Investigative & Support Command

Support Bureau
Goals Accomplishments Division / Unit / Section Responsible Party - Lead Funding Status
Mar-20 Apr-20 May-20
M1-SB Increase participation in volunteer programs by 5% each year: Citizens on Patrol, Ministers Against Crime, Clergy and Police Alliance, Citizens Police Academy.

Monthly meeting with CAPA and MAC held prior to suspension of activities due to COVID -19.    

Monthly meeting with CAPA and MAC held prior to suspension of activities due to COVID -19.    

CAPA /MAC and officers participated in the TX Harris SW Prayer celebration for Helathcare Heroes event at that location on May 7th. 
  • 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 Spring Break and extended break due to COVID-19. 0 school threats   addressed,  4 cases filed. 

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

    No  presentations were made at school locations due to Spring Break and extended break due to COVID-19. 0 school threats   addressed,  0 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 March due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in April  due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in May 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 FY2020 or later. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation not expected until FY2020 or later. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation not expected until FY2020 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 March due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in April due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in May 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.
  • 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 FY2020. No additions in 2019. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation not expected until FY2020. No additions in 2019. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation not expected until FY2020. No additions in 2019. Awaiting funding.
  • 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.

    270 cases assigned/228 cleared. When evidence/cases allow, it is presented to the District Attorney within 90 days.

    217 cases assigned/221 cleared. When evidence/cases allow, it is presented to the District Attorney within 90 days.

    260 cases assigned/219 cleared. When evidence/cases allow, it is 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 March due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in April due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in May due to Coronavirus restrictions.
  • 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.

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

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

    626 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 in March due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in April due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in May 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 proscess 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 in March due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in April h due to Coronavirus restrictions.

    No training in May 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.
  • 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.
  • Victim Assistance Section (W)
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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 FY20. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation   expected FY20. Awaiting funding.

    Implementation   expected FY20. 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.    

    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 FY20. Working on backlog. December backlog is 14 phones, 0   computers and 0 videos.

    Implementation   expected in FY20. Working on backlog. April backlog is 11 phones, 5   computers and 0 videos.

    Implementation   expected in FY20. Working on backlog. May backlog is 23 phones, 2   computers and 0 videos.
  • Digital Forensics Lab Unit (AA)
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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 14 different entries in the Laboratory’s Professional Development Log for the month of March. 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 $27,870.00.   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 72 different entries in the Laboratory’s Professional Development Log for the month of April.  The majority of these entries were for personnel participating in webinars. 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 118 different entries in the Laboratory’s Professional Development Log for the month of May. These training entries 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.
  • 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.

    The Crime Laboratory is in the final phase of completing the Qiacube validation process.  The Biology Unit still needs to review the final validation report, process training samples and complete competency tests prior to the implementation of Qiacube processing in casework. The Crime Laboratory is going to receive seized asset forfeiture funding to purchase a LCMS instrument in first half of 2020.  The LCMS will permit the Crime Laboratory to conduct THC quantification testing.  We will have to pass an ANAB assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to beginning quantification casework. The Crime Laboratory also has grant funding to validate STRMIX (probabilistic genotyping); however, the Texas Forensic Science Commission has launched a Working Group regarding STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation), so this project is currently on hold. The Crime Laboratory needs funding to purchase two new FTIR instruments.  The Lab’s current FTIRs are so old that the manufactures has advised us that they will not provide service to those instruments after the 2020 calendar year.

    The Crime Laboratory is in the final phase of completing the Qiacube validation process.  The Biology Unit still needs to review the final validation report, process training samples and complete competency tests prior to the implementation of Qiacube processing in casework. The Crime Laboratory is going to receive seized asset forfeiture funding to purchase a LCMS instrument sometime in 2020.  The LCMS will permit the Crime Laboratory to conduct THC quantification testing.  We will have to pass an ANAB Assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to beginning quantification casework. Christianne Kellett did an excellent job of identifying a fundingsource that could be used to purchase a LCMS.  In December 2019 Ms. Kellett received City Council permission to use seized asset forfeiture funds to purchase a LCMS instrument for the Crime Laboratory.  The City’s procurement process is extremely slow, and as the end of April 2020 we still have not received permission from IT Purchasing to order the instrument. The Crime Laboratory also has grant funding to validate STRMIX (probabilistic genotyping); however, the Texas Forensic Science Commission has launched a Working Group regarding STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation), so this project is currently on hold. The Crime Laboratory needs funding to purchase two new FTIR instruments.  The Lab’s current FTIRs are so old that the manufacture has advised us that they will not provide service to those instruments after the 2020 calendar year.

    The Crime Laboratory is in the final phase of completing the Qiacube validation process.  The Biology Unit still needs to review the final validation report, process training samples and complete competency tests prior to the implementation of Qiacube processing in casework. The Crime Laboratory is going to receive seized asset forfeiture funding to purchase a LCMS instrument sometime in 2020.  The LCMS will permit the Crime Laboratory to conduct THC quantification testing.  We will have to pass an ANAB Assessment, and have quantification testing added to our Scope of Accreditation, prior to beginning quantification casework. Christianne Kellett did an excellent job of identifying a funding source that could be used to purchase a LCMS.  In December 2019 Ms. Kellett received City Council permission to use seized asset forfeiture funds to purchase a LCMS instrument for the Crime Laboratory.  The City’s procurement process is extremely slow, and as the end of May 2020 we still have not received permission from IT Purchasing to order the instrument. The Crime Laboratory also has grant funding to validate STRMIX (probabilistic genotyping); however, the Texas Forensic Science Commission has launched a Working Group regarding STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation), so this project is currently on hold. The Crime Laboratory needs funding to purchase two new FTIR instruments.  The Lab’s current FTIRs are so old that the manufacture has advised us that they will not provide service to those instruments after the 2020 calendar year.
  • Forensic Science Division (AB)
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  • Investigative & Support Command Deputy Chief
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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 is currently in the process of procuring a 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. The Crime Laboratory also has grant funding to validate STRMIX (probabilistic genotyping); however, the Texas Forensic Science Commission has launched a Working Group regarding STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation), so this project is currently on hold.

    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 is currently in the process of procuring a 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. The Crime Laboratory also has grant funding to validate STRMIX (probabilistic genotyping); however, the Texas Forensic Science Commission has launched a Working Group regarding STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation), so this project is currently on hold.

    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 is currently in the process of procuring a 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. The Crime Laboratory also has grant funding to validate STRMIX (probabilistic genotyping); however, the Texas Forensic Science Commission has launched a Working Group regarding STRMIX (including a committee focused on validation), so this project is currently on hold.
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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  • 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.  The Crime Laboratory is currently working with IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS system.  If the Crime Laboratory is able to physically acquire a new LCMS system by the beginning of June 2020, it would be the begining of the 2021 calendar year before we could 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 Lab 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. 

    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.  The Crime Laboratory is currently working with IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS system.  If the Crime Laboratory is able to physically acquire a new LCMS system by July 2020, it will be well into the 2021 calendar year before we could 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 Lab 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.  Due to City budget difficulties due to COVID-19, I do not foresee funding for additional chemist positions.  
    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.  The Crime Laboratory is currently working with IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS system.  If the Crime Laboratory is able to physically acquire a new LCMS system by August 2020, it will be well into the 2021 calendar year before we could 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 Lab 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. 

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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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    AC1-SB Reduce turnaround time for routine cases to 30 days and rush cases to a maximum of two weeks.

    February 26 to March 27, 2020   

    21 cases currently in queue 260 CS cases completed and reported

    33 BAC cases completed     

    0 BAC cases backlogged        

    5 Rush cases requested

    5 Rush cases completed within 14 days

    100% of rush cases completed <14 days

    99.6% total cases completed <30 days        

     Average days to complete case: 4.05 days 

    March 29 to April 27, 2020                                                                                 21 cases currently in queue 91 cases completed and reported 18 BAC cases completed                                                                                                                                     0 BAC cases backlogged                                                                                                                                                                                                           8 Rush cases requested                                                                                                                                8 Rush cases completed within 14 days 100% of rush cases completed <14 days 100% total cases completed <30 days                                                                                                        Average days to complete case:   4.1 days 

    April 28 to May 27, 2020                                                                                 37 cases currently in queue 142 cases completed and reported 37 BAC cases completed                                                                                                                                     0 BAC cases backlogged                                                                                                                                                                                                          15 Rush cases requested                                                                                                                                15 Rush cases completed within 14 days 100% of rush cases completed <14 days 100% total cases completed <30 days                                                                                                        Average days to complete case: 2.1 days 
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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    AC2-SB Chemists will receive the required training and development licensure.

    Forensic Scientist III Sharon Patton attended DEA South Central "Instrumental Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting”, Forensic Technology Center of Excellence "The Sequel-Marijuana or Hemp: From Farm Bill to Forensic Analysis",   Forensic Scientist III Jennifer Naquin attended DEA South Central "Instrumental Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting".   Forensic Scientist III Teree Warren attended DEA South Central “Instrumental Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting". Forensic Supervisor Van attended DEA South Central “Instrumental Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting", Agilent Webinar - Preparing for Lab Shutdown: GC and GCMS, RTI Webinar - The Sequel - Marijuana or Hemp: From Farm Bill to Forensic Analysis.  Forensic Scientist III Courtney Vito attended DEA South Central "Instrumental Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting", SIRCHIE ED AND TRAINING - Hemp/CBD Screening, Agilent GC-0GEN-1000s - Fundamentals of Gas Chromatography Video Series, Thermo Fisher webinar: How to Analyze 12 Different Forensic Samples

    Analyst: Web based training / Articles reading for professional development Jason Allison: 7 / 7 Jennifer Naquin: 15 / 7 Maria Olds: 10 / 5 Sharon Patton: 14 / 0 Elizabeth Van: 11 / 1 Courtney Vito: 9 / 12 Teree Warren: 7 / 12

    Analyst: Web based / Articles training for Professional Development Jason Allison: 13 / 4 Sharon Patton: 50 / 9 Jennifer Naquin: 15 / 3 Maria Olds: 14 / 3 Courtney Vito: 7 / 0 Teree Warren: 6 / 1 Elizabeth Van: 11 / 0
  • 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 Lab is awaiting approval from IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS and Nitrogen Generator for THC quantification testing. Agilent PM requested for GC-FID (due April 2020)                                                                          Agilent Pm requested for GC-FID-MS (due May 2020)     NEEDS ASSESSEMENT:                                                                                                                         (1)  Microdiluter was requested for BAC analysis; rated as HIGH priority                                                                                                                    (6) dry vacuum pumps requested- HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     (2) FTIR instruments  - HIGH priority rating                                                                         Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will probably not be able to be serviced due to age.                                                                              

    The Lab is awaiting approval from IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS and Nitrogen Generator for THC quantification testing. Agilent PM requested for GC-FID (taken out of service on April 30 due to lack of proper preventative maintenance)                                                                          Agilent PM requested for GC-FID-MS (due May 2020)     NEEDS ASSESSEMENT:                                                                                                                         (1)  Microdiluter was requested for BAC analysis; rated as HIGH priority                                                                                                                    (6) dry vacuum pumps requested- HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     (2) FTIR instruments  - HIGH priority rating                                                                         Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will probably not be able to be serviced due to age.                                                                            

    The Lab is awaiting approval from IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS and Nitrogen Generator for THC quantification testing. NEEDS ASSESSEMENT:                                                                                                                         (1)  Microdiluter was requested for BAC analysis - HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                     (6) dry vacuum pumps requested - HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     (2) FTIR instruments  - HIGH priority rating                                                                         Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will probably not be able to be serviced due to age.                                                                          
  • 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 time. 

    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. 

    The Lab is awaiting approval from IT Purchasing to procure a LCMS and Nitrogen Generator for THC quantification testing. NEEDS ASSESSEMENT:                                                                                                                         (1)  Microdiluter was requested for BAC analysis - HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                     (6) dry vacuum pumps requested - HIGH priority rating                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     (2) FTIR instruments  - HIGH priority rating                                                                         Note: after 2020 the existing Laboratory FTIR instruments will probably not be able to be serviced due to age.                                                                          
  • 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.

    March 1 to March 30, 2020 7 Cases completed. 6 (85.7%) had a turnaround time less than 30 days (average turnaround time is 59.2 days). 7 (100%) of 7 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 9.4 days). 1 CPIs was completed, and 1 case was inter-compared to CPI. They were both completed in less than 30 days; Turnaround time & time in the unit was 14 days for both cases. There were 211 entries into NIBIN with 31 leads (14.7% hit rate).

    April 1 to April 29, 2020 24 Cases completed. 2 (8.3%) had a turnaround time less than 30 days (average turnaround time is 408.83 days). 24 (100%) of 24 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 10.0 days). 0 CPIs were completed. There were 182 entries into NIBIN with 26 leads (14.2% hit rate).

    May 1 to May 28, 2020 25 Cases completed. 7 (28%) had a turnaround time less than 30 days (average turnaround time is 227.44 days). 25 (100%) 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 8.08 days). 1 CPI was completed; it was completed in less than 30 days; Turnaround time was 21 days and & time in the unit was 7 days. There were 232 entries into NIBIN with 51 leads (21.98% hit rate).
  • Firearms Unit (AD)
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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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 March.

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

    No members of the Firearm Unit attended training in the month of May.
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  • Forensic Lab Manager
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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, the Chief approved the Crime Laboratory’s IOC on changes made to NIBIN protocols.  

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

    On February 21, 2019, the Chief 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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    AE1-SB Reduce turnaround time for routine cases to 30 days and rush cases to a maximum of two weeks.

    The average turnaround time for all cases completed during March was 4.4 days. There were no rush requests during this month. 

    The average turnaround time for all cases completed during March was 3.5 days. There were no rush requests during this month. 

    The average turnaround time for all cases completed during March was 4.3 days. There were no rush requests during this month. 
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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 degree program.  Latent Print Examiner Pat Wertheim wrote a recollection piece on a famous case for the California Friction Ridge Study Group.

    Latent Print Examiner Heather Wigington is continuing her BS degree program and completed a webinar on COVID-19. Latent Print Technician Jamie Mueller completed a webinar on COVID-19. Latent Print Examiner Pat Wertheim is continuing to write and edit a recollection piece on a famous case for the California Friction Ridge Study Group. Latent Print Supervisor participated in webinars on Qualtrax, A2LA, and a black box study on palm prints.

    Latent Print Examiner Heather Wigington is continuing her BS degree program. Latent Print Supervisor Deborah Smith participated in a webinar on Qualtrax and the virtual World Conference for Quality Improvement hosted by the American Society for Quality.  Latent Print Supervisor Smith also gave a presentation on Verification and Peer Reviews to the European International Association for Identification.
  • 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 is still awaiting notification of when the extra superglue chamber will be picked up by gang/narcotics, as well as when training on its use can be scheduled. The LPU has also offered to assist CSSU with more processing of evidence and taking on some of the officer training, in an effort to maximize services offered by both units.

    The Latent Print Unit is still awaiting notification of when the extra superglue chamber will be picked up by gang/narcotics, as well as when training on its use can be scheduled. The LPU has also offered to assist CSSU with more processing of evidence and taking on some of the officer training, in an effort to maximize services offered by both units.

    The Latent Print Unit will be providing the extra superglue chamber and training on its use to Gang/Narcotics once the COVID-19 crisis is reduced to safe levels. The Latent Print Unit has also offered to assist CSSU with additional processing of evidence and taking on some of the officer training, in an effort to maximize 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 3-24-20:  Average total turnaround time for March 2020: 335 days.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time: 107 days.   The Biology Unit backlog as of 3-24-20 is 672 case records and 15 requests pending approval.     

    As of 4-28-20:  Average total turnaround time for April 2020: 813 days.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time: 442 days.   The Biology Unit backlog as of 4-28-20 is 636 case records and 4 requests pending approval.     **NOTE: due to COVID-19, Biology Unit personnel have been telecommuting.  Much of this work has been focused on writing and technically reviewing piles of previously processed casework (e.g. lab work done, but pending interpretation/write-up/technical review).  Approximately 48 cases (of the 636 referenced above) have been already been written and reviewed - they are pending corrections and the final sign-off before the reports can be released.  Since these reports have not been issued yet they are not counted in the turnaround time metrics above.  Another ~15 cases (NOT included in the 636 referenced above) which were previously outsourced to a vendor lab were also technically reviewed while telecommuting.

    As of 5-28-20:  Average total turnaround time for May 2020: 620 days.  Case assignment to report average turnaround time: 379 days.   The Biology Unit backlog as of 5-28-20 is 629 case records and 4 requests pending approval.    
  • 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 Scientists III Trisa Crutcher and Uvonna Alexander, as well as Forensic Supervisor Cassie Johnson, participated in a web-based teachback about the QIAcube instrumentation.

    Forensic Scientist III Uvonna Alexander completed the web-based FBI QAS Auditor Training.

    Biology Unit members did not participate in any continuing education in May 2020.
  • 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.

    Still waiting on follow up to set this up.      

    Reached out to Central Square help desk for instructions on this to see if we can use or attempt to use their tool

    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.

    Laserfiche was upgraded.  ID staff are working on this now.  We do have one cadet working on filing the backlog electronically.  

    This is still an ongoing project  We will continue to work on the backlog and improving the process.  We will meet with IT this summer for suggestions with the Laserfiche experts

    Spoke with the FWPD programmer. Staff is working on the back log during the slower Pandemic times. 
  • 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.

    Applications are being reviewed for Phone interviews.  An IOC has to be sent up the chain of command to get approval for hiring for this essential position.  Hopefully the new hire can start by the end of April.  

     Current staff are functioning without this position but that is because arrests and warrant service is down as well as fingerprinting is being done by appointment only.  If the department lifts the warrant service and we again serve misd warrants, we will need to fill this position this summer.  

    We were able to post internally only for this position.  
  • 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.

    3 were hired and will be starting training in DRU started March 30th.  1 additional person was hired but won't start until the end of April (applicant is in California and has shelter in place for now)   1 from communication will transfer towards the end of April.  

    We have hired for all the positions but due to COVID they won't start until this summer.  A separate email was sent to DC Kamper on April 24th.  The two vacancies we have are on hold.  One in california and one in communications.  We have one probationary employee that we may have to let go if things don't improve.  

    We have 3 openings.  ACM sent an email to the chief to hold off on hiring and fill with officers.  We are down to 6 light duty officers and 1 that telecommutes.
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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.
    On April 13th,   Munday and I had phone call and emailed regarding this topic.  It appears because of COVID, this would not be necessary since citizens are being referred ONLINE to get their accident reports and we have heard no complaints that I am aware of.  I think we should continue to refer citizens online.   

    On April 13th,   Munday and I had phone call and emailed regarding this topic.  It appears because of COVID, this would not be necessary since citizens are being referred ONLINE to get their accident reports and we have heard no complaints that I am aware of.  I think we should continue to refer citizens online.   

    On April 13th,   Munday and I had phone call and emailed regarding this topic.  It appears because of COVID, this would not be necessary since citizens are being referred ONLINE to get their accident reports and we have heard no complaints that I am aware of.  I think we should continue to refer citizens online.   

  • 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.

    Still waiting on the last couple of cameras to be installed and the security monitors to be hooked up

    still waiting on the last couple of cameras to be installed and the security monitors to be hooked up

    Still waiting on the last couple of cameras to be installed and the security monitors to be hooked up
  • 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.

    Multiple meetings are held that reference what is a mandatory need vs not necessary to narrow down funding needs

    Received updated budget information from B McGibson - ongoing

    No New updates.
  • Property Records Management Unit (AI)
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  • Property & Records Manager
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  • Funding Needed
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