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October 26, 2021 Meeting

Publish Date 10/27/2021

MINUTES OF THE

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021

 

 

A meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners of Kansas City, Missouri was held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, in the Community Room at Police Headquarters, 1125 Locust Street, Kansas City.

 

PRESENT:

Commissioner Mark Tolbert, President

Commissioner Cathy Dean, Vice President

Commissioner Don Wagner, Treasurer

Commissioner Dawn Cramer, Member

Mayor Quinton Lucas, Member

Mr. David V. Kenner, Secretary/Attorney

Richard C. Smith, Chief of Police

 

This meeting was called to order at 9:3 a.m. by Commissioner Tolbert.  Detective Kevin Boehm led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Chaplain Shane Stamm provided the invocation. 

  1. Board Resolution 21-01: Nathan F. Garrett. Board Resolution 21-01 was presented to Commissioner Nathan Garrett to express the Board’s sincere gratitude and genuine appreciation for his extraordinary leadership, wise counsel and tireless service to KCPD and the City of Kansas City, Missouri, and its sorrow at his retirement as a member of the Board of Police Commissioners of Kansas City, Missouri.  A copy of Resolution 21-01 is attached to the official Board meeting minutes.

            Councilwoman Heather Hall also presented Commissioner Garrett with a proclamation for his retirement.

  1. City Council Update. Councilman Brandon Ellington, 3rd District At-Large, was present on behalf of the City Council.  He spoke about cultural issues in the community and ways for improvement and solutions.  Councilman Ellington believes law enforcement policies should relate to the communities they serve.  He spoke about the need for community policing, and following-up with relationships and connections.  He encouraged the police and Board to walk through the community to meet the community they serve and gain trust.  Councilman Ellington wants to enhance youth services in Kansas City.  He also requested more transparency with the creation of a civilian review board. 
  2. Guest Presentation.  Ron Teachman, Trish Layne, and Kevin Johnson gave a presentation on ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system.  ShotSpotter technology was deployed nine years ago in Kansas City, Missouri.  It is installed in covert, high-crime areas where gunfire occurs frequently.  Mr. Teachman explained that without ShotSpotter technology, 80 percent of gunfire is unreported.  When a city has ShotSpotter technology, once gunfire occurs, alerts are immediately sent to the dispatch center and to officers’ devices such as in-car computers and cellular phones/watches.  The alert gives officers a pin location of where the gunfire occurred, how many times it was fired, and the type of weapon used.  These facts are helpful to officers when responding in a safe manner. 

Commissioner Tolbert noted that it has been nine years since the technology was installed, and asked if the current location of the technology was still in a high gun crime area.  Chief Smith advised that the Department will review statistics to determine if the technology needed to be moved. 

A memorandum dated October 14, 2021, was presented to recommend approval of a two-year contract renewal with ShotSpotter, Inc., at a total cost of $379,729.00, for the ShotSpotter Gunshot Detection System.  Half of the amount, $189,865.00, is to be paid during the first renewal year.  The second half will be due at the start of year two. 

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to approve the two-year contract renewal with ShotSpotter, Inc., at a total cost of $379,729.00.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

The Board thanked ShotSpotter for their presentation, and welcomed the opportunity for additional training for Department members in the future.

  1. Crime Reporting/Gun Crime. Deputy Chief Joseph Mabin presented information on monthly crime statistics.  He advised that to-date 2021, there have been 127 homicides compared to 156 at this same time in 2020.  KCPD has cleared 81 homicides this year.  To-date 2021, there have been 434 non-fatal shootings, compared to 540 at this time last year.  Deputy Chief Mabin advised that there were 29 non-fatal shootings in September 2021, compared to 53 in September 2020.  He presented statistics on suspect and victim characteristics for the month of September 2021.

Deputy Chief Mabin advised that the Department recovered 215 firearms in September 2021, compared to 220 in September 2020.  Year-to-date 2021, the Department has recovered a total of 1,827 firearms.

Captain Timothy Hernandez presented on the Lethality Assessment Protocol (LAP) Program.  He reminded the audience that October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  The LAP Program originated in 2009, and is used to determine violence indicators in all domestic violence situations.

The LAP is a report that asks victims of domestic violence 11 critical questions to determine if they are high-risk for serious injury or death.  The response provided by the victim triggers protocol referral.  If the victim responds ‘yes’ to any of the first three questions, officers immediately use the hotline to connect them with emergency services provided by Rose Brooks or Synergy Services.  In addition, if the victim answers ‘no’ to any of the first three questions, but answers ‘yes’ to at least three of the remaining questions, they are connected to emergency services as well.  These resources can include emergency ex parte orders, safe shelters and/or places to stay, and follow-up from officers within 48 hours.

The first three questions that trigger an automatic protocol referral if answered ‘yes’ are as follows: 1) Has he/she ever used a weapon against you or threatened you with a weapon; 2) Has he/she threatened to kill you or your children; and 3) Do you think he/she might try to kill you?  The remaining questions are as follows: 4) Does he/she have a gun or can he/she get one easily; 5) Has he/she ever tried to choke you; 6) Is he/she violently or constantly jealous or does he/she control most of your daily activities; 7) Have you left him/her or separated after living together or being married; 8) Is he/she unemployed; 9) Has he/she ever tried to kill himself/herself; 10) Do you have a child that he/she knows is not his/hers; and 11) Does he/she follow or spy on you or leave threatening messages? 

Captain Hernandez advised that since the LAP’s inception in 2009, KCPD has taken over 30,000 LAP reports, and 20,000 of those victims were determined to be high-risk.  Approximately 57 percent of victims cooperate and participate in this program, which is up from the initial 20 percent response rate.  Commissioner Cramer stated that this protocol is very important, and thanked the Department members for taking the time to conduct this assessment with each domestic violence victim. 

Sergeant Michael Vulje and Sergeant John Pickens spoke about proactive patrolling in the Metro Patrol Division that resulted in a search warrant and confiscation of over $500,000 in stolen property.  Among the property recovered were jet skis, concert equipment, diving gear, and construction equipment.  Detectives were able to locate the owners of the jet skis and concert equipment through serial numbers and stolen property reports.  Sergeants Vulje and Pickens advised that there are pending state charges related to this stolen property.  KCPD encourages the public to keep record of their property serial numbers, in order to show proof of ownership in the event your items are stolen. 

Deputy Chief Mabin provided an update on last month’s Gang Intelligence Risk for Retaliation presentation.  In September, the Gang Intelligence Unit delivered 13 messages and eight additional referrals, totaling 21 risk-for-retaliation interventions. 

            Deputy Chief Mabin spoke about cases submitted for prosecution.  In September 2021, there were 385 cases presented for prosecution; 181 of those cases were filed.  Deputy Chief Mabin that there were 130 prosecution declinations last month; 70 of those cases were narcotics-related.  Deputy Chief Mabin noted that 69 of the declined narcotics-related cases were filed in Jackson County.

  1. Community Outreach. Sergeant Douglas “Skip” Cox provided a presentation on the Police Athletic League (PAL).  PAL is a not-for-profit corporation 501(c)3 that begin in Kansas City in 1998, providing youth a safe place to play, learn, and grow while connecting with police officers.  PAL has a Board of Directors and all activities are funded through private donations and grants.  The Department provides law enforcement personnel for PAL. 

Sergeant Cox displayed photos of the improvements that have been made to the PAL Center over the years, and spoke about different programs that PAL offers for youth.  PAL offers programs such as archery, baseball, basketball, boxing, martial arts, cheerleading, chess club, dance, football, soccer, mountain biking, pickleball, running club, and softball.  The center also offers tutoring, hot meals, and showers for youth. 

Sergeant Cox also spoke about PAL’s annual fundraisers and events.  Fundraisers

Include events such as the Annual Golf Tournament, PAL Draft, and Cornhole Tournament.  PAL hosts an Annual Back-to-School event for members and their families, multiple clothing and toiletry giveaways throughout the year, and also provides holiday meals and gifts to members and their families.  

            Sergeant Cox advised that PAL reaches over 1,000 kids annually.  When fully staffed, PAL has positions for one captain, two sergeants, and five officers.  Currently, due to Department staffing levels, only one captain, two sergeants, and two officers are assigned to PAL.  Reduced staffing has a significant impact on day-to-day activities at PAL. 

            Sergeant Cox invited the Board members to tour the PAL Center and attend any future events if they wish.  Board members thanked Sergeant Cox for the presentation, and commended PAL on their efforts to connect with youth in the community. 

KCPD Social Workers Lindsay Moran and Tamara McIntosh spoke about a recent event in the South Patrol Division.  An Operation 100 was called near 99th & Wornall, due to a domestic violence situation within a home in the area.  When police arrived, a witness did not want to speak about what was going on in the home.  Once social workers arrived, Ms. McIntosh was able to pull the witness aside to speak with her directly.  The witness did not want to speak with police because she was fearful of retaliation, but felt comfortable speaking with Ms. McIntosh.  Because of Ms. McIntosh’s patience and compassion, the witness provided information about the incident and social workers were able to provide proper resources.  In addition, the Operation 100 concluded peacefully.   

Ms. Moran advised that domestic violence situations are the number one referral received by the Social Worker Program.  Social workers create safety plans for victims and families in domestic violence situations.  They also assist with obtaining emergency ex parte orders and other emergency services.  In 2021, KCPD Social workers have received 438 domestic violence referrals, and assisted with obtaining 190 emergency orders of protection. 

Deputy Chief Karen True presented a slideshow of photographs from events that KCPD was involved in this month.  These events included a variety of community events, Harvesters Food Drive, Drug Take Back Day, Faith & Blue Weekend, Giving the Basics, Trunk-or-Treat events, and Explorer’s Open House at East Patrol.  Deputy Chief True advised that the Department collected 2,167 pounds of prescription drugs on Drug Take Back Day. 

  1. Department Staffing. Deputy Chief Michael Hicks shared a local news station’s video on the Crime Scene Investigations Unit.  Deputy Chief Hicks provided an update on Department staffing.  As of September 30, 2021, Department strength was 1,744.  For this time period, there were 1,204 sworn law enforcement personnel, 506 career civilians, and 26 police officer candidates.  As of today, Department strength is 1,723, which is a monthly loss of 21 members.  Deputy Chief Hicks advised that by year-end 2021, the Department predicts an additional 25 members will retire or resign.  Additional members are expected to retire in January and February 2022. 

            Deputy Chief explained that the Department is nearing staffing levels of the mid-1990s.  For example, in 1990, the Department was staffed with 1,169 sworn members, and the population of Kansas City was approximately 427,000.  For that time period, officers were dispatched to approximately 495,000 calls for service.  In 2020, KCPD had 1,286 sworn members, and the population of Kansas City was approximately 509,000.  The Department responded to more 520,000 calls for service.  By January 1, 2022, the Department will be down to 1,170 law enforcement members. 

            In response to a question from Commissioner Dean, Deputy Chief Niemeier explained that $17.4 million was assessed this year in salary savings.  This was an unappropriated amount assessed by the City and was never received by KCPD.  This money cannot be used for raises or Academy classes because it was never given to the Department.  Chief Smith explained that the Department self-assessed $5.4 million in salary savings; the additional $12 million was the result of the City budget cuts due to COVID-19. 

Commissioner Dean asked if the $3 million amount was given to the Department by the City for Academy classes.  Deputy Chief Niemeier advised that the Department never received that funding either.  Mayor Lucas advised that due to litigation, the City has elected not to pass an ordinance to fund recruitment until a resolution is reached.  Chief Smith added that the current Academy class is funded by salary savings from current vacancies.

            Chief Smith spoke about a recent article that stated the Department is eliminating the Downtown Footbeat Unit.  He advised that the Unit will be eliminated by the end of the year because its remaining remembers are retiring in December, and there is no one to fill those positions.  He explained that calls for service are the Department’s number one priority.  In order to meet the needs of the people and calls for service, staffing of specialized units will be closely monitored and adjusted to meet the needs of patrol. 

            Commissioner Dean spoke about an email that the Board received from a community member regarding the Kansas City Earnings Tax.  In the email, the community member explained that in 1968, this one percent earnings tax was passed to provide 1,500 officers to serve the City.  Commissioner Dean asked why we still have the earnings tax today if we don’t have that many officers. 

            Mayor Lucas inquired about the $300,000 transfer from salaries to pay for legal fees described within the memorandum titled Budget Transfers for Fiscal Year 2021-22.  Deputy Chief Niemeier explained that this transfer is to pay contracted employees and outside counsel fees. 

            Commissioner Tolbert advised that all further budgetary items will be held for discussion at tomorrow’s special business session.        

  1. Executive Services Bureau. Deputy Chief Doug Niemeier presented the following items for Board approval:
  2. Budget Transfers for Fiscal Year 2021-22.  A memorandum dated October 14, 2021, was presented to recommend approval of budget transfers.  This budget transfer will affect the General Fund, Police Grants Fund, and the Grants Special Revenue Fund.  Mayor Lucas inquired about a $300,000 transfer from salaries to a fund for legal fees. 

            After discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to hold this item until the Special Business Session Meeting being held tomorrow evening, October 27, 2021, as this transfer relates directly to the budget.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   

  1. Unappropriate JAG Grant Funds.  A memorandum dated October 12, 2021, was presented to recommend the approval to unappropriate JAG grant funds in the amount of $190,000.  Since January 2015, these funds have been passed through from the City to fund client advocates paid through ArtsTech.  For simplicity, the City would like to contract with the client advocates directly, beginning with the two JAG grants that have been awarded but unspent, totaling $190,000.

            A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to unappropriate the JAG grant funds, as presented.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Adjustments to Special Revenue Accounts for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and Motorola MCD and Consolette Upgrade.  Memorandums were presented to adjust funds in the amount of $435,124.00 to purchase an upgrade radio consolettes and MCD5000 devices through Motorola Solutions, Inc.  Commissioner Tolbert inquired about the listed prices based off of a Johnson County, Kansas contract.

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to hold both items related to the Motorola MCD and radio consolette upgrade until tomorrow’s special business session, as they directly relate to the budget.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

Deputy Chief Niemeier explained that he will have an answer to Commissioner Tolbert tomorrow about the Johnson County, Kansas pricing.   

  1. Fiscal Year 2022-23 Requested Budget. A memorandum dated October 18, 2021, was presented for approval of the Department’s requested budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23.

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to hold this item for discussion at tomorrow’s Special Business Session.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Bid No. 2021-2, Police Uniform Contract Renewal. A memorandum dated October 18, 2021, was presented to recommend a one-year contract renewal with Galls, at an anticipated cost of $512,302.31, for police uniforms.  The contract period is from November 1, 2021, to October 31, 2022. 

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to approve the one-year contract renewal with Galls, at an anticipated expenditure of $512,302.31.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. 2018-GP-BX-0040 Subaward Revision. A memorandum dated September 29, 2021, was presented to recommend acceptance of the KC Metropolitan Crime Commission’s Project Safe Neighborhood Subaward, in the amount of $216,749.00.

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Commissioner Wagner, to accept the KC Metropolitan Crime Commission’s Project Safe Neighborhood 2018-GP-BX-0040 Subaward, in the amount of $216,749.00.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Professional Development and Research Bureau. Deputy Chief Mike Wood presented the Basic Training Class Summary for September 2021.  The 172nd Entrant Officer Class will graduate on December 9, 2021.  This is an outside agency class with zero KCPD recruits.  The 173rd Entrant Officer Class began training on September 14, 2021, and is expected to graduate on March 24, 2022.  The class started with 32 KCPD recruits and 16 from outside agencies; however, six KCPD recruits have since resigned, leaving 26 KCPD recruits. 

Deputy Chief Wood spoke about Project 1378: Peer Support Team, which was presented to be rescinded.  Deputy Chief Wood requested that the Board hold this item because the Department is creating a policy that outlines the new process for the Peer Support Team.  This program is being taken over by the Fraternal Order of Police, at their request. 

  1. Office of General Counsel. General Counsel Holly Dodge presented the September 2021 Private Officers Licensing Unit Monthly Summary.  In September 2021, there were 38 private officer license suspensions, six license denials, and zero license revocations.

            Ms. Dodge presented the following Private Officer Licensing Appeal:

  1. Private Officer Licensing Appeal, Jonathan L. Sims.   A memorandum dated October 13, 2021, was presented to recommend the denial of an armed private security license for Mr. Jonathan L. Sims.  The basis for the denial is outlined in Title 17 of the Code of State Regulations Section 10-2.050(3)(O), which stipulates the qualifications for a private security license and states that each applicant applying for a license under these provisions must meet these standards.  An applicant may be denied a license, “If the applicant has provided other facts or actions which demonstrate that the applicant is unsuitable or ineligible for license.”  The basis for Mr. Sims’ denial was his resignation under threat of termination from the Blue Springs Police Department on January 6, 2021, and his resignation under threat of termination from the Oak Grove Police Department on January 29, 2021.

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Commissioner Wagner, to uphold the decision of the Private Officers Licensing Unit to deny the armed private security license of Mr. Sims.  The vote was 5-0 in favor. 

  1. Public Comments. Sheryl Ferguson referenced a social media post made by KCPD in recent months regarding a telephone scam.  Ms. Ferguson expressed her frustration with the sarcastic remarks made in the post, and advised that KCPD should have taken the opportunity to use the post in a professional manner to serve and protect potential scam victims within the community.

            Rachel Riley spoke about the murders of her two sons.  She included information related to the crimes that resulted in their deaths.  Mayor Lucas requested Ms. Riley refrain from discussing the active cases any further in a public setting, so that the investigation does not get compromised. 

            Sergeant Brad Lemon, President of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 99, spoke about the current KCPD staffing crisis.  Sergeant Lemon advised that KCPD ranks last in salaries out of eleven regional agencies.  He explained that it is impossible to recruit and retain employees when nearby agencies are starting their employees with higher salaries.  In addition, other outside agencies are offering significant sign-on bonuses for new employees. 

Sergeant Lemon spoke about the record number of resignations and retirements this year, and explained that by the end of the year, we will have staffing levels similar to 1989.  Sergeant Lemon spoke about the hiring surge in the 1990s, and explained that all of those members will be eligible for retirement in the coming years.  In 2022, approximately 210 sworn law enforcement members will be eligible for retirement.  In previous years, the Department averaged 27 retirements per year; to-date in 2021, 47 members have already retired.  He urged the Board to take serious action to improve recruitment and retention. 

  1. Recap from Chief Richard Smith. Chief Smith advised that on Sunday, October 31, all staff will be pulled from Airport operations, and reallocated to North Patrol and Shoal Creek Patrol Divisions.  This is due to the severe staffing shortages in the Northland.  Chief Smith explained that the Northland covers the most mileage, and currently has the least amount of staffing. 

Chief Smith spoke about the prosecutor drug policies that were presented on at previous Board meetings by Clay, Jackson, and Platte County Prosecutors.  He explained that the Department will enforce all laws, regardless of county, and continue submitting them for prosecution.  Commissioner Dean agreed that the Department does not make or change laws and are required to enforce all laws. 

  1. Approval of minutes. A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Commissioner Cramer, to approve the minutes of the open session meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners on September 28, 2021.  The vote was 4-0 in favor. 
  2. Mr. David Kenner. A motion was made by Mayor Lucas, with a second by Commissioner Wagner, to renew the Department’s lobbying agreement with Arnold and Associates, for the term of November 1, 2021 through October 31, 2022.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.
  3. Mayor Quinton Lucas. Mayor Lucas congratulated Detective Kevin Boehm on his upcoming retirement, and commended him for his hard work and dedication to the Kansas City Metropolitan Crime Stoppers. 

            Mayor Lucas expressed his disappointment with removing officers from KCI Airport.  He believes KCPD is adequately trained and has the resources to secure Airport operations.  He would like see KCPD policing the Airport again in the future. 

  1. Commissioner Mark Tolbert. Commissioner Tolbert requested that everyone participating in tomorrow’s budget meeting come with an open mind, so that conversation can be productive in finding solutions. 

Commissioner Tolbert also requested that the Department should look into enhancing public relations efforts in sharing the presentations received at the Board meetings.  He believes the presentations will be beneficial and informative to community members not able to attend the meetings in person.

  1. Scheduled meetings. The Board of Police Commissioners of Kansas City, Missouri has scheduled the following meetings:

 

Special Business Session:

 

October 27, 2021, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City. 

This is an open meeting being held to discuss budgetary items.

 

Board Hearings:

 

BOPC 21-02: In Re: The Matter of the Disciplinary Proceedings of:

Police Officer Johnie E. Wyatt, Jr. #5488

THIS MEETING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM ITS CURRENT SETTING OF NOVEMBER 12, 2021, AND WILL BE RESET FOR A FUTURE DATE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE BOARD.

 

Regular Meetings:

 

November 16, 2021, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

December 14, 2021, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

January 25, 2022, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

February 22, 2022, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

March 22, 2022, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

April 26, 2022, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

May 24, 2022, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

June 28, 2022, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

            A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, and by vote indicated below, to adjourn the open meeting at 12:57 p.m. and reconvene in closed session as provided in the following resolution.  Following a roll call, the vote was 5-0 in favor.

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, notice of the board meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners was given on February 1, 2021, and

WHEREAS, said notice indicated that the Board of Police Commissioners might go into closed session during said meeting, and

WHEREAS, notice of the closed meeting follows the guidelines of Section 610.020 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Police Commissioners go into closed session during the meeting being held on  Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at KCPD Headquarters, 1125 Locust Street, Kansas City, for the purpose of discussing personnel matters, labor negotiations, and litigation matters.

The following Commissioners were present and voted to go into closed session as follows:

Mayor Quinton Lucas                                                 -           Aye

Commissioner Dawn Cramer                                     -           Aye

Commissioner Don Wagner                                       -           Aye

            Commissioner Cathy Dean                                         -           Aye

Commissioner Mark Tolbert                                       -           Aye

            There being a quorum present and the question of holding a closed session having received an affirmative public vote of at least three (3) members, a closed meeting was held as set forth above.

Below are the votes from the closed session of the Board of Police Commissioners meeting on October 26, 2021:

The Board went into closed session at 1:06 p.m. 

1)         Following a motion by Commissioner Wagner and a second by Commissioner Dean, the Board voted to authorize an additional expenditure of $100,000 for legal fees and expenses associated with the case of Chazmine English, et al. v. Eric DeValkenaere, et al.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

2)         Following a motion by Mayor Lucas and a second by Commissioner Dean, the Board voted to to authorize certain settlement authority for the claim of Angeleic Huth in an amount not to exceed $___.[1]   The vote was 5-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

3)         Following a motion by Mayor Lucas and a second by Commissioner Dean, the Board voted to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement Lodge 99 (Civilian).  The vote was 5-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

4)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean and a second by Mayor Lucas, the Board voted to approve the application for continued employment of Major Bradley Deichler.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

[1] The amount is redacted under § 610.021(1), R.S.Mo., because no final disposition of the matter has occurred.

 
 

5)         Following a motion by Mayor Lucas and a second by Commissioner Dean, the Board voted to approve the minutes of the closed session of the Board of Police Commissioners on September 28, 2021.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

            Mayor Lucas left at 1:36 p.m.

6)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean and a second by Commissioner Cramer, the Board voted to come out of closed session and adjourn.  The vote was 4-0 in favor.  Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Wagner voted Aye, and Commissioner Cramer voted Aye.

The Board adjourned at 1:58 p.m.

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