2012-11-16 Police Commission Minutes

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Hawaii Police Commission ‘ Regular Session Minutes November 16, 2012 Page 2 car thefts. They are working with pawn shops to identify stolen items. Kona apprehended 15 suspects including a couple of suspects who were responsible for the majority of the burglaries in Kona and some on East Hawai‘i. Burglaries are down due to help from the public. Assistant Chief Kealoha stated that the public is being more vigilant and reporting suspicious activities. Traffic report by area, category, and trends: Assistant Chief Kealoha reported that the majority of traffic accidents are in major intersections. Major Apele reported that most of the collisions are due to distractive driving and inattention, lots of rear end collisions. They are doing visible enforcement, check points, and roadblocks. More police presence might make a difference. During a DUI roadblock this month, they stopped a drunk driver with three under aged children without child restraints. AC Kealoha reported that this holiday season coincides with their DUI roadblocks. They will be hearing a lot of PSAs that assist with keeping the roads safer. AC Kealoha stated that that when it rains in Kona, accidents go up because people in Kona are not accustomed to rain. Personnel report on vacancies, recruitment, training, promotions, reallocations, severance from service, and work assignments: Major Thomas reported that as of yesterday, they had 37 sworn and 8 civilian vacancies. Finance report of budget and expenditures: Major Thomas reported that for the month ending October 31, targeted expenditures for salaries and wages was at 37.5%, and the department expended 35.2%. Other departmental activities: Deputy Chief Ferreira reported that Chief Kubojiri was attending the CALEA Certification Conference in Florida. He further reported that they submitted their budget to the county. Commissioner Victorine stated that he is still concerned about security in the Police Commission’s office. The office is isolated and down an empty hallway. He is concerned about complainants having confrontations in the commission’s office. Commissioner Schutte stated that they need a more secure door/window. Deputy Chief Ferreira stated that Police Administration will look into the area. NEW BUSINESS Discussion on the election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2013: Chair Ono stated that this is on the agenda for everyone to think about for the next meeting when they select the Chair and Vice Chair. EXECUTIVE SESSION Commissioner Victorine moved to meet in executive session to consider discipline and charges against officers or employees of the Hawai‘i Police Department, to consider sensitive matters relating to public safety, to discuss the annual evaluation of the Police Chief, and to consult with Corporation Counsel on questions and issues pertaining to