2024-04-19 Police Commission Regular Minutes

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Hawaii Police Commission Regular Session Minutes April 19, 2024 Page 6 concern raised was the financial aid challenges faced by community college attendees, leading to decreased enrollment. To support officers, HPD offers tuition reimbursement using asset forfeiture funds for relevant courses. HCC is willing to create an online course specifically focused on technical report writing, addressing a need within HPD. He hopes this initiative evolves into a program. Whether it's enhancing job skills or preparing potential academy applicants, both approaches are viable. Additionally, Chief Moszkowicz will discuss potential collaborations with the new head of the justice administration program at UH Hilo to explore additional resources and opportunities for integration. The chief announced that HPD is moving forward with the crime mapping project that will coincide with the relaunch of HPD's website, which hasn't been updated in 19 years. Once completed, they will unveil the brand-new website, along with a working demo model. The website will contain or link directly to the crime mapping platform. The current training of 42 individuals does not contribute to the count of 84 vacant positions. Half of these vacant positions already have individuals hired. The upcoming July class includes candidates who retook the agility test. Among them, five individuals successfully passed and are now part of the applicant pool for the July class. Chief Moszkowicz mentioned that the audit has been completed and finalized. It could be included in a future agenda for discussion if the commission has specific questions. The audit contains a substantial amount of data. Commissioner Lacerte inquired whether anyone in HPD's IT section utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) for analysis and statistical purposes, which could significantly expedite processes. Chief Moszkowicz clarified that at present, Al is not utilized within the department. • Commendations and Awards: Chief Moszkowicz reported receiving eight commendations, involving 16 personnel since the last Police Commission meeting in recognition of outstanding services. Additionally, not mentioned in the report, Officer Makena Naho'oikaika received the Kona Crime Prevention Committee's Officer of the Month Award for April 2024. Detective Derek Morimoto received the Haweo Award in April. Chance Lunsford was honored as the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai`i's Officer of the Year for 2023. Hau'oli Aiona, Accountant IV was honored as the 2023 Administrative Employee of the Year. Shanna Badon Dellomes was named as Police Communications Officer of the Year. • Chief Moszkowicz reported on other department activities and highlights: o On April 6th HPD participated in the Merrie Monarch Parade for the first time in several years. Commissioner Lassiter taught him how to ride a horse and he was able to participate in the parade.