1. 2. REGULAR CALLED MEETING OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION Monday, April 7, 2025, 4:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, #1101 301 West 2nd Street Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Public Safety Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Christi Vitela, 512- 974-2792, christi.vitela@austintexas.gov. Pierre Nguyễn Kristy Orr Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Rebecca Bernhardt Enrique Duran II David Holmes AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on March 3, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police Department. 3. 4. 5. 2026 Bond Development Update. Presentation by Eric Bailey, Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services, Marcus Hammer, Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services, Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police Department, Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department, and Rob Vires, Chief of Staff, Austin Fire Department. Biannual Wildfire Readiness Update, Austin Fire Department. Presentation on the SIMLAB trailer, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Christi Vitela at the Office of the City Clerk Department, at 512-974-2792 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Public Safety Commission, please contact Christi Vitela at (512-974- 2792 or christi.vitela@austintexas.gov).
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, March 3, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 3, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Enrique Duran II Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Pierre Nguyễn Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ryan Saunders – Dog noise and vehicles blocking the driveway Carlos León – APL/APD Issues Rubén Rivera-Clemente Sr. – General Police Issues APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION ITEMS Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on February 3, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on February 3, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Duran’s second on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Bernhardt, Holmes, and Orr were absent. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. The presentation was made by Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. 1 1. 2. Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, March 3, 2025 Discussion of opioid use and mitigation efforts by Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. The presentation was made by Stephen White, Assistant Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department and Angela Carr, Division Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. Discussion of Office of Police Oversight's implementation of the Austin Police Oversight Act (APOA) and update on vacancies and hiring. The presentation was made by Gail McCant, Director, Office of Police Oversight, Sara Peralta, Public Information and Marketing Manager, Office of Police Oversight, and Mia Demers, Public Safety Compliance Program Manager, Office of Police Oversight. Discussion of Austin Police Training Academy’s chain of command and progress of data- informed analytics as they relate to Kroll Report recommendations. The presentation was made by Gizette Gaslin, Assistant Chief, Austin Police Department, Robert McGrath, Program Manager III, Austin Police Department and Dr. Madison Doyle. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. Approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget. The motion to approve a Recommendation to Council regarding the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Budget was approved on Vice Chair Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Nguyễn’s second, on a 6-0 vote. Commissioner Bernhardt, Holmes and Orr were absent. FUTURE …
Austin Police Department 2026 Bond Development Guiding Principles Public Safety Commission April 7, 2025 Outline APD Bond Progress 2026 Bond Program Development Schedule Guiding Principles Technical Criteria 2 2 APD Bond Progress 2006 General Obligation Bond •Awarded $8,394,000 •Mounted Patrol for Office Remodel/Barn Improvement •$59,409 remaining (obligated to deferred maintenance project) 2018 General Obligation Bond •No award received General Obligation Bond (Proposition 16) •Awarded $11,495,000 •Northwest Police Substation (land & design work) •Mounted Patrol facility & improvements •$1,261,455 remaining (obligated to drainage project at Mounted Patrol facility) 2016 3 2026 Bond Program Development Schedule We are here 4 Guiding Principles Citywide Strategic Plan Anchors APD 5-Year Strategic Plan Equity Affordability Innovation Sustainability & Resiliency Proactive Prevention Community Trust & Relationships 5 Equity Technical Criteria- 20% Technical Criteria Project will enhance community engagement and increase opportunities for participation in safety activities at the neighborhood level. Project will improve the ability of the department to provide equitable services. Project promotes transparency through stakeholder engagement and the accessibility of information. Project has assessed potential environmental and climate impacts and provides assurances of no to little negative impact. Maximum Points 5 5 5 5 6 Affordability Technical Criteria- 15% Technical Criteria Maximum Points Project will increase opportunities for adult learning and workforce collaboration. Project optimizes internal processes and protocols. Project includes a cost benefit analysis that demonstrates fiscal responsibility. Project design considers and reduces public safety department (joint use) burdens (financial, resource allocations, time, calls for service, etc). 4 3 3 5 7 Innovation Technical Criteria- 15% Technical Criteria Maximum Points Project will better position APD to implement place-based initiatives that through data collection inform decision making. Project provides creative and meaningful uses of space that will promote learning and assist with workforce retention. Project will incorporate stakeholder feedback through various methodology. 5 5 5 8 Sustainability & Resiliency Technical Criteria- 15% Technical Criteria Maximum Points Project has assessed potential environmental and climate impacts and has incorporated energy efficient strategies. Project maximizes the use of department resources and assets. Project will enhance safety through building and property design elements. 5 5 5 9 Proactive Prevention Technical Criteria- 15% Technical Criteria Maximum Points Project will create new learning spaces and options for safety personnel. Project location will enhance community participation in proactive crime prevention. The location will also allow for a higher level of undedicated sworn on duty time. Project will allow for increased collaboration …
Capital Delivery Services Public Improvement Bond Program Integrated Bond Program Development and Delivery Plan “Effectively and Efficiently Deliver Quality Projects with the Concept of Speed” 1 AGENDA • CDS Overview • What is a General Obligation Bond Program? • Improved Bond Development Process • Staff Work Completed to Date • Guiding Principles, Technical Criteria, & Scoring Matrices • Progress to Date & Upcoming Milestones “Effectively and Efficiently Deliver Quality Projects with the Concept of Speed” 2 CDS Overview Staff Work Complete to Date CDS was created in 2023 with a goal of reducing project delivery time Who we are • Engineers • Architects • Project managers • Community Engagement Our partners • Consultants • Contracting teams • City asset owners • Community members What we do One City – One Team – One Approach to effectively and efficiently deliver quality public projects. Directly manage over 500 active projects representing an investment of $7 Billion. Additionally, we support delivery of: • $5 Billion Project Connect • $5 Billion Airport Expansion • $2 Billion Convention Center Expansion What is a General Obligation Bond Program? Typical Bond Projects: • Flood and Erosion Control Improvements • New or Replacement City Facilities • Rehabilitation of Existing Facilities • Housing Infrastructure/Housing Projects • Street and Thoroughfare Improvements o Sidewalks o Traffic Signals • Park and Recreation Facilities • Emergency Response (Fire/EMS/Police) • Land Purchase 4 What is a General Obligation Bond Program? Types of work NOT included: • Routine operations and maintenance activities o Potholes o Minor street repair o Landscaping maintenance o General building maintenance Improvements for short term leased space • • Code enforcement initiatives • Employee salaries (including police & fire) • AE/AW Capital Projects typically funded by using debt are funded via AE and AW revenue bonds, not General Obligation debt and thus are not for the 2026 GO Bond Program City of Austin | Capital Delivery Services Department | One City, One Team, One Approach to Capital Delivery 5 Improved Bond Delivery Process for 2026 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 Council calls for Bond Election (Aug) Bond Election (Nov) BEATF Meetings, Council, and Public Engagement HOW WE’VE DONE BONDS IN THE PAST: Project Proposals RFP’s/RFQ’s Project Planning to develop scope, schedule, budget Design Construction WHAT WE’RE DOING NOW: Needs Assessment and Project Evaluation Project Planning to develop scope, schedule, budget RFP’s/RFQ’s Design Construction 6 Staff Work Completed …
Austin - Travis County Emergency Medical Services Public Safety Commission Meeting As s is ta n t C h ie f Heather Phillips Immersive Simulation Training (Sim - lab) s im u la tio n tra n s fo rm s th e Im m e rs ive c la s s ro o m , a n d e ve n m o b ile u n its , in to fu lly im m e rs ive s p a c e s th a t p ro vid e a re a lis tic a n d s a fe tra in in g e n viro n m e n t fo r o u r p ro vid e rs with th e g o a l to im p ro ve p a tie n t o u tc o m e s in n o va tio n , e d u c a tio n a n d te c h n o lo g y. Sensory Feedback th ro u g h • Vis u a l • Ta c tile • Au d ito ry • Olfa c to ry Simulation Lab Uses Initial Education Programs • EMT a n d EC A c o u rs e s fo r n e w h ire a n d Exp lo re rs ( yo u th p ro g ra m ) • In te rn a l Pa ra m e d ic Sc h o o l New Hire Academy • In itia l Tra in in g Critical Care Paramedics (PL6) • Pre lim in a ry tra in in g a n d a n n u a l c o m p e te n c y ve rific a tio n fo r a d va n c e d p ra c tic e p a ra m e d ic s Maintenance of credentials • An n u a l e va lu a tio n o f a ll c e rtific a tio n le ve ls to e n s u re c o m p e te n c ie s Continuing Education (CE) • In c o rp o ra te p e rfo rm a n c e im p ro ve m e n …
Austin Police Department APD Quarterly Update Public Safety Commission April 7, 2025 APD Quarterly Presentation • • Section 1: Projects & Initiatives Section 2: Community Engagement • • Section 3: Response Times & Call Volumes Section 4: Staffing 2 2 Downtown (George) Sector Updates O R I G I N A L 6 T H S T R E E T <0.1% Service Area Landmass NS = 7th/5th; EW = Congress/I35 Traffic Plan to Open 6th Street Enhanced Service and Visibility Preliminary Findings 3 3 6th Street Traffic Plan Thursday-Sunday (staggered implementation) West Bound Traffic Only No North/South Traffic Widened “Sidewalks” Devices to Keep Pedestrians Out of Roadway Devices to Keep Vehicles Out of Pedestrian Areas Increased Traffic Enforcement * Reporting Period Sep 1 to Feb 28 4 4 6th Street Enhanced Service & Visibility Downtown Austin Rapid Response Team (DARRT) Enhanced Officer Training Improved Lighting Alleyway Sweeps Improved community and Business Engagement Increased Focus on Visibility & Hot Spot Policing 5 5 6th Street Preliminary Findings Arrests Use of Force Officer Injuries 40% 32% 57% Data covers 6th Street Entertainment District for January –February, comparing 2024 and 2025 Source: APD Use of Force and Arrest Data 6 6 Downtown Mental Health Pilot Program Pilot Project Goals Mental Health Calls •Increase safety for patients experiencing mental health emergencies in Austin by bringing a multidisciplinary team to the scene. •Increase collaboration between ATCEMS, APD, and Integral Care and leaning on the strengths and unique skillsets that each brings to the table. •ATCEMS and APD will work together as a team for all calls •Integral Care will go to calls as their staffing allows Current Phase •Developing protocols now •Joint training •Downtown service area only for time being (possible expansion in future) Tracking Metrics •Use of force •Transports to ED vs jail vs alternate destinations •Other metrics called for in the city mental health resolution 7 7 Workload Analysis City contract with Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC Conducting a targeted operational review and workload analysis of several of APD’s core functions, including patrol – Identification of efficiencies for personnel (sworn and non-sworn) 8 8 Community Engagement Highlights FY2025 Q2 9 9 9,000 8,000 7,000 6,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000 0 P0 & P1 Calls (24/25) 5-Year Mean Combined P0 & P1 Call Volume Sept 1, 2024 to Feb 28, 2025 vs. 5 -Year Mean (Sept 1 to Feb 28) …
Austin Police Department APD Quarterly Update Data and Backup Materials Public Safety Commission April 7, 2025 APD Quarterly Presentation • • Section 1: Crimes Against Persons Section 2: Crimes Against Property/Society • • Section 3: Clearance Rates Section 4: Response Times & Call Volumes 2 2 Crimes Against Persons by Offense Type Sept to Feb, 2024 vs. Sept to Feb, 2025 vs. 5-year Mean* Offense Type 5-Year Mean Sept to Feb Sept '23 to Feb '24 Sept '24 to Feb '25 1-Year Change Difference from 5-Year Mean Assault Offenses (13A, 13B, 13C) ~ Aggravated Assault (13A) 8,976 1,554 ~ Simple Assault, Intimidation (13B, 13C) 7,422 Homicide Offenses (09A, 09B) Kidnapping/Abduction (100) Sex Offenses (11A, 11B, 11C, 11D, 36A, 36B) Other Crimes Against Persons (64A, 64B) 34 93 459 4 8,422 1,472 6,950 40 117 418 2 8,232 1,349 6,883 35 129 458 4 Total Crimes Against Persons 9,567 9,623 8,858 -2% -8% -1% -13% 10% 10% 100% -8% -8% -13% -7% 3% 39% 0% 0% -7% * Period reported Sep 1 to Feb 28 3 Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 3 Crimes Against Persons by APD Sector Sept to Feb, 2024 vs. Sept to Feb, 2025 APD Sector Sept '23 to Feb '24 Sept '24 to Feb '25 Percent Change Adam Baker Charlie David Edward Frank George Henry Ida Other Total 919 719 1,040 893 1,586 1,162 624 1,081 883 53 8,960 872 715 1,089 904 1,472 1,210 722 999 792 50 8,825 -5% -1% 5% 1% -7% 4% 16% -8% -10% -6% -2% * Period reported Sep 1 to Feb 28 4 Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 4 Crimes Against Persons by City Council District Sept to Feb, 2024 vs. Sept to Feb, 2025 City Council District Sept ‘23 to Feb '24 Sept ‘24 to Feb '25 Percent Change 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Total 1,138 999 1,499 1,672 549 386 778 269 1,250 391 8,931 1,140 1,026 1,453 1,455 588 385 717 294 1,335 383 8,776 0% 3% -3% -13% 7% 0% -8% 9% 7% -2% -2% * Period reported Sep 1 to Feb 28 5 Source: NIBRS GROUP A OFFENSE CRIMES 5 Crimes Against Property/Society by Offense Type Sept to Feb, 2024 vs. Sept to Feb, 2025 vs. 5-year Mean* Sept '23 to Feb '24 Sept '24 to Feb '25 1-Year Change Offense Type Robbery (120) Arson (200) Burglary/Breaking & …
AUSTIN FIRE Bond Prog ram O verview April 2025 Chief of Sta f f Rob Vires 1 Guiding Principles • Equity • Affordability • Innovation • Sustainability & Resiliency • Proactive Prevention • Community Trust & Relationships 2 Equity Principle Definition: Bond programs and projects improve quality of life outcomes for all residents, eliminate racial disparities, and mitigate unintended consequences in plans and implementation. Application to Austin Fire Department: Ensuring residents within Austin Fire Department’s Service Area receive equitable response, accounting for existing inequities in social vulnerability or risks and ensuring all facilities and resources meet health and safety standards for the firefighters who work from these facilities 24/7 and visitors to these public facilities. Maximum Points Allotted: 20 Low SVI High SVI Social Vulnerability Index 3 Equity Rubric Maximum Points Allotted: 20 Application to AFD Facility Improvements Application to New Stations Ensuring all existing facilities and resources meet health and safety standards for the firefighters who work from these facilities 24/7 and visitors to these public facilities. Ensuring residents within Austin Fire Department’s Service Area receive equitable response, accounting for existing inequities in social vulnerability or risks. 20 pts Facility will have full array of improvements, closing critical gaps in conditions 10 pts Facility will have some health or safety improvements, but with limited impact 0 pts Facility will meet the same health and safety standards, with no improvements 20 pts Provides new service capability for an area with high Social Vulnerability 10 pts Provides new service capability to an area with low Social Vulnerability 0 pts Does not improve service capability 4 Affordability Principle Definition: Programs and projects that improve the quality of life for community members while minimizing financial burdens. Application to Austin Fire Department: Utilizing existing land or space already made available to the City of Austin to construct a new fire station or revitalizing existing facilities and resources to maximize cost efficiency and extend lifespan. Maximum Points Allotted: 10 5 Affordability Rubric Maximum Points Allotted: 10 Application to AFD Facility Improvements Application to New Stations Revitalizing existing facilities to maximize cost efficiency and extend lifespan. Utilizing land or space already available to the City of Austin to construct a fire station. 10 pts Revitalizes facility to extend lifespan and avoids new build 5 pts Revitalizes existing facility with to extend lifespan 0 pts Requires new facility or resources 10 pts City-owned or leased space could …
Austin Travis County EMS Bond Development 2026 Scoring Matrix for Bond Development Projects and Asset Deployment Assistant Chief Stephen White Project Scoring Matrix Equity/Inclusive Facility design (20p) Accessible, Welcoming, Inclusive Compliance with ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010 Standards or newer) Design features that benefit people of all ages and abilities (e.g., lever door handles, adjustable-height workstations) Accessible, Welcoming, Inclusive Entrances and exits easily accessible to all, including those with mobility aids Accessible, Welcoming, Inclusive Gender-neutral restrooms / Locker rooms/ shower facilities available Accessible, Welcoming, Inclusive Consideration of sensory sensitivities (lighting, acoustics) Accessible, Welcoming, Inclusive Supports a mother-friendly workplace with intentional design compliant with Departmental & City policy related to MWF and Federal Law Accessible, Welcoming, Inclusive Welcoming and inclusive design elements that reflect the diversity of the community Equity/Inclusive Facility design (20p) Programs and projects improve quality of life outcomes for all residents, eliminate racial disparities, and mitigate Equity unintended consequences in plans and implementation. Data-driven Data-driven Data-driven Data-driven Data-driven Data-driven Data-driven Data-driven Utilization of demographic data Equity assessment Community Health needs assessment Frequency of resource reallocation Predictive Analysis Impact on Unit Hour Utilization Space allocation based on projected usage patterns and future growth to include estimated population growth rate Post-occupancy evaluation to assess the effectiveness of design choices and inform future projects Universal design Principles, Address ADA & Diverse Cultures Incorporation of cultural elements and considerations into the design aesthetic Project Scoring Matrix Innovation (20p) Maximize Cost Efficiency Life-cycle cost analysis to evaluate long-term costs of materials and systems Maximize Cost Efficiency Efficient space planning to minimize unused or underutilized areas to enhance logistical support Energy Saving Technologies, Durable & Resilient Buildings High-performance building envelope with optimal insulation and air sealing Energy Saving Technologies, Durable & Resilient Buildings Energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems 0 Energy Saving Technologies, Durable & Resilient Buildings Use of renewable energy sources (solar panels, geothermal) where feasible Energy Saving Technologies, Durable & Resilient Buildings Selection of durable, low-maintenance materials and finishes Leverage Existing staff & Properties Repurposing or renovating existing buildings, land or spaces where feasible Innovation (10p) Innovative bond projects work to deeply understand the challenges and needs of users and create new evidence- based solutions to solve them. Innovative design & the Latest Technologies: (One Austin) Innovative design & the Latest Technologies: (One Austin) Incorporation of cutting-edge design concepts and technologies Integration of smart building technologies for energy management, security, and occupant …
A U STI N FI RE DEP AR TMENT Wildfire Readiness Update Carrie Stewart – Division Chief BE IT RESOLVED... "Provide a progress report every six months to the Public Safety Commission for the following important components of a comprehensive WUI risk reduction plan." Council Resolution NO. 20160512-016 The information presented in this update are maintained in real-time through dynamic data 1 Wildfire Readiness Update 1. The number of local CWPP’s completed and implemented. 2. The number of local CWPP's started but not completed. 3. The percentage of high-risk WUI areas in which identification of potential local CWPP planning areas is ongoing. 4. The number of public presentations and home assessments provided. 5. The number, size, type and location of fuel mitigation activities conducted. 6. The number of training hours received and conducted. 2 1) The number of local CWPP's completed and implemented is 24. Local level CWPP’s are community led initiatives that AFD facilitates and supports. The Division has a new FAC team heavily engaged in community outreach and Structure Ignition Zone Assessments. AU STI N CW PP ’s 3 2) The number of local CWPP's started but not completed is 22. Local level CWPP’s are community led initiatives that AFD facilitates and supports. Three of these communities have re-engaged with AFD in the last six months. Acti ve & Engaged Sentence or subheading goes Here on the page in the header box. 4 3) The percentage of high-risk WUI areas in which identification of potential local CWPP planning areas is still ongoing is 49%. Of the 14% of Austin classified as high risk, 51% is covered by a local level CWPP, 49% are identified as opportunity zones. H igh R is k A reas 5 4) The number of public presentations and home assessments provided in the past 6 months. 46 Presentations and events, including HSEM preparedness pop-ups, and 197 home assessments provided. O utreac h Acti vitie s 6 5) The number, size, type and location of fuel mitigation activities conducted in the past 6 months. 23 Prescribed fires completed at over 2,000 acres, by assisting partner agencies. F u e l s M i t i g a t i o n 7 6) The number of training hours received and conducted in the past six months. 40 Training hours received, and 5806 training hours conducted in the past six months, including Engine Operator and Prescribed …
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Mayor and City Council THROUGH: Eddie Garcia, Assistant City Manager FROM: Chief Lisa Davis, Austin Police Department DATE: February 25, 2025 SUBJECT: BerryDunn Targeted Operational Review and Summary Report The purpose of this memorandum is to share the completed City of Austin-Austin Police Department Targeted Operational Review and Summary Report and to provide information about next steps following the Austin Police Department’s (APD) review of the enclosed findings and recommendations. The City of Austin contracted with Berry, Dunn, McNeil, & Parker, LLC (BerryDunn) in February 2024 to conduct a comprehensive assessment of functions of APD. This review included four areas of focus: • • • • Patrol Schedule Review of the Resource Intensive Service Calls (RISC) Model Business Process Mapping Field Technology and Data Integration Review Essential Call for Service (CFS) Evaluation APD has reviewed BerryDunn’s findings and is working to identify ways to incorporate recommended actions into operational plans. APD is also contracting with BerryDunn to complete a Work Analysis, through a separate scope of work, that will identify more efficient ways to utilize sworn and non-sworn personnel resources throughout the organization. Should you have any questions about the enclosed report or the progress of this work, please contact Chief of Staff Robin Henderson at 512-974-5030 or via email at Robin.Henderson@austintexas.gov. cc: T.C. Broadnax, City Manager Myrna Rios, City Clerk Corrie Stokes, City Auditor Judge Sherry Statman, Presiding Judge Mary Jane Grubb, Municipal Court Clerk CMO Executive Team Page 1 of 1 City of Austin – Austin Police Department Targeted Operational Review and Summary Report BerryDunn 2211 Congress Street Portland, ME 04102-1955 207.541.2200 Doug Rowe, Principal drowe@berrydunn.com Michele Weinzetl, Project Manager mweinzetl@berrydunn.com Submitted On: December 27, 2024 Table of Contents Section Page Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................... i List of Tables ............................................................................................................................. iv List of Figures ............................................................................................................................ vi Executive Summary ................................................................................................................... 1 1.0 Project Overview .................................................................................................................. 4 1.1 Project Scope .............................................................................................................. 4 1.2 Relevant Background ................................................................................................... 5 1.3 Project Introduction and Summary ............................................................................... 5 1.4 Changing Conditions .................................................................................................... 7 1.5 Principal Findings and Recommendations ................................................................... 7 Critical/Priority ........................................................................................................................ 7 High/Primary ........................................................................................................................... 8 Medium/Non-Urgent ..............................................................................................................11 Section 1 Recommendations .................................................................................................12 2.0 Business Processes .......................................................................................................14 2.1 Initial CFS Intake ........................................................................................................14 2.1.1 Communication Center Functions............................................................................15 2.2 Patrol Response and Preliminary Investigation ...........................................................16 2.3 Case Routing - Investigations .....................................................................................22 2.4 Case Routing – Prosecution .......................................................................................23 2.5 Open Records Unit/Public Information Request Unit (PIR) ..........................................24 …
Public Safety Commission - Questions & Answers January 6, 2025 – Regular Meeting Item 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police Department. Request for data on how the APD Cadet graduation rates compare to averages of similar cities. Received. April 7, 2025 – Regular Meeting Item 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police Department. Vice Chair Ruttan asked if APD is not making arrests, is that because criminal activity is not happening or does the data show later that they are just not able to arrest in that moment. Pending. Commissioner Smith asked for APD demographic data of individuals who are sent to the Sobering Center versus those who are cited and released, versus those going to jail during the next quarterly report. Pending. Item 4. Biannual Wildfire Readiness Update, Austin Fire Department. Commissioner Nguyễn asked that the Wildfire Newsletter be distributed to the Public Safety Commission. Newsletter below. Public Safety Commission - Questions & Answers
Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, April 7, 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Monday, April 7, 2025 The Public Safety Commission convened in a regular called meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions Room, 301 W 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Ramírez called the Public Safety Commission Meeting to order at 4:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Nelly Paulina Ramírez, Chair Timothy Ruttan, Vice Chair Enrique Duran II Kristy Orr Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: David Holmes Pierre Nguyễn Michael Sierra-Arévalo Yasmine Smith PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on March 3, 2025. The motion to approve the minutes of the Public Safety Commission regular meeting on March 3, 2025, was approved on Commissioner Ruttan’s motion, Commissioner Orr’s second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Smith was off the dais. Commissioner Bernhardt was absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police Department. The presentation was made by Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police Department. Vice Chair Ruttan asked if APD is not making arrests, is that because criminal activity is not happening or does the data show later that they are just not able to arrest in that moment. 1 Public Safety Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, April 7, 2025 Commissioner Smith asked for APD demographic data of individuals who are sent to the Sobering Center versus those who are cited and released, versus those going to jail during the next quarterly report. 3. 2026 Bond Development Update. Presentation by Eric Bailey, Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services, Marcus Hammer, Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services, Robin Henderson, Chief of Staff, Austin Police Department, Wesley Hopkins, Chief of Staff, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department, and Rob Vires, Chief of Staff, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Eric Bailey, Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services; Marcus Hammer, Assistant Director, Capital Delivery Services; Jeff Greenwalt, Assistant Chief, Austin Police Department; Stephen White, Assistant Chief, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department; and Thayer Smith, Assistant Chief, Austin Fire Department. 4. Biannual Wildfire Readiness Update, Austin Fire Department. The presentation was made by Carrie Stewart, Division Chief, Austin Fire Department. Commissioner Nguyễn asked that the Wildfire Newsletter be distributed to the Public Safety Commission. 5. Presentation on the SIMLAB trailer, Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department. The presentation was made by Heather Phillips, …
