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Mr. Chris Wilson, Village Manager Members of Village Council

Karl M. Woodard, Director of Public Safety

March 15, 2010

PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT - 2009

PHONE: (248) 540-3400 FAX: (248) 540-3437

I have enclosed for your review and reference the completed Department of Public Safety 2009 Annual Report. Generally, total calls-for-service decreased by 9% for 2009 over requests in 2008 (7,573 from 8,240). However, given a reduction of three (3) PSO positions since 2008, the average call-for-service per PSO per year increased from 330 to 345. A broad overview and discussion of the past year's activities follows.

Part A - Index Crimes are represented by Murder, Forcible Sexual Offenses, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Home Invasion, Larceny, Auto Theft and Arson. For 2009, these crimes decreased from 2008 incidents by 5% (134 vs. 141). Larceny Reports increased by 4 reports (up 4%, 105 to 109); Robbery reports decreased from 5 to 2; Aggravated Assault decreased from 4 reports to 1, as did Forcible Sexual Assault reports. Stolen Vehicle reports were steady at 4 for each year. Home Invasions were down from 19 to 17 reports. Statistics for these eight categories are reported to the FBI through the State of Michigan and are scheduled to be published nationally in August, 2010 as part of "Crime in the United States".

Part A - Non Index crimes are represented by Assaults, Kidnapping, Vandalism, Weapons Offenses, Forgery/Fraud/Embezzlement, other Sex Offenses, Narcotics, etc. For 2009, these crimes decreased from 2008 incidents by 4 reports (196 from 200). While Narcotics and Weapons violations increased, there were decreases in Assaults, Fraud, Damage to Property and Possession of Stolen Property reports.

The selected Part B crimes indicated a decrease in 2009 of 7% from 2008 incidents (185 from 199). There was a decrease in OWl cases (from 54 to 42); other liquor law violations decreased from 32 to 24 cases. Disorderly reports increased from 40 to 51 and Obstructing/ Resisting Officers violations went up from 9 to 20 reports.

Total traffic accidents in the Village were down by 11 % from 2008 crashes (255 from 287), with both property damage crashes (238 from 269) and personal injury crashes (16 from 18) decreasing for the year; there was one fatal crash in the Village for 2009.

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Fire calls for service decreased by 24% in 2009 (153 from 200). Significant in this area were fewer down power lines due to fewer storm events. There were no civilian fire fatalities in the Village for 2009. Emergency Medical calls-for-service increased in 2009 by 8% (427 from 394).

Alarm calls-for-service, a majority of which are false in nature, increased in 2009 by 15% (375 to 432). The Village Council passed an updated alarm ordinance which became effective for enforcement January 1 st, 2003. Alarm totals for 2002 prior to implementation of the new ordinance were 614, 690 in 2001. This new opportunity for communication with residents and business owners continues to see service records updated and, in some cases, services terminated. Although up for 2009, this category continues to see the hoped­for downturn overall and especially at those locations which have been of a nuisance nature in the past.

Thank you for this opportunity to communicate this information and for your support of the Public Safety Department and its personnel over the past year. I am available to discuss these issues in more detail at your convenience.

Respectfully submitted,

f(rvJL IvL ' uJ~ Karl M. Woodard Director of Public Safety

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UNDERSTANDING CRIME STATISTICS

What is Group B? What are fire incidents classed as? These might be common questions for a reader of this report. Here is a little insight into the classification of crimes, incidents and calls for service that occur in Beverly Hills ...

Group A, Index Crimes

Group A, Non-Index Crimes

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Include violent crime (murder and non-negligent homicide, forcible sexual offenses, robbery and

aggravated assault) and property crime (burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft and arson).

Include simple assault (intimidation/threats, stalking, domestic violence), kidnapping, forgery and

counterfeiting, fraud, embezzlement, possession of stolen property, vandalism, weapons offenses,

certain non-forcible sex offenses (including prostitution), narcotics and gambling.

Bad checks, certain non-forcible sexual offenses including indecent exposure, child neglect, operating under the influence of liquor or

narcotics, liquor law violations, obstruct/resist police, disorderly conduct and vagrancy and a host

of other occurrences including trespassing, firecracker/fireworks use and local ordinance

violations.

Selected juvenile complaints (truancy, malicious mischief) traffic complaints (reckless driving,

license violations), warrant arrests, traffic crashes, sick and injury complaints, lost/found

property, robbery alarms, missing persons, suspicious activities, citizen assists and animal

complaints.

Miscellaneous codes dedicated to citations, bike patrol and SMART trailer placement.

All fires, smoke and odor investigations, natural gas and carbon monoxide leaks, electrical wires

down, extrications, resuscitator runs and fire training

GROUP A - INDEX CRIMES

Group A Index Crimes fall into two categories: violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crimes include murder and non-negligent homicide, forcible sexual offenses, robbery and aggravated assault. Property crimes are burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft and arson. These data are supplied to the FBI for publication in the annual document "Crime in the United States",

VIOLENT CRIMES 2007

Murder and non-negligent homicide 0 Forcible sexual assault 2 Robbery 2 Assault - Aggravated 5

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RESPONSE TO INCIDENTS BY FIRE APPARATUS/PATROL VEHICLES

2007 2008 2009 Public building 3 1 0 Dwelling 9 5 7 Mercantile 0 0 0 Fire Alarm 22 20 13 Miscellaneous building 0 0 0 Rubbish and dump 0 0 0 Miscellaneous outside 16 5 8 Brush and grass 0 0 0 Vehicle 2 3 2 Hazardous materials 0 3 1 Wire down - electrical 52 50 23 Smoke investigation 11 2 12 Odor investigation 12 15 15 Natural gas leak 2 8 4 Bomb threat 1 0 0 Carbon monoxide detector 15 11 17 Mutual aid (assist other department) 0 1 1 Inspections/Fire Instruction 34 76 50 Wash down hazardous material Q Q Q

179 200 153 RESPONSE HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2009

21475 13 Mile Road Natural Gas Odor 3/17/2009,2:58 p.m.

A resident reported an odor of natural gas in the area of the Rouge River. Responding officers found a large area of the river covered with bubbling natural gas. Consumers Energy responded to control the leaking gas.

16313 Buckingham Stove Fire 5/19/2009,4:09 p.m.

Personnel were dispatched to a reported stove fire. The flames had been confined to the oven area due to build up of grease in the unit. The resident closed the oven door and shut off the unit, extinguishing the flames. Officers ventilated the room and instructed the homeowner to have the oven cleaned before reuse.

21795 Hampstead Car Fire 8/22/2009, 6:30 p.m.

The resident had started a vehicle which had been stored for some time, igniting a buildup ofleaves and debris in the engine compartment. Officers extinguished the fire with an extinguisher.

22305 13 Mile Road Extrication 9/4/2009, 11:23 a.m.

A five year old child had gotten his arm stuck in a water drain cover on the Detroit Country Day campus. Officers broke away the cement grating, freeing the child who was not otherwise injured.

17311 Beechwood Oven Fire 10/8/2009, 5:58 p.m.

A resident had preheated the oven, failing to first remove a plastic container which melted and ignited. Officers extinguished the fire with an extinguisher and ventilated the kitchen; minor damage.

18757 Walmer House Fire 11/28/2009, 3:09 p.m.

A resident had been working on an electrical outlet when the wires began to smoke. Responding officers removed portions of the wall behind the outlet where hidden fire was indicated. The area was soaked 'l-Yith tank water from Engine 312 making it safe. Damage was confined to the wall outlet area.

30500 Lahser Road Carbon Monoxide Alarm 12/14/2009

Officers responding to a carbon monoxide alarm detected elevated readings of 37 ppm, "zero" being normal. Fans being used to dry the basement following an earlier water leak interrupted the natural venting of the furnace and water heater, causing a dangerous carbon monoxide buildup. The residents left the home for the evening; readings had returned to normal in the morning when officers returned and retested the home.

OTHER SELECTED COMPLAINTS <GROUPS B & C)

MISCELLANEOUS 2007 2008 2009

Local Ordinances 16 23 39 Juvenile Reports/Complaints 20 42 46 Traffic Offenses 203 181 185 Warrant Arrests 130 113 93 Sick/Injured Complaints 390 394 427 Suspicious Circumstance/Vehicle/Person 589 725 705 Miscellaneous Complaints 1155 1238 1150 PBT's 1345 2411 2075 Adopt-a-Senior Contacts 42 98 46 Other Non-criminal Complaints 254 316 302 Miscellaneous Traffic Complaints 234 280 270 Animal Complaints 138 108 161 Alarms 3ful 375 43.'?,

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TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS Property damage 283 269 238 Personal injury 26 18 16 Fatal Q Q 1

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RESCUE Sudden Death 9 8 6 Suicide 1 2 0 Drug Overdose/Attempt Suicide 4 5 3 Injured Person 29 22 23 Sick Cared For 313 297 309 Mental/Recover-MentalfWalkaway 5 11 18 Occupational injury 4 2 5 Hospice Death 15 15 17 Welfare Check 10 II !Ill

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TOTAL 911 CALLS TO DISPATCH CENTER 836 913 922

TOTAL NUMBER OF CALLS-FOR-SERVICE 6,843 8,240 7,573

DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL 2009

KARL M. WOODARD, DIRECTOR

LINE OPERATIONS

Christopher Yanosy Captain

Eric G. Ottney Lieutenant

David A. Dinkins Lieutenant

Jonathon A. Schultz Lieutenant

Michael D. Vargas Lieutenant

Nathan J. Cook Sergeant

Operations Commander ITraining Officer/Emergency Medical Technician/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Fire Instructor/Fire Officer I, II, III/ Accident Investigation Team/Bike Patrol! Field Training Officer/Fire Marshal!Certified Fire Inspector/Alarm Administrator/Special Projects/Background Investigator/Directed Patrol Unit (0lC) / Oakland County Tactical Response Group

Platoon Leader/Radar Operator/Firearms Instructor/Fire Officer I, II, III/Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder

Platoon Leader/Accident Investigation Team/ Radar Operator/Property Officer/Field Training Officer/ Breathalyzer Supervisor/ Firearms Instructor/Fire Officer I/Medical First Responder/Background Investigator

Platoon Leader/Evidence Tech/Bicycle Patrol Team Leader/Radar Operator/ Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Webmaster/LiveScan Administrator/Fire Officer I & II

Platoon Leader /Radar Operator/ Breathalyzer Operator/Critical Incident Negotiator/Medical First Responder/Bike Patrol Officer/Background Investigator/ Neighborhood Watch Coordinator

Assistant Platoon Leader /Emergency Medical Technician/Firearms Instructor/ Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/ Field Training Officer/Fitness Trainer/ Patrol Rifle Instructor / EMS Coordinator

John F. Milliron Sergeant Assistant Platoon Leader /Dispatcher Supervisor/Crime Scene Technician/Arson

(to Detective Investigator/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Bureau Operator/Fire Training Instructor/Field

July 2009) Training Officer/Fire Officer I, II, III/Medical First Responder/Accident Investigation Team/Directed Patrol Unit

Peter D. Barch Sergeant Assistant Platoon Leader /Radar Operator/ Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Accident Investigation Team/ Firearms Instructor /Taser Instructor/Patrol Rifle Instructor / Small Squad Tactics Instructor

Howard J. Shock Sergeant Assistant Platoon Leader /Radar Operator/ Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Field Training Officer/Troy Special Response Unit

Eric C. Koenig PSO Patrol Officer/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Field Training Officer/Medical First Responder

Sonia V. Koenig PSO Patrol Officer/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Field Training Officer/Medical First Responder

Robert C. Fisher PSO Patrol Officer/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Bike Patrol Officer/Field Training Officer/Evidence Technician/Certified Fire Inspector/Directed Patrol Unit

Paul A. Chickensky PSO Patrol Officer/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Evidence Technician

Andrew T. VanHorn PSO Patrol Officer /Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder

Martin Bednarz PSO Patrol Officer/Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Range Officer

Lawrence Allen PSO Patrol Officer /Radar Operator/Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Firearms Instructor/Bike Patrol Officer

Matthew Malcohn PSO Patrol Officer /Radar Operator/Medical First Responder/Troy Special Response Unit/ Field Training Officer/Breathalyzer Operator

Randy Ballard PSO

Thomas Danielson PSO

Lee Davis PSO

Robert Ginther PSO (Lay Off/June 2009)

Christopher Yanosy Captain

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(Retired/June 2009) (Sgt. Milliron, July 2009)

Michael J. Miles PSO

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Chad Trussler

Theresa Knoll Kathryn Rollins Michelle Ashburn Maureen Sage Patricia McCrae

Beverly J. Vert Paul Cusac Mary Jo Hebert Colleen T. Freese

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Patrol Officer/Radar Operator, Breathalyzer Operator /EMT -Instructor Coordinator

SUPPORT SERVICES

Operations Commander

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Detective/Radar Operator/ Breathalyzer Operator/Medical First Responder/Field Training Officer

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ENFORCEMENT of "OPERATING WHILE INTOXICATED" VIOLATORS

Drunk and drugged driving is a major concern across the country. It is a crime that results in a tremendous loss of life and can prove to be economically devastating to those individuals involved and the public as well. It is a serious problem that effects all persons regardless of age, education level, or economic status. Proactive measures over the last several years have accomplished much to increase the public's lmowledge of, and concern about, impaired driving.

Impaired driving continues to be the most frequently committed violent crime in America. Although alcohol-related traffic deaths hsve been on the decline in the past decade, the most recent statistics show that the decline has slowed. Someone in this country dies in an alcohol­related crash every 30 minutes. About two in every five Americans will be involved in an alcohol-related crash at some time in their lives and impaired driving contributes to over 40 per cent of all motor vehicle crashes. Two-thirds of drivers involved in alcohol-related traffic fatalities have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .14 or higher.

Law enforcement participation is essential in removing impaired drivers from the community streets, along with public support to deliver the message that this is important work.

The State of Michigan enacted new laws and penalties governing driving under the influence of alcoholic liquor and/or controlled substance offenses in 2003. Basically, the new law has lowered the blood alcohol content (BAC) necessary to sustain a charge of "Operationg While Intoxicated" (OWl) from 0.10 or greater to 0.08 or greater. The new law also lowered the BAC level necessary to sustain a charge of "Operating While Visibly Impaired" from 0.08 or 0.09 to having no particular BAC level required for the charge, only observable driving impairment coupled with alcohol consumption showing a BAC level less than the 0.08 level required for Operating While Intoxicated. The State of Michigan maintains the "Zero Tolerance Law" for minors under age 21 (.02 to .07 BAC). The new law also extends the Zero Tolerance condition for Schedule I drugs and cocaine, requiring two factors to be proven: 1) that the drug is in their system, and 2) that the person was driving. These new laws are expected to make Michigan and Village roadways safer for all of us to drive.

In 2009, Beverly Hills officers arrested a total of 42 persons charged with Operating While Intoxicated by alcohol or drugs. These charages included OWl, OWl with drugs, Zero Tolerance for Minors, and Operating While Visibly Impaired.

There were 36 breath tests administered by this Department during 2009; 6 blood tests were ordered. Four breath tests were administered throughout the year for area police agencies when requested. The average blood alcohol content of the breath tests administered was 0.15; the highest breath test result during the year was a .29 BAC.

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FIRE PREVENTION (INSPECTION

The Fire Marshal's function is accomplished by two employees; Captain Yanosy as Fire Marshal and PSO Robert Fisher working as the field inspector and fire safety instructor.

A total of 42 Inspections of local businesses were conducted, to include follow-up checks of initial inspections. Visits are both scheduled and unscheduled, with the surprise visits allowing for a truer observation of how daily operations of a business are conducted. No fire code violations were issued to businesses in 2009. The numbers of inspections had been on the increase since 2003, but a decrease was seen in 2009 as the Village did experience a number of businesses leaving due to the challenging economic times. The trend so far in 2010 is for an increased number of occupancies for inspection. In addition, 7 residential inspections were performed on request.

Since 2003, PSO Fisher has converted the inspection files over to an electronic Fire Inpsection Reporting System. Currently, a project is undenvay to inspect and update department information on buildings in the Village equipped with fire suppression (sprinkler) systems, in order to improve department pre-plans and training for improved firefighter response.

PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING FUNCTIONS

In 2009, public safety personnel were involved in classroom as well as hands-on Police, Fire and EMS training.

~reTnWringSu~edffi Fire Pump operations Ground Ladder techniques Ladder Truck operations

Police Training Subjects Taser Training Domestic Violence Training Outdoor range day Patrol Rifle Training Homeland Security

Classroom Training Sessions Medical First Repsonder CPR Recertification AED Recertification Taser Instructor

COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION

Hazardous Materials Technician Master Stream applications

Perimeter Containment Felony Traffic Stops Supervisor Training Staff & Command HAZMATTechnician

Bloodborne Pathogens InteIView Techniques Incident Command WMD Training

Public Safety Administration is committed to maintaining the communications division as an efficient and productive part of our public safety department, a vital link between the caller and responding public safety officers. The communications division has been staffed by civilian dispatchers since 1985; four full-time dispatchers along with one part-time position. Dispatchers are trained in police, fire and emergency medical dispatch as well as more focused topics such as suicide prevention, stress management and the handling of domestic violence calls.

The primary function of the dispatcher is to answer routine telephone and 9-1-1calls for service and in response, to dispatch the proper patrol and/or fire units as needed. There are seven business phone lines as well as four 9-1-1 'emergency only' lines in the dispatch center. "TDD" capability for communicating with the hearing impaired community is included. Dispatchers monitor the primary police/fire, DPW, the Inter-City frequency, along with neighboring agency frequencies for possible activity that may involve Beverly Hills. There were 922 E-911 calls which, combined with the regular lO-digit lines, generated 7,573 calls for service during 2009.

Our dispatchers use computer-aided dispatch technology provided by Oakland County to record incidents and monitor activity of patrol cars. The computer records of each address allow the public safety department to access pertinent infonnation about that residence or business as well as recent history of contacts there.

INVESTIGATIONS I YOUTH BUREAU

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The Investigations Bureau consists of a Detective Sergeant and the School Liaison Officer. Those assinged as detectives are responsible for assisting and advising patrol division officers, preparing follow-up investigations of reported crimes, identifying and directing the collection of evidence, obtaining warrants, preparing and presenting infonnation in court and maintaining a favorable relationship with the 46th District Court, the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office and other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.

One of the primary responsibilities of the Investigations Bureau is the investigative follow-up of crime reports. During 2009, 409 cases were assigned to investigators. These crimes ranged from robbery to harassing phone calls. Investigative efforts are complemented by four patrol officers who are trained as evidence technicians. These technicians collect and preserve evidence to assist in the case follow-up. Fingerprint evidence obtained is analyzed by the Oakland County Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) analysts who compare fingerprints collected to known suspects on electronic files. Other evidence is processed at the Michigan State Police Forensic Science Labs in Lansing and Sterling Heights.

The Investigations Bureau is also responsible for:

Maintaining identification records including photos and fingerprint cards of arrested persons Review of liquor licenses Receiving and recording drug forfeiture funds Maintaining intelligence files on all crimes Coordination of undercover surveillance Obtaining criminal arrest warrants for felonies and misdemeanors liaison with prosecutor's office, district, circuit and probate courts Maintaining the sex offender registration files

SCHOOL LIAISON f YOUrH BUREAU The school liaison program was established in 1977. The liaison detective spends most of his effort at Groves High School and Berkshire Middle School. The liaison program promotes cooperation and instills confidence, trust and respect between the police, school administrators, teachers, parents and students. The Liaison Officer investigates complaints at all schools in Beverly Hills and performs several classroom presentations, from "Stranger Awareness", Fire Safety and Drug Education. The application of intervention education, prevention strategies and appropriate enforcement has accounted for positive trends. It has put the youth bureau in a position to detect, receive, record and counter delinquent behavior.

COMMUNITY POLICING

"Community policing" is a relatively new term receiving considerable attention in law enforcement circles in the past few years. The concept involves philosophies and strategies which promote a new partnership between citizens and their police department. One of the main premises involves increased communication between the patrol officer and elements of the community so that issues are identified by either party, and together efforts are made by both participants to solve the problem.

Although new in theory and some specific applications, the Department of Public Safety has for many years provided services to its residents which can be seen as community policing in practice. The leadership and officers of this department recognize this as a valuable philosophy and gear much of their efforts toward protecting the safety and security of the community for residents and visitors alike. Emphasis is placed on the officers increasing their face to face contact with citizens.

The department offers its trained crime prevention officers as speakers to community groups, be it residential or business. Over twenty such groups exist in the Village, and officers stay in contact with those who are most active. Information on such topics as crime prevention, domestic violence, home and vehicle security and fire safety are always available to groups such as these. The Neighborhood Awareness Program was revitalized in 2007, and we are looldng forvvard to further expansion in 2010.

Further Department information is available at www.beverlyhil/spolice.com •