THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF KINCARDINE

Kincardine Police Services Board

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Gordon Jarrell Boardroom
Municipal Administration Centre
Members Present
  • Stellina Williams
  • Rory Cavanagh
  • Alexander Donald
Staff Present
  • Jenna Leifso
  • Krista Miller
Others:

  • S/Sgt. Keegan Wilcox, Lorie Fioze, Manager of Strategic Initiatives, Nicole Griffin, Communications Coordinator, Jennifer Lawrie, Clerk/Manager of Legislative Services

1.
Call to Order

 

The Kincardine Police Services Board meeting of The Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine was called to Order at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2023 in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Administration Centre. 

1.1
Land Acknowledgment Statement

 

The Chair opened the meeting with the Land Acknowledgment Statement. 

2.
Additions/Deletions/Amendments to the Agenda

 
  • Resolution #2023-06-08 - 01
    Moved by:Alexander Donald
    Seconded by:Rory Cavanagh

    THAT the Board approve the following addition to the Agenda:

    10.6 Speeding on Queen Street

    Carried.
  • Resolution #2023-06-08 - 02
    Moved by:Alexander Donald
    Seconded by:Rory Cavanagh

    THAT the Board approve the following addition to the Agenda:

    10.7 Modified/Noisy Vehicles 

    Carried.

3.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

 

None disclosed.

4.
Adoption of Minutes

 
  • Resolution #2023-06-08 - 03
    Moved by:Alexander Donald
    Seconded by:Rory Cavanagh

    THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board adopt the minutes of the April 6, 2023, April 13, 2023, and May 11, 2023 meetings as presented.

    Carried.

5.
Delegations

 

5.1
KPSB Web Site Re-Development

 

Lorie Fioze, Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Nicole Griffin, Communications Coordinator came to speak to the Board about improving the Kincardine Police Services Board webpage. Staff explained that the Municipal website will be moving to a new platform in the fall, so no new pages or functions are currently being added to the present site to make the transition easier. The Board has requested that, in the meantime, agendas, minutes, list of board members, delegation form, links to reports, anti-human trafficking resources, and upcoming meeting dates be added to the current webpage. Staff with work to upgrade the page as much as possible while ensuring that the page will still be accessible and fit within the current website's framework. 

6.
Detachment Commander's Report

This item has attachments. 
1.Apr-May 2023 Detachment Commanders Report.pdf

The Board expressed their gratitude for all the work the School Resource Officer has accomplished so far this year. 

The Board would like to receive reports of bike patrol hours  and will consider requesting new bicycles for officers in the 2024 budget. 

The Chair acknowledged Inspector Krista Miller's retirement with a Certificate of Achievement. Inspector Miller has provided 30 years of service to the Ontario Provincial Police, with the last 5 years serving as Inspector of the South Bruce OPP. Inspector Miller has made significant and long-lasting contributions, especially with her involvement in the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan and the Anti-Human Trafficking initiatives. The Board will miss the Inspector's proficient leadership but wish her health and happiness in the next chapter of her life.  

7.
Financial Report

 

8.
Outstanding Business

 

8.1
Strategic Plan

 

The Board will compile their notes on the Strategic Plan and discuss at the August meeting. 

8.2
Action Items

 

The Board will review the Action Item list when the Strategic Plan has been finalized.

8.3
False Alarm By-law

 

The South Bruce OPP identified false alarms as the second highest call for service in 2002. Jennifer Lawrie, Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk, presented the proposed At Fault False Alarm By-law to the Board. The by-law will be going to Council on July 5, 2023.

  • Resolution #2023-06-08 - 04
    Moved by:Rory Cavanagh
    Seconded by:Alexander Donald

    THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board support the proposed At Fault False Alarm By-law and recommend Council to accept the By-law as written.

    Carried.

9.
New Business

 

9.1
Anti-Fortification By-law

 

S/Sgt. Wilcox suggested the Municipality look into creating an anti-fortification by-law. This would prohibit buildings from being excessively fortified. Staff will arrange a meeting with Emergency Services, Development Services, and the South Bruce OPP for further discussion. 

9.2
Budget Reallocation

 

The Board will discuss reallocating funds in the budget to satisfy the requirements of a zero deficit or surplus once the strategic plan and action items are established. 

9.3
OAPSB Zone 5 Meeting - June 6, 2023

 

10.
Correspondence

 

10.1
Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Coordinator Report January to March 2023

 

10.2
Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Spring 2023 Tipster Magazine

 

10.3
Ministry of the Solicitor General - 2023-24 Victim Support Grant (VSG) - Call for Applications

 

The Board will not apply for a Victim Support Grant this year, but will add planning for future grant opportunities to the strategic plan. 

10.4
Town of Cobourg - Support Highway Traffic Act Amendment

 

10.5
Randy McLeod - Speeding on Durham Street

 

The Board discussed 10.5, 10.6, and 10.7 collectively. The Board has received several complaints regarding speeding and noisy vehicles and have identified it as a priority area. The South Bruce OPP strongly encourage residents who have concerns and complaints about speeding and noisy vehicles to call the OPP non-emergency phone number (1-888-310-1122) so it can be tracked by the OPP Communications Centre and an officer can be dispatched if required. The Board and OPP will work together to advertise the non-emergency number.  

The OPP and the Municipality's Operations department work closely together to determine where the covert speed measuring tool and the traffic calming devices should be placed in the Municipality. Staff are developing a Traffic Calming Policy to determine when and where it is appropriate to put speed measuring and calming devices. 

The Board also discussed noisy and modified vehicles. The OPP requires special training for officers to be able to detect these vehicles. This training has been offered to officers in the past. 

10.6
Beverly Ann Spence - Speeding on Queen Street

 

10.7
10.7 Bonnie Bryan - Modified/Noisy Vehicles

 

11.
Schedule of Meetings

 

12.
Adjournment

 
  • Resolution #2023-06-08 - 05
    Moved by:Rory Cavanagh
    Seconded by:Stellina Williams

    THAT the Kincardine Police Services Board adjourn at 10:54 a.m.

    Carried.
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