2023-03-17 Police Commission Regular Minutes

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Hawaii Police Commission Regular Session Minutes March 17, 2023 Page 3 month of February 2023 are 66, compared to 102 in January. For the month of February 2023, a total of 4,698 citations were issued: 3,362 for moving/regulatory, 328 for seat belts, 17 for child restraint, and 991 for speeding. Commissioner Quartararo asked for examples of moving/regulatory violations. AC Basque explained moving would be stop signs, stop lights, and regulatory would be things such as safety checks and weight tax. Chair Brown expressed his appreciation to the chief and assistant chiefs for their speed in catching that individual wanted for attempted murder. He stated they and the police force did a good job and it made everyone feel a lot safer. In regards to correspondence, he thanked Chief Moszkowicz for his quick response to individuals and not just delegating it. The fact that he responded quickly to them speaks volumes. Chief Moszkowicz thanked him for recognizing the team. He also gave credit to Federal, State, and County partners and explained it was a group effort. • Personnel Report: Assistant Chief Burian reported as of March 14, 2023, sworn police vacancies are at 77 in the field, subtracting six in the 96t" recruit class and eight in the 97t", which puts them at 63 actual positions unfilled in the department. Of Communication Officer II Positions, 31 are filled, and 13 are vacant. One veteran dispatcher returned and another left since the last meeting. A new dispatch class will start on April 3rd with a class of two people. There was a realistic job preview for dispatchers, 16 or 18 were scheduled and only two showed up. They are trying to get these two started on April 3rd as well. As of March 14, 2023, HPD has 87% of sworn positions filled and 75% of civilian positions. • Recruitment Activities: Assistant Chief Burian reported they have six in field training until April 31st and they will be going solo on May 1st. The 97t" recruit class is still in academic training. The anticipated start date for the 98t" recruit class is mid-June. Police Major interviews are scheduled for today and interviews were conducted yesterday for Police Captain. The physical agility for the 99t" recruit class is scheduled for April 26t" and the written exam is scheduled for March 27t" Commissioner Robinson asked about the possibility of holding recruit classes in West Hawaii. AC Burian explained that their training staff is assigned to Hilo. Commissioner Robinson asked if it was worth talking to the union about it. AC Burian explained if the demand is that strong, then it will be something they'll need to take into consideration. Currently, there have not been serious discussions about it. Commissioner Quartararo wanted to know if the department assists with finding housing for personnel. AC Burian stated there isn't a formal process, and they don't provide housing, but staff provides them with suggestions.