City of North Chicago Public Safety Committee met Sept. 18.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
Alderman Jackson called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Jackson, Evans, Allen, Smith
Absent: Coleman, Murphy, January
I. DISCUSSION OF FIRE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT:
Fire Chief, John Umek provided the overview of the August Fire Department Monthly Report.
There was a total of (9) fires.
Alderman Evans focused question on the majority of opioid crisis with specific areas; there was a group soliciting; Chief Umek stated at 10th and Prescott; receiving calls throughout the city and unaware who was using.
Chief Umek continued; there were (9) emergency aid incidents locally; public outreach hosted first responders Internationally from Switzerland comparing similarities and differences between the fire departments; acknowledged officer Chris Buehler as translator.
The mayor questioned clarification of their sizes; Attorney Simon explained.
Training in process; continuing education; increased successful efficiency rate from 84% to 90%.
Alderman Smith questioned clarification of any fire department candidates; Chief Umek indicated
1.had interviewed and awaiting (4) others.
II. DISCUSSON OF POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT:
Police Chief, Lazaro Perez provided the overview of the Police Department Monthly Report. Received (11) calls for naval housing; hired (6) new officers; received $9,500 from Lake County and hired (1) officer; conducting prayer for the officers October 2, 2023 in the police parking lot; he was informed that a family household was trying to call 911 and unsuccessful of resolving the issue; he suggested routing the calls; a 3-year ShotSpotter agreement was forthcoming at $39,000 annually.
Reported (8) shots fired resulting in reduction.
Alderman Smith questioned statistics; Chief Perez indicated 5-10%; status of camera on 14th & Green Bay Rd. Chief Perez spoke to IDOT and will place another on Green Bay Rd & Rt. 137.
Chief Perez explained had a series of meetings on zoom with the States Attorney Office.
The Mexican Independence Parade, largest at Foss Park, estimated 5000 with no law enforcement incidents; he suggested a combined effort with Community Days attracting more people.
Alderman Allen acknowledged Chief Perez.
Continuing: the substation would discourage the opioid users and be impactful.
Alderman Jackson questioned status with the kennel; Chief Perez there were no complaints and he stated had taken (3) canines.
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Evans that Public Safety Committee Meeting stand adjourned.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Jackson, Evans, Allen, Smith
Nays: None
Absent: Coleman, Murphy, January
The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
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