heavy Duty Fiberglass System $33,065.00

Light Duty Coating $30,810.00

Capt. Ebert informed the Committee that $35,000.00 has been budgeted for this project.

Motion to award contract to G &G Industrial Flooring, Inc., Oconomowoc, WI in the amount of $21,690.00, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Discussion Regarding the Use of Alternative Promotional Exam: The Sheriff informed the Committee that the Department is starting their recruitment effort and will be using a test recommended by the State Police Association. The reason behind using the alternative promotional exam is to expedite the process. The usual process takes up to 8-10 weeks. With the alternative exam, the process could be shortened to approximately 6 weeks. The State and County ordinances and the Labor agreement requires the testing. It is also required that the test be distributed by Human Resources and not the Sheriff’s Department.

Sheriff’s Report: Dept. Speth requested to be demoted to Patrol officer. He is currently in the position of Civil Processor for the past 6-7 years. Request has been approved. Capt. Guss reported that the dispatch system is going along well with the City of Port Washington. There will be a meeting for the City of Port Washington on Monday, Aug. 27. The dispatch center would need to increase personnel by 2 if the merger goes through. Sheriff Straub informed the Committee that there is sufficient room for 7 working stations in Dispatch area, if needed.

Sheriff Straub expressed his discontent with the 0% increase request presented to the departments after they had previously prepared the 2008 budget according to the directives of the Administration Committee.

Closed Session-pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(b) of the Wisconsin Statutes for the Consideration of Employee Discipline and Employee Probationary Period Extension: Motion to move to closed session for the consideration of employee discipline and employee probationary period extension, made by Supervisor Walker, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. Roll taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0). Committee went into Closed Session at 11:22 A.M.

Motion to return to Open Session made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0). Committee returned to open session at 12:14 P.M.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Meeting adjourned at 12:15 PM.

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July 17, 2007

Port Washington, WI

The Public Safety Committee met in Room 240 at the Justice Center.

Present: Supervisors Wirth, Nelson, & Herlache, County Administrator Meaux, Clerk of Circuit Courts-Jeff Schmidt, Emergency Management Director Stolte, Deputy Director Fitzgerald, Capt. Ebert, Capt. Guss, Michele Lazar, Kristyn Halbig Ziehm-Oz. Press, and Mary Sampont.

Also Present: Sergeant Leach, Cedarburg Police Department.

Excused Absent: Supervisors Berousek & Walker.

Call to Order/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Chairperson Wirth called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Proper Notice of meeting was so noted by Ms. Sampont. Motion to Adopt agenda made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

There were no public comments/correspondence/communications to report.

Approve Minutes of June 19 Meeting: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache to approve the minutes as corrected. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Clerk of Circuit Courts Schmidt requested the committee approve the elimination of the full time Judicial Clerk I position and replace with 2 part-time Office Assistant III positions. There would be a positive impact of approximately $25,000.00. He asked that the process be approved and these positions be implemented upon the termination of employment of the current Judicial Clerk I. Motion to approved the elimination of the Judicial Clerk I and hiring 2 part-time Office Assistant III, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Clerk Schmidt also requested the request to study the following two positions:

Chief Deputy Clerk of Courts to Court Administration Supervisor-previously studied 1/8/2002; and Judicial Secretary II to Court Operations Supervisor-previously studied 10/15/2001. This request is due to the two distinct and separate divisions: Administration and Court Operations. Mr. Schmidt is also requesting that both positions be non-represented. Motion to approve the study for these two positions made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Conference/Convention/Meeting Report: Trina Rabida has requested to attend the Emergency Management Institute (FEMA) training-E210: Recovery From Disaster, to be held in Emmitsburg, MD, the week of August 27-30, 2007. All expenses are paid by the Federal Government with the exception of $100.00 for meals, which is covered under the Department budget. Motion to approve authorization to attend out of state conference made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Transfer of Funds: Motion to approve Transfer of Funds for $27,150.00 for the purpose of supporting the Ozaukee Homeland Security Citizen Corps Initiative and $12,089.00 for the purpose of the delivery of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Budget Update: Ms. Fitzgerald informed the committee that the 2008 budget request has been submitted. There are three projects considered for the Department. The first one is the replacement of the Ford. Secondly, the remodeling of the radio room, which would be relocated in the current storage room; the radio room would be converted into an office. The third project is construction of a building to house HazMat team.

UASI Grant Update: Waiting to hear from the Federal Government as to whether or not it has been accepted and how much, if any, money will be granted. Upon receipt of the information, an Executive Committee meeting will be held on August 17 when the Emergency Management directors from the different counties get together and agree upon the amount of money to be sent to each area.

Review of Tornado Guidance for Fair Park: Information was distributed to the committee members present. The Fair Board needs to make some decisions regarding public safety, if needed. Sgt. Leach clarified the statement regarding the weather situation during the 2006 County Fair: The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Ozaukee County and the outdoor warning sirens began sounding. The Fair Board and personnel had no advance notification of severe weather. Sgt. Leach stated that the uniformed officers patrol the fairgrounds during the late afternoon and evenings of the fair. The weather situation occurred without any pre-warnings and was prior to the officers reporting to the fairgrounds in the late morning hours. It has been determined that no area can be designated as infallibly "safe".

Waukesha Contract Cost: Haven’t received an update on the renegotiation of the contract as yet.

Emergency Management/Financial Reports: Financial report was distributed to the committee.

Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports: Presented to Chairman Wirth for approval. Motion to approve Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports for June made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Monthly Finance Report/Jail Population Report: Capt. Ebert reported that the department budget is in good shape. Jail population is holding steady, but there is a slight decline in the County population.

Purchase of Utility Trailer: The department is looking to purchase a utility trailer for transporting the utility vehicle (ATV) to various locations throughout the county, due to the bike path not being continuous and occasionally runs along the roads. This would be a closed trailer for the vehicle and storage for other various items. The money to pay for this trailer would come from confiscated drug money/seized goods.

Port Washington Police/Sheriff’s Department Communication Merger Update: Capt. Guss reported that there have been several monthly meetings between the two departments. The August 6 meeting has been rescheduled for August 27, due to the report from the consultant has still not been received. There is another meeting scheduled for August 13. Capt. Guss reported that dispatch training is approximately 12 weeks.

Alternatives to Incarceration Programs under the Treatment Alternatives and Diversion (TAD) Program: This item has been tabled until the August meeting upon further review by Sheriff Straub and Capt. Ebert. Motion to table until next meeting made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Closed Session-pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(c) of the Wisconsin Statutes for the purpose of conducting promotional interviews for the position of Detective: Motion to move to closed session for the purpose of conducting promotional interviews for the position of Detective, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. Roll taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0). Committee went into Closed Session at 9:50 A.M.

Motion to return to Open Session made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0). Committee returned to open session at 12:25 P.M.

Certification of List of Promotional Interview Candidates: Motion to certify the list of Promotional Interview Candidates as presented by Secretary Lazar, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Wirth. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

The following candidates were certified with the appropriate ranking:

#1 Christy Knowles

#2 Patrick McElligot

#3 Ron Noll

#4 Gary Speth

#5 Marshall Hermann

#6 Scott Heller

#7 Michael Rowe

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Meeting adjourned at 12:44 PM.

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June 19, 2007

Port Washington, WI

The Public Safety Committee met in Room 240 at the Justice Center.

Present: Supervisors Wirth, Nelson, Berousek, Herlache & Walerstein, County Administrator Meaux, Sheriff Straub, Capt. Ebert, Corporate Counsel Kenealy, Emergency Management Director Stolte, Deputy Director Fitzgerald, Capt. Morrison, Bill Schanen-Oz. Press, and Mary Sampont.

Excused Absent: Supervisor Walker

Call to Order/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Chairperson Wirth called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Proper Notice of meeting was so noted by Ms. Sampont. Motion to Adopt agenda made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

There were no public comments/correspondence/communications to report.

Approve Minutes of April 24 Meeting: Motion made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Nelson to approve the minutes as received. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Sheriff’s Report: Special Deputy Unit is dwindling down to nothing. The State has increased the training to 13 weeks, which would preclude part-time applicants. Discussing the possibility of going to a reserve program where the participants are not sworn officers, but would be available to assist with traffic patrol. Snowmobile Patrol has been waining for a number of years and has been eliminated. However, the Sheriff’s Department is looking to purchase an ATV for patrolling areas such as Lion’s Den, and also be used for events such as Fish Day, County Fair, etc.

Certification of Eligibility List for Deputy Sheriff Applicants: Out of 90 applicants, 14 were scheduled for assessment, only 8 showed up. The following 4 people have been accepted as applicants for hire:

Ranking               Name

1.                     Jay Thielmann

2.                      Santino Valente

3.                       Brian Eder

4.                        Amanda Gahagen

Motion to approve Certification of Eligibility List for Deputy Sheriff Applicants as presented made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Berousek. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports: Presented to Chairman Wirth for approval. Motion to approve Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports for April and May made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Management/Financial Reports: Included in packet for review by Committee.

Waukesha County Increase in Cost for Shared EM Coordinator: There is a proposed 6.8% increase in the cost for the shared Emergency Management Coordinator. Motion to approve the estimated 2008 costs for Ozaukee County Partnership Contract proposal, subject to further review and renegotiation, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

LEPC Committee Vacancies (information only): There are currently 4 vacancies on this committee. Under federal law there is supposed to be a member of the media on the committee. Meetings are held in the evening. The September meeting is tentatively scheduled to be held at the We Energies power plant. The department is looking to get someone from Cook Composite on board, due to the large amount of hazardous chemicals they have in their facility.

Review of Rescue Boat Operations by Jack Morrison: Capt. Morrison reported that there were 14 calls to date, with none regarding fuel shortages. The marina has been steadily busy so far this season. The Great Lakes Fishing Club has donated a replacement helm chair valued at approximately $2,200., Scot Pump has rebuilt and upgraded the pump for the boat at $1.800. There is also a local organization that is looking to hold a brat fry when there are festivities at the Marina, with proceeds being donated to the County for the Rescue Boat fund. Capt. Morrison informed the Committee as to  training that all crew members have to complete before being accepted as a crew member. The training is to the U.S. Coast Guard small boat crew member manual.

Radio System Update: Concordia University security staff would like to be put on our system. Concordia University is a County shelter, the vaccination place, backup to Columbia-St. Mary‘s, plus a population of almost 1,000 people. Motion to approve putting Concordia University Security Staff on our system with the necessary restrictions and NIMS compliancy, made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Management/Financial Reports: The new website is up and running. Just a few more photos need to be added. The mass evacuation project has been completed and will be brought back to the County. The financial report was distributed for review.

Consolidation of Services: The consolidation is going good. Port Washington is okay and Mequon is still holding out for a while.

Committee Report for County Board: Supervisor Wirth will prepare a report for the County Board.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Herlache to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Meeting adjourned at 10:45 AM.

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April 24, 2007

Port Washington, WI

The Public Safety Committee met in Room 240 at the Justice Center.

Present: Supervisors Wirth, Nelson, Berousek, Walker and Brooks, County Administrator Meaux, Sheriff Straub, Michele Lazar, Capt. Ebert, and Mary Sampont.

Excused Absent: Supervisor Herlache

Call to Order/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Chairperson Wirth called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Proper Notice of meeting was so noted by Ms. Sampont.

There were no public comments/correspondence/communications to report.

Approve Minutes of February 20 Meeting: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Berousek to approve the minutes as received. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (5-0).

CLOSED SESSION: Motion to move to Closed Session pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(c) of the WI State Statutes for the purpose of conducting promotional interviews for the position of Lieutenant made by Supervisor Walker, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0) Roll call was taken and Committee moved to closed session at 9:05 A.M.

OPEN SESSION: Motion to return to Open Session made by Supervisor Walker, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0) Roll call was taken and the Committee returned to Open Session at 10:15 A.M.

Review/Approve Request-Out of State Travel for Training:: Motion by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker to approve the Out of State Travel for Training as presented. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (5-0).

Review/Approve Request-Transfer of Funds: Motion to approve the Transfer of Funds as presented made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

Review/Approve 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan: This is an informational item only.

http://www.co.ozaukee.wi.us/Administration/Ozaukee%20County%20CIP%202008-2012%20-%20Final%20Draft.pdf’

At this time the Committee diverted from the order of the agenda.

Jail Housing Reports: Included in the packet. Motion to approve the Jail Housing Reports as sent made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports: Presented to Chairman Wirth for approval. Motion to approve Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance Reports made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

Management/Financial Reports: Motion to approve Management/Financial Reports as presented made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Berousek. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

Sheriff’s Report: Sheriff Straub reported that Chief Knowles had retired March 30. The 2 Captains are in place and working exceptionally well. Sheriff Straub also reported that the Eligibility List at the Jailor level is dwindling down to nothing. He is in the process of scheduling 3 days of assessment center in the hopes of adding to the eligibility list, up to 10 names.

Review/Approve Request-Emergency Temporary Help: The District Attorney’s office had previously requested temporary employment to fill in during the absence of the Office Assistant IV who was on medical leave. She is back on a part-time basis, but the Department would like to continue the use of the temporary employment due to a backlog of work. This request has been approved by the Administration Committee and is an informational item for the Public Safety Committee.

NACo Loss of Federal Entitlement Benefits: The National Association of Counties Care for America is proposing a resolution which states that federal financial participation (FFP) is not available in expenditures for services provided to individuals who are inmates of public institutions. As a result of the regulation to immediately cease FFP for medical benefits, all costs of medical care must be borne solely by counties. Motion to bring this resolution be fore the County Board made by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

The Committee returned to the order of the agenda. Port Washington City Administrator Grams and Police Chief Thomas are now present.

Consolidated Dispatch Proposal: Proposal was included in the packet. Motion to approve not to exceed $20,500. for Virchow, Krause & Company to do a feasibility study to create a combined Dispatch System for Ozaukee County, City of Mequon and City of Port Washington, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Berousek. All members present voted. Motion carried. (4-0) Supervisor Berousek abstained from the vote.

At this time the Committee was presented with the results of the Lieutenant Promotion List. The following candidates were interviewed for Lieutenant:

Detective James Johnson 91.045

Sergeant Jeff Sauer 85.45

Detective DeMaine Milbach 85.315

Motion to certify the eligibility list of candidates for Lieutenant as presented, made by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Walker. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

Police Chief Thomas, Sheriff Straub, Capt. Ebert and Ms. Lazar were excused.

Mary Fitzgerald and Trina Rabida are now present.

Update Boat Launch Fee from the City of Port Washington: Administrator Grams reported that the 1^st payment has been made. All reports and request were filed and he’s just waiting for a response.

Update EM Planner Position: Deputy Director Fitzgerald announced that the position has been filled and introduced Trina Rabida as the new Emergency Manager Planner.

Management/Financial Reports: Ms. Fitzgerald distributed these to Committee members. Motion to receive the Financial Report as presented, made by Supervisor Berousek, seconded by Supervisor Brooks. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

June Marx, District Attorney’s office made an appearance to explain the previous request for additional help from the Temporary Employee filling in during the absence and filling during the part-time return of the Office Assistant IV. Motion to extend the employment of the temporary employee made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Brooks. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0)

The Update Report on Boat Operations will be tabled until the next meeting.

Committee Report for County Board: Supervisor Wirth will prepare a report for the County Board to include the certification of the Lieutenant Eligibility list, the recommendation to proceed with the feasibility study to create a combined dispatch system to be studied by Virchow, Krause and Company, not to exceed $20,500., and the draft resolution for Loss of Federal Entitlement Benefits by NACo.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Berousek to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (5-0).

Meeting adjourned at 11:25 AM.

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February 20, 2007

Port Washington, WI

The Public Safety Committee met in Room 240 at the Justice Center.

Present: Supervisors Wirth, Nelson, and Brooks, County Administrator Meaux, Sheriff Straub, Chief Knowles, Lt. Ebert, Lt. Galbraith, Lt. Guss, Lt. McCormick, Lt. Roberts, Coroner Holicek, Director William Stolte, Deputy Coordinator Fitzgerald.

Excused Absent: Supervisors Berousek, Walker and Herlache

Call to Order/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Chairperson Wirth called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M

Approve Minutes of January 16 Meeting: Motion made by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Nelson to approve the minutes as received. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

At this time the Committee diverted from the agenda.

Requesting Change to State Formula for Boat Launch Fees: The Resolution was coauthored by Public Safety Committee and Supervisors Klemz, Barrow, Becker, Walerstein, Egelhoff, Schlenvogt, and Brooks, supporting a proposed change in the Department of Natural Resources Administrative Code to increase the allowable boat launch fees to include the cost of rescue boat operations. Motion to approve the Resolution made by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Legal Opinion Regarding Roles and Responsibilities of LEPC and clarification of the P&P: There was review discussion of the Corporation Counsel legal opinion regarding the language in the Policy and Procedure Manual referencing that the LEPC "reports to" the Public Safety Committee. The opinion clarified the intent of the P&P was that the LEPC: "may report their (its) recommendations and findings to the Public Safety Committee" or "may bring recommendations directly to the County Board".

Milwaukee County Autopsy Update: Coroner Holicek reported that the Milwaukee Medical Examiner will once again be doing autopsies in Port Washington utilizing Justice Center facilities. This arrangement will eliminate the need to transport to Kenosha County.

NIMS Update: . Mr. Stolte and Deputy Coordinator Fitzgerald distributed the 2007 NIMS Requirements. A designated contact is required at county level, village, city and town. They also reported on the NIMS training requirements for key government officials that will need to be completed in 2007. The Emergency Management staff will monitor Ozaukee County’s compliance and report on same to the Public Safety Committee and County Administrator.

Management/Financial Reports: The Committee reviewed the financial report. There was a brief description of the new Emergency Management co-organizational structure with Waukesha County and the pending review by the State of Wisconsin Emergency Management Division.

Motion by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Nelson to move to closed session according to section 19.85(1) at 9:20 A.M.. for the purpose of conducting promotional interviews for the position of Captain. All members present voting aye.

Roll call taken and Committee moved to closed session Motion carried (3-0).

to the committee resumed in open session at 11:25 A.M. Committee took a 10 minute recess and reconvened at 11:35 A.M.

Certification of Captain Eligibility List: Motion by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Brooks to approve certification of Lt. Ebert, Lt. Galbraith, Lt. Guss, Lt. McCormick and Lt. Roberts to the Captain Eligibility list. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Sheriff’s Report: There was discussion regarding employee compensation issues.

Consolidation of Services: Supervisor Brooks will co-author a letter with Sheriff Straub directed to the Village of Saukville and other governmental entities in Ozaukee County along with their elected officials regarding the opportunity of consolidating law enforcement services and/or facilities. Motion to approve made by Supervisor Brooks, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (3-0).

Department Finance/Management Reports: The Committee reviewed the financial report. The Department is doing well due to favorable boarding revenues which includes 80 boarders with 230 total detainees.

Overtime Work Reports/Jail Housing Reports: Included in packet and reviewed by Committee.

Committee Report for County Board: Supervisor Wirth will prepare a report for the County Board to include the certification of the Captain Eligibility list and the letter of cooperation with the Village Saukville and other governmental entities in Ozaukee County co-authored by Sheriff Straub and Supervisor Brooks.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Brooks to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (3-0).

Meeting adjourned at 11:55 AM.

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January 16, 2007

Port Washington, WI

The Public Safety Committee met in room 240 at the Justice Center.

Present: Supervisors Walker, Wirth, Nelson, and Herlache, County Administrator Meaux, Sheriff Straub, Chief Knowles and Mary Sampont

Excused Absent: Supervisor Berousek

Call to Order/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Chairperson Wirth called the meeting to order at 9:00 A.M. Ms. Sampont assured the committee that the meeting was properly noted. Motion to approve agenda as is made by Supervisor Walker, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Public Comments: Administrator Meaux will be discussing the shared services for the Town of Cedarburg at the Executive Committee level.

Approve Minutes of December 19 Meeting: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache to approve the minutes as amended. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Sheriff’s Report: The Sheriff is in the process of making some promotions. Corey Jepson is being promoted from Jail Deputy to Patrol Deputy. Chief Deputy Knowles announced his retirement with his last day of work March 29, 2007. Vacation time will take his last date of employment to June 3, 2007.

Squad Bids: The Sheriff opened sealed bids for replacement squad cars. There are 6 squad cars that are being replaced. Bids were submitted with trade-in value included. The following bids were submitted:

Ewald Automotive

Dodge Charger $21,800.00

optional equipment 8,200.00

$30,000.00

$22,590.00 w/side impact airbags

Chevrolet Impala $18,771.00 w/side impact airbags

Ford Crown Victoria $20,936.00 w/side impact airbags

Schmit Bros. Dodge

Dodge Charger RT $23,174.00

Schmit Bros. Ford

Ford Crown Victoria $20,819.00

plus 261.00 side impact airbags

plus 152.00 traction control

$21,232.00

Motion to authorize Supervisors Nelson and Wirth to review the bids and compare the specifications with Purchasing Agent Possley and to award the contract not to exceed $21,232.00, made by Supervisor Herlache, seconded by Supervisor Walker. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Command Level Promotional Procedure: Procedure was included in packets. Motion to approve the Command Level Promotional Procedure as presented made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

2006 Budget Carryover: Included in packet. Motion to approve 2006 Budget Carryover, made by Supervisor Walker, seconded by Supervisor Nelson. All members present voting aye. Motion carried (4-0).

Department Finance/Management Reports: The Department will be within budget at year’s end for 2006.

Conference/Meeting/Training Attendance Reports: Motion to approve the Conference/Convention/Meeting Attendance as presented, made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Herlache. All members present voted. Motion carried. (4-0)

Overtime Work Reports/Jail Housing Reports: Included in packet and reviewed by Committee.

Committee Report for County Board: Supervisor Wirth will prepare a report for the County Board to include the promotion of Jail Deputy Corey Jepson to Patrol Deputy; the retirement of Chief Deputy Knowles; the Department will be within budget at year’s end for 2006.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Nelson, seconded by Supervisor Walker to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. (4-0).

Meeting adjourned at 10:25 AM.

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