Police Chief Andrew Mills opened his remarks at the EPD and private security summit today with, "Thank you for giving us your time during this busy season."
"I see a very diverse group of people in terms of security and activity you perform and that is healthy. At any given time at night, there are three police officers working; private security has four times that number," said Chief Mills.
"For public safety, it is good for us to work together and make Eureka safe and livable community," said Chief Mills. "I'm proud of Eureka but let's face it, we have issues."
Towards the end of his remarks, in response to a comment, he spontaneously responded, "Amen", then caught himself and said,"Oh, I can't even say that because I will get sued."
He introduced Eureka resident Gene Bass who proposed this idea to him and he thanked Mrs. Albin, who got an ovation. Both Chief Mills and Mr. Bass said the attendance exceeded their expectations. Mr. Bass said there will be other conferences, including a similar event for the public.
Next to speak was Eureka City Manager Greg Sparks. The first panel discussion was about laws of arrest and prosecution, Presenters were ADA Kelly Neel and Eureka City Attorney Cyndi Day-Wilson. Mental illness and transient issues by EPD homeless liaison Pamlyn Millsap and trespass issues by Detective Josh Siipola.
There was information sharing by Captain Watson and PIO Powell that focused on common goals between the policecand private security, what types of information could be shared and resources. Law enforcement, dispatch and Communications was the last presentation by Communications Supervisor Jenelle Crinch.
John, Are these meetings open to the public? Where are they announced if so?
ReplyDeleteElizabeth, this was a training and information for private security but if anyone had shown up, they could have observed.
DeleteThe reason it was not publicized to public was because it is the first one and geared to private security.
Mr. Gene Bass said there are plans in the future for a similar meeting for the public.
I covered it because I knew some of the information would be helpful to all of us.
Yes. thank you. I'm trying to get involved to find out how I can help the "powers", but seem to miss all these meetings until after they take place. thank you for your reply & for posting about the meeting.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth, they all have emails on websites and you can give feedback or arrange to meet with them.
DeleteAfter the Thanksgiving holiday, if you need site links, I can help. Thank you for your comment.