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Home My WebLink AboutFY1990 - Annual ReportCollege Station Police Department 1990 Annual Report Contents Code of Ethics 2 Letter to City Manager 3 College Station Points of Interest 4 Mission Statement 5 Department Goals 6 Value Statement 7 Organizational Chart 8 The Cost of a Police Officer 9 General Statistics 10 Major Offenses Information 10 Arrest Information on Major Offenses 10 Arrest Information for Drug/Alcohol Offenses 10 1990 Motor Vehicle Accidents 11 Budget 12 Approved Expenditures1990/91 12 Police Administration 13 Function & Goals 13 Accreditation 13 Complaints/Internal Affairs Investigations 14 Operations Bureau 15 Functions and Goals 15 Uniform Patrol Division 17 Patrol Activity 17 Animal Control 18 Animal Control Activity 1990 18 Community Oriented Policing Program (C.O.P.P.) 19 1990 C.O.P.P. Activity 19 Criminal Investigation Division 20 Criminal Investigations 20 C.I.D. Activity 20 Narcotics Task Force 20 Brazos County Narcotics Task Force Activity 21 Communications/Jail Division 22 Prisoners Processed by Communications/Jail Division 22 Services Bureau 23 Functions and Goals 23 Special Services Division 24 Community Relations/Crime Prevention 24 Color Guard 24 Volunteers 24 Recruiting 25 Citizen's Police Academy 25 Technical Services Division 26 Records Section 26 Property/Evidence Section 27 Promotions 28 Resignations 28 Special Mention 28 New Employees 29 Personnel Summary 29 Awards and Commendations 30 a ° i LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS As a Law Enforcement Officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives and property; to. protect; e i nocentagainst deception, the weak nidaUon, eonst tution against oppression Q. disorder; and to re6 ect and justice. I will keep my private life unsullk t : calm in -the face of danger, scoff n constantly. mindfi4 of the `;o my personal and Official liw and the regulations of my de rUne nature or that is co .f`ided to rir' unless revelation is' ecess in • iers xempC ainst violence or t;'liberty, equality gtple to all; main#in courageous 1develop self-restraint; and be :.<thought and deed in both eying th.laws of the land ee or healof a confidential acity will be kept ever secret TIVA my dt:ly I will never act officiously or permit pe opal feelirngs, prejudices, animosities or friendships to influence my decisions<ith no comprorise for crime and with relentless prosecution of` crimii als;,,,. I_` will. enforce tt e law courteously and appropriately without fear Ori.favailiiia ce o Ill w ll, never employing unnecessary force or violence, and neveraceept ng'gratuitles,; I recognize the badge of my office 'sa symo`'of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as 1 am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession...law enforcement. International Association of Chiefs of Police, Inc. 2 ORfCITY OF COLLEGE STATION POLICE DEPARTMENT 6:: A S ' E`AS A -EXAS gt„ 409' -54 3500 = �. 409. -54 3468 January 31, 1991 Mr. Ron Ragland City Manager City of College Station, Texas Dear Mr. Ragland: The success of a police department depends on the amount of support it receives from the community. For years, the College Station Police Department has enjoyed overwhelming support from government officials, citizens and the business community of College Station.' with this support comes the responsibility to perpetually seek innovative methods to enhance law enforcement services to the community. The year of 1990 was a year of progress for members of the College Station Police Department. Plans were completed for a completely revised public safety computer system and implementation of the Enhanced 9-11 system. The Community Oriented Policing Program (COPP) was staffed with a full-time police officer to further expand police presence in the Southgate/Lincoln Center area. Police agency accreditation efforts were finalized. Recruitment programs were initiated to aggressively increase the number of minorities and women police officer candidates. Calls for police services increased 10% from 30,362 in 1989 to 33,403 in 1990. However, reported major criminal offenses in College Station declined by 16.9%. Winning the "War Against Drugs" became a realistic opportunity in 1990 created by strong cooperation among area law enforcement agencies and the public school system. "Operation Apple" identified over 40 students in Bryan/College Station high schools utilizing illegal drugs. Nineteen (19) arrests arose from the 4-month undercover operation. Drug arrests in College Station increased by 50%, underscoring the "no tolerance" enforcement position of the police department. We are proud of the achievements of the past and remain prepared for the challenges of 1991. Sincerely, Michael L. Strope Chief of Police Home of Texas A&M University 3 O 0 cD b 1 CO 0 0 e. CD 0 The College Stat is the home of T (with a 1990.: Station is: 55, i Brazos; County College Station Polito Dep rtnie law enforcement a gerieies; : n the Texas Department of Public S Alcohol Beverage Con-fp: scion University Police Department fit federal law enforcomerit agencie e.constables grid Justice of th NTEST f:college Station which iVersit3r in the state e p.opulation of College of Bryan, makes up the shares Co eurren aurisdiction with several zos Courtyarea State jagencieS include the l w nforeement Division and the Texas diction is also shared with the Texas A&M roperty owned by Texas A&M University), le Brazos County Sheriffs Dep anent and e'peace coca its k axing j unsdiction within the city To better.; serve the citizenollege Sad on, the police department has divided the .cit. into 4 districts for the pur.pose of ;a:ll ication of manpower. Annually, an analysis of "beat assignments" is done to help determine the boundaries of these districts and to.' assign offs ers o more effectivelyl.iitilize manpowerresources. This system ensures a faster response time to citizens' Calls for, assistance and makes the officers more familiar witfi an area acid its resitlerts. MISSION STATEMENT We, the members of the College Station Police Department, exist to serve the citizens of and visitors to our community with respect, fairness, and compas- sion. We are dedicated to the prevention of crime, the protection of life and property; the maintenance of law and order; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; and upholding the constitutional rights of all those within our jurisdiction. With a philosophy of service to the customer, we have established goals and objectives designed to achieve our mission. By the investigation of all offenses and incidents that come to our attention, we seek to improve the quality of life and sense of security in our community. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of law enforcement conduct and ethics. We seek to learn and maintain public confidence by holding ourselves responsible to those we serve. With the knowledge that we are servants of the public, we dedicate ourselves to professional growth and development through effective leadership and training. I DEPARTMENT GOALS • To Protect Life, Liberty and Property • To Reduce Criminal Opportunity • To Recover Lost or Stolen Property • To Preserve Civil Order • To Investigate Crime • To Enforce Statutory Law • To Apprehend Violators and Vigorously Seek Prosecution • To Provide Assistance and Service Through Education, Advice & Referral VALUE STATEMENT • Dedication to the department's mission and professional conduct in providing law enforcement services is essential to community support and successful performance. • Positive contributions and innovation are supported and encouraged in the achievement of the organizational goals. • Organizational pride and integrity are the direct results of interpersonal trust, individual honest, healthy competition, teamwork, and open communication at all levels. • Authority must be extended to the appropriate organizational level and individuals must be willing to accept personal responsibility and orga- nizational accountability for their decisions. • Our future is determined by the development and maturity of each individual member. O eD its e+ CO CO eg 0 e'11 y8 ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Chief of Police Inspections and —1 LInternal Affairs Systems Analyst Admin. Secretary Budget/Purchasing Research/Planning Operations Bureau Tactical Operations Secretary Criminal Investigations. Criminal Intelligence Crime Scene Technician i Investigations Section Criminal Investigations Unit Juvenile Investigations Unit Narcotics Investigations Community Policing Cord. E Uniform l� _Division Patrol Section First Watch Squad 1 uad2 Jail/Comm. Shift 1 Special Enforcement Unit Patrol Section Second Watch Squad 3 Squad 4 Jail/Comm. Shift 2 Patrol Section Third Watch SWORN 1 Chief 2 Majors 6 Lieutenants 9 Sergeants 47 Police Officers 1 Crime Scene Technician 1 Planning/Research Officer 67 Total Full Time Squad 5 Squad 6 Jail/Comm. Shift 3 Selective Traffic Enf. Animal Control Parking Control School Crossing Services Bureau Chaplain Service Secretary Technical Services Div. Facility and Vehicle —I Maintenance crime —[ Analysis I LI Public 1 —1 Information Property Evidence Section Records Section Shift 1 Shift 2 -1 Represents a function Supplies Traffic Analyst Special Services Div. ColorGuard -I Recruiting and Training Section Community Relations Section Crime Prevention Section Volunteer —II Program NON -SWORN 1 Adm. Secretary 2 Secretaries 1 Systems Analyst 2 Animal Control Officers 3 Jail/Comm. Supervisors 11 Dispatcher/Jailers 1 Records Supervisor 3 Records Technicians 1 Property/Evidence Technician 6 Crossing Guards (part time) 1 Parking Attendant (part time) 1 Traffic Analyst (part time) 25 Tcta! Full Timc II11V 8 Total Part -Time THE COST OF A POLICE OFFICER To add a police officer to the College Station Police Department the costs involved are not only monetary, but time is invested both by the new officer and other persons within the department. This information is broken down to show what the total investment is in a new College Station recruit. Hours Recruitment 40 Selection Time 41 Academy Training 400 Field Training Program 140 Orientation 80 Uniform and Equipment Cost Trousers (5) $ 265 Short Sleeve Shirt (4) $ 152 Long Sleeve Shirt (4) $ 212 Patches (16) $48 Hat $28 Hat Cover $ 4 Raincoat $50 Winter Jacket $90 Leather: Belt $48 Holster $33 Cuffcase $24 Baton Ring $ 6 Split 6 or Pouch $22 Single keepers (2) $ 8 Double keepers (2) $12 Accessories: Flashlight w/cone $ 8 Handcuffs $23 Baton w/grommet $21 Breast Badge $65 Hat Badge $20 Collar Brass (2) $ 8 Name Bar $11 Pocket Badge $35 Buttons, keys, washer (26) $ 7 Traffic Vest $14 Ties (2) $ 8 Bullet Proof Vest $285 Total Cost: $1,507.00 *Some costs were priced at bulk quantities - other items were averaged out. ro O A (D E cD 0 CD CO 0 0 cD 'b 0 EL." 10 GENERAL STATISTICS MAJOR OFFENSES INFORMATION 1989 1990 Murder 2 0 Sexual Assault 13 10 Robbery 29 27 Aggravated Assault 54 86 Theft 1908 1648 Vehicle Theft 212 144 Burglary Habitation 323 305 Burglary Building 175 176 Burglary Vehicle 604 375 Burglary of Machine 42 22 Total Burglaries: 1144 878 ARREST INFORMATION ON MAJOR OFFENSES 1989 1990 ADULT JUVENILE ADULT JUVENILE Murder 3 0 0 0 Sexual Assault 2 0 4 0 Robbery 4 0 7 1 Aggravated Assault 18 1 33 5 Other Assault 89 12 38 8 Burglary of Building 8 7 17 5 Burglary of Homes 11 5 6 7 Burglary of Vehicles 34 5 25 4 Burglary of Machines 2 1 1 0 Vehicle Theft 10 7 9 4 Theft 170 31 189 50 Total: 351 69 329 84 ARREST INFORMATION FOR DRUG/ALCOHOL OFFENSES 1989 1990 ADULT JUVENILE ADULT JUVENILE Poss. of Marijuana 14 2 35 7 Poss. of Illegal Drugs 10 1 7 1 Liquor Law Violation 15 0 17 0 Minor in Possession 487 23 681 19 DWI 269 0 378 0 Public Intoxication 229 2 456 2 Total: 1024 28 1574 29 Property: The total value of stolen property in 1990 was $1,456,314 as com- pared to $1,610,126 in 1989. Also, the value of recovered property in 1990 was $424,577 as compared to $584,948 in 1989. 1990 MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS 1989 1990 Major (injuries) 401 372 Minor (property damage) 1080 911 Fatalities 0 1 Total. Accidents: 1481 1283 Alcohol Related: Charges Filed: 0 d a co (0 0 it 113 0 12 BUDGET Amount (In millions of $) 1984/85 1985/86 1986/87 1987/88 1988/89 1989/90 1990/91 APPROVED EXPENDITURES 1990/91 Salaries $3,142,987.00 Supplies 137,335.00 Maintenance 69,931.00 Services 326,290.00 Capital Equipment 93,000.00 Total $3,769,543.00 POLICE ADMINISTRATION FUNCTION & GOALS FUNCTION: The Administrative Division is responsible for the overall resource management of the department, providing efficient and effective law enforcement services to the community. This division coordi- nates and directs the activities of other agency components to insure an integrated effort in achieving the stated mission and overall goals of the department. The development and implemen- tation of department policy and procedures, research and plan- ning activities, automated system support, and budget formation and management are other functions of this division. GOALS: To secure adequate resources through general budget allocation, state and federal grants, and the private sector to provide an adequate level of law enforcement services to the community; to establish written policy and procedure, providing proper guidance and direction of all employees while minimizing litigation; to provide an effective liaison that will foster cooperation and coor- dination between the department, other law enforcement agen- cies, groups and organizations within the private sector and other departments within the City; to provide individual growth and development opportunities through training and job experience for all members of the department and to insure programs and activities within the department are accomplishing their purpose within budgetary constraints. Accreditation The department continued to work towards accreditation during the year. Plans are to schedule the on -site assessment during March or April of 1991 and to receive accredited status at the accreditation conference to be held in Spring- field, Illinois during July of 1991. At the present time, over 150 law enforcement agencies nationwide have achieved accredited status, including 10 from Texas. The ten accredited agencies in Texas are: Amarillo, Arlington, Burleson, Carrollton, Highland Park, Houston, Hurst, Pampa, Victoria, and Wichita Falls. In preparation for the department's on -site assessment, the Accreditation Commission sent Chief Strope to Manhattan, Kansas in December of 1990 as one of the five members of the accreditation assessment team for the Riley County Police Department 3 Class I Class II Complaints/Internal Affairs Investigations All serious complaints alleged against department employees. They include, but are not limited to: (1) excessive use of force; (2) false arrest; (3) discrimination; (4) corruption/extortion; (5) violation of criminal law; (6) misuse of police authority; (7) civil rights violations; (8) others as directed by chief. All complaints relating to inadequate police service, discourtesy, improper procedure, or any allegation not included under Class I. Dispositions: 1990 Unfounded: The allegation is false or not factual. Not Involved: The employee was not present at the time the incident occurred. Exonerated: The incident occurred, but the actions of the employee were lawful and proper. Not Sustained: There is insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation. Sustained: The allegation is supported by sufficient evidence. Citizen Complaints: 1990 Category No. Complaints Classification No. Sustained Improper Procedure 22 Class II 11 Discourteous Conduct 10 Class II 1 Harassment 5 Class II 0 Assault 2 Class I 0 Littering 1 Class I 0 Unnecessary Use Force 1 Class I 0 Misconduct 1 Class II 0 Category Improper Procedure Policy Violation Internal Complaints: 1990 No. Complaints No. Sustained 20 8 11 9 14 OPERATIONS BUREAU FUNCTIONS AND GOALS Uniform Patrol Division FUNCTION: The Uniform Patrol Division provides immediate response to all emergency situations and in -progress criminal activities which are reported to the Police Department.The largest division within the Police Department is also responsible for initiating preliminary investigations and written reports relating to criminal offenses and motor vehicle and pedestrian accidents. Other activities of this division include: providing school crossing protection at selected intersections; enforcing traffic laws, investigating vehicle and pedestrian accidents, coordinating special events and public assistance, animal control enforcement activities, and public informational and referral services. GOALS: To reduce criminal activity by visible and aggressive police pres- ence; to swiftly apprehend criminal suspects at or near the crime scene; to provide prompt and courteous police services; to reduce crime and accidents; to recover lost or stolen property; to thoroughly investigate reported or discovered criminal acts; and to preserve civil order within the community. Criminal Investigations Division FUNCTION: The Criminal Investigation Division is responsible for the follow- up investigation of all serious adult and juvenile criminal offenses reported to the department. This includes continuous investiga- tion until each case has been cleared by arrest or inactivated due to exhaustion of all available information and leads. This division also provides specialized services including physical evidence collection, photography, suspect and victim interviews, composite drawings, surveillance, and tactical operations of criminal activities identified by crime analysis. GOALS: To promptly and effectively investigate criminal offenses in order to apprehend criminal suspects, collect evidence, and assist in the prosecution of criminal defendants; to recover stolen property; to coordinate the collection and analysis of criminal intelligence information increasing the identification of suspects; to assist crime victims with understanding the criminal justice system; to provide complete and comprehensive testimony in court; and to properly assist with the prosecution of criminal offenders. 15 LEI I 16 Communications/Jail Division FUNCTION: The Communications/Jail Division is responsible for providing 911 emergency services, police radio and Teletype communications; telephone answering services; and jail operations as a support service within the Police Department on a 24-hour basis. GOALS: Provide prompt and courteous response to citizen's telephone complaints and inquiries; to assist in swiftly apprehending criminal suspects at or near the crime scene; to provide prompt and courteous police services; to ensure prisoners and their property are secure and safe while in police custody; to process and/or effectively refer inquiries to the most appropriate source. a q Q UNIFORM PATROL DIVISION The Uniform Patrol Division makes up the largest section in the Police Department, and is the most visible to local citizens. This division's activities are designed to fulfill the basic police mission of protection and service to the community. The Patrol Section is made up of three shifts, each commanded by a Patrol Watch Commander of the rank of lieutenant, who reports to the Operations Bureau Commander. Each shift consists of 2 squads which are supervised by a sergeant who reports to the Patrol Watch Commander. Within the Uniform Patrol Division is the Special Enforcement Unit, which consists of (3) motorcycle officers who report to the on -duty Patrol Watch Commander. The primary responsibility of this unit is selective traffic enforce- ment and escort functions. Sgt. Greg Lewis, Officer Phil Brown, and Officer John Calvin played an instrumental role in reducing accidents during 1990. Also included in Special Enforcement Unit are the Animal Control Unit and the Parking Control and School Crossing Guards. Patrol Activity 1989 Calls Received 30,362 Miles Driven 368,107 Felony Arrests 100 Misdemeanor Arrests 1,588 DWI Arrests 264 Warnings Issued 6,884 Citations Issued 18,948 Arrest Reports 1,901 Traffic Accid. Reports 1,481 Offense Reports 5,142 Stolen Vehicles Recovered 77 Burglaries Found 44 Security Awareness Contacts 445 Hours of Training 4,195 Hours of Overtime 800 Hours of Detached Assignment 784 Radio Dispatched Calls 20,356 Stopped by Citizens 263 Officer Initiated 9,016 Back -Up Assistance 6,404 Follow -Up Calls 580 1990 33,403 384,588 119 2,032 377 9,614 15,863 2,457 1,283 4,812 65 27 487 5,368 1,415 810 22,329 3,219 12,475 7,056 629 co a 0 rit C0 CO 0 0 co O Animal Control College Station Police Department Animal Control officers perform a very important function in which they are responsible for the enforcement of city ordinances governing animals. The Animal Control officers are M.B. "Rocky" Smith and James Brooks, and these officers are on -call almost every day of the year. 1989 1990 Citations Issued by Animal Control 170 203 Warnings Issued by Animal Control 420 520 Calls for Service by Animal Control 2,085 2,588 Number of Call -Outs 87 95 Hours of Overtime 122 144 Miles Driven by Animal Control 42,978 37,408 Animal Control Activity 1990 Dogs Cats Picked Up on Complaint 471 290 Picked Up at Large 363 93 Taken to Animal Shelter 623 340 Picked Up Outside City 7 0 Total Animals Handled: 1464 723 18 COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING PROGRAM (C.O.P.P.) Over the past few years, there has been a steady increase in the number of calls for service reported in the Southgate Village Apartment complex and surround- ing area. As this area of College Station is one of the low socio-economic areas in the city, police have often found themselves receiving very little cooperation when responding to calls in this area. As a matter of fact, police were so unwelcomed in the area that physical harm was possible when entering the vicinity. In February, 1990, the College Station Police Department decided to adopt the Community Oriented Policing Program (C.O.P.P.) on an experimental basis for the purpose of creating a positive relationship between the police officers and the residents in that area. Officers began conducting foot patrols to meet and visit with residents to open the lines of communication. The officers also used the contacts to suggest crime prevention tips and to obtain information regarding problem areas such as trash in vacant lots, water meter leaks and pass these on to the appropriate City departments. Almost immediately, the officers noticed an improvement in the attitudes of the citizens toward the Police Department and in November, one officer, Officer Scott Simpson, was assigned full-time to the C.O.P.P. to continue its success. 1990 C.O.P.P. Activity Number of Contact Reports on File 295 Number of Contacts (by address) 233 Number of Contacts of Residents at Southgate 23 *These contacts represent only the last 10 months since the programs was implemented in the last week of February. Offenses Reported in C.O.P.P. Area Assaults (All) Burglary of Building Burglary of Habitation Burglary of Vehicle Criminal Mischief Thefts Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle Drug Related (All) Robbery & Aggravated Robbery Criminal Att. - Burglary Habitation Criminal Att. - Burglary Building Others (All) Total Number of Offenses Reported: 144 16 42 12 49 55 6 2 6 10 0 38 380 Of these 380 offenses, 93 (24.5%) were in the Southgate Village Apartment complex. 19 Fd d 'd 0 rt. 0.1 CO CO 0 gsi 0 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION Criminal Investigations The Criminal Investigation Division is charged with investigating criminal offenses, apprehending offenders, recovering stolen property, and seeking prosecution. In June, 1990, detectives. conducted an investigation into the activities of a resale shop where a person working with the C.I.D. offered to sell stolen weapons to a local businessman. The businessman accepted the proposal, and the case was prosecuted, resulting in the probation of the businessman and his business being put out of operation. In response to the increasing problems with youth gangs, Sgt. Johnson attended a school in Los Angeles, California in August on gang activity training. C.I.D. Activity 1989 1990 Cases Referred to CID 5098 4065 Cases Referred to Investigators 2180 1788 Cases Assigned Which Were Cleared 1470 1358 Arrests Made by CID 213 279 It should be noted that the Criminal Investigation Division's performance of "My Prerogative" at the Annual C.S.P.D. Christmas party was a huge inspiration to all those who witnessed it! Narcotics Task Force The Narcotics Task Force is formed of officers from local law enforcement agencies who work together on controlled substances violation cases. College Station Police Department currently adds three (3) officers to the Narcotics Task Force. On October 29, 1990 Officer Jim Mann was added as the 3rd officer from C.S.P.D. to the Narcotics Task Force. In December, 1990, the Narcotics Task Force in conjunction with the Criminal Investigation Division and the Brazos County Attorney's office investigated alleged illegal activities at a local bar. An officer was placed at the bar in an undercover capacity and this resulted in 4 counts of public lewdness being filed. 20 Brazos County Narcotics Task Force Activity Felony Charges Filed: 93 Misdemeanor Charges Filed: 16 Felony Arrests: 86 Felony Assists: 20 Misdemeanor Arrests: 14 Misdemeanor Assists: 14 Search Warrants/Assists: 36 Surveillance Hours: 1,215 Undercover Assignments: 90 Investigations Opened: 167 Investigations Closed: 152 Informant Contacts: 1,577 Crime Stopper Contacts: 128 Drug Seizures: Heroin $5,825.00 Cocaine $9,353.00 Other Narcotics $ 300.00 Marijuana $46,367.00 L.S.D. $4,503.00 Methamphetamine $4,000.00 Other Hallucinogens $1,130.00 Property Seizures: Vehicles $102,000.00 Real Estate $13, 500.00 Currency $5,040.35 21 rt CD 0 0 e. its hd cD O COMMUNICATIONS/JAIL DIVISION In 1990, the Communications/Jail Division was again made a separate division for budgetary purposes, however the division comes under the Operations Bureau in the organizational structure. The purpose of the division is to receive and dispatch calls for service and provide a communications link between the officers and the department. In addition to this function, the division is responsible for housing prisoners in a safe environment to provide protection for the public. The Enhanced 911 dispatching system was implemented in the Communications Center at College Station Police Department in 1990. With this system, all 911 (emergency) calls are routed through a centralized operator in the Brazos County and are then sent on to the appropriate agency for response. This system, once fully established, will be a benefit both to the community and to dispatchers who will use it. The TLETS II (Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System) also came on-line for the Communications Section of the police department this calendar year. A new switcher system in Austin, Texas provides for faster returns of computer information requests. Another benefit of the TLETS II is that dispatchers no longer have to remember formatting commands as with the previous system because the commands are pre-programmed in the system. In conjunction with the Training Section of the department, the Communica- tions Section worked collectively to write a training manual which would assist in the uniform training of new dispatchers. Before this time, there has been no written document to explain the procedures used in the Communications/Jail Division. The manual is used as a reference source when questions arise regarding the "how to's" of this division. Prisoners Processed by Communications/Jail Division 1989 1990 2,176 2,992 In 1990, 814 prisoners were Bryan Police Department detainees and 2,178 were C.S.P.D. prisoners. 22 SERVICES BUREAU FUNCTIONS AND GOALS Special Services Division FUNCTIONS: The Special Services Division is responsible for coordinating selection, recruitment and training of new employees; providing structured in-service training programs; coordinating and scheduling outside training programs; coordinating the department's field training officer program; developing and implementing community awareness programs in the areas of crime reduction, crime and drug awareness; providing programs and information to improve public relations and coordinating the activities of the Citizen Volunteers Program within the Police Department. GOALS: To maintain and monitor an effective field training officer program for new police officers; to develop and evaluate specialized in- service training programs which enhances the skills, knowledge and abilities of employees; to actively recruit qualified applicants, to increase community awareness and participation in crime prevention and drug education programs and to coordinate activities within the Citizen Volunteers Program. Technical Services Division FUNCTIONS: The Technical Services Division is responsible for processing and maintaining accurate police records of activities and the timely retrieval and distribution of appropriate records; effective and efficient evidence and property control; effective building and facility maintenance coordination; clear and available public information services to media agencies and the general public; timely and effective analysis of criminal incidents; and to provide maintenance coordination responsibilities for all equipment within the Police Department. GOALS: To promptly and courteously respond to walk-in citizen's requests for information within the Police Department; to accurately receive, record, maintain, retrieve and distribute police depart- ment records in a timely manner; to accurately and safely record and store all evidence seized, and maintain a proper chain of custody; to safeguard found property submitted to the depart- ment and diligently seek to return the property to its rightful owner; to provide coordination of building and equipment maintenance services; and to provide and manage effective crime analysis support services to various components within the Po- lice Department. 23 El Pj 24 SPECIAL SERVICES DIVISION The Special Services Division is composed of the Recruiting/Training Section, Community Relations/Crime Prevention and the Volunteers program within the police department. Additionally, the department's Color Guard is a part of this division. Community Relations/Crime Prevention There are numerous programs and activities which are sponsored by the Special Services Division's Community Relations/Crime Prevention Unit which go on throughout the year. Some of these programs are: the D.A.R.E. program (Drug Abuse Resistance Education), T.I.G.E.R.S. program (Teens In Grades Ending Reliance on Substances), the Breakfast Bash (an all night after Prom party held for College Station Juniors and seniors), the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Christmas and Thanksgiving food drives for the needy and National Nite Out. Additionally, the Crime Prevention Unit, on a daily basis, presents talks on safety to civic organizations and school age children, gives tours of the Police Department, surveys homes for residents who participate in the Neighborhood Watch program and participates in many other programs which benefit the community. CRIME PREVENTION ACTIVITIES 1989 1990 Security Surveys Conducted 111 89 Business Surveys Conducted 2 7 Neighborhood Watch Meetings 11 16 Department Tours Conducted 35 47 Public Appearances 55 135 Color Guard The Color Guard performs in formal departmental ceremonies such as the Police Memorial Services held each year in May, as well as such events as parades, funerals and any other special occasions which may require the services of this special unit. The members of the Color Guard are Sgt. John Campbell, Detective Scott McCollum, Sgt. Watkins, Ofcr. Don Andreski, Ofcr. Craig Anderson and Ofcr. Rod Carroll. Volunteers The Volunteer program is designed to allow individuals in the community to perform a public service and contribute to the support of the department. Volunteers include clerical workers, those in the Chaplains program and others who have donated their skills and time to the Police Department. The volunteers donated over 2,000 hours to the police department in 1990, and this program hnc hnPn v,-ry hnnnfiniol to i.v thin thn r�nnartmPnt On October 24, 1990 a Volunteer Recognition Reception was held to show appreciation to the volunteers for their service to the department and each volunteer was presented a plaque by Chief Strope. The volunteers are Mrs. Evalyn Manning, Mrs. Doris Shaefer, Mrs. Ann Henry, Rev. Dan Warden, Rev. Clyde Wilton, Rabbi Peter Tarlow, Rev. Danny Duron, Rev. Jesse Garcia, and Rev. Ben Picazo. The Recruiting/Training Section of the Special Services Division is responsible for the coordination of recruitment, selection, and training of all departmental employees. Training officers seek the best qualified individuals for employment with C.S.P.D. by attending workshops and career days throughout the state. In 1990, a video was prepared by the Recruiting/Training Section, in conjunction with the San Antonio Police Department, as an information resource about the depart- ment for recruitment purposes. RECRUITING/TRAINING ACTIVITIES 1989 1990 Hours of In -Service Training 4,101 6,822 Hours of Outside Training 105 142 Total Training Hours 4,206 6,962 Citizen's Police Academy The Citizen's Police Academy is a program which has been extremely well received by the community. It is a 10-week program which strives to promote a positive image of the police department for citizens by giving them an opportunity to learn about the activities and functions of the police department. Instructors from each division in the police department explain to participants about their responsibilities and procedures. In the calendar year 1990, two Citizen's Police Academies were held. The first academy was from March 6 until May 8, 1990 and the second was from October 8 until December 11, 1990. A total of 46 individuals graduated from these academies and received certificates of completion and a group photo from their academy. 1 17.4 25 TECHNICAL SERVICES DIVISION Records Section The Records Section of the Police Department is of vital importance to the workings of the entire department. The record keeping function includes the collection of all reports and related data, review of each report to ensure departmental directives are being followed in the completion of report forms, ensuring that a proper report is filed for every request for police service, distribution of reports and data to appropriate departmental components, maintenance of records in an orderly and useful fashion, retrieval and distribution of reports to authorized persons and entities, and finally, compliance with Federal and State statutes regulating maintenance and release of information. In addition, the Records Section of the College Station Police Department serves as the principal location where citizens are received and directed to the other various sections of the department. RECORDS SECTION ACTIVITY 1989 1990 Record Checks Performed 5,205 4,988 Offense Reports Filed 286 354 Supplemental Reports Filed *40 188 Xerox Copies Made 312,228 244,897 *Statistics on this started October, 1989. 26 Property/Evidence Section The Property/Evidence Section is maintained by one Property/Evidence Clerk, Jan DeCoste, who is responsible for maintaining departmental evidence in an easily retrievable manner, for sending evidence to labs to be tested, returning property to owners and the destruction of contraband. Additionally, the function of property clerk means the control and inventory of all departmental supplies, equipment and property. In 1990, a computer inventory program was established to aid in the record keeping of departmental property. This program is able to track the location of items within the facility, track items assigned to individuals (examples: uni- forms, radios, leather, flashlights, etc.), and it can even include information on items in the department's inventory such as maintenance contract information, sizes of uniforms, cost, etc. Upon completion of the installation of the department's new computer system, a program for the inventory of evidence will also be available. PROPERTY/EVIDENCE ACTIVITY 1989 1990 Articles of Evidence Received 2,697 2,223 Articles of Property Received 321 395 Items Released 690 844 Items Destroyed 438 827 Items to be Auctioned 68 100 Items Mailed to DPS 22 35 a r44 A 27 A cD Cy a co 0 co co 0 e. eo A Name Robert Cook Joe DeCoste Corkey Sandel Byron Tilton Richard VanNest Robert Cook Volie Schultea Thomas Armstrong Tom Atkinson Nathan Brown Doug Davis Sue Davis Lisa Gordon Joe Henning Robin Hicks Jerry Hirsch Valerie Hubbard Charles Huneycutt Paul Joseph Brad Lamb Lisa Mayers Don McClure Lois Pruitt Lauri Ross Ronnie Schultz Eddie Schutter Martell Stroup Allen Wiese PROMOTIONS Date 9/1/90 5/15/90 5/15/90 7/1/90 5/15/90 1/1/91 11/1/90 From Dispatcher Senior Officer Senior Officer Police Officer Senior Officer Dispatcher II Police Officer. RESIGNATIONS From: Patrol Officer 9/16/87 Dispatcher/Jailer 10/27/89 Patrol Officer 6/26/86 Police Officer 5/1/90 Police Officer 5/1/90 Dispatcher/Jailer 8/22/85 Police Officer 9/16/87 Dispatcher/Jailer 10/26/87 Police Officer 3/5/90 Dispatcher/Jailer 8/29/84 Animal Control Ofcr. 8/16/82 Police Officer 5/1/90 Senior Officer 9/ 1 /85 Dispatcher/Jailer 6/19/89 Police Officer 1 / 15/88 Communications Operator 7/ 1 /71 Dispatcher/Jailer Police Officer Animal Control Ofcr. Dispatcher/Jailer Police Officer 10/3/88 10/3/88 5/7/90 5/15/89 3/1/84 SPECIAL MENTION To Dispatcher II Master Officer Master Officer Senior Officer Master Officer Com. Shift Sup. Senior Officer To: 11/30/90 5/21/90 12/20/90 7/13/90 8/1/90 9/13/90 1/29/90 8/23/90 7/25/90 8/15/90 6/30/90 10/20/90 5/31/90 8/18/90 8/2/90 2/28/90 6/22/90 11/20/90 10/15/90 5/21/90 2/28/90 Lois "Ma" Pruitt retired from College Station Police Department after almost 19 years of service with the department as a dispatcher and communications operator. On February 28, 1990 a reception to honor Ms. Pruitt was held for her years of dedicated service to the department. 28 Jonne Jenkins Greg Leeth Gail Hallmark Lance Platt Mark Alford Tracy Dudgeon Janice Fife Steve Smith Jay Mason Troy Marcott Lee Shaw Rodney Sigler James Erben Jennifer Williams Jeffrey Boldt Karen Maxfield James Brooks NEW EMPLOYEES Date of Employment 1/17/90 5/1/90 6/25/90 7/23/90 7/23/90 8/13/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/1/90 10/15/90 Position Traffic Analyst Police Officer Dispatcher/Jailer Dispatcher/Jailer Dispatcher/Jailer Dispatcher/Jailer Police Officer Police Officer Police Officer Police Officer Police Officer Police Officer Police Officer Dispatcher/Jailer Dispatcher/Jailer Dispatcher/Jailer Animal Control Ofcr. PERSONNEL SUMMARY # Authorized # Actual 100 97 Number Sworn Number Civilian 67 33 Educational Summary of C.S.P.D. Personnel Total with less than high school Total with high school only: Total 1-30 hours: Total 31-60 hours: Total 61-90 hours: Total over 90 hours: Total Associates degrees: Total Bachelors degrees: Total Masters degrees: Total currently enrolled: Total planning to enroll: 0 15 17 6 7 5 2 30 1 13 26 29 AWARDS AND COMMENDATIONS Employees in the department receive the "Chiefs Employee of the Month Award" which is given as recognition for any outstanding service to the department. The following employees received this recognition and were given a t-shirt. January Ofcr. Byron Tilton February Major John Kennedy April Sgt. Larry Johnson July Sgt. Larry Johnson August Dispatcher/Jailer Kelli Bobbitt October Admin. Secretary Cheryl Weichert November Ofcr. Charles Fleeger December Sgt. Gary Bishop The police department Employee of the Year was Systems Analyst, Horcica. Ronnie For the largest percentage increase in United Way pledge donations, the Police Department was awarded a plaque. It was noted that Cheryl Weichert, as the coordinator for the 1990 United Way drive, made the difference in the number of pledges as well as the department's Criminal Investigation Division for their generous donations to this fund drive. 5-Year Safe Driving Awards were presented May 3, 1990 to the following C.S.P.D. employees: Gary Bishop Jan DeCoste Larry Johnson Darrell Luedke Luther O'Banion Bob Price Bruce Sims Richard VanNest John Board Joe DeCoste Bernie Kapella Mike Mathews Wayne Onstott Corkey Sandel Keith Smith Dave Watkins Robert Cahill Edgar Feldman Mark Langwell Scott McCollum John Orozco Walter Sayers M.B. Smith Rita Watkins John Campbell Ronnie Horcica Greg Lewis Mason Newton Mike Patterson Dan Severn Irvin Todd Civic organizations offer recognition to police officers for their exemplary service to the community. The awards and individuals for 1990-91 were: Kiwanis Club Police Officer of the Year Senior Officer Walter Sayers Optimist Club Police Officer of the Year Crime Scene Technician Barry Wilkerson Mothers Against Drunk Driving Outstanding Service Award Officer Yong Lee 30 Address of William J. Bennett, Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy at the Official Proceedings of the 96th Annual Conference of International Association of Chiefs of Police in Louisville, Kentucky. "We have apressing and urgent crisis in many parts of America. In neighborhoods all over America we need you and your men and women to keep the peace, secure the perimeter reestablish lawful order, return communities to the hold of the citizens who live there, and reestablish lawful public control of public places .In short, to do nothing less than maintain the blessings of liberty .That is still the highest and most noble service that our indeed, almost any citizen can perform." 31 Written by Gretchen Beasley Services Bureau Secretary Michael L. Strope Chief of Police With assistance from The C.S.P.D. Policy Manual Cheryl Weichert Administrative Secretary Corkey Sandel Research/Planning Ronnie Horcica Systems Analyst Officer Scott Simpson C.O.P.P. Lt. Mason Newton CID Commander Jan DeCoste Property -Evidence Clerk Mike Camarillo Dispatch/Jailer Stephanie George Records Supervisor Shawn Dempsey Dispatch Supervisor Sargeant Gary Bishop Retruiting/Training Mary Morse Public Relations & Marketing, Print/Mail Div. 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