HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Committees - Public Safety (Committee) - 06/10/2014 (3) Public Safety Committee Agenda
Councilmembers: • Dana Ralph • Les Thomas,Jim Berrios, Chair
KENT
June 10, 2014
4:30 p.m.
Item Description Action Speaker(s) Time Page
1. Approval of May 13, 2014 minutes Yes Jim Berrios 5 min 1
2. Ordinance Amending KCC 9.38
"Parking" — Recommend Yes Chief Ken Thomas 10 min 7
3. Fireworks — Information Only No Fire Marshall Jon Napier 10 min 13
4. Police Chief's Update No Chief Ken Thomas 10 min 17
A. 2013 Police Department Annual Report
Unless otherwise noted, the Public Safety Committee meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m.
in Council Chambers East, Kent City Hall, 220 4th Avenue South, Kent, 98032-5895.
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Public Safety Committee Minutes
May 13, 2014
COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT:
Committee Chair, Jim Berrios and Committee member Les Thomas were present
and Committee member Dana Ralph was absent. The meeting was called to order
at 4:32 p.m. by Committee Chair Berrios.
Changes to the Agenda:
None
Item 1 - Approval of meeting minutes dated April 8, 2014
Committee member Thomas MOVED to approve the minutes of April 8,
2014. The motion was SECONDED by Committee Chair Berrios and PASSED
3-0.
Item 2 - Fiscal Year 2014 JAG Grant - Recommend
Sara Wood, Research and Development Analyst, presented information regarding
the 2013 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant joint application for
$635,618. Funds are used to assist with various law enforcement needs. The City
of Seattle manages the grant funds and the city of Kent reports funding
expenditures to Seattle. Funding for the current year will be used to enhance
Intelligence Led Policing.
Committee member Thomas MOVED to recommend council authorize the
Mayor to accept the Fiscal Year 2013 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice
Assistance Grant in the amount of $52,379, authorize the Mayor to sign all
documents, amend the budget, and authorize expenditure of the funds in
accordance with grant terms and conditions acceptable to the Police Chief
and City Attorney. The motion was SECONDED by Committee Chair Berrios
and PASSED 3-0.
Item 3 - WTSC - Target Zero, Distracted Driving Amendment - Recommend
Sara Wood, Research and Development Analyst, presented information regarding
the Target Zero Distracted Driving Amendment. The Amendment is for a $2,500
increase to Target Zero Mobilization funding that supports the National support
patrols through the National Highway Transportation Safety Association (NHTSA).
This was the first year there was a national distracted driving campaign that was
held April loth - April 15th. Sara provided the results of the enforcement patrols
that were held April 10- April 15, 2014. Officers worked 41 hours of overtime, 135
contacts were made by traffic officers that resulted in 89 cell phone or texting
violations in addition to 2 DUI's arrested during the patrols.
Committee member Thomas MOVED to recommend Council authorize the
Mayor to sign all documents amending the Memorandum of Understanding
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between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and the Kent Police
Department to increase funds for police overtime for the purpose of
conducting distracted driving, high visibility enforcement in support of
Target Zero priorities, with agreement terms and conditions acceptable to
the Police Chief and City Attorney, and recommend Council ratify all acts
consistent with the Memorandum of Understanding and this motion. The
motion was SECONDED by Committee Chair Berrios, and PASSED 3-0.
Item 4 - WTSC - Target Zero, Distracted Driving Amendment - Recommend
Sara Wood, Research and Development Analyst, presented information regarding
the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) - Target Zero, Distracting
Driving Amendment. Sara conveyed that the WTSC contracts with the City of Kent
to house the South King County Target Zero office manager and funds 60% of the
salary and benefits. This is a one-year amendment to the MOU to extend the term
through June 30, 2015 with an additional $61,000 in funds.
Committee member Thomas requested information on the status of the current
employee holding the office manager's position. Chief Thomas and Sara Wood
indicated that Sara and Stacey Judd are sharing the responsibilities until a
replacement can be found.
Committee member Thomas MOVED to recommend Council authorize the
Mayor to sign all documents amending the Interagency Agreement
between the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and the Kent Police
Department to extend the dates of the South King County Target Zero
Traffic Safety Task Force Project from July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015, and to
increase funds to $122,000, with final agreement terms and conditions
acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney. The motion was
SECONDED by Committee Chair Berrios, and PASSED 3-0.
Item 5 - Justice Assistance Grant Application Funding VNET Office
Manager - Recommend
Sara Wood, Research and Development Analyst, presented information regarding
the Justice Assistance Grant Application Funding for the Valley Narcotics
Enforcement Team (VNET) office manager. This Justice Assistance Grant is given to
the South King County area to fund the VNET office manager and Joanne Moen
currently holds that position. The funds come into the state Department of
Commerce Justice Assistance grant and then is distributed to the various county
task forces.
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Committee member Thomas MOVED to recommend Council authorize the
Mayor to accept the Justice Assistance Grant to fund the Valley Narcotics
Enforcement Team office manager, in an amount of at least $91,842.,
authorize the Mayor to sign all documents, amend the budget, and
authorize expenditure of the funds in accordance with the grant terms and
conditions acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney. The motion
was SECONDED by Committee Chair Berrios, and PASSED 3-0.
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Item 6 — Blumenthal Uniform Co.. Inc. Contract — Recommend
Sara Wood, Research and Development Analyst, presented information regarding
the contract with Blumenthal Uniform Company. A financial audit determined that
the city of Kent needed to enter into a contract with Blumenthal Uniform Company
for the purchase of police personnel uniform needs. Sara indicated that the City
anticipates spending up to $100,000 on uniforms.
Council member Thomas asked about the City not having a prior contract with
Blumenthal's. Sara indicated that the City previously piggy-backed on the state
contract. It was determined that since the City had Kent-specific items, an
individual contract with Blumenthal's was required. Council member Thomas asked
Chief Thomas what it costs to put a uniform on an officer. Chief Thomas indicated
that with the vests, shirts, pants, duty belt, patches, jacket, boots, and uniform
jacket, the cost would be at least $600.
Committee member Thomas MOVED to recommend Council authorize the
Mayor to sign a Goods and Services Agreement with Blumenthal Uniform
Co., Inc., for the purchase of police uniforms in an annual amount not to
exceed $100,000, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the
Police Chief and City Attorney. The motion was SECONDED by Committee
Chair Berrios, and PASSED 3-0.
Item 7 — Valley Special Weapons and Tactics Team Interlocal Agreement —
Recommend
Chief Thomas presented information regarding the Valley Special Weapons and
Tactics (VSWAT) team Interlocal Agreement and Resolution. Chief Thomas
indicated that the City of Kent has been in a partnership with local jurisdictions for
the past several years for the combined VSWAT enforcement team. This is an
updated to the Interlocal Agreement.
Committee Chair Berrios asked how often the Agreement is updated. Chief Thomas
indicated that this Amendment is only to update the current signators for all
jurisdictions.
Committee member Thomas MOVED to recommend Council adopt the
proposed resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign the Valley Special
Weapons and Tactics Team Interlocal Agreement that establishes and
maintains a multi-jurisdictional SWAT team to effectively respond to high
risk criminal occurrences, with final agreement terms and conditions
acceptable to the Police Chief and City Attorney. The motion was
SECONDED by Committee Chair Berrios, and PASSED 3-0.
Committee Secretary, Kim Komoto, presented an email received from Council
President, Dana Ralph, providing her concurrence for all items on the agenda for
the Public Safety Committee this afternoon.
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Item 4 — Police Chief's Update
Chief Thomas presented information regarding the police department.
STAFFING:
The police department is authorized through the budget to employ 144
commissioned officers. There are currently 133 officers on staff. Offers out to 3
additional new hires that will start on June 1st and 1 lateral will start on June 1st
By July Vt the Chief anticipates he will have at least 1 more lateral officer. By July,
138 officers should be on staff. That will leave 6 open positions. Two interviews
are scheduled for this week and he anticipates filling all positions by August and
their will then be 144 authorized police personnel by the end of August.
The police department is focusuing on lateral hires and Wayne Graff is now the
officer in charge of recruiting. Chief Thomas indicted that Wayne is doing a
fantastic job of carrying on the work done by Officer Bobby Hollis.
The Chief learned that the wait to get new hires into the academy is in excess of 6
months so the Chief would like to focus on hiring lateral officers.
Committee member Thomas asked if there is a lot of interest from other
jurisdictions and Chief Thomas indicted that due to the recovering economy, all
jurisdictions are sending officers through the academy which is causing the
extended wait time.
PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK
Chief Thomas presented information regarding the prescription drug take back day
held on April 26th and was coordinated by the city's Community Education Unit.
300.4 pounds of unwanted prescription medications were collected.
Council member Thomas asked if medications are collected from local senior living
facilities. Chief Thomas indicated that he was not sure if they participated, but if
so, the City would accept the medications.
Council member Berrios asked if this was one of our best years. Chief Thomas
indicated that this is consistent and that the City holds these take back events
quarterly. Some jurisdictions accept medications every day.
Council member Berrios indicated his appreciation for the community participating
in this program that helps keep the drugs off the streets.
Gang Resistence Education and Training,
Chief Thomas presented information regarding the 7 officers that went to Portland
to participate in the week long Gang Resistance Education And Training (GREAT).
The Chief met with Kent School District this week in hopes of bolstering our effort
of getting more officers in elementary schools in Kent by teaching the GREAT
program to 5th grade students. The school district felt that the best age group for
this program would be 5th grade students. The police department is gearing up for
the instruction of GREAT program in Kent Schools in additional to the Cops in
Schools Program Chief Thomas indicated that he is getting positive feedback on his
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weekly reports from sergeants, that the patrol officers are going to the schools and
interacting with the students and staff, including playing basketball and reading to
students. This is a model program for getting officers to interact with students in
Kent.
Committee member Berrios requested clarification and Chief Thomas confirmed that
these programs also included the Kent schools that are also located in the city of
Federal Way.
Committee member Thomas asked for clarification on whether the seven trained
officers would conduct the GREAT training. Chief Thomas indicated that they would
in addition to having more officers trained in an effort to increase the number of
officers that can participate in this great crime prevention tool to enable officers
that interact with Youth.
City Council Meeting
Chief Thomas indicated that he will be away at the Washington Sheriffs and Police
Chief's conference so Assistant Chief Jon Straus will present the Public Safety
Report that will include the swearing in of one additional officer at the June 3rd City
Council meeting.
Officer Recognition
Committee Chair Berrios asked Chief Thomas to present information regarding an
email received from a victim of fraud regarding her appreciation of Officer Kallir.
Chief Thomas conveyed that the victim was extremely appreciative of Officer Kallier
and indicated that he was the kindest, most sincere officer she has ever dealt with.
Chief Thomas went on to present additional outstanding work by Officer Birkhofer
and Officer Beerbower. Multi Services sent an email regarding the fantastic work
done by these two officers during their interaction with a homeless couple in the
downtown area that were in need of resources. The officers ensured that the
couple received the proper services. Additionally, the officer's went and got the
special operations truck, loaded couple's property, and took them to where they
needed to go while always treating them with respect during the entire process.
Chief Thomas indicated that this was another great example of work being done by
Kent officers that represents the vision of departed - "To be the most well-
respected and effective police department in the region."
Chief Thomas indicated that while officers were individually identified, work like this
happens by most of our officers on a daily basis and that he is extremely proud of
work officers are doing.
Committee Chair Berrios indicated that we are developing a culture that we can all
appreciate and thanked everyone for the leadership and for the leaders that are
working with the team and the officers doing such a great job.
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Committee member Thomas asked for an update on the potential retirement of
officers. Chief Thomas indicated that they have a process that helps identify and
prepare for potential retirements around the first of the year.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. by Committee Chair Berrios
Respectfully su mitted,
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Kim Komoto
Public Safety Committee Secretary
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
� Phone: 253-856-5800
KENT Fax: 253-856-6802
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Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
DATE: June 10, 2014
TO: Public Safety Committee
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending KCC 9.38 - Parking - Recommend
Move to recommend Council adopt an ordinance amending Kent City Code 9.38
authorizing the Chief of Police to suspend the enforcement of certain parking
restrictions in order to protect the public health, safety and welfare.
SUMMARY: The City council finds that from time to time, there may be good
cause, for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare, or due to emergency
situations, to allow the owners or operators of certain trucks or semi-trailers to park on
the public roadways.
This ordinance will provide a mechanism for the Chief of Police to suspend restrictions
relating to the parking of certain trucks and semi-trailers on the public roadways during
specified periods in order to benefit the public health, safety or welfare.
EXHIBITS: Ordinance
BUDGET IMPACT: None
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, amending Chapter 9.38
of the Kent City Code, entitled "Parking,"
authorizing the Chief of Police the power to
suspend the enforcement of parking restrictions in
order to protect the public health, safety and
welfare.
RECITALS
A. The City council finds that from time to time, there may be
good cause, for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare, or
due to emergency situations, to allow the owners or operators of certain
trucks or semi-trailers to park on the public roadways.
B. This ordinance will provide a mechanism for the Chief of
Police to suspend restrictions relating to the parking of certain trucks and
semi-trailers on the public roadways during specified periods in order to
benefit the public health, safety or welfare.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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ORDINANCE
SECTION 1, —Amendment. Chapter 9.38 of the Kent City
Code, entitled, "Parking," is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 9.38.120. Parking of trucks on city streets — Finding.
A. The city council finds that the parking and storage of commercial
trucks, vans, tractor trailers, and semi-trailers with a maximum gross
vehicle weight exceeding eight thousand (8,000) pounds presents
unacceptable risks and hazards to public health, safety, and welfare when
such vehicles are parked or stored on city streets at times when such
vehicles are not engaged in business or commercial activity.
B. The city council also recoanizes that under some circumstances, it
may benefit the public health, safety and welfare to park the above
described vehicles on certain city streets, and that there should be a
mechanism to permit the chief of police to suspend the enforcement of
parking restrictions relating to those vehicles to allow those vehicles to
park on city streets temporarily and durina certain time frames.
Sec. 9.38.130. Parking and storage of certain vehicles —
Penalty.
A. No commercial truck, vehicle, van, trailer, or semi-trailer, whether
licensed or unlicensed, exceeding eight thousand (8,000) pounds as
defined in RCW 46.44.036, 46.44.037, or 46.44.041 may be stored or
parked upon any city street for longer than two (2) hours, except for those
periods of time when such vehicle is being loaded or unloaded or where
parking or storage is otherwise prohibited.
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B. Any violation of this section shall be an infraction and punishable by
a monetary penalty of two hundred fifty dollars ($250). Vehicles parked in
violation of this section are subject to impoundment as provided by law.
C. The chief of police shall have the authority to suspend the
enforcement of this section in the event he or she, in his or her discretion,
determines that suspension of enforcement will benefit the public health,
safety and welfare. Any suspension of enforcement of this section shall be
in writina delivered to the office of the mayor and shall specify the times
and dates in which the suspension shall be effective. The suspension of
enforcement shall also suspend the enforcement of Kent City Code sections
9.38.180(A)15, 9.38.180(B)(6) and 9.38.180(C)(2), as well as applicable
sections of Kent City Code section 9.38.020. Any truck, vehicle, van,
trailer, or semi-trailer parked in accordance with the terms of the
suspension of enforcement shall be parked in compliance with applicable
requirements of the Revised Code of Washinaton and the Washinaton
Administrative Code.
Sec. 9.38.140. Parking of certain trailers or semi-trailers —
Penalty.
A. Except as provided in KCC 9.38.130, no trailer or semi-trailer shall
be parked upon any city street unless the trailer or semi-trailer is attached
to a vehicle by which it may be propelled or drawn. In case of accident
such trailer or semi-trailer may be moved to the side of the street, and if a
good and sufficient red signal is displayed at both ends of the trailer or
semi-trailer during the hours of darkness, such trailer or semi-trailer may
be permitted or allowed to remain for a period not exceeding twenty-four
(24) hours pending removal except that such trailer or semi-trailer shall
not remain upon any portion of a city street where standing or parking is
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limited or prohibited for a period longer than is necessary to effect its
removal.
B. Any violation of this section shall be an infraction and punishable by
a monetary penalty of two hundred fifty dollars ($250). Vehicles parked in
violation of this section are subject to impoundment as provided by law.
C. The chief of police shall have the authority to suspend the
enforcement of this section in the event he or she, in his or her discretion,
determines that suspension of enforcement will benefit the public health,
safety and welfare. Any suspension of enforcement of this section shall be
in writina delivered to the office of the mayor and shall specify the times
and dates in which the suspension shall be effective. The suspension of
enforcement shall also suspend the enforcement of Kent City Code sections
9.38.180(A)15, 9.38.180(B)(6) and 9.38.180(C)(2), as well as applicable
sections of Kent City Code section 9.38.020. Any trailer or semi-trailer
parked in accordance with the terms of the suspension of enforcement
shall be parked in compliance with applicable requirements of the Revised
Code of Washinaton and the Washinaton Administrative Code.
SECTION 2, — Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon
approval of the City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are
authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
correction of clerical errors; ordinance, section, or subsection numbering;
or references to other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or
regulations.
SECTION3, — Severability. If any one or more section, subsection,
or sentence of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, that
decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this
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ordinance and that remaining portion shall maintain its full force and
effect.
SECTION 4, — Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect and
be in force thirty (30) days from and after its passage and publication, as
provided by law.
SUZETTE COOKE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
RONALD F. MOORE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ARTHUR FITZPATRICK, ACTING CITY ATTORNEY
PASSED: day of 12014.
APPROVED: day of 12014.
PUBLISHED: day of 12014.
I hereby certify that this is a true copy of Ordinance No.
passed by the City Council of the City of Kent, Washington, and approved
by the Mayor of the City of Kent as hereon indicated.
(SEAL)
RONALD F. MOORE, CITY CLERK
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
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DATE: June 10, 2014
TO: Public Safety Committee
SUBJECT: Fourth of July & Fireworks Update — Information Only
Information Only
SUMMARY: Chief Napier will present information regarding issues and concerns
surrounding the Fourth of July celebrations in Kent.
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the State of Washington. They are legal to sell, possess, and/or discharge on tribal lands.
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packs to large bricks. A firecracker makes a wooden stick. The stick is placed in a bottle and
single "pop" sound. Many firecrackers strung once lit, it rises into the air, travelling laterally
together will rriake repetitive "popping" sounds. before exploding.
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
� Ken Thomas, Chief of Police
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WASH INGrox Fax: 253-856-6802
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
DATE: June 10, 2014
TO: Public Safety Committee
SUBJECT: Police Chief's Update — Information Only
Information Only
SUMMARY: Ken Thomas, city of Kent Police Chief, will present information regarding
current events affecting the police department including:
A. 2013Annual Police Department Report
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A Message from Chief Ken Thomas
It is an honor to serve the citizens of Kent as your Police Chief.
lam very proud of the work done by our staff fn carrying out their
responsibilities to keep our community safe. In reviewing this report
I believe you will be Impressed with the focus of our agency In our
efforts to combat crime and improve the quality of life in our
neighborhoods.
This past year we reviewed our Intelligence Led Policing efforts and
made changes in an effort to increase interaction with the public.
Our Patrol Commanders are assigned geographical areas of
responsibility and regularly report out on their crime reduction efforts.
We continue to focus on high impact offenders and conduct hot spot
policing in efforts to curb crime.
Due to these efforts I am pleased to advise that our residential burglary rate decreased by 21
vehicle prowls by 19%,and robberies by 13%compared to 2013.
I am also happy to announce that our agency Is adding a generalist K 9 team to patrol during
daytime hours and increasing the number of officers in our bicycle unit.
During this past year we have had several retirements. This has resulted In the promotion of two
new assistant chiefs, 3 new commanders,and 7 new sergeants. This Is an exciting time of growth
and opportunity In our department.
In 2013 we made great strides in attaining our goal of getting 100% of our staff trained in Crisis
Intervention Training. This training allows us to better deal with subjects with mental health and
substance abuse Issues. We have already seen exceptional results of outstanding professionalism
and restraint by our officers when assisting these subjects in times of crisis. We take pride in our
agency to ensure that our officers are well equipped and trained in order to provide a high degree
of professional services to the public.
The men and women of the Kent Police Department take pride In serving the citizens of Kent.
We understand that In order to professionally police a community,we must have the public's trust.
My commitment to you Is to continually work for that trust.
I hope you find the 2013 Annual Report informative. Please contact my office if you have any
questions or comments. I look forward to a productive 2014 in our efforts to be the most
respected and effective police department in the region.
Chief Kenneth E.Thomas
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Table of Contents
KentFacts ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. 3
Mission Statement.. .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... 3
Vision Statement . .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. 3
Calls for Service and Crime Statistics.. .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... 4
PatrolDivision . ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. 7
Investigative Services Division ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... . 10
Support Services Division.. .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. 15
Community Outreach .. .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... 19
Awards . .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. .21
Community Events .. .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. .22
Organizational Chart.. .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... .. ... ... .. ... ..23
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Kent Facts
2013 Population
122,999
Sixth Largest City
In Washington State
Area ofKent
21,414acres ((11 Sf fr
33.46 square miles
1,643 acres of parks
358 miles of roads
Kent Police
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220 Fourth Ave South
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Vision Statement
To be the most respected and effective
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Mission Statement
The Kent Police Department partners
with our community to:
Aggressively fig ILL crime r ��
Impartially protect rights and
Identify and solve problems
Accreditation
The Kent Police Department has maintained accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation for Law
Enforcement Agencies, Inc.(CALEA).We have transltioned to accreditation with the Washington Association of
Sheriffs and Police Chiefs(WASPC),which provides a strong basis for effective law enforcement and safety
education policies and procedures.
Police department employees are proud to be part of team of professionals in their field. Employees realize
that community Involvement Is critical to carrying out their responsibilities and serving the public. Kent Police
Department consists of 144sworn officers,48 full-time and 3 part-time civilian personnel.
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Calls for Service and Crime Statistics
An important goal of the Kent Police Department is the timely response to 911 calls for
service.The following data show our response time to calls from emergency(E)calls
through priority(4)or routine calls for service.
Priority E Is the highest priority.This category represents a confirmed emergency,which
could result In extensive loss of life and/or property.This category represents the greatest
potential for officers toe ncounter immediate danger.
Priority 1 represents a potential emergency which could result in loss of life and/or property;
personnel safety may be at risk or seriously jeopardized.
Priority 2 represents a minimal hazard with considerably less potential for life and/or
property loss and minimal risk to officers.
Priority 3 represents a low hazard,non-life threatening situation with minimal risk of
property loss.
Priority 4 represents police reports or cold calls which require a non-code response.
2013 1 st Quarter Average 2nd Quarter Average 3rd Quarter Average 4th Quarter Average Yearly Average
E 2.89 2.42 2.49 2.85 2.66
1 3.78 3.29 3.74 4.88 3.92
2 7.88 8.04 8.44 8.68 8.26
3 10.97 11.24 11.48 11.2 11.22
4 15.93 15.34 15.28 15.62 15.54
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Intelligence Led Policing (ILP)
ILP is a policing strategy focused on identifying and solving crimes and problems through intensive
crime information analysis. Unlike traditional policing methods,which are primarily reactive, ILP is
away to use crime Information to predict where crimes and problems will occur and then deploy
resources accordingly.The effectiveness of ILP relies heavily on the quality and timeliness of informa-
tion gained by the police.Continuous crime analysis,meticulous Investigations,and strong commu-
nity partnerships are key to making ILP a success.
In 2008, Kent Police began accepting online E-Reports,which are self reported by residents.
2011 -2013 Case Reports and E-Reports Au case Reports ON E-Reports
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ILP Crimes
Since the inception ofthe ILP process,the department has focused on specific crime types to identify
offenders and patterns in order to affect the number of cases occurring.
Over the last couple of years,there has been as I ight increase each year in auto thefts.
This Is an Increase not only In Kent, but overthe whole King County area.
The number of stolen vehicle recoveries genera IlyfoIIows the same pattern as the number
of stolen vehicles.
2011-2013 Vehicle Thefts and Recoveries Vehicle-rhea MVehicle Recovery
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The numberof residential burglaries has fluctuated overthe past threeyears. We had a decline overthe
lastyear because ofouremphasis on actively looking for possible suspects and the community assisting
us In calling In suspicious vehicles/subjects In their neighborhoods.
The numberof commercial burglaries has seen a decrease over the last three years.
2011-2013 Residential and Commercial Burglaries
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Patrol Division
K-9
The K 9 team consists of a sergeant and
three officers.Sergeant Jon Shipman
supervises the unit after having served
as a very successful K-9 hand ler for eig hit
years.
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consisted of 4 tea ms. 3 generalist teams
and narcotics team.
The genera list teams are used for a
variety of applications.They a re
primarily used to locate suspects.This
is done through tracking the suspects
k' r from crime scenes, performing building
searches,or searching areas.The
generalist teams are also able to locate
evidence that would have otherwise
- gone undetected.The use of
generalist K9's also increases the safety
ofourofficers.Two ofourgeneralist teams work night shift and one generalist team works
daytime hours to help combat residential burglaries.
Our narcotics team is responsible for locating drugs primarily in vehicles or residences.
Narcotics dogs are capable of sniffing out trace amounts of narcotics orcurrencythat have
been involved in a narcotics transaction.Our narcotics team works night shift.
The use of police dogs in eitherof these roles greatly enhances the ability of the Kent Police
Department to aggressively fight crime.
2013 K-9 Unit Summary
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Mill Generalist K9 M3 Narcotic K9
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Traffic Unit
The Traffic Unit is tasked with providing safe and efficient vehicular, pedestrian and bicyclist
movement throughout the city.The unit works to prevent and reduce injury and death related to
vehicle collisions through aggressive traffic enforcement and education.
Comprised of one sergeant,eight officers and one parking enforce men t officer,the unit utilizes
motorcycle,marked,and unmarked traffic vehicles to conduct enforcement,respond to collisions
and other traffic/parking related calls for service.The officers,which also serve as members of our
Collision Analysis and Reconstructions Squad (CARS),respond to collisions that result In life threaten-
ing injuries ordeath.They utilize advanced investigative techniques and equipment to complete
these complex Investigations.
The Traffic Unit is actively engaged in community presentations and meetings,conducting train-
ing at the Kent Police Traffic School and partnering with the City's traffic engineers to address road
design issues.They also partner with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and neighboring
agencies to conduct various traffic emphases,including DUI and speed patrols,illegal street racing,
pedestrian crossing,seatbelt enforcement and others.
Calendar Year Traffic Callsfor Patrol Callsfor Staff Assigned
Service Handled Service Handled
2011 4276 248 7
2012 4608 254 8
2013 3082 131 8
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Special Operations Unit (SOU)
The Special Operations Unit is a team of four bicycle officers that are supervised by a patrol sergeant.
The unit was formed to tackle issues and situations that are not as accessible to regular patrol officers
in vehicles. These areas include bike trails,city parks and business venues.
This year bike officers concentrated most of their efforts in the downtown core of the city. Their
focus was criminal behavior and quality of life Issues. They worked closely with the downtown
business association,parks department,public works department and Kent Corrections to clean up
areas of Illegal camps and dumped garbage helping make the community safe and enjoyable for all.
Bicycle officers are the primaryteam that works on the police patrol boat and in the park at
Lake Meridian during the summer months. They provide police services at community events
including 4th of July Splash, Dragon Boat Races and Cornucopia Days. They provide marine
enforcement and conduct safety inspections on Lake Meridian to educate the public and promote
safe boating practices on the water.
In 2014the SOU unit will be expanding to eight officers and a full time sergeant. This will ensure
better unit coverage and the ability to address many more of the criminal and quality of life Issues In
the City of Kent.
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Civil Disturbance Unit (CDU)
The Kent CDU is made up of]3 officers,two sergeants and one commander.The CDU is trained to
effectively deal with large crowds and to minimize criminal behavior during civil unrest. The unit is a
part time team made up of officers from all different divisions of the police department.
Kent CDU is part of the regional Valley Civil Disturbance Unit(VCDU)which consists of officers from
Renton PD,Tukwila PD, Federal Way PD,Auburn PD and Port of Seattle PD. Together the unit Is able
to bring over90 officers together if there is civil unrest ora threat of civil unrest. VCDU is comprised
of command element, line officers, bike officers,a CUT team (specially equipped and trained to
safely cut or dismantle protestor devices and chains)and SART(special munitions deployment team).
VCDU also partners with Bellevue PD,WA State Patrol, North Pierce Metro and local Homeland Secu-
rity teams for training and large Incidents that require more resources. An example was an operation
in Tukwila where 160 CDU officers participated.
Kent CDU attended their annual one week training with all the above agencies this year atthe Army
training center In Yakima. Last yearVCDU participated In six operations In the region. In all their
operations the unit was successful in preventing any property damage or injuries and all arrests that
were made were pre-planned with the protest organizers. Kent CDU members also supported the
Khalsa dayfestival at the Kent ShoWare Center with security and crowd control.
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SWAT
The Kent Police Department participates in a regional SWAT team with five other agencies from the
South King County area. Partners in the Val ley SWAT team(VSWAT) include Renton PD,Tukwila PD,
Federal Way PD,Auburn PD and Port of Seattle PD.This participation allows Kent PD to have access to
one of the largest,best equipped and well trained team in the state.VSWAT is comprised of six officers
from each agency fora total of36 tactical officers. Each agency also provides a Command erfor
oversight and leadership.
VSWAT operates with 28 entry personnel and eight marksmen.Two VaIley K9 handlers also train with
the team and respond to calls for service.Combined with a Crisis Communications Team(negotiators),
VSWAT is a full service unit.The team has three armored vehicles that are used for safety and as rescue
vehicles.The team Is a state leader In the area of High Energy breaching and provides training to other
teams in this expertise.Members of the team are carefully selected and must continuously pass high
standards in physica I fitness and firearms proficiency,and must show good judgment and decision
making In training and on missions.
VSWAT handles approximately 70 calls for service peryearon average, responding to all six
agencies calls for assistance.Team members receive 30 hours of training every month,at minimum.
The regional team concept Is for Tess expense for each agency and also creates a larger candidate pool
to draw from.VSWAT Is recognized as one of the very best tactical units In Washington State.
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Investigative Services Division
Detectives
The Detective Unit consists of two detective sergeants, 15 detectives and one six month rotating detective
position that is staffed by a patrol officer as a contractually bid position. One detective sergeant and eight
detectives are responsible for Investigating crimes against people;this unit Includes a forensics expert who
Is responsible for the retrieval and analysis of technologica I evidence. The remaining personnel Investigate
crimes against property including burglaries,frauds and stolen vehicles. The rotating detective position is
often utilized for both types of investigations and gives patrol officers experience in the handling cases on
a more In-depth level than Is possible while working In a patrol environment. The rotating detective then
returns to their patrol crew and can help teach their co-workers the advanced investigative techniques that
they have learned.
The Detective Unit includes one detective who is assigned to ensure that all sexually violent offenders
residing in Kent have a current residential add ressonfile. Detectives physica I ly verify the residency of every
offender within the city limits to ensure compliance.
2011-2013 Detective Cases
1389
1257 1 1191
754 I i 704
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Special Investigations Unit (SIU)
SIU uses covert investigative techniques to combat high impact offenders,identify and apprehend
violent offenders and solve problems in the city.SIU focuses on gang activity, prostitution operations
and narcotics Investigations.
SIU has two members that are currently assigned part time to the FBI's Child Exploitation Task Force and
one memberwho is assigned to the Homeland Security Investigations District 10 forOperation Com-
munity Shleld.The unit also assists detectives with shooting Investigations, homicides,and robberies.
In 2013,the unit was successful in locating and apprehending several high profile suspects wanted for
rape,robbery,assault,promoting commercial sex abuse ofa minor,and other serious violentfelony
crimes. The Unit was recognized byChannel 13's program,Washington's Most Wanted,as the Officerof
the Month for April 2013.
SIU handled 212 felony cases In 2013. 160 were patrol referrals and 52 were self generated from the
unit. The unit arrested 38 John's°for patronizing a prostitute,I I females for prostitution related offenses,
and five males for promoting commercial sex abuse of minor. The unit also took$219,685 worth of
narcotics off of the streets.
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Neighborhood Response Team (NRT)
This team addresses crime trends and neighborhood problems through Intense Interaction with commu-
nity members,landlords,and businesses.One way NRTaddresses neighborhood problems Is through the
use of crime notification letters. These letters go out to the owners of nuisance properties. In 2013,NRT
sent out 143 crime notification letters. NRTofficers develop and disseminate criminal intelligence to vari-
ous units to Identify solutions to problems.They combat crime through concentrated focus and analysis
of crime data and case reports.The unit also works closely with apartment complex managers to assist in
self policing their properties and to support continual communication.
Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority(WATPA)
The Regional Auto Theft Task Force was created In 2008 through grant funding by WASPC. Its mission
is to pursue and prosecute prolific offenders related to auto theft through multi-agency cooperation.
The task force Includes a detective,from Kent,Auburn, Renton,and Bonney Lake;a supervisor from
Federal Way,and a prosecutor,paralegal,financial analyst,and a crime analyst.
Year Cases Investigated Vehicle Recoveries Arrests
2011 75 87 61
(Valued over$590,200)
2012 65 83 44
(Valued over$561,431)
2013 89 88 46
(Valued over$700,500)
Regional Intelligence Group (RIG)
Working from within our Special Investigations Unit,one detective Is assigned as the liaison to the
Regional Intelligence Group. RIG is a regional collaboration designed to make the best use of infor-
mation about criminal activity in the Puget Sound area.Together they draw information about local,
regional,and national crime trends,conduct analysis,and disseminate Information about crime that
affects our communities.
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Community Education Unit (CEU)
f° Crime prevention is a vital component of the Intel-
ligence Led Policing approach to law enforcement
and is a powerful tool in accomplishing the depart-
ment's mission.Community Education Coordina-
tors work closely with the Neighborhood Response
Team,focusing on crime prevention and quality of
life Issues.
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ods,the unit focuses on crime prevention,traffic
safety education,youth outreach,youth drug/alco-
hol prevention and other problem solving strategies
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working directly with Kent residents.The unit works
"' with neighborhood block watches (there are over
f ��i 130 within the city),businesses,and schools to solve
problems and enhance the effectiveness of the
police department.These community partnerships
Improve communication and Increase awareness;
resulting In a reduction of crime.
Some of the outreach programs facilitated by CEU
include graffiti cleanup events,block and business
watch meetings,and prescription drug take back
" uill 1;!II 4i11°°BpPilp program. Annual events for CEU Include National
Night Out(410 in the nation for 2013),the Game of
Life Youth Leadership Conference,and Safety Street
a �'d at Cornucopia Days.Through partnerships with the
Kent Drug Free Coalition and the Washington Traffic
Safety Commission,CEU focuses on DUI enforce-
r f� ment,alcohol compliance checks, school prevention
programs,and other environmental strategies that
drive community change.
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Valley Narcotics Enforcement Team (VNET)
VNET is a combination of seven local law enforcement jurisdictions including;Auburn, Federal Way,
Kent, Port of Seattle, Renton, Seattle and Tukwila-along with the Drug Enforcement Agency(DEA)on
the federal level. Theirfocus is primarily mid-to-upper level drug trafficking organizations.VNETalso
inc Iudes one DEA group supervisor,two DEA federa I agents,seven task force officers(detectives from
local jurisdictions),one Nationa I Guard officer,two support staff,and one King County prosecutor.
YEAR END STAT REPORT January ],2013- December 31,2013
Total Number of 2013 Cases Started: ............................45 Marijuana
Total Number of 2013 Cases Closed:.............................41 Marijuana(bulk).................3,209.0.....At.......$32,090.00
Meth&Club Drugs
Total number of cases closed this year:
Meihampheiamine..............3,625.9.....A......$290,072.00
tt of cases with arrests.................................................21 Methamphetamine crystal(ICE)....3,978.7.....At......$397,870.00
{,of cases without arrests..............................................20 Ephedrine....................................At
Search Warrants: Pseudoephedrine ............... 192.0.......At
tt of state search warrants served......................................10 MDMA(Ecstacy)................. 1.0.........DU.............$5.00
tt of federal search warrants served....................................36 Club drugs....................................DU
ttof cases w/N/A or Buy Bust status...................................17 Other drugs/unknown..........50.0........DU..........$500,00
(no search warrant needed) TOTAL DRUGS:
Arrests: tt of eradicated NU plants 586 Plants $586,000.00
VNETcase Arrests.....................................................62 TOTAL DRUGS&PLANTS: $2,783,626.00
DEA case Arrests.......................................................1
Seizures&Forfeitures:(May not reflect true assets)
Convictions: Cases(n)es'seizures....................................................8
Convicted/Plead......................................................11 Nu mber of items seized...............................................17
Declined...............................................................0 Value of seized assets.................State.................$201,568.85
Dismissed..............................................................0 Federal...............$540,172.00
Acquitted..............................................................0
Not Filed...............................................................0 Cases(n)es'forfeiture.................................................13
Drugs removed:(WSIN Values) Number of items forfeited.............................................19
Va I ue of forfetu re assets..............State.................$161,298.60
Type Federal................$59,487.95
Scheduled Drugs Street Value
Cocaine.......................... 13,587.5....AR....$1,087,000.00 Total paid to Washington State:
Crack............................332........GR........ $3,320.00 109L on actual seizures/forfeitures:...................................XX
Osycotin.........................649........DU.......$19,470.00 109L on seizures/forfeltu res kept byTF..........................$205.00
Oxycodone......................923.0.......DU.......$27,690.00
Diverted pharmaceuticals.......XX.........DU...............XX $16,129.86
Hallucinogens...................2,061.3.....GR......$103,065.00
Heroin...........................2,908.8.....At......$232,704.00
Calendar Year Total Cases Total Arrests Street Value of All Drugs Total Cash Value of Property
Service Handled Seized or Destroyed and Cash Seizures and Forfeitures
2011 51 68 $3,033,429 $2,354,260
2012 55 57 $2,659,030 $539,216
2013 41 63 $2,783,626 $962,190
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Recruitment
The department has taken several steps to pursue high quality police candidates to fill vacant
positions due to retirements,attrition and city growth. In July 2011,Officer Bobby Hollis was cho-
sen to lead the reviewofour hiring practices in order to attract well-qualified candidates,while also
maintaining a focus on enhancing agency diversity.Our partnership with various
community groups has been an ntegraI part of attracting more candidates.The agency continues to
hire both lateral experienced officers and entry-level officers to help maintain an agencythat iswell
balanced with experience levels.
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The Kent Police and Fire Chaplaincy Program has grown considerably since It began several years
ago. The program has been a huge success for both residents and city employees. Historically,a
full-time chaplain has facilitated the program,but In 2012 a part-time,volunteer chaplain was added
to meet additional needs.
The chaplains are available to respond 2417 to emergency scenes involving serious injury or death
of community member or city employee. Designed to bring short-term care and compassion to
everyone Involved,they responded to over 146 cal Is In 2013.
The chaplain services have proven to be a valuable resource,far exceeding original expectations. In
fact,chaplains instruct classes at the state basic academy so every new corrections officer in the state
Is trained on how to deal with critical Incident stress management. Nationally recognized for their
efforts, Kent's chaplains have been invited to speak at or facilitate state and national events.
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Support Services Division
I ( Records
np The Records Unit has two records supervisors and nine records specialists,
who provide the public with non-emergency information services,distribute
cfiDk'u Ir court orders, maintain case files,run criminal background checks for officers,
and maintain the police-reporting database.Walk in services Include case
copies,fingerprinting and concealed pistol licensing. Residents can also
report non-suspect crimes at kpdonlinereport.com.
l Evidence
The Evidence Unit consists of one supervisor and two custodians. In 2013,
staff processed 7,681 pieces into evidence and disposed of3,878 pieces of
evidence. Besides documentation,storage,and proper disposal,the supervi-
sor is responsible for crime scene response, processing items for fingerprints
and forwarding Items to the Washington State Crime Lab for examination.
7Yie Kent Police Departmentpartners with King Countys Automated Fingerprint identification System(AFIS)Program for
�t,7 enhanced forensic services.This regional program provides criminal identification technology for criminaljustice purposes
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Services include identi(ying'Wantedoffenders before they are released(romJail and recovering fingerprints from major crime
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scenes.7YieAF!SProgram aids In solving crimes throughout the county,and contributes to the saferyofboth cltcens and officers.
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Grants
The department received grant awards totaling$427,162 in 2013,
2013 Grant Funding 2013 Public Safety Programs Grant Support
Traffic5choolPrograms
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School Zone Safety
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$1,689,083-Washington Auto Theft Prevention Task Force
$225,275-Target Zero Traffic Safety Task Force
Training 2013
The Training Unit Includes one sergeant and a In Service Training Classes
ra nge master which provides training a nd 23 yJIM Hosted Outside Agency
maintains training records for more than 192 sworn
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and civilian e m ployees.The Tra ini ng Unit hosts II outside agency classes
several in-service training days per yea r. These Attended by Officers
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consist of state required training classes such as first N� IIIIIIINI{Firearms Course
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aid and dealing with the mentally ill. Also offered is Qualifications�j
specific training such as EVOC(Emergency Vehicle /G Y Regionalfream
Operations Course),PIT(Precision Immobilization %/�� Training Hours
Techniq ue),a nd rifle trai ni ng. Kent alsopa Hid pates
in regional training such as active shooter,SWAT, Training Stats
and civil disturbance.
Officers attended 15 in-service training classes from
The Kent training facilityalso hosts regional block training days.
training. Agencies from all around Washington and The training center facilitated over 900 firearms related
surrounding states come to attend classes taught qualifications.
by national training instructors. The courses range Regional/Teamtraining hours perteam member:
from interview and interrogation techniques to Special Weapons and Tactics(SWAT)-360
a variety of leadership courses. The facility also Civil Disturbance Unit(CDU)-30
houses a five lane indoor shooting range where all Hostage Negotiations Team (HNT)-60
sworn employees are required to pass a variety of
courses in both handgun and rifle ranges at level Numberof outside training classes hosted by Kent Police
10% higherthan state standards. Department-20
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Corrections Division
The Corrections Division Is responsible for the booking and housing ofaII misdemeanor arrests made
by the Kent and Maple Valley Police Departments. Felony arrests are held at the Kent Jail fora short time
until they are transferred to the King County Jail.
The division consists of commander,six sergeants,]7 officers and one civilian staff. There are also four
contract employees from Occupational Health Services that staff the medical clinic and two contract
employees from Consolidated Food Management that staff the full service kitchen. The current capacity
of the facility Is 130 beds.
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Many community members volunteer their time to meet with Inmates In an attempt to help them
with alcohol,drug,or other Issues that Impede their lives and cause them to return to jail. Hundreds
of hours of volunteer services are donated by local church members and volunteers from Alcoholics
Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous organizations.
2011 2012 2013
Average Daily Population 134.50 150.27 135.40
Average Length of Stay 9.96 11.27 10.2
Total Bookings 4946 4888 4866
Average Programs Population 30.33 35.43 38.5
%Over/Under Yearly Budget 2%Under 3.1% Under 4.3% Under
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Inmate Programs
The Corrections Division has a sergeant and two officers to supervise inmate programs. Alternatives to
Incarceration Include work release,supervised work crew,work crew and electronic home detention.
Work release Inmates work at their personal job In the community and return to the facility during non-
work hours. In 2014,the work release program will be offered to offenders with misdemeanor sentenc-
es from outside agency courts. Supervised work crew inmates are supervised by a correctional officer
and clean garbage from roadways,remove graffiti and cleanup homeless camps within the commu-
nity. Work crew inmates area ssigned to work at local non-profit organizations. Participating non-profits
include the Tahoma National Cemetery, Kent Police Department,Kent and Auburn Food Banks and the
Kent Senior Center. Inmates on electronic home detention are restricted to their homes except to work
and to attend treatment or school.
All inmates submit to a thorough screening process before being accepted to participate in any of the
alternatives to Incarceration.
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Community Outreach
The department has been Involved In a number of community outreach events,which allow
officers and staff to build relationships with the public,as well as mentor youth to keep them from
following the wrong path In life.
Police Explorers
The department sponsors Explorer Post 42298,which reaches out to youth to give them a positive
experience with law enforcement and provide them with opportunities to mature into young adults.
Teaching youth the value of giving back to their communities,employees as leaders and mentors
train and guide the group.The post also provides leadership opportunities and training,as there are
designated rank positions within the post.
The post participates In Explorer training events and provides a presence at community events
throughout the area. Explorers receive a positive experience,training,and exposure to law
enforcement. Some members eventually enter law enforcement careers.
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COPS with Cancer
Cops with Cancer provides support to the men and women of law enforcement who have been
diagnosed with cancer. In doing so,we help officers and their families deal with the emotional impact
of this Illness.
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Service Organization Involvement
For the past 20 years, Kent Police Department administrators have served the community through
various service clubs such as Rotary, Klwanls,and Lions clubs. Commanders and managers also
actively serve on local charity organization boards such as the Kent Food Bank, Pediatric Interim Care
Center and Kent Police Foundation.
Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS)
VIPS volunteer their time under the guidance of staff members.Their primary activities involve
disabled parking enforcement,graffiti removal,Hands of Friendship in-home visits,Citizen Patrol,and
fingerprinting services.They also assist with crowd or traffic control at public events such as Kent
Cornucopia Days and the Fourth of July Splash. They assist with clerical work in the station,
allowing patrol officers to handle calls for service. VIPS are trained to assist with vehicle lockouts,
stranded motorists,and a number of other non-emergency related calls for services.These dedicated
volunteers give thousands of hours of work to the Kent community every year and save the city tens
of thousands of dollars.
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Award Recipients
The department's awards committee receives nominations from employees throughout the year.
Following the award policy guidelines,nominations are considered and recommendations are
made to the Chief of Police for approval.
Lifesaving Medal
Office rJeff Kluzak
OfficerJason Nixon
OfficerJoel Misterek
Corrections OfficerVernon Henderson
Corrections OfficerJohn Morasco
Chief's Award of Exceptional Duty
Sergeant HeatherVance
Chief's Award for Devoted Service
Assistant Chief Randy Bourne(retired)
Assistant Chief Pat Lowery(retired)
Sergeant Mark Gustafson (retired)
Records Supervisor Shirley Gibbs (retired)
Evidence custodian Lillian Hernandez(retired)
Jacqueline Borde(retired)
Reglne Mann (retired)
Mallorie Swanson (retired)
Carol Weston (retired)
Chief's Award for Valor (given to non-employees)
James Kldo
Chief's Award of Citizen commendation (given tonon-employees)
Sonny Ahluwalla
Philip Petersen
Bart Mattson
Nikki Malcolm
Kristin Jordan
Chanel Mazique
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' b YYY .L.. � I il!ll nil r.'?:.ill•••• In Memoriam
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Mike began work with the Kent Police Department in
1983 when he was appointed as a board member of
the Drinking DriverTask Force (DDTF). He was hired
part time in 2001 as a program assisa nt for the DDTF.
In late 2005,Mike researched and developed our
Traffic School and was its coordinator until his un-
timely death. Mike also spent time working with the
King County Target Zero Task Force,was a member of
Drinking While Intoxicated (DWI) panels,and worked
with the Kent Regiona I Fire Authority on traffic safety.
d6 !q Mike''s death affected our police family and the Kent
community,where he had made many friends.
Community Events
Since 2011 ChiefThomas has held quarterly community meetings atvarious locations in the city. The
purpose ofthese meetings is to address crime concerns,introduce our staff and make ourselves avail-
able to community concerns about crime. These events offer an opportunity for meaningful discus-
sion with members of the community regarding their police department and the efforts being made
to combat crime in the community.
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"Public trust is paramount to effective policing. We take pride in the
partnerships we have built with the residents we serve. We always look
forward to meet with the community in theses settings in an effort for the
community to get to know us better, answer questions, and build on our
partnerships"
-Kent Police ChiefKen Thomas
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