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Public Safety Commission - Questions & Answers PENDING QUESTIONS: October 7, 2024 – Regular Meeting Item 4. Public Safety Quarterly Report, Austin Police Department, including an update on the license plate reader program. 1. Can APD help us get a better understanding of violent crime going down, violent crime clearance rates staying the same, and account for APD staffing as it relates to those stats? Pending 2. How many people were stopped that did not result in an arrest (false positive stops) via the License Plate Reader Program? Pending 3. What amount of data was shared to state or other agencies via the License Plate 4. Data on demographics of people with false positive arrests via the License Plate Reader Program? Pending Reader Program. Pending Item 5. Update on Wildfire Readiness by Austin Fire Department, including an update on the PANO AI system by Austin Energy. 1. Has AFD worked to provide the unhoused community with fire extinguishers? Several of Homeless Strategy Office’s (HSO) partner agencies provide meals to individuals experiencing homelessness, including Caritas of Austin and Sunrise Navigation Center. Additionally, multiple faith-based and community-based groups that are not HSO-affiliated provide food/meals to people experiencing homelessness. Lastly, our street outreach staff (and our street outreach partners) provide fire safety tips to people experiencing homelessness. 2. Has AFD considered and/or partnered with other organizations to provide prepared meals to the unhoused to prevent cooking fires? Homeless Strategy Office (HSO) has also partnered with Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) who have assisted with fire extinguisher distribution to people experiencing homelessness. Item 8. Update from the Training Academy Working Group on recent meetings with APD Training Academy Staff and next steps. 1. Request for Academy cadet class completion reports recommended by Audit Protocol Guidelines1 for cadet classes completed since final Kroll report on 148th Cadet Academy. See Exhibit A and B 1 https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=383863 Exhibit A APD Training Academy Audit 149th Cadet Class May 22, 2023 – December 30, 2023 Community Involvement Co-facilitated Coursework • 8 courses taught by or in cooperation with outside SME’s and/or community partners • Key topics: Sexual Harassment Recognition; U.S. & Texas Constitution and Rights; History of Policing and Race in Austin; Mindfulness & Resilience Techniques; Professional Policing; Non-Consensual Language; Traumatic Brain Injury; Crisis Intervention Training • Co-facilitators represented the University of Texas, Texas State University, Neill-Cochran House Museum, Austin Community College, the Centre for Neuro Skills, and Integral Care 149th Cadet Class Community Involvement Community Connect & Engagement – 36 hours completed Cadets received lectures, participated in group discussions and performed other community-focused activities. Austin Public Library Sobering Center Neill-Cochran House Magdalene House Out Youth Jail to Jobs Mothers Against Drunk Driving Downtown Austin Alliance SAFE Alliance ADL: Hate Crimes Education Seedling Foundation Language Access AISD Restorative Practices Austin Groups for the Elderly Central Texas VA Community Resource Fair 149th Cadet Class Culture of Adult Learning Staff began incorporating Adult Learning Theory concepts into curriculum in mid-2021 • 24 classes have been revised to include Adult Learning Theory concepts between mid-2021 and the conclusion of the 149th cadet class in December 2023 • Based on Bloom’s Taxonomy, concepts include: Remember, Understand, Apply, Analyze, Evaluate and Create 149th Cadet Class Culture of Adult Learning Professional Development for Training Academy Staff • Instructors are encouraged to seek out and attend training courses that will further improve Cadet Training and Advanced Officer Education • Examples of courses attended/scheduled to attend: • The RITE Way “Responsibility and Integrity Through Ethics; Managing the Training Function; IACP Women’s Leadership Institute; Finding the Leader in You; (TEEX) Advanced Instructor Development; FBI LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute; VirTra Advanced Trainer Certification Course; ABLE Train the Trainer Certification; Reality Based Training Instructor Course. 149th Cadet Class Transformative Change Belonging & Inclusion • All Cadets completed Groundwater Analysis training provided by Joyce James Consulting (JJC) • Field Training Officers (FTO’s) who train newly graduated cadets are required to take Groundwater Analysis training (75% of current FTO’s have completed training) • Future FTO’s must complete training prior to FTO school • In addition to Groundwater Analysis, FTO’s are required to complete a 2-day recertification training with courses including: Teaching Methods; Force Review; Red Dot Transition Pistol Course; updated Groundwater Analysis curriculum 149th Cadet Class Demographics Class Dates: May 22, 2023 – December 30, 2023 Training Academy Staff 149th Cadet Class *City of Austin Black or African American Hispanic or Latino American Indian or Alaska Native 2 or more races Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Male Female White Asian Other No info 85% 15% 14% 57% 14% 13% 2% - - - - 88% 12% 28% 40% 24% 8% - - - - - 149th Cadet Class 65% 35% 14% 48% 30% 3.4% 0.4% 1.5% 0.2% - 2.5% *City of Austin workforce EEO information current as of 10/14/2021 Transformative Change Integrating Communications, Assessment & Tactics (ICAT) • Approximately 11 hours of classroom training was conducted • 8 hours of Fair & Impartial Policing training provided during FTO period • ICAT training will also be provided to all current officers including FTO’s Active Bystander for Law Enforcement (ABLE) • ABLE classes scheduled for January, February, and March 2024 • 4 APD instructors have completed the ABLE Train the Trainer Certification thus far 149th Cadet Class Transformative Change Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) • Cadets received 37 hours of classroom instruction • Guest presenters included: • Integral Care • National Association on Mental Illness (NAMI) • Trauma Informed Care • Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) • Role-play exercises were co-graded by Integral Care staff 149th Cadet Class Transformative Change Trauma-Informed Training • Coursework and key topics included: Human trafficking, sexual assault & family violence, criminal investigations (robbery, sex crimes, homicide), victims of crime, nonconsensual language, victim services, Criminal Law Role Play • Core principles of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) taught: Realize, Recognize, Respond, Resist Re-traumatizing (4 R’s) • Training included tours of SAFE and Eloise House as part of Community Connect program • This was the first time Cadets had ever received tours of these shelters • Cadets received trauma informed training from SAFE advocates on site 149th Cadet Class Transformative Change Physical Fitness Training (PT) • 0 Cadets failed the initial PT test week one of the Academy • 5 Cadets were below the 18% graduation standard • 3 injuries related to PT • One Cadet experienced Rhabdomyolysis due to improper form • Two Cadets overexerted and strained muscles • All three Cadets returned to full duty and graduated • Performance improvements • 0 Cadets failed the final PT test at the end of the Academy 149th Cadet Class Transformative Change Cadet Support • Mentorship program • Program is currently under development • Ride-out program • All cadets completed two 10-hour ride-outs during Week 21 of training • Ride-outs were completed after Building Search before DWI-Intoxicated Driver training and basic role plays 149th Cadet Class Attrition Male 100% Black White Hispanic Asian Female 0% 44 44% 22% 22% 11% Cadet Separations • 9 separations total • 1 Cadet recycled to future Academy • Personal reasons stated include: • Commute/transportation issues • Money • Home Life • New job • Pressure • Not right fit 149th Cadet Class Reasons for Attrition Physical Fitness Academics/Performance Character/Integrity Issues Personal Reasons Recycled 0% 22% 22% 44% 11% Graduation rate - 25 of 34 Cadets graduated (73%) Male 88% Female 12% Black White Hispanic Asian Other 28% 40% 24% 8% 0% Results 149th Cadet Class Additional Changes Adjustments Implemented • Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) schedule amended to reflect recommended sequence for teaching provided by TCOLE • Performance Accountability (PA) program implemented • Performance tool meant to demonstrate how the actions of one person can impact the entire team, and to modify behavior (not punitive) • PA’s are administered for the following reasons: • Violations of officer safety • Violations related to law enforcement actions (not classroom or administrative issues) 149th Cadet Class Exhibit B APD Training Academy Audit 151st Cadet Class September 11, 2023 – April 19, 2024 Community Involvement Co-facilitated coursework community partners • 8 courses were taught by or in cooperation with outside SME’s and/or • Key topics: Sexual Harassment Recognition; U.S. & Texas Constitution and Rights; History of Policing and Race in Austin; Mindfulness & Resilience Techniques; Professional Policing; Non-Consensual Language; Traumatic Brain Injury; Crisis Intervention Training • Co-facilitators represented the University of Texas, Texas State University, the Neill-Cochran House Museum, Austin Community College, the Centre for Neuro Skills, and Integral Care 151st Cadet Class Community Involvement Community Connect & Engagement – 36 hours completed Cadets received lectures, participated in group discussions and performed other community-focused activities. Austin Public Library Sobering Center Neill-Cochran House Magdalene House Out Youth Jail to Jobs Mothers Against Drunk Driving Downtown Austin Alliance SAFE Alliance ADL: Hate Crimes Education Seedling Foundation Language Access AISD Restorative Practices Austin Groups for the Elderly Central Texas VA Community Resource Fair 151st Cadet Class Creation of Academy Operations Manual Academy Staff created the Academy Operations Manual in February 2024 during the 151st Cadet class, covering topics for: • Creating a Culture for Adult and Active Learning • Improving cadet curriculum through SME expertise • Improving co-facilitation of Academy Instruction • Providing a guideline for reporting Academy production to internal and external stakeholders 151st Cadet Class Culture of Adult Learning Staff began incorporating Adult Learning Theory concepts into curriculum in mid-2021 • All Cadet classes are currently under review for TCOLE compliance • 24 courses were previously revised to include Adult Learning Theory concepts between mid-2021 and the conclusion of the 151st Cadet Class • Curriculum and Instructor Development team begins observing cadet curriculum for improving Adult Learning beginning with 153rd cadet class in August 151st Cadet Class Culture of Adult Learning Professional development for Training Academy Staff • Instructors are encouraged to seek out and attend training courses that will further improve cadet training and advanced education • Examples of classes attended/to be attended 2024: • The RITE Way “Responsibility and Integrity Through Ethics; Managing the Training Function; IACP Women’s Leadership Institute; Finding the Leader in You; (TEEX) Advanced Instructor Development; FBI LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute; VirTra Advanced Trainer Certification Course; ABLE Train the Trainer Certification; Reality Based Training Instructor Course, Managing the FTO Unit. 151st Cadet Class Transformative Change • Pre-Academy established for the 153rd Cadet Class, which includes: Belonging & Inclusion • Groundwater Analysis • Mindfulness and Resilience • History of Race and Police • Community Engagement • Holocaust Museum • Jail to Jobs • Community First Village 151st Cadet Class Demographics Training Academy Staff 151st Cadet Class *City of Austin Black or African American Hispanic or Latino American Indian or Alaska Native 2 or more races Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Male Female White Asian Other No info 82% 18% 16% 72% 8% 4% - - - - - 151st Cadet Class 74% 26% 15% 21% 51% 13% - - - - - 65% 35% 14% 48% 30% 3.4% 0.4% 1.5% 0.2% - 2.5% *City of Austin workforce EEO information current as of 10/14/2021 Transformative Change Integrating Communications, Assessment & Tactics (ICAT) • Approximately 11 hours of classroom training was conducted • 8 hours of Fair & Impartial Policing training provided during FTO period • ICAT training will also be provided to all current officers including FTO’s Active Bystander for Law Enforcement (ABLE) • ABLE classes scheduled for January, February, and March 2024 • 4 APD instructors have completed the ABLE Train the Trainer Certification thus far 151st Cadet Class Transformative Change Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) • Cadets received 37 hours of classroom instruction • Guest presenters included: • Integral Care • National Association on Mental Illness (NAMI) • Trauma Informed Care • Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) • Role-play exercises were co-evaluated by Integral Care staff 151st Cadet Class Transformative Change Trauma-Informed Training • Coursework and key topics included: Human trafficking, sexual assault & family violence, criminal investigations (robbery, sex crimes, homicide), victims of crime, nonconsensual language, victim services, Criminal Law Role Play • Core principles of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) taught: Realize, Recognize, Respond, Resist Re-traumatizing (4 R’s) • Training included tours of SAFE and Eloise House as part of Community Connect program • This was the first time cadets had ever received tours of these shelters • Cadets received trauma informed training from SAFE advocates on site 151st Cadet Class Transformative Change Physical Fitness Training (PT) • 4 Cadets failed the initial PT test in the first week of the Academy • 10 Cadets were below the 18% graduation standard • 0 Injuries related to PT • One Cadet injured his right elbow during a physical combat simulation in DT • One Cadet had knee pain after DT Arrest and Control • One Cadet had injury to his left calf muscle after Taser Drills • All three were submitted for recycling into a future Academy Class • Performance Improvements • 0 Cadets failed the final PT test at the end of the Academy 151st Cadet Class Transformative Change • This program is currently under development Cadet Support • Mentorship program • Ride-out program training • All Cadets completed two 10-hour ride-outs during Week 22 & 23 of • Ride-outs were completed after Building Search & CIT Training; before and after DWI-intoxicated driver training and before Intermediate Role Plays 151st Cadet Class Attrition • Cadet Separations • 10 separations • 4 Cadets recycled to future Academy • 3 for injuries • 1 for pregnancy Male 60% Black White Hispanic Asian Female 40% 44 10% 30% 60% 0% • Personal reasons include: Reasons for Attrition • Mental health issues (military related) Physical Fitness Academics/Performance Character/Integrity Issues Personal Reasons Recycled 0% 40% 10% 10% 40% 151st Cadet Class Graduation rate - 29 of 39 Cadets graduated (74%) Male 74% Female 26% Black White Hispanic Asian Other 15% 21% 51% 13% 0% Results 151st Cadet Class Additional Changes Adjustments Implemented • Basic Peace Officer Course schedule amended to reflect recommended sequence for teaching provided by TCOLE • Performance Accountability (PA) program implemented • Performance tool meant to demonstrate how the actions of one person can impact the entire team, and to modify behavior (not punitive) • PA’s are administered for the following reasons: • Violations of officer safety • Violations related to law enforcement actions (not classroom or administrative issues) 151st Cadet Class