pages: CityCouncil/2009-12-01.pdf, 13
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CityCouncil | 2009-12-01 | 13 | Vice Mayor deHaan inquired what percentage Priority 1 calls are of overall calls, to which the Police Chief responded that he would provide said information; continued the presentation. In response to Mayor Johnson's inquiry, the Police Chief stated Sector 1 covers the area between the former Base and Eighth Street; Sector 2 covers Eighth Street to Willow Avenue Sector 3 covers Willow East Sector 4 covers the Bay Farm Island area; Sector 5 covers the former Base. Vice Mayor deHaan inquired whether each sector has the same amount of force, to which the Police Chief responded in the negative; continued the presentation. Mayor Johnson stated response times are amazing. Councilmember Matarrese stated that he appreciates the Special Duty Unit tracking parolees and sex offenders; the effort sends the message that parolees and sex offenders need to behave in Alameda; tracking should be City policy Council needs to be informed if tracking efforts are jeopardized. Councilmember Tam inquired whether School Resource Officers are involved in resolving issues regarding strangers on campuses. The Police Chief responded in the affirmative stated patrol officers are also involved; efforts are coordinated with a captain. Councilmember Tam inquired whether a captain decides whether to send a school resource officer. The Police Chief responded calls are initially handled through the communication center and then coordinated through a school resource officer and patrol officers. Councilmember Tam stated Councilmembers from other cities are envious of the Alameda Police Department commended police officers and deployment methods for the wonderful reputation. Mayor Johnson stated the Police Department has fewer officers this year. The Police Chief stated difficult deployment decisions have been made; changes have not been made within the patrol force. Mayor Johnson stated excellent response times show good management ; resources are deployed in a very effective and efficient manner. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 December 1, 2009 | CityCouncil/2009-12-01.pdf |