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Minutes
Crime Control and Prevention District
March 13,2002
Members Present:
Vicki Alexander Danny Mora
Larry Baker Butch Pool
Linda Bridges RoseMarie Soto
John Heldenfels Isaac Valencia
W.L. Hermis
Chairperson Linda Bridges called the meeting to order. The minutes for February 20, 2002 were
amended and approved on a motion by Baker, second by Bridges.
The Board reviewed the proposed resolution for the 5-year plan. Bryan Smith reviewed the 5
and 10-year plan and stated staff is recommending the 5-year plan due to fluctuating revenues
and expenditures that may make it difficult to project for 10 years. Isaac Valencia asked if
insurance increases and cost of living increases were included in the proposal. Bryan Smith said
yes. Mark McDaniel stated insurance increases in FY 02/03 will be 3%, but may be higher in
outer years. Therefore, the 5% increase projected is a good figure to use in the 5-year plan. The
resolution supporting the 5-year plan was approved on a motion by Baker, second by Alexander.
Bryan Smith distributed information on the mechanics of the November continuation election
and stated that staff was recommending the November date. Bridges agreed because more people
will come out for the general election and we need to maximize voters. The Board agreed to an
election date in November.
Jeff Swartzbeck presented the finance Directors report. Revenues are $15,000 ahead of
projections and Mark McDaniel stated the sales tax revenue is very promising as compared to the
state and national trend.
Valencia asked if the replacement vehicles should be covered by the General Fund as well as the
City Marshals. Bryan Smith stated at this point any of the existing programs may be considered
to be diverted to the General Fund. McDaniel stated we would have to do some transitioning if
that is what it takes to keep the District solvent. Bridges would like to see a per officer cost to
see just how many officers we can keep into the future (after 5 years). She further stated grant
funding should continue to be explored to subsidize the Juvenile Assessment Center. Pool asked
if we had any grants going at this time. Mariah Boone stated we have a Title V grant for
$250,000 that expands the JAC.
Smith discussed the FY 02/03 budget and the proposal to move the higher paid officers out of the
District and into the General Fund. McDaniel stated the proposal is not included in the 02/03
budget at this time and the shifting would probably not occur until 2003/2004 in order to reduce
the impact on the General Fund. Baker asked about the overtime for officers and our policy for
officers working overtime. Bridges asked for an explanation of the Other Pay line item in the
budget.
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The dissolution of the Pawn Shop Detail was discussed. Smith stated that due to the
improvement of automation and the downloading of tickets from local pawnshops, the
processing of information has improved greatly; however, 10% of the pawn shops still are not
automated. Bridges would like to note on this program that we are not returning back to where
we were prior to the District. The automation has improved the situation greatly.
Pat Eldridge reviewed the budget calendar and reminded members of the joint meeting with City
Council on March 26.
Vicki Alexander asked if the Legal Advisor position was being eliminated on April 1, 2003.
Smith said yes. Bridges would like a list of civilian positions that are being eliminated on April
1, 2003.
Smith reviewed current projects. Bridges asked for the status on the video imaging system.
Chief Alvarez stated it will cost an additional estimated $7,500 to complete the project and we
are working with the Sheriff.
Mariah Boone reviewed the Title V Grant application that funds the juvenile judge and 4 case
managers.
Smith distributed a memo on the dissolution of the District if it should fail in November.
Alexander inquired about using funds for traffic lights on FM624 to deal with traffic problems.
The estimated cost is$100,000 and asked if the district can utilize funds for this.
It was suggested that the public comment be moved to the beginning of the meeting.
Abel Alonzo stated he would like to comment on each agenda item as well as at the public
comment. He further stated he believes the City should absorb some costs in the General Fund
and that the District should not lose sight of the 50 officers. He will support the resolution and
lend support to the November election.
The meeting adjourned at 4:00 pm.
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