SUPPORT BUREAU

Support Bureau
Goals Accomplishments Division / Unit / Section Responsible Party - Lead Funding Status
Sep-20 Oct-20 Nov-20
A1-SB Obtain air mobile capabilities and equipment for entire unit in FY19.

No updates

No updates

No updates
  • SWAT Unit (A)
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  • SWAT Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    A2-SB Obtain waterborne operation capabilities and equipment for entire unit in FY20.

    No updates

    No updates

    No updates
  • SWAT Unit (A)
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  • SWAT Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    A3-SB Obtain railway assault training for entire unit in FY17.

    SWAT officers have ongoing assault training.

    SWAT officers have ongoing assault training.

    SWAT officers have ongoing assault training.
  • SWAT Unit (A)
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  • SWAT Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    B3-SB Replace a rapidly aging fleet of vehicles since SRT utilizes high mileage vehicles from Patrol.

    Completed

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • Fleet Division
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  • SRT Lieutenant & Fleet Manager
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  • Asset Forfeiture (AF)
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  • Funding Needed
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    C1-SB Purchase or obtain donors for two additional canines.

    Two additional canines have been purchased and are currently training.

    Two additional canines have been purchased and are currently training.

    Two additional canines have been purchased and are currently training.
  • K9 Unit (C)
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  • K-9 Sergeant
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  • General Fund (GF)
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    C2-SB Apply to become a nationally accredited K-9 Unit.

    This has been completed.

    This has been completed.

    This has been completed.
  • K9 Unit (C)
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  • K-9 Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    C3-SB Train two dogs in bomb detection.

    This program was halted by the Assistant City Manager's Office due to funding and FWFD having the resources in place.

    This program was halted by the Assistant City Manager's Office due to funding and FWFD having the resources in place.

    This program was halted by the Assistant City Manager's Office due to funding and FWFD having the resources in place.
  • K9 Unit (C)
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  • K-9 Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    C4-SB Create a canine training area at the Bob Bolen Public Safety Complex. (See Public Safety Complex Phase II in the Facility Section for more details.)

    Completed

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • K9 Unit (C)
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  • K-9 Sergeant
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  • Asset Forfeiture (AF)
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    D1-SB Increase staffing levels by a total of 14 crime analysts in FY18-FY22. (See staffing section for details.)

    Crime Analysts were moved to each Division. Crime Intelligence Analysts stayed in INTEX Section.

    Crime Analysts were moved to each Division. Crime Intelligence Analysts stayed in INTEX Section.

    And M&C is being processed for submission to City Council to get approval of a Grant funded Intelligence Analyst for the Fusion Center.
  • Crime Analysis Unit (D)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    E1-SB Increase staffing levels by six officers to allow the RTCC to operate 24/7 by FY18.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.
  • Real Time Crime Center Unit (E)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    E2-SB Purchase and install cameras and license plate readers to be monitored at the RTCC.

    New orders for additional components to build 40 new cameras are in the process of being purchased, different purchase requests have been submitted and approved.

    Additional purchase of cameras approved and are being built as parts are being delivered by the different vendors.

    Cameras are being built as parts are being delivered by the different vendors. Additional purchases requests have been submitted for approval.
  • Real Time Crime Center Unit (E)
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    Establish a 72-hour response time to game room complaints. Achieve 90% compliance by FY18.

    Procedures and tactics are changing due to Legal Department opinion on Game Rooms, we are seeking other options to prosecute the cases.

    Procedures and tactics are changing due to Legal Department opinion on Game Rooms, we are seeking other options to prosecute the cases.

    Procedures and tactics are changing due to Legal Department opinion on Game Rooms, we are seeking other options to prosecute the cases.
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Investigations Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    E3-SB Identify new training classes for RTCC personnel.

    Training has been canceled due to COVID-19.

    Training has been canceled due to COVID-19.

    Training has been cancelled due to COVID-19. 
  • Real Time Crime Center Unit (E)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    F1-SB Increase staffing by two officers in FY19 and two officers in FY20 to purchase, maintain, and install cameras and License Plate Readers.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    M&C 20-0842 was approved by City Council to authorize an agreement with a vendor for an annual contract of up $500,000.00 to purchase Automated License Plate Camera Readers. 
  • Electronic Surveillance Unit (F)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    G1-SB Increase staffing by 5 officers and 1 detective to handle increased domestic and international threats in (FY20 & FY22).

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.
  • Homeland Security Unit (G)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    H1-SB Increase staffing by ten officers and one detective to provide investigative support on late shifts (FY21-FY22)

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.
  • Criminal Intel Unit (H)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    I1-SB Increase staffing by one corporal to provide additional supervision in FY20.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.

    Recommendations are being implemented as personnel becomes available and staffing study is finalized.
  • Dignitary Detail Unit (I)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    J1-SB Implement a new Mental Health Unit staffed with a sergeant and six officers (FY19-FY20).

    This has been completed and is successful. 

    This has been completed and is successful. 

    This has been completed and is successful. 

  • Intelligence Section (J)
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  • Tactical Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    J2-SB Purchase two drones and draft policy for their use.

    Spending freeze due to COVID-19, will evaluate additional purchases in FY21. Policy has been drafted.

    Spending freeze due to COVID-19, will evaluate additional purchases in FY21. Policy has been drafted.

    Spending freeze due to COVID-19, will evaluate additional purchases in FY21. Policy has been drafted.
  • Intelligence Section (J)
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  • Tactical Intelligence Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    K1-SB Reinstate and staff a Vice Unit, adding one sergeant, one detective and nine officers in both FY18 and FY19 for a total of two sergeants, two detectives and eighteen officers.

    Personnel is not available for an additional Vice unit at this time.

    Personnel is not available for an additional Vice unit at this time.

    This month we were able to fill vacancies in the Vice Unit; no additional positions have been added to complete this goal.
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Investigations Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    K2-SB Increase Asset Forfeiture Seizures by 10% each year.

    On Track.

    On Track.

    On track.
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Investigations Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    K3-SB Purchase additional Narcotics (redacted) equipment for undercover operations to expand the Drug Market Initiative (DMI).

    No update

    No update.

    No updates
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    K4-SB Increase staffing levels by five narcotics officers and one detective to expand DMI and Highway/Postal Interdictions in FY18.

    Personnel is not available for this unit at this time.

    Personnel is not available for this unit at this time.

    Personnel is not available for this unit at this time.
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    K5-SB Create a debriefing methodology and track performance in terms of Confidential INformants used to solve violent crime investigations. Provide updates at COMPSTAT.

    Completed

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Investigations Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    K6-SB Create a hotel/motel interdiction section.

    Personnel is not available for this unit at this time.

    Personnel is not available for this unit at this time.

    Personnel is not available for this unit at this time.
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Investigations Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    K7-SB Disrupt and dismantle at least two Drug Trafficking Organizations (DTOs) per year.

    On track

    On track.

    On track
  • Narcotics Section (K)
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  • Tactical Investigations Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    L1-SB Increase participation in both the Parent Project and PAL program by 5% each year.

    PAL continued to resume more regular workout schedule, while adhering to health precautions

    PAL continued to resume more regular workout schedule, while adhering to health precautions

    PAL continued to resume more regular workout schedule, while adhering to health precautions
  • Support Services Division
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  • Support Services Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    L2-SB Increase the number of educational presentations to elementary students during after school programs by 5% each year.

    This activity has been halted due to the COVID-19 crisis and schools districts closed.  Previous to schools closing, IP Officers remain extremely active in FWISD in providing mentoring and programs at campuses across the county. 

    This activity has been halted due to the COVID-19 crisis and schools districts closed.  Previous to schools closing, IP Officers remain extremely active in FWISD in providing mentoring and programs at campuses across the county. 

    This activity has been halted due to the COVID-19 crisis and schools districts closed.  Previous to schools closing, IP Officers remain extremely active in FWISD in providing mentoring and programs at campuses across the county. 
  • Gang Section (L)
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  • Gang Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    L3-SB Facilitate quarterly FWISD after-school education programs.

    This activity has been halted due to the COVID-19 crisis and schools districts closed.  Previous to schools closing, IP Officers remain extremely active in FWISD in providing mentoring and programs at campuses across the county. 

    This activity has been halted due to the COVID-19 crisis and schools districts closed.  Previous to schools closing, IP Officers remain extremely active in FWISD in providing mentoring and programs at campuses across the county. 

    This activity has been halted due to the COVID-19 crisis and schools districts closed.  Previous to schools closing, IP Officers remain extremely active in FWISD in providing mentoring and programs at campuses across the county. 
  • Gang Section (L)
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  • Gang Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    L4-SB Disrupt and dismantle two documented criminal street gangs per year.

    The Gang Section continues to utilize a pro-active approach in identifying and disrupting gang activity throughout the city. Some of the tactics employed this past month included traffic stops in high gang crime areas, surveillance on known gang locations, visibility in high crime areas, and assisting Narcotics and VICE on details involving potential gang members. New Violent Gang Crime detail was created to address the surge of violent crimes.

    The Gang Section continues to utilize a pro-active approach in identifying and disrupting gang activity throughout the city. Some of the tactics employed this past month included traffic stops in high gang crime areas, surveillance on known gang locations, visibility in high crime areas, and assisting Narcotics and VICE on details involving potential gang members. New Violent Gang Crime detail was created to address the surge of violent crimes.

    The Gang Section continues to utilize a pro-active approach in identifying and disrupting gang activity throughout the city. Some of the tactics employed this past month included traffic stops in high gang crime areas, surveillance on known gang locations, visibility in high crime areas, and assisting Narcotics and VICE on details involving potential gang members. New Violent Gang Crime detail was created to address the surge of violent crimes. Additional details in conjunction with federal agencies have had positive results.
  • Gang Section (L)
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  • Gang Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    M1-SB Increase participation in volunteer programs by 5% each year: Citizens on Patrol, Ministers Against Crime, Clergy and Police Alliance, Citizens Police Academy.

    Coordination with Dept. of Justice for Faith & Blue event to be held in October.

    Coordination with Dept. of Justice for Faith & Blue event held in October

    Coordonators reached out and continued contact with CAPA / MAC participants via phone and internet due to COVID virus restrictions
  • Support Services Division
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  • Support Services Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    M2-SB Outsource the Crossing Guard Program to a Private Vendor to increase efficiency.

    Outsource to ACMS completed.

    Outsource to ACMS completed.

    Outsource to ACMS completed.
  • Support Services Division
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    M3-SB Obtain a long-term jail services contract.

    Completed.

         		       

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • Crime Investigation Support Division
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    M4-SB Each SRO will provide at least one presentation to students in the classroom or at an after-school program each semester.

    No  presentations were made at school locations due to  delay in school start related to COVID-19. 0 school threats   addressed,  0 cases filed. 

    No  presentations were made at school locations due to  delay in school start related to COVID-19. 0 school threats   addressed,  0 cases filed. 

    No presentations were made at school locations due to delay in school start related to COVID-19. 1 school threats addressed, 6 cases filed. 
  • Crime Investigation Support Division
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  • SRU Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    M5-SB All SROs will be TCOLE certified instructors and Mental Health Peace Officers by FY18.

    completed.

    completed.

    Completed.
  • Crime Investigation Support Division
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  • SRU Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    N1-SB Each CID unit will have a detective or sergeant attend at least one Patrol Roll Call per month.

    CID units attend roll calls as needed to clarify investigative duties and responsibilities or share call out criteria.

    CID units attend roll calls as needed to clarify investigative duties and responsibilities or share call out criteria.

    CID units attend roll calls as needed to clarify investigative duties and responsibilities or share call out criteria.
  • Criminal Investigations Division (N)
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  • CID Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    N2-SB Create a detective development program in which detectives/officers from other divisions can spend a month on loan to one of the CID Units.

    Program is developed; CID units.     

    Program is developed; CID units.     

    Program is developed; CID units.     
  • Criminal Investigations Division (N)
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  • CID Captain & Lieutenants
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  • No Funding Needed
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    N3-SB Develop a basic Detective Training Manual for use Department-wide.

    Complete.

    Complete.

    Complete.
  • Criminal Investigations Division (N)
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  • CID
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  • Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    N4-SB Create an audit process to ensure all detectives work their cases in a timely, thorough manner.

    Completed audit process. Will continue to review audit process for effectiveness.

    Completed audit process. Will continue to review audit process for effectiveness.

    Completed audit process. Will continue to review audit process for effectiveness.
  • Criminal Investigations Division (N)
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • No Funding Needed
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    N5-SB Organize and host a monthly regional CID meeting w/ all internal CID Units, surrounding agencies, federal, state and local partners.

    Robbery, Sexual Assault, Fraud, and Major Case/HT Units currently participate in regional CID meetings.

    Robbery, Sexual Assault, Fraud, and Major Case/HT Units currently participate in regional CID meetings.    

    Robbery, Sexual Assault, Fraud, and Major Case/HT Units currently participate in regional CID meetings.  
  • Criminal Investigations Division (N)
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • No Funding Needed
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    O1-SB Evaluate new training opportunities and recommend at least one course/class for each Homicide investigator.

    No training in August due to Coronavirus restrictions

    No training in October due to Coronavirus restrictions

    No training in November due to Coronavirus restrictions
  • Homicide Unit (O)
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  • Homicide Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    O2-SB Increase staffing by a total of five detective positions in order to keep pace with ever more complicated and difficult investigations (FY19-FY22).

    Awaiting Funding.

    Awaiting Funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Homicide Unit (O)
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    P1-SB Create a habitual runaway detail by adding a total of three detectives from FY19-FY21.

    Implementation not expected until FY2021 or later. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation not expected until FY2021 or later. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation not expected until FY2021 or later. Awaiting funding.
  • Major Case Unit (P)
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  • Major Case Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    P2-SB Evaluate new training opportunities and recommend at least one course/class for all Major Case Detectives, and Missing Persons Officers and Civilians.

    No training in August due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in October due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in November due to Coronavirus restrictions.
  • Major Case Unit (P)
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  • CID Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    P3-SB Expand Human Trafficking efforts by adding an officer in FY18, a civilian in FY19, a total of four detectives in FY20-FY22 to handle high-profile investigations, and Critical Police Incidents.

    Awaiting funding

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Major Case Unit (P)
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    P4-SB Add total of three detectives; one in FY19 and two in FY21

    Implementation not expected until FY2021.

      

    Implementation not expected until FY2021.

    Implementation not expected until FY2021.
  • Major Case Unit (P)
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    Q1-SB Annually evaluate the need for additional officers in an effort to keep up with ever-increasing demand.

    Evaluated need for additional officers. Awaiting funding for needed increases.

    Evaluated need for additional officers. Awaiting funding for needed increases.

    Evaluated need for additional officers. Awaiting funding for needed increases.
  • Fugitive Unit (Q)
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  • Fugitive Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    Q2-SB Create a detail within the unit to specifically address and apprehend family violence and protective order offenders.

    Grant funding not available. Assigned officer to make DV and PO Violation warrants a priority.

    Grant funding not available. Assigned officer to make DV and PO Violation warrants a priority.

    Grant funding not available. Assigned officer to make DV and PO Violation warrants a priority.
  • Fugitive Unit (Q)
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  • Fugitive Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    R1-SB Add two detectives to the unit every year (total 10) to make the unit more efficient, productive, and effective.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Robbery Unit (R)
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    S1-SB Aggressively investigate all crimes against children and present cases to the District Attorney within 90 days.

    230 cases assigned/164 cleared. When evidence/cases allow, it is presented to the District Attorney within 90 days. 

     213 cases assigned/142 cleared. When evidence/cases allow, it is presented to the District Attorney within 90 days.

    214 cases assigned/135 cleared. When evidence/cases allow, they are presented to the District Attorney within 90 days.
  • Crimes Against Children Unit (S)
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  • CACU Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    S2-SB Add three detectives each year in FY18-FY20, and four detectives in FY21 and FY22 for a total of 17, and two sergeants to ensure that there is sufficient time dedicated to each case to put together the best cases possible.

    Awaiting Funding.

    Awaiting Funding.

    Awaiting Funding.
  • Crimes Against Children Unit (S)
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    S3-SB A supervisor will contact complainant families within 48 hours, and monthly until case adjudication (documentation required).

    Sgt. Dehoyos is currently completing this goal.

    Sgt. Dehoyos is currently completing this goal.

    Sgt. Dehoyos is currently completing this goal.
  • Crimes Against Children Unit (S)
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  • CACU Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    T1-SB Add two detectives each year in FY18-FY20, and one detective in FY21 and FY22 for a total of eight officers and one sergeant (FY20) to keep up with a growing demand created by a rapidly growing city and Department.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting Funding.

    Awaiting Funding.
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    T2-SB Evaluate advanced training and recommend at least one training class/course for each investigator.

    No training in September due to Coronavirus restricions and budget constraints. 

    No training in October  due to Coronavirus restricions and budget constraints. 

    No training in November  due to Coronavirus restrictions and budget constraints. 
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • DV Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    T3-SB Use Focused Deterrence principles and work with community partners to decrease domestic violence homicides by 5% each year.

    Focused deterrence principles are being used by One Safe Place, Detectives, and NPO's to achieve this goal.

    Focused deterrence principles are being used by One Safe Place, Detectives, and NPO's to achieve this goal.

    Focused deterrence principles are being used by One Safe Place, Detectives, and NPO's to achieve this goal.
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • SVS Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    T4-SB Aggressively investigate and present cases to the district attorney’s office within 30 days.

    When evidence/investigations allow, cases are presented to the District Attorney within 30 days. 

    When evidence/investigations allow, cases are presented to the District Attorney within 30 days. 

    When evidence/investigations allow, cases are presented to the District Attorney within 30 days. 
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • DV Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    T5-SB Create a high-risk checklist to educate officers, citizens and victims about factors that may indicate a greater threat.

    Sgt. Coleman has been sharing information and has incorporated information into family violence education packet.

    Sgt. Coleman has been sharing information and has incorporated information into family violence education packet.

    Sgt. Coleman has been sharing information and has incorporated information into family violence education packet.
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • SVS Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    T6-SB Apply for grant funding to create a program based on Focused Deterrence principles to aggressively pursue and prosecute abusers, and direct lower level offenders to services available to help end their destructive behavior.

    Grant was not funded. Will continue to seek funding.

    Grant was not funded. Will continue to seek funding.

    Grant was not funded. Will continue to seek funding.
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • SVS Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    T7-SB Detectives will accept and investigate each domestic violence case. At a minimum, each report will receive telephone follow-up.

    665 cases assigned.  Detectives are tasked with making contact on every report.  Sgt. Coleman is monitoring. 

     681 cases assigned.  Detectives are tasked with making contact on every report.  Sgt. Coleman is monitoring.

    651 cases assigned.  Detectives are tasked with making contact on every report.  Sgt. Coleman is monitoring. 
  • Domestic Violence Unit (T)
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  • SVS Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    U1-SB Evaluate advanced training opportunities and recommend at least one course/class for each investigator.

    No training due to Coronavirus restrictions

    No training due to Coronavirus restrictions

    No training due to Coronavirus restrictions
  • Sex Crimes Unit (U)
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  • Sex Crimes Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    U2-SB Add a total of ten detectives from FY19-FY22, and one sergeant in FY21.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Sex Crimes Unit (U)
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    U3-SB Purchase recording equipment to be installed in interview rooms at One Safe Place.

    Current system (Avigilon) in the process of being replaced by AXON

    Current system (Avigilon) in the process of being replaced by AXON

    Current system (Avigilon) in the process of being replaced by AXON
  • Sex Crimes Unit (U)
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  • SVS Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    U4-SB Add one investigator in FY19 to seek out and arrest internet predators, increasing those arrests by at least 100%.

    ICAC unit currently housed in CACU; 1 detective and 1 officer

    ICAC unit currently housed in CACU; 1 detective and 1 officer

    ICAC unit currently housed in CACU; 1 detective and 1 officer
  • Sex Crimes Unit (U)
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  • CID Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    U5-SB Add one Administrative Assistant by FY21.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Sex Crimes Unit (U)
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  • CID Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    V1-SB Evaluate advanced training opportunities and recommend at least one class/course for each officer and detective.

    No training due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training due to Coronavirus restrictions.
  • Sex Offender Registration and Monitoring Unit (V)
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  • Sex Crimes Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    V2-SB Maintain a 100% conviction rate for cases filed by the officers and the detectives of the unit.

    Conviction rate (DA stat) is meeting standards.

    Conviction rate (DA stat) is meeting standards.

    Conviction rate (DA stat) is meeting standards.
  • Sex Offender Registration and Monitoring Unit (V)
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  • Sex Crimes Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    V3-SB Create a public education program regarding the prevention of sexual assaults and have each officer provide the training to at least one group annually.

    Working with Tarrant County Re-entry First Stop Center to use their resources.

    Working with Tarrant County Re-entry First Stop Center to use their resources.

    Working with Tarrant County Re-entry First Stop Center to use their resources.
  • Sex Offender Registration and Monitoring Unit (V)
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  • CID Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    W1-SB Develop a Community Outreach Program that works to educate the community and law enforcement about domestic and sexual violence through community outreach activities on dating violence, domestic violence, sexual violence, the effects of domestic violence on children, and victim sensitivity including culturally sensitivity training.


    Community Outreach Program completed by Shelby Hopson in Victims Assistance.

    Community Outreach Program completed by Shelby Hopson in Victims Assistance.

    Community Outreach Program completed by Shelby Hopson in Victims Assistance.

    Community Outreach Program completed by Shelby Hopson in Victims Assistance.
  • Victim Assistance Section (W)
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  • CID Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    W2-SB Expand the volunteer/intern program by adding at least one position each year to provide comprehensive services to domestic violence and sexual assault victims and their families in a safe, comforting, and supportive environment.

    Volunteer/intern program is in developing stages; all positions are currently funded positions.

    Volunteer/intern program is in developing stages; all positions are currently funded positions.

    Volunteer/intern program is in developing stages; all positions are currently funded positions.
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  • CID Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    W3-SB Establish performance measures, evaluate services, and make adjustments or improvements as necessary.

    Shelby Hopson evaluating performance.

    Shelby Hopson evaluating performance.

    Shelby Hopson evaluating performance.
  • Victim Assistance Section (W)
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  • CID Captain
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  • No Funding Needed
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    W4-SB Add two staff members to complete assessments, provide safety planning, assist with access to benefits, assist with the criminal justice system, and facilitate referrals to social services agencies.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Victim Assistance Section (W)
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  • Investigative & Support Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    X1-SB Add five detectives per year (FY20-FY22) to investigate the multitude of economic crimes properly.

    completed.

    completed.

    Completed.
  • Economic Crimes Unit (X)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    X2-SB Evaluate advanced training opportunities and send each investigator to at least one advanced class/course.

    New training opportunities have been identified. Training attended throughout the year.

    New training opportunities have been identified. Training attended throughout the year.

    New training opportunities have been identified. Training attended throughout the year.
  • Economic Crimes Unit (X)
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  • Economic Crimes Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    X3-SB Continually work with partners (U.S. Secret Service, FBI, Postal Inspectors, area agencies) to identify new economic crime trends, and develop investigative responses to disseminate public education materials within thirty days of discovering new scams/threats.

    Continue to partner with other agencies--FBI Financial Crimes Task Force

    Continue to partner with other agencies--FBI Financial Crimes Task Force

    Continue   to partner with other agencies--FBI Financial Crimes Task Force
  • Economic Crimes Unit (X)
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  • Forensic / Economic Crimes Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    Y1-SB Add total of three detectives by FY22 to create a 24/7 COBRA Unit.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Commercial Auto Theft Unit (Y)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    Y2-SB Recommend training courses in heavy equipment thefts, tracking technologies, and cargo thefts for each detective.

    Implementation   expected once funding becomes available.

    Implementation   expected once funding becomes available.

    Implementation   expected once funding becomes available.
  • Commercial Auto Theft Unit (Y)
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  • Forensic / Economic Crimes Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    Y3-SB FWPD will host industry training on cargo theft, heavy equipment theft, and commercial vehicle specialties.

    Implementation   expected FY21. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation   expected FY21. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation   expected FY21. Awaiting funding.
  • Commercial Auto Theft Unit (Y)
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  • Forensic / Economic Crimes Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    Z1-SB Determine new location for Crime Scene Search Unit personnel since currently in leased building.

    Awaiting funding for a permanent solution.

    Awaiting funding for a permanent solution.

    Awaiting funding for a permanent solution.
  • Crime Scene Unit (Z)
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  • Support Bureau Assistant Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    Z2-SB Annually evaluate the need for additional Crime Scene personnel based on call load and advances in evidence collection techniques.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Crime Scene Unit (Z)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    Z3-SB Increase staff by two Crime Scene Technicians by FY18.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Crime Scene Unit (Z)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    AA1-SB Create incentives, such as certification pay, to keep highly trained examiners from leaving the Department.

    Incentives   approved by Chief, but awaiting funding.

    Incentives   approved by Chief, but awaiting funding.

    Incentives   approved by Chief, but awaiting funding.
  • Digital Forensics Lab Unit (AA)
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  • DFL Sergeant
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  • Funding Needed
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    AA2-SB Establish an actual line-item training budget for the Unit to keep examiners current on the latest forensic methodologies.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Digital Forensics Lab Unit (AA)
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  • Forensic / Economic Crimes Lieutenant
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  • Funding Needed
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    AA3-SB Reduce the case backlog to less than 30 days for any piece of evidence submitted for examination.

    Implementation   expected in FY21. Working on backlog. August backlog is 4 phones, 3  computers and 1 videos.

    Implementation   expected in FY21. Working on backlog. August backlog is 25 phones, 2  computers and 0 videos.

    Implementation   expected in FY21. Working on backlog. November backlog is 19 phones, 31  computers and 1 videos.
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  • DFL Sergeant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AA4-SB Increase lab personnel by three examiner positions, adding one position each year in FY18, FY19, and FY20.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.

    Awaiting funding.
  • Digital Forensics Lab Unit (AA)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    AB1-SB Increase staffing to two additional Chemists, one additional Forensic Scientist/Biology, one Forensic Scientist/DNA, one Biology Technician/Admin, one Firearm Technician, and one Forensic Scientist Firearm and Toolmark position to provide timely delivery of results and maintain manageable backlogs.

    Implementation expected FY22. Awaiting funding.  

    Implementation expected FY22. Awaiting funding.   

    Implementation expected FY22. Awaiting funding.   
  • Forensic Science Division (AB)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    AB2-SB Provide training and development of employees annually to become eligible for and to maintain licensure.

    We had 100 different entries in the Laboratory’s Professional Development Log for the month of September. These training entries primarily represent webinar presentations. The Laboratory had JAG Grant funding for training in Fiscal Year 2019, and was able to send a variety of Laboratory personnel to different quality training venues.  The Crime Laboratory has 29 positions allotted to it; we currently have 25 current employees and four vacancies.  Of Lab’s 25 current employees, 15 are licensed Forensic Analysts by the State of Texas, and 3 are Latent Print Examiners certified in Latent Print Examination by the International Association of Identification (IAI).  All 4 vacancies will need to be filled with licensed Forensic Analysts.  In order to maintain statutorily required Continuing Forensic Education (CFE) for Licensed Analysts, and required training for the Certified Latent Print Examiners, the Laboratory’s Training Budget must be increased.  The Lab's current training budget is inadequate. Currently the Laboratory’s total training budget is $9,300.00.  Based on the historical Cost per Credit Hour for training for Laboratory personnel, I have requested that the Budget/Finance Unit increase the Lab’s training budget by $29,622.40.   It should be noted that due to the COVID-19 crisis, the Crime Laboratory has had had several training events canceled or rescheduled.

    We had 99 different entries in the Laboratory’s Professional Development Log for the month of October. These training entries primarily represent webinar presentations. The Laboratory had JAG Grant funding for training in Fiscal Year 2019, and was able to send a variety of Laboratory personnel to different quality training venues.  The Crime Laboratory has 29 positions allotted to it; we currently have 25 current employees and four vacancies.  Of Lab’s 25 current employees, 15 are licensed Forensic Analysts by the State of Texas, and 3 are Latent Print Examiners certified in Latent Print Examination by the International Association of Identification (IAI).  All 4 vacancies will need to be filled with licensed Forensic Analysts.  In order to maintain statutorily required Continuing Forensic Education (CFE) for Licensed Analysts, and required training for the Certified Latent Print Examiners, the Laboratory’s Training Budget must be increased.  The Lab's current training budget is inadequate. Currently the Laboratory’s total training budget is $9,300.00.  Based on the historical Cost per Credit Hour for training for Laboratory personnel, I have requested that the Budget/Finance Unit increase the Lab’s training budget by $29,622.40.   On the positive side, due to COVID-19 there are now online training venues available that Laboratory personnel can get CFE that previously did not exist; it cost less to attend online training venues than in-person training venues.

    We had 66 different entries in the Laboratory’s Professional Development Log for the month of November. These training entries primarily represent webinar presentations. The Laboratory had JAG Grant funding for training in Fiscal Year 2019, and was able to send a variety of Laboratory personnel to different quality training venues.  The Crime Laboratory has 29 positions allotted to it; we currently have 26 current employees and three vacancies.  Of Lab’s 26 current employees, 15 are licensed Forensic Analysts by the State of Texas, 1 employee is in the process of being licensed, and 3 are Latent Print Examiners certified in Latent Print Examination by the International Association of Identification (IAI).  All 3 vacancies will need to be filled with licensed Forensic Analysts.  In order to maintain statutorily required Continuing Forensic Education (CFE) for Licensed Analysts, and required training for the Certified Latent Print Examiners, the Laboratory’s Training Budget must be increased.  The Lab's current training budget is inadequate. Currently the Laboratory’s total training budget is $9,300.00.  Based on the historical Cost per Credit Hour for training for Laboratory personnel, I have requested that the Budget/Finance Unit increase the Lab’s training budget by $29,622.40.   On the positive side, due to COVID-19 there are now online training venues available that Laboratory personnel can receive CFE that previously did not exist; it cost less to attend online training venues than in-person training venues.
  • Forensic Science Division (AB)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AB3-SB Acquire new and replacement equipment, technology and software annually in order to become more efficient and to stay on the cutting edge of forensic science.

    On August 26, 2020, the City issued a PO for the purchase of a new LCMS instrument that will permit the Crime Laboratory to conduct THC quantification testing.  The LCMS instrument was delivered to the Crime Laboratory in three different containers; the last container was received on Thursday, September 24, 2020.  The Crime Laboratory will have to pass an ANAB Assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to being able to conduct quantification casework.  The Crime Laboratory has reviewed the original Qiacube validation reports and it was determined that further evaluation was required.  Qiagen personnel respond to the Crime Laboratory multiple times in July to perform additional testing and to complete repairs on the Qiacubes, and the EZ1 instrument.  The Biology Unit reviewed the new validation report, and after discussions with Qiagen personnel everyone agrees that additional work is necessary. The Crime Laboratory’s two current FTIR instruments are so old that their manufacturer has advised us that they will not provide service to those instruments after the current calendar year.  On August 12, 2020 Assistant Police Director Christianne Kellett advised the Crime Laboratory that she had located funding to procure two new FTIR instruments.

    The Crime Laboratory has begun the process of setting up and validating the new LCMS instrument.  We have encountered an issue; there is a problem between the Laboratory’s air system, the nitrogen generator, and the mass spectrometer component of the LCMS.  Waters has loaned the Crime Laboratory a nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor.  The nitrogen generator with the integral air compressor resolved the problem.  The Crime Laboratory is working with City Purchasing in order to purchase the upgraded nitrogen generator.  The upgraded nitrogen generator will cost approximately $1,800.00 more than the original nitrogen generator.  Currently City purchasing polices will not permit us to purchase the upgraded nitrogen generator without going through a several month procurement process.  The Crime Laboratory has reviewed the original Qiacube validation reports and it was determined that further evaluation was required.  Qiagen personnel responded to the Crime Laboratory multiple times in July to perform additional testing and to complete repairs on the Qiacubes, and the EZ1 instrument.  The Biology Unit reviewed the new validation report, and after discussions with Qiagen personnel everyone agreed that additional work is necessary. The Crime Laboratory’s two current FTIR instruments are so old that their manufacturer has advised us that they will not provide service to those instruments after the current calendar year.  On August 12, 2020 Assistant Police Director Christianne Kellett advised the Crime Laboratory that she had located funding to procure two new FTIR instruments.

    The Crime Laboratory has begun the process of setting up and validating the new LCMS instrument.  We have encountered an issue; there is a problem between the Laboratory’s air system, the nitrogen generator, and the mass spectrometer component of the LCMS.  The vendor has loaned the Crime Laboratory a nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor.  The nitrogen generator with the integral air compressor resolved the problem.  The Crime Laboratory is working with City Purchasing in order to purchase the upgraded nitrogen generator.  The upgraded nitrogen generator will cost approximately $1,800.00 more than the original nitrogen generator.  Currently City purchasing polices will not permit us to purchase the upgraded nitrogen generator without going through a several month procurement process.  The Crime Laboratory has reviewed the original Qiacube validation reports and it was determined that further evaluation was required.  Qiagen personnel responded to the Crime Laboratory multiple times in July to perform additional testing and to complete repairs on the Qiacubes, and the EZ1 instrument.  The Biology Unit reviewed the new validation report, and after discussions with Qiagen personnel everyone agreed that additional work is necessary. The Crime Laboratory’s two current FTIR instruments are so old that their manufacturer has advised us that they will not provide service to those instruments after the current calendar year.  On August 12, 2020 Assistant Police Director Christianne Kellett advised the Crime Laboratory that she had located funding to procure two new FTIR instruments.
  • Forensic Science Division (AB)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    Q1-SB Provide the Support Bureau updates on Mounted Patrol Unit duties so they better utilize resources in crime prevention / control. Mounted supervisor shall attend one All Staff meeting per month, introduce themselves, and summarize their duties and services provided.

    Mounted continues attending meetings and assisting patrol divisions and specialized units in different details related to crime prevention.

    They currently work the West 7th and Stockyards detail on Friday and Saturday nights.  

    Mounted continues attending meetings and assisting patrol divisions and specialized units in different details related to crime prevention.

    They currently work the West 7th and Stockyards detail on Friday and Saturday nights.  

    Mounted continues attending meetings and assisting patrol divisions and specialized units in different details related to crime prevention.

    They currently work the West 7th and Stockyards detail on Friday and Saturday nights.  
  • Mounted Patrol Unit (Q)
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  • Mounted Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AB4-SB Develop and submit a plan to use new personnel, equipment, and technology to expand the scope of services provided by the Crime Lab.

    The Crime Laboratory has acquired three new Qiacubes.  Currently Biology Unit personnel manually conduct DNA extractions.  The Qiacubes will be used to conduct automated DNA extractions.  The Qiacubes will be utilized in the processing of sexual assault evidence that has been evaluated both by traditional serological screening and Y-screening. The Crime Laboratory just acquired a new LCMS system.  This system will be used to quantify THC.  We will have to pass an ANAB Assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to beginning quantification casework.  We anticipate that it will be between March 2021 and June 2021 before we will be able to bring THC quantification testing online.  The Texas Forensic Science Commission has established a Working Group on STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation).  The Crime Laboratory has decided to postpone our validation of STRMIX until the Texas Forensic Science Commission has completed their work.  The Crime Laboratory reallocated funding that was originally designated for STRMIX validation to DNA outsourcing.

    The Crime Laboratory has acquired three new Qiacubes.  Currently Biology Unit personnel manually conduct DNA extractions.  The Qiacubes will be used to conduct automated DNA extractions.  The Qiacubes will be utilized in the processing of sexual assault evidence that has been evaluated both by traditional serological screening and Y-screening. The Crime Laboratory just acquired a new LCMS system.  This system will be used to quantify THC.  We will have to pass an ANAB Assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to beginning quantification casework.  We anticipate that it will be between March 2021 and June 2021 before we will be able to bring THC quantification testing online.  The Texas Forensic Science Commission has established a Working Group on STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation).  The Crime Laboratory has decided to postpone our validation of STRMIX until the Texas Forensic Science Commission has completed their work.  The Crime Laboratory reallocated funding that was originally designated for STRMIX validation to DNA outsourcing.

    The Crime Laboratory has acquired three new Qiacubes.  Currently Biology Unit personnel manually conduct DNA extractions.  The Qiacubes will be used to conduct automated DNA extractions.  The Qiacubes will be utilized in the processing of sexual assault evidence that has been evaluated both by traditional serological screening and Y-screening. The Crime Laboratory just acquired a new LCMS system.  This system will be used to quantify THC.  We will have to pass an ANAB Assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to beginning quantification casework.  We anticipate that it will be between June 2021 and September 2021 before we will be able to bring THC quantification testing online.  The Texas Forensic Science Commission has established a Working Group on STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation).  The Crime Laboratory has decided to postpone our validation of STRMIX until the Texas Forensic Science Commission has completed their work.  The Crime Laboratory reallocated funding that was originally designated for STRMIX validation to DNA outsourcing.
  • Forensic Science Division (AB)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    Q2-SB Increase training for unit to better utilize the benefits of a Mounted Unit.

    This item is being evaluated.

    This item is being evaluated.

    This item is being evaluated. 
  • Mounted Patrol Unit (Q)
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  • Mounted Lieutenant
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AB5-SB Explore a possible revenue stream by marketing and providing laboratory services to smaller agencies.

    Texas SB1325 took effect when it was signed by Governor Abbott on June 10, 2019, and legalizes hemp in the State of Texas.  Marijuana and hemp are both Cannabis sativa L plants containing Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol.  The difference between the two is the quantity of Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol present.  The Crime Laboratory needs new equipment in order to be able to quantify THC in evidentiary items.  A PO was issued on August 26, 2020 to procure a new LCMS system. The last component of the LCMS was received on Thursday, September 24, 2020.  We anticipate that it will be between March 2021 and June 2021 before we will be able to bring THC quantification testing online.  If the Chemistry Unit gets a new LCMS system and an additional chemist, the Crime Laboratory could begin to insource THC quantification cases.  This could be a good opportunity for insourcing THC cases from smaller agencies, since we may be the first government laboratory in the area with the ability to conduct THC quantification testing.  The Chemistry Unit would have to acquire additional personnel in order to insource THC testing, or the Unit’s turnaround time and backlog would increase.  COVID-19 has had a deleterious effect on the City’s budget; I do not foresee funding for an additional chemist position. 

    Texas SB1325 took effect when it was signed by Governor Abbott on June 10, 2019, and legalized hemp in the State of Texas.  Marijuana and hemp are both Cannabis sativa L plants containing Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol.  The difference between the two is the quantity of Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol present.  The Crime Laboratory needed new equipment in order to be able to quantify THC in evidentiary items.  The Crime Laboratory has begun the process of setting up the LCMS instrument and validating it.  Currently we are experiencing an issue with system’s nitrogen generator, and we need to procure a nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor.  We anticipate that it will be between March 2021 and June 2021 before we will be able to bring THC quantification testing online.  If the Chemistry Unit gets an additional chemist, the Crime Laboratory could begin to insource THC quantification cases.  This could be a good opportunity for insourcing THC cases from smaller agencies, since we may be the first government laboratory in the area with the ability to conduct THC quantification testing.  The Chemistry Unit would have to acquire additional personnel in order to insource THC testing, or the Unit’s turnaround time and backlog would increase.  COVID-19 has had a deleterious effect on the City’s budget; I do not foresee funding for an additional chemist position. 

    Texas SB1325 took effect when it was signed by Governor Abbott on June 10, 2019, and legalized hemp in the State of Texas.  Marijuana and hemp are both Cannabis sativa L plants containing Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol.  The difference between the two is the quantity of Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol present.  The Crime Laboratory needed new equipment in order to be able to quantify THC in evidentiary items.  The Crime Laboratory has begun the process of setting up the LCMS instrument.  Currently we are experiencing an issue with system’s nitrogen generator, and we need to procure a nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor.  We anticipate that it will be between June 2021 and September 2021 before we will be able to bring THC quantification testing online.  If the Chemistry Unit gets an additional chemist, the Crime Laboratory could begin to insource THC quantification cases.  This could be a good opportunity for insourcing THC cases from smaller agencies, since we may be the first government laboratory in the area with the ability to conduct THC quantification testing.  The Chemistry Unit would have to acquire additional personnel in order to insource THC testing, or the Unit’s turnaround time and backlog would increase.  COVID-19 has had a deleterious effect on the City’s budget; I do not foresee funding for an additional chemist position.  
  • Forensic Science Division (AB)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AC1-SB Reduce turnaround time for routine cases to 30 days and rush cases to a maximum of two weeks.

    August 28 to September 25, 2020                                                                     37 total cases currently in queue 118 total cases completed and reported • 22 BAC cases completed and reported • 96 CS cases completed and reported   5 Rush cases requested                                                                                                                                5 Rush cases completed within 14 days 100% of rush cases completed <14 days 100% total cases completed <30 days                                                                                                        Average days to complete case: 4 days 

    September 28 to October 28, 2020                                                                     12 total cases currently in queue 183 total cases completed and reported • 40 BAC cases completed and reported • 143 CS cases completed and reported   14 Rush cases requested                                                                                                                                14 Rush cases completed within 14 days 100% of rush cases completed <14 days 100% total cases completed <30 days                                                                                                        Average time to complete case: 2.8 days 

    October 29 to Novemver 20, 2020                                                                     16 total cases currently in queue 100 total cases completed and reported • 36 BAC cases completed and reported • 64 CS cases completed and reported   3 Rush cases requested                                                                                                                                3 Rush cases completed within 14 days 100% of rush cases completed <14 days 99% total cases completed <30 days                                                                                                        Average days to complete case: 2.9 days  
  • Chemistry Unit (AC)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • No Funding Needed
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    Q3-SB Increase civilian staff by one permanent Animal Technicians to provide for care and maintenance of the 19 horses.

    Completed.

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • Mounted Patrol Unit (Q)
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  • Division Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    AC2-SB Chemists will receive the required training and development licensure.

    Analyst: Web based / Articles Training for Professional Development Jason Allison: 11/ 40 Jennifer Naquin: 6 /4 Maria Olds: 15 /6 Sharon Patton: 0 / 0 Elizabeth Van: 2 /2 Courtney Vito: 4 /2 Teree Warren: 8 / 18

    Analyst: Web based / Articles Training for Professional Development Jason Allison: 2 / 31 Jennifer Naquin: 0 / 0 Maria Olds: 15 / 4 Sharon Patton: 7 / 0 Elizabeth Van: 2 / 0 Courtney Vito: 1 / 0 Teree Warren: 5 / 17

    Analyst: Web based / Articles Training for Professional Development Jason Allison: 23 / 11 Jennifer Naquin:0 / 0 Maria Olds: 3 / 1 Sharon Patton: 0 / 1 Elizabeth Van: 8 / 0 Courtney Vito: 1 / 0 Teree Warren: 1 / 11
  • Chemistry Unit (AC)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AC3-SB Acquire new and replacement instrumentation, technology and software as needed and in a timely manner.

    The PO for the LCMS and Nitrogen Generator for THC quantification testing was issued on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.  The LCMS instrument was delivered to the Crime Laboratory in three different containers; the last container was received on Thursday, September 24, 2020.  Supervisor Van is in the process of scheduling the vendor to respond to the Crime Laboratory to install the new LCMS.  The validation process will take approximately 6 to 9 months.                                        NEEDS ASSESSEMENT:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (6) dry vacuum pumps requested- HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    (2) FTIR instruments  - funding has been approved                                                                     Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will not be able to be serviced due to their age.  Christianne Kellett located funding for two new FTIR instruments and Supervisor Van had began the RFP process.                          

    In October Waters began the process of setting up and installing the new LCMS instrument.  During the installation process it was discovered that the Laboratory’s medical air compressor, which supplies carrier gas for the LCMS system, does not provide adequate pressure.  The vendor loaned the Laboratory a nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor; this solved the problem.  The Laboratory is working with City Purchasing to acquire the upgraded nitrogen generator.  We have also experienced some difficulty in purchasing the supplies necessary for the validation of the LCMS.  Once the necessary supplies have been obtained, we will schedule the vendor to assist with method-validation. The validation process will take approximately six to nine months.                                        Needs Assessment:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (6) dry vacuum pumps requested- HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    (2) FTIR instruments  - funding has been approved                                                       

    Our new LCMS was installed by Waters.  At the time of installation, it was discovered that the Laboratory’s air compressor was inadequate for the task of supplying carrier gas to the LCMS system.  A nitrogen generator with an integral air compressor was loaned to the Laboratory.  The purchase of necessary supplies for the validation process has run into delays.  Once we have acquired the necessary supplies, we will then be able to schedule the vendor to help with the method-validation process.  The validation process will take approximately 6 to 9 months.                                        NEEDS ASSESSEMENT:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          (6) dry vacuum pumps requested- HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    (2) FTIR instruments  - funding has been approved                                                                     Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will not be able to be serviced due to their age.  Christianne Kellett located funding for two new FTIR instruments and Supervisor Van has begun the RFP process.     

  • Chemistry Unit (AC)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AC4-SB Expand capacity in the Chemistry Unit to process bold alcohol testing as part of soliciting as many as 1,000 cases annually from local police departments.

    At our current staffing level, no insourcing of blood alcohol cases from external agencies will be feasible.  We have approved Needs Assessments for two additional chemists and one BAC analyst; however, no funds have been allocated.  If we insource cases without adding personnel, the Unit’s turnaround time would increase, which would be contrary to the Strategic Goal of reducing Unit turnaround times. 

    At our current staffing level, no insourcing of blood alcohol cases from external agencies will be feasible.  We have approved Needs Assessments for two additional chemists and one BAC analyst; however, no funds have been allocated.  If we insource cases without adding personnel, the Unit’s turnaround time would increase, which would be contrary to the Strategic Goal of reducing Unit turnaround times. 

    At our current staffing level, no insourcing of blood alcohol cases from external agencies will be feasible.  We have approved Needs Assessments for two additional chemists and one BAC analyst; however, no funds have been allocated.  If we insource cases without adding personnel, the Unit’s turnaround time would increase, which would be contrary to the Strategic Goal of reducing Unit turnaround times. 
  • Chemistry Unit (AC)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AD1-SB Reduce turnaround time for routine cases to 30 days and rush cases to a maximum of two weeks.

    September 1 to September 29, 2020 25 Cases completed. 11 (44%) had a turnaround time less than 30 days (average turnaround time is 206.68 days). 25 (100.0%) of 25 cases were completed in the Firearm Unit less than 30 days (The average time to complete a case once it gets into the Unit was 9.56 days). 1 of the 25 cases completed was a rush case. 1 of 1 (100%) was completed in less than 14 days; Average turnaround time was 4 days and average time in the unit was 4 days. No CPIs were completed. There were 262 entries into NIBIN with 29 leads (11.06% hit rate). 

    October 1 to October 29, 2020 19 Cases completed. 4 (21.05%) had a turnaround time less than 30 days (average turnaround time is 270.26 days). 19 (100.0%) of 19 cases were completed in the Firearm Unit in less than 30 days (The average time to complete a case once it gets into the Unit was 5.21 days). No CPIs and no rush cases were completed. There were 209 entries into NIBIN with 40 leads (19.13% hit rate). 

    November 1 to November 24, 2020 13 Cases completed. 9 (69.2%) had a turnaround time less than 30 days (average turnaround time is 60.61 days). 13 (100.0%) of 13 cases were completed in the Firearm Unit in less than 30 days (The average time to complete a case once it gets into the Unit was 6.9 days). 4 of the 13 cases completed were rush cases. 4 of 4 (100%) were completed in less than 14 days; average turnaround time was 6.25 days and average time in the unit was 6.25 days. No CPIs were completed. There were 209 entries into NIBIN with 46 leads (22.0% hit rate). 
  • Firearms Unit (AD)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    S1-SB Acquire four-wheel drive vehicles for all personnel assigned to SEER.

    Completed.

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • SEER Unit (S)
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  • Division Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    AD2-SB All Firearms examiners will receive required training and development to qualify for licensure.

    No members of the Firearm Unit attended training in the month of September.

    Forensic Scientist II Lorelei completed the Texas Forensic Science Commission’s mandatory Legal and Professional Responsibility course in the month of October.

    No members of the Firearm Unit attended training in the month of November.
  • Firearms Unit (AD)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    S2-SB Replace the Mobile Command Truck.

    Completed.

    Completed.

    Completed. 
  • SEER Unit (S)
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  • Patrol Deputy Chief
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  • Funding Needed
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    AD3-SB Submit a plan to increase the capacity of the Firearms Unit.

    On February 21, 2019, Police Chief Joel Fitzgerald approved the Crime Laboratory’s IOC on changes made to NIBIN protocols.  

    On February 21, 2019, Police Chief Joel Fitzgerald approved the Crime Laboratory’s IOC on changes made to NIBIN protocols.  

    On February 21, 2019, Police Chief Joel Fitzgerald approved the Crime Laboratory’s IOC on changes made to NIBIN protocols.  
  • Firearms Unit (AD)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    S3-SB Locate a climate-controlled warehouse for equipment storage out of the elements.

    Completed.

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • SEER Unit (S)
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  • Division Captain
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  • Funding Needed
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    AE1-SB Reduce turnaround time for routine cases to 30 days and rush cases to a maximum of two weeks.

    As of 9-25-20:  Average total turnaround time for September 2020: 260 days.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time for September 2020: 64 days.  The Biology Unit backlog as of 9-23-20 is 605 case records and 12 requests pending approval. The Biology Unit is significantly understaffed.  Of 6 positions, 3 are vacant.  The remaining members are the Forensic Supervisor, the CODIS Administrator, and a Forensic Scientist.

    The average turnaround time for all cases completed during October was 8 days. There were no rush requests during this month. 

    The average turnaround time for all cases completed during November was 9.6 days. There were no rush requests noted during this month. 
  • Latent Print Unit (AE)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AE2-SB All Latent Print examiners will receive required training and development to maintain certifications.

    Latent Print Examiner Heather Wigington is continuing her BS degree program. Latent Print Supervisor Deborah Smith completed two Qualtrax webinars and provided training to CFW employees on Creative Problem Solving.

    Latent Print Technician Jamie Mueller provided fingerprint processing training to officers at the TCC Academy, and the FWPD Academy's Intermediate Crime Scene class.  Latent Print Examiner Heather Wigington is continuing her BS degree program.  Latent Print Supervisor Deborah Smith attended the SWAFS online training conference and the AFQAM online training conference, participated in 4 webinars (Qualtrax, A2LA, HFSC & OSAC), participated in virtual Qualtrax training, and conducted an ANAB surveillance assessment for St. Paul, Minnesota PD Crime Laboratory.

    Latent Print Examiner Heather Wigington is continuing her BS degree program.  Latent Print Examiner Pat Wertheim provided comparison training to other latent print examiners.  Latent Print Supervisor Deborah Smith participated in 4 sessions of Qualtrax training, 1 A2LA webinar, and 1 NIJ webinar.
  • Latent Print Unit (AE)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AE3-SB Submit a plan to expand the services of the Latent Print Unit.

    The Latent Print Unit will be providing its extra superglue chamber, and training on its use, to the Gang & Narcotics Units once the COVID-19 crisis has lessened and it is safe to come together for the training. The Latent Print Unit has also offered to assist CSSU with additional processing of evidence and taking on some of the officer training responsibilities, in an effort to maximize the services offered by both units.

    The Latent Print Unit will be providing its extra superglue chamber, and training on its use, to the Gang & Narcotics Units once the COVID-19 crisis has lessened and it is safe to come together for the training. The Latent Print Unit has also offered to assist CSSU with additional processing of evidence, and taking on some of the officer training responsibilities in an effort to maximize the services offered by both units.

    The Latent Print Unit will be providing its extra superglue chamber, and training on its use, to the Gang & Narcotics Units once the COVID-19 crisis has lessened and it is safe to come together for the training. The Latent Print Unit has also offered to assist CSSU with the additional processing of evidence, and taking on some of the officer training responsibilities in an effort to maximize the services offered by both units.
  • Latent Print Unit (AE)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AF1-SB Reduce turnaround time for routine cases to under 3 months, for case assignment to report, and reduce the total turnaround time to under one year.

    As of 9-25-20:  Average total turnaround time for September 2020: 260 days.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time for September 2020: 64 days.  The Biology Unit backlog as of 9-23-20 is 605 case records and 12 requests pending approval. The Biology Unit is significantly understaffed.  Of 6 positions, 3 are vacant.  The remaining members are the Forensic Supervisor, the CODIS Administrator, and a Forensic Scientist.

    As of 10-28-20:  Average total turnaround time for October 2020: 39 days.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time for October 2020: 38 days.  The Biology Unit backlog as of 10-28-20 is 648 case records and 13 requests pending approval. The Biology Unit is significantly understaffed.  Of 6 positions, 3 are vacant.  The remaining members are the Forensic Supervisor, the CODIS Administrator, and a Forensic Scientist. 

    As of 11-23-20:  No cases have been reported this month.  Biology Unit staff are currently working on the interpretation/reporting of a large death penalty case.  Other cases are in the review stages but have not been completed as of this date.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time for November 2020: n/a.  The Biology Unit backlog as of 11-23-20 is 635 case records and 9 requests pending approval. The Biology Unit is significantly understaffed.  Of 6 positions, 3 are vacant.  The remaining members are the Forensic Supervisor, the CODIS Administrator, and a Forensic Scientist who is currently on FMLA. 
  • Biology Unit (AF)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AF2-SB Biologists will receive required training and development to qualify for licensure.

    Forensic Supervisor Cassie Johnson and Forensic Scientist III Uvonna Alexander both virtually attended the International Symposium on Human Identification meeting, as well as complete the City's 2020 Online Security training.  

    Forensic Supervisor Cassie Johnson and Forensic Scientist III Uvonna Alexander both virtually completed the Texas Forensic Science Commission's Legal and Mandatory Professional Responsibility Training.  Forensic Scientist III Uvonna Alexander virtually attended a workshop regarding probabilistic genotyping.  Forensic Supervisor Cassie Johnson additionally completed a leadership course and the City's CJIS training.

    Forensic Supervisor Cassie Johnson and Forensic Scientist III Uvonna Alexander both virtually attended a webinar entitled "Forensic Genetic Genealogy: Practical Considerations to Improve Outcomes and Forenseq Forensic Genomics Solutions".  Forensic Scientist III Uvonna Alexander additionally completed the City's CJIS training.  Forensic Supervisor Cassie Johnson additionally completed a leadership course.
  • Biology Unit (AF)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AF3-SB Validate Global filer DNA test kit with expanded Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) loci.

    Quantifier Trio and Global Filer are actively being used in casework.

    Quantifier Trio and Global Filer are actively being used in casework.

    Quantifier Trio and Global Filer are actively being used in casework.
  • Biology Unit (AF)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AG1-SB Submit a plan to eliminate multiple identifying numbers for individuals listed in the Records Management System.

    No update. 

    No update

    No update.
  • Warrants and Identification Unit (AG)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AG2-SB Improve the Laserfiche jail records project to make the process easier to accomplish and look at a way to electronically send records to Laserfiche and file instead of printing and rescanning.

    This is on track.  Will meet with IT soon to start this project.  Staff wil continue to scan and file until we an figure this out.  

    Staff are still scanning and indexing these records  .  IT is unable to do this for now.  Will readdress in a few months

    Staff is continuing to work on this and are about 50% completed.  They are keeping up with recent arrests and scanning each day
  • Warrants and Identification Unit (AG)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AG3-SB Conduct workload analysis and evaluate staffing needs annually to determine if additional staff is needed.

    We are fully staffed.  Still need the additional position for all the arrest audits and responsibilities this unit has.

    We are fully staffed.  Still need the additional position for all the arrest audits and responsibilities this unit has.

    No updates.  Need funding for new positions but during COVID hard to analyze this
  • Warrants and Identification Unit (AG)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AG4-SB Increase staff by one Identification Technician.

    Same- no change.  Needs assessment is still on the books for this position.  Need funding.  

    Same- no change.  Needs assessment is still on the books for this position.  Need funding.  

    Same- no change.  Needs assessment is still on the books for this position.  Need funding.  
  • Warrants and Identification Unit (AG)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AH1-SB Evaluate staffing needs annually to ensure personnel are able to adequately handle call load, averaging less than 10 calls being held to pass on to the following shift.

    We have 5 vacancies in this unit.  We are taking a lot more calls because of COVID. We have 7 LD officers assigned to us at this time.  

    We are still struggling to handle the additional calls given to this unit during Covid.  (See monthly call stats)  We are sending 20+ calls to next shift.  We currently have 3 vacancies.  We have 5 LD officers at this time.  DRU has been unable to keep up with the Juvenile Sealing and Expungements due to call load nor have they been able to keep up with report review.  

     We currently have 3 vacancies but al positions are filled.  Waiting to transfer staff from Communications.  We stil have 5 LD officers assisting with calls during COVID.  Juvenile sealings are 95% complete from last month due to pulling in Records staff and management to assist.  The same staff will work on Adult expungements during the next two months to catch these up.  Youth division will be trained on how to process Juvenile sealings in December.  
  • Data Reporting Unit (AH)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AH2-SB Implement training program to increase staff retention.

    Completed.

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • Data Reporting Unit (AH)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AJ1-SB Implement bar coding system for property and evidence take in.

    completed

    Completed.

    Completed.
  • Property Records Management Unit (AI)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AI2-SB Finalize the Accident Report contract to sell accident reports online and include in kiosks that would be available in all divisions for citizens to purchase reports from the kiosk or online.
    Complete- Kiosks are not needed since citizens have been able to get everything they need during the past two months due to our building closing.  Showing this complete to take off the list.  

    Complete- Kiosks are not needed since citizens have been able to get everything they need during the past two months due to our building closing.  Showing this complete to take off the list.  

    Complete- Kiosks are not needed since citizens have been able to get everything they need during the past two months due to our building closing.  Showing this complete to take off the list.  

  • Property Records Management Unit (AI)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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    AJ2-SB Upgrade security camera system.

    M&C went to the City Council in September for approval

    Still waiting on the security monitors to be hooked up in office area for live feed / spoke with both M Munday & Drew Pavel requested. update

    Still waiting on the security monitors to be hooked up in office area for live feed / security company has been onsite twice working on this.
  • Property Records Management Unit (AI)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • No Funding Needed
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    AJ3-SB Obtain additional storage for the property and evidence room to include new refrigeration for blood/DNA evidence and warehouse space for long term homicide/sexual assault DNA evidence.

    No new updates.

    met with team to verify budget and any additional needs so plans and space can be drawn out and funding adjusted.    

    Security company & M Munday on site to follow up on security needs and get bid information
  • Property Records Management Unit (AI)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
    •