2011-06-24 Police Commission Minutes

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Hawaii Police Commission Regular Session Minutes June 24, 2011 Page 2 • Review and discussion of the need for current and new committees: Commissioner Ono stated that he asked to put this on the agenda and would like discussion. He wants to consider a 2 -4 year time line and focus on what they would like to see in that period. It could be buildings, programs, etc. Commissioner Ignacio stated that she had to tie herself when the Chief took the hit about Dr. Alameda's training. Her organization uses him, and he is the best. If they had a committee that looked at training, they could have left the outcry out. She likes the idea of looking at the committees to enhance and help the department to get better programs, projects, etc. There would have been different results if the commission had recommended Dr. Alameda. Commissioner Ono stated that he has not talked to the Chief about this, and their goal is not to get in the way. He would like the Chief to get involved. Deputy Corporation Counsel Lugo stated that they could agendize this matter at a future meeting and be specific as to what will be discussed. Commissioner Ono moved to schedule a meeting for June 30, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. to further discuss the need for current and new committees. Commissioner Sumja seconded, and it carried unanimously. CHIEF'S REPORT Including: • Crime: Assistant Chief Tavares summarized the written report. He will look into the high theft numbers which could be an error. Traffic: Major Thomas summarized the written report. Most to the DUI roadblocks are funded by grants. Jail time for DUIs is determined by the courts. With the new DUI laws, there seems to be less DUIs. The ignition interlock law went into effect January 1, and the defendant must pay for it. • Personnel (Including, but not limited to work and training assignments, promotions, reallocations, severance from service, automobile allowances, and appointments.) Assistant Chief Kanehailua reported having 5 sworn vacancies. One recruit resigned this week. There are 9 civilian vacancies. Recruit graduation will be on July 15. They will find out at the next CALEA conference whether or not they will get accredited. • Finance: Assistant Chief Kanehailua summarized the written report. They are well within their budget. • Commendations: Chief Kubojiri reported receiving 15 commendations since the last meeting. • Other Departmental Activities: