I. Call to Order: President Linane called the February 16, 2006 meeting to order at 12:16 p.m.
II. Pledge of Allegiance: President Linane led the Association in the Pledge of Allegiance.
President Linane stated that there are three members we accepted applications and fees from, but they have never been officially approved for membership: Dave Kintz, St. Charles Commander; Dave Smith, Elgin Community College CJ Program Director; and Cliff Bartelt, Illinois Police Association, Retired APD officer. Chief Pena made a motion to approve all applicants for approval for membership to the KCCPA as presented. Commander Thrun seconded the motion. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
III. Introduction of Guests: Chief Schmidt introduced John Morrison and Paul Bock from the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Lieutenant Dave Hoffman was introduced to the Association. All were welcomed.
IV. Approval of Minutes: President Linane presented the Kane County Chief’s of Police Association meeting minutes of December 15, 2005 and January 19, 2006 for approval. Sheriff Ramsey made the motion to approve. Chief Pena seconded the motion. No discussion held. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
V. President's Report: President Linane thanked the Association for their support at the Installation Dinner. He stated that an Executive Meeting was held on specific issues that will be presented throughout the meeting.
VI. Vice President's Report: President Linane informed the Association that one of the issues during the Executive Board meeting was the discussion of duties. Vice President Chief Callahan will be reporting on special projects throughout the coming year.
VII. Secretary's Report: Secretary Frega informed the Association that application for the 2006 membership to the KCCPA has been sent out via e-mail only. Hard copies have not been distributed. If you did not receive via e-mail, please contact him or see him after the meeting to provide your e-mail address. He stated that hard copies of the membership applications are available after the meeting.
Secretary Frega reported on the status of the increase of dues. Due to varying opinions on the topic, the Executive Board agreed to create a survey seeking the Association’s thoughts to determine if there is a need for an increase in dues. Current dues ($20.00) will remain in effect and if the survey results indicate an increase is appropriate, it would not go into effect until January 2007. The survey will be sent via e-mail.
VIII. Treasurer's Report: Treasurer Ed Dennis summarized:
Treasurer Dennis reported that he is working with Tom Fetzer to acquire the excel spreadsheets for this year and should have this week. There are no hard copies of the financial reports and expenses paid out, but the funds are as follow:
- Checkbook balance: $19,614.79
- Harley Raffle Fund: $3,159.02
- Bomb Squad Balance: $219.30
- Major Crimes Task Force: $2,414.52
- Arson Task Force: $4,778.00
- KCART: $4,000
- Special Project Pena: $5,939.18
Treasurer Dennis recognized the total of all the funds exceeds the actual current checkbook balance. The reason is that the Association allocates the funds at the beginning of the year, but acquires the money as the year progresses through the golf outing and membership. Request for money from the various funds do not come to the Association all at once. So, the dollars are fine. Expenses for January included:
- Drexler: $1,800 for dog
- Riverview: $1,413.65 for annual installation dinner.
- State Farm Insurance: $81.28 for Harley Davidson 2006 Insurance
- Floral Payment: $86.95 for floral arrangements for wake & funeral for Tom Fetzer’s wife.
In addition, Treasurer Dennis reviewed deposits made to date.
President Linane entertained a motion to accept the February 2006 Financial Report and approve the payment of bills as presented. Chief Pena so moved. Chief Ramsey seconded the motion. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
Treasurer Dennis reported that two requests are before the Association for approval of funds: Mike Acosta for KCART and Greg Thrun for the Arson Task Force. Captain Acosta stated that DUITF purchased a total station for KCART. The cost of training is $4,000 of which $2,000 is being paid by DUITF. The remaining $2,000 for training funds is being sought from the available KCCPA KCART funds. Training is scheduled February 20 through March 3, 2006. There are eight investigators scheduled to attend. In addition, $610 is being requested to upgrade equipment. The total amount of funds being requested for approval is $2,610. Chief Pena moved to approve $2,610 of KCCPA KCART funds for the purpose of training and to upgrade equipment. Sheriff Ramsey seconded the motion. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
Commander Thrun spoke on behalf of the Kane County Fire Investigators Task Force (KCFITF); he is treasurer. They are seeking permission to spend $3,785.00 of allocated funds for the purchase of two (2) digital cameras and all associated equipment ($1,200 for camera; $325 for flash unit; $76 cord; $50 flashcard; $35 batter; and $130 case x 2) in the amount of $3,632.00 and $153.00 for ID Lanyards. Treasurer Dennis informed Commander Thrun that the current fund account is $4,700. Sheriff Ramsey moved to approve the expenditure of $3,785.00 for the purchase of digital cameras, all associated equipment, and lanyards. Chief Pena seconded the motion. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
IX. SERGEANT AT ARMS REPORT
President Linane introduced Sergeant at Arms Chief Lamkin stating he will be in charge of sick call. He informed the Association that flowers were sent to Debbie Fetzer on behalf of the KCCPA. Sergeant at Arms Lamkin stated that he will be the contact person and asked that if anyone knows of someone going through any medical problem, to please contact him. The goal is to have one central area where members can go with information.
X. Committee Reports: President Linane informed the Association that the Executive Board discussed committees and will share with the Association as we proceed through the agenda.
A. Court Liaison: Deputy Chief Fuller
President Linane stated that the Court Liaison, Deputy Chief Fuller, will be retiring March 20th. He will be in touch with him to see if he will continue to serve. No report.
B. Regional Chiefs: Chief Montalbano. No report.
C. By-Laws: KCCPA Executive Board
President Linane stated that this has been an open position for quite some time. Therefore, because by-law are set and seldom change, the Association would be better served if any concerns regarding the by-laws be heard by the Executive Board to then be presented to the Association. Officers can obtain the by-laws on the KCCPA website.
D. Training: Director Lawler (New)
President Linane thanked Randy James for serving on the Training Committee. The newly appointed chairman to the Training Committee is Director Lawler. No report.
E. Special Projects: Commander Cannon. No report.
F. Awards/Law Enforcement Officer of the Year:
Chief Schmidt stated that the 2006 Officer of the Year banquet is Thursday, May 11th, at the Lincoln Inn. The Lincoln Inn has been sold, but the new owners have asked permission to host the banquet for this year and promised the Association would not be disappointed. We have agreed. The call for nominations will be going out within the next week to all the associations.
Chief Schmidt stated that there was a joint drunk investigation case handled between the Kane County Sheriff’s Police, Aurora Police, and FBI. This case went on for several months. Discussion was held as to whether it might be better for the Chief’s Association to recognize these officers at the banquet, but as a separate recognition instead of them going through the officer of year format. Again, this would be because of all the agencies that were involved. This is coming before the Association for feedback to this idea. Sheriff Ramsey stated in speaking with Chief Powell and Special Agent Bock of the FBI, this special task force of multi-jurisdictional worked many months on very complex case. There were six officers, two from each agency, worked this case that included numerous murders, attempted murders, weapon violations and have charges or charges coming down. They have decimated the Latin King in Aurora and a huge significant case, probably the biggest case in these officers’ careers. The thought was for special recognition by the Chiefs’ of Police versus Officer of the Year. It should not be Officer of the Year versus Task Force. Therefore, they are requesting special recognition and would work with Chief Schmidt with plaques and wording. They are seeking a vote from the membership for support.
Chief Schmidt stated that this was a unique situation and this special recognition would still allow agencies to nominate Officers of Year that deserve recognition. Chief Schmidt made a motion that the Chiefs’ allow specialty recognition to the officers’ involved in this investigation and develop appropriate plaques for recognition. Bill Long seconded the motion. Chief Pena asked if the Association would be covering the cost of their meals. It was agreed to include. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried.
G. Events/Golf: Lieutenant Frega announced that the Spring Swing is scheduled for May 9th – be there! The date for the KCCPA golf outing has not been scheduled. He is currently working on organizing new direction and marketing to get more sponsorship. Information will be coming.
H. Special Olympics: Commander Jannusch
Chief Pena stated that kick off was held in Bloomington on February 10th. The Harley was on display. This year the tickets include a $10,000 cash alternative. There is a Trivia Night event being held on Friday March 17th sponsored by Algonquin Police, East Dundee Police and West Dundee Police. Flyers are on the table and invite all to get a team together and come on out. The 24-hour Polar Plunge starts February 17th and there are 20 plungers so far. March 4th is the Lake Bluff Polar Plunge. This year’s slogan is “Success Through Partnership.” The Kane County’s local kickoff lunch is scheduled for February 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at Riverview and invites all agencies to send one or more representatives.
I. Legislative: Deputy Chief Fuller
Chief Pena informed the Association that the IACP has further discussed the data collection process. He stated that data collection is here to stay. The issue is language change to make it a permanent cause. Current position is no. There are still issues and need extended time to get data collection correct. There are added costs to the state. Support two year time extension but against time collection. Research shows that out of 23 states that are collecting data, only 11 were truly collecting.
J. Major Crimes Task Force/K-CART: Captain Acosta
Captain Acosta stated that effective February 19, 2006 KCART will be operational. Eleven investigations to two teams have been assigned. If an agency is requesting KCART, the call must be made to the Kane Country Sheriff’s Office communications division at 630-232-6840 and request KCART be initiated. A two-week training session on the total station and mapping program is scheduled February 20-March 3, 2006. Application has been made for Riverboat money to the purchase of three additional total stations. He expects to hear whether this request will be granted in May.
K. Juvenile Justice: Chief Pena reported they continue to meet on a regular basis.
L. Scholarship: Open
Scholarship applications have been sent and due April 1, 2006. It was asked if it includes all members. It was noted that scholarships are for Kane County Police Officers and not all members.
M. Police Week: Open (Lt. Rusty Sullivan-APD)
President Linane stated that the Law Enforcement Memorial will be handled by Sergeant at Arms and will be contact each department one-on-one. He proposed a possible change in the date. It has always been on Monday nights, but many have Board meetings. It was suggested a Tuesday night. This year the speaker is Chief Lamkin. Speaker from last year, Jim Mullins, will be coming back to be a part of the ceremony. It is a wonderful event. It will be held at Mooseheart.
N. Jail Committee: Chief Linane
President Linane stated that all has been approved. To satisfy the concerns of residents, a double buffer of landscaping around the building has been approved.
XI. Unfinished Business: No discussion held
XII. New Business:
a. Committee Restructuring: President Linane stated that calls will be made next month.
b. Technology Committee: President Linane stated that Mike Gillette of Carpentersville will be Chairman of this new committee. Chief Pena reminded them of the technology meeting that is held the fourth Tuesday of each month with Kane County Clerk Deb Seyller at the Clerk’s office.
c. Wage & Benefit Study: President Linane stated that at the Executive meeting it was proposed that KCCPA do a Wage & Benefit Study for all agencies but compiled through the Association. A study will be sent out in September/October and then a completed compiled study will be sent to all agencies.
d. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Chief Lamkin stated that the Kane County Mental Health Court, under the leadership of Chief Judge Hudson, formally opened on Monday, February 13th. On Tuesday, February 21, 2006 a meeting is being held to present plans and protocol for the future. Judge Hudson stated that this is to aid the mentally ill from going through the court system only to get out and re-enter because the condition has never been treated. Chief Pena stated that this has been successful in Rockford and being mirrored. Training will need to be done. Chief Lamkin stated that protocols in hospitals are different and what will be addressed. It is all moving in the right direction.
e. Election Forum: It was noted that our 501C3 status for non-profit organizations prohibit the Association from making political endorsements and our charter would be in jeopardy if we did so. Individual endorsements are encouraged.
f. Chief Pena thanked the Association for all their support during the IACP ceremony.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT: President Linane entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. Member Budde so moved. Chief Schmidt seconded the motion. Voice vote was unanimous. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 1:08 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lieutenant Joe Frega
Kane County Chief’s of Police Association
Secretary
