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Carol Lyons, IES Executive Director, Sean Mangus, IES Tree Project Manager, and
John Kelly, IES Growing the Greenbelt Program Coordinator.
Councilmember DiTullio, who has been involved with this program, had City Forestry supervisor
Margaret Paget join the group. He explained this is the third year that the Parks Department, IES and
his WRHS Career Exploration Classes (about 30 students) will be working in the greenbelt to plant trees,
build wildlife protection devices for trees, and learn about parks and forestry careers. He presented IES
with additional monies that will be used to purchase larger and more trees:
Donation of public outreach funds from Councilmembers Starker, Wooden, Pond,
DiTullio and City Manager Patrick Goff totaling $1,100
Personal check from Mayor Jay for $100
Personal check from City Attorney Jerry Dahl $100
Carol Lyons gave remarks about working with Mr. DiTullio, Margaret Paget, and all the community
volunteers on the challenge of keeping up the priceless jewel the Greenbelt is without a lot of resources.
They are still replacing trees from the storm of 2009, but the survival rate has been high —
90%. Volunteers are welcome to join them Friday, April 17 from 9:00 — noon in the Greenbelt. Tonight's
donations will be used to match a $2,000 grant from the Colorado Tree Coalition.
CITIZENS' RIGHT TO SPEAK
Vivian Vos (WR) invited everyone to a joint community meeting of Citizens for an Inclusive Wheat Ridge
and Keep Wheat Ridge Local this Wednesday, March 25 at 6:30pm at the WR Grange just east of the
WR5-8 school. Anyone can attend.
Kim Calimino (WR) thanked members of the WR2020 Wheaties Academy leadership academy for their
community engagement. — She congratulated Patrick Goff on his award and thanked him for his recent
Connections article on the importance of civil discourse. — She invited everyone to the last WR2020
Food & Film series this Wednesday at 6pm at the Active Adult Center. The film is Food Patriots, a
documentary on how our food systems and small changes can make a difference in our food sources.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember DiTullio to move Item 8, the discussion of the public survey to the April 6
study session when all councilmembers can be present; seconded by Councilmember Starker; carried 6-
0.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING
Council Bill No. 07-2015 — An Ordinance providing for the sunset of the Animal
Welfare and Control Commission
Councilmember Urban introduced Council Bill No. 07-2015.
This Commission that has functioned since 1977 is no longer needed. The Police Department takes care
of everything.
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Clerk Shaver assigned Ordinance 1569.
Mayor Jay opened the public hearing.
City Attorney Dahl informed the Council that he believes all the references to the Animal Control
Commission have been removed from the Code.
Public Comment
Heather Cameron from the Foothills Animal Center was present to praise the Wheat Ridge Police
Department's Animal Control Officers and spoke about the Center.
Nancy Snow (WR) spoke in opposition to getting rid of the Animal Welfare and Control
Commission. She knows it's a done deal, but thinks it's sad. She appreciates the volunteers who serve
their community and hates to see them dumped. In the past they have been very helpful with
neighborhood disputes over animals. Now there will be no neighborhood mediation, only police action
and giving tickets.
Chief Brennan offered that the City does more than enforcement; they have started mediation services
and education programs. He believes times have changed. He recognized the expertise of the
Commission members and said his department will use their expertise in the future.
Mayor Jay closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Urban to approve Council Bill No. 07-2015, an ordinance providing for the
sunset of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission and that it take effect fifteen days after final
publication; seconded by Councilmember Pond ; carried 5-1, with Councilmember DiTullio voting no.
ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING
2. Council Bill No. 08-2015 — An Ordinance authorizing and approving a Lease
Purchase Financing Agreement for Solar Panels with Alpine Bank and, in
connection therewith, certain related documents and transactions
Councilmember Pond introduced Council Bill No. 08-2015.
This agreement for $800,000 will be used to finance the purchase of 40% of the power from the
Jefferson County 2 solar array for 228.42 kilowatt hours. $776,628 is for purchasing the solar array
panels; $23,372 is for financing origination fees. These monies will be financed over 15 years at a rate of
5.70%. — The City will be receiving credits on Xcel's electric bills that will be used to pay off the capital
investment. When the initial capital investment has been paid off, the bill credits will become income
for the City that may be used to offset a portion of electricity costs.
Motion by Councilmember Pond to approve Council Bill No. 08-2015, an ordinance authorizing and
approving a lease purchase financing agreement for solar panels with Alpine Bank and, in connection
therewith, certain related documents and transactions, on first reading, order it published, public
City of
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ITEM NO: I I
DATE: March 23, 2015
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
TITLE: COUNCIL BILL NO. 07-2015 - AN ORDINANCE
PROVIDING FOR THE SUNSET OF THE ANIMAL
WELFARE AND CONTROL COMMISSION
® PUBLIC HEARING ❑ ORDINANCES FOR 1 ST READING (03/09/2015)
❑ BIDS/MOTIONS ® ORDINANCES FOR 2ND READING (03/23/2015)
❑ RESOLUTIONS
QUASI-JUDICIAL: ❑ YES ® NO
City Attorney City Manager
ISSUE:
This ordinance sunsets the Animal Welfare and Control Commission. The Commission is no
longer needed to perform functions which are otherwise in the charge of City departments.
PRIOR ACTION:
The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned since 1977.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Sunset of the Commission will reduce expenses associated with conducting and staffing
meetings of the Commission.
BACKGROUND:
The Home Rule Charter, Section 9. 1, permits the City Council to create and dissolve boards and
commissions. The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned since 1977. In
recent years, it has been difficult to fill the open positions and to satisfy the requirement of one
veterinarian serving on the board. Additionally, the work of the Commission is largely
accomplished by City staff.
Council Action Form — Sunset the Animal Welfare And Control Commission
March 23, 2015
Page 2
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance. Planning Commission reviewed the Ordinance on
March 5 and recommended approval.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
" I move to approve Council Bill No. 07-2015, an ordinance providing for the sunset of the
Animal Welfare and Control Commission, and that it take effect 15 days after final publication."
Or,
"I move to postpone indefinitely Council Bill No. 07-2015, an ordinance providing for the sunset
of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission for the following reason(s)
REPORT PREPARED BY:
Gerald Dahl, City Attorney
Patrick Goff, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Council Bill No. 07-2015
2. Staff Memo of February 24, 2015
3. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2015
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FITZGERALD
COUNCIL BILL NO. 07-2015
ORDINANCE NO.
Series 2015
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE SUNSET OF THE
ANIMAL WELFARE AND CONTROL COMMISSION
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 9.1 of the Home Rule Charter, the Council has
the authority to provide by ordinance for the continuation or the sunset of all City Boards
and Commissions; and,
WHEREAS, the Animal Welfare and Control Commission has capably served the
City of Wheat Ridge, its residents, and most important, the interests of wild and
domestic animals in the City since its creation; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council expresses its sincere appreciation for all members
of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission, both past and present, for their diligent
contributions to the Commission's vision; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the
City that the Animal Welfare and Control Commission is no longer needed to perform
functions which are otherwise in the charge of other City departments, and therefore
has determined to sunset the Commission.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO:
Section 1. The Animal Welfare and Control Commission is hereby terminated.
Section 2. Section 2-52 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read:
Sec. 2-52. - Establishment.
The following boards and commissions of the city are hereby
established: Cultural commission, ,
parks and recreation commission, building code advisory
board, planning commission, and board of adjustment.
Section 3. Section 2-56 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, entitled "Animal
welfare and control commission," is repealed in its entirety and renamed as
"Reserved."
Section 4. Section 4-2 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws entitled "Animal
welfare & control commission" is repealed in its entirety and renamed as
"Reserved."
Attachment 1
Section 5. Section 4-10(c) of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to
read:
It shall be unlawful for the owner of any dog, cat or other animal
that has bitten any person to destroy such animal before it can
be properly confined by the community service officer. The
location of such confinement shall be determined by the aa+rnal
COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM
SUPERVISOR and shall be at the expense of the owner.
Section 6. Section 4-14 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws entitled "Exotic or
wild animals" is amended to read:
Sec. 4-14. - Exotic or wild animals.
(a) Prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to own, possess,
harbor, sell, or in any other manner traffic in any exotic or wild
animals, that is, any animal that is not a domestic animal,
whether it is a native animal of this state or not.
(b) Exceptions. The aRiMal welfaFe and GOR I GGFnFniG6i CHIEF
OF POLICE may grant exceptions to this section for successive
periods of time not to exceed twelve (12) months.
(c) Potbellied pigs:
(1) Any exceptions granted by the CHIEF OF
POLICE for a potbellied pig, Sus scrofa vittatus, pursuant to subsection
(b), shall be limited as follows:
a. No more than two (2) potbellied pigs may be kept at one
residence or location, provided, however, that an additional pig
may be kept for each one acre of property in excess of the
minimum lot size;
b. Every potbellied pig must be neutered or spayed by the age of
four (4) months;
c. No potbellied pig may weigh more than one hundred fifty (150)
pounds nor be taller than twenty-two (22) inches in height;
d. The potbellied pig must be certified as such by a licensed
veterinarian or be an officially registered potbellied pig;
e. Penned exterior areas confining potbellied pigs must be no
closer than fifteen (15) feet to a side or rear yard lot line and no
closer than thirty (30) feet to a residential structure located on
an adjacent lot;
f. Outdoor enclosures must be kept clean;
g. Prior to the granting of an exception, owners must review
educational materials provided by the
CHIEF OF POLICE related to the care and
keeping of potbellied pigs;
h. The CHIEF OF POLICE
shall adopt rules of procedure related to the review of
complaints regarding the keeping of potbellied pigs for which an
exception has been granted; and
The CHIEF OF POLICE
may impose reasonable conditions prior to granting or during
the term of any exception which is necessary to protect the
animal's health and the safety and enjoyment of adjacent
properties and owners.
(2) The keeping of potbellied pigs, Sus scrofa vittatus, which is an exotic
animal, shall be permitted in the Agricultural -Two Zone District and
shall not be subject to the requirements of subsections (b) and (c).
(3) Notwithstanding the requirements of chapter 26, the keeping of an
exotic animal for which the CHIEF OF POLICE has
granted an exception pursuant to this subsection (c) shall be deemed a
lawful use of the affected property.
(d) Specific animals enumerated.-
(1)
numerated:
(1) The following animals are domestic animals:
Aquarium fishes.
Psitocine birds, aviary finches, etc., farm birds (ducks, geese.
swans, poultry).
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus).
Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguicularus).
Guinea pig (Cavia porceilus).
Hamster (Musorcriectus auratus).
Domestic laboratory mouse (Mus domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat (Rattus rattus Albino strain).
Domestic cat (Felis catus).
Domestic dog (Canis familiaris).
Domestic livestock, including, but not limited to: Horses, cattle,
sheep, goats, mules, donkeys, burros, llamas, honeybees, and
swine (except potbellied pigs, Sus scrofa vittatus, which is an
imported variety of swine and which shall be considered exotic
animals).
Section 7. Section 4-34 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read:
Sec. 4-34. - Kennel licenses.
(a) No person, group of persons or business entity shall own,
keep or harbor more than three (3) dogs or four (4) cats of
more than six (6) months of age or engage in the
commercial business of breeding, buying, selling, trading,
training or boarding cats or dogs without having obtained a
kennel license from the chief of police.
(b) Kennel licenses must be renewed every year between
January 1 and March 1. Ne keRRel liG be issued
(c) The yearly license fee for kennels shall be as established by
the CHIEF OF POLICE.
(d) This section shall not apply to and will not be construed to
require a kennel license for a licensed veterinarian to
operate an animal hospital.
(e) This section shall not apply to and will not be construed to
require a kennel license for any pet shop which sells
animals of less than six (6) months of age.
Any person or business applying for or holding a kennel license
must be currently licensed by the State of Colorado. Pursuant
to the Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act, C.R.S. §§ 35-80-
101-35-80-117.
The issuance of a new kennel license shall be based on the
following minimum requirements:
Application for a new kennel license or for transfer of an
existing license shall be made to THE CHIEF OF POLICE afld
The application shall include a
detailed description of the property to be licensed.
The chief of police may promulgate rules and regulations to
establish minimum standards for the care and treatment of
animals at any facility licensed under this section., a#eFFeview
Community service officers or any agent of the chief of police
have the authority to inspect any licensed facility under this
section during normal posted business hours.
Vielati()RG of any of this seGtiOR may be bFought bbefoFe Me
May FeGeFnMeRd, and The chief of police may revoke, suspend
or not renew a license for failure to comply with any of the
requirements of this section. No such action may be taken
without prior notice to the licensee and an opportunity for the
licensee to present evidence and testify. No decision by the
chief of police under this section shall bind, alter, or affect a
subsequent decision on a subsequent application, either for a
new kennel license or for renewal of an existing license.
Nothing in this section shall affect the independent authority of
appropriate city officials to take action with respect to vicious
animals, threats to public safety, or the enforcement of any
other provision of this Code of Laws.
Section B. Subsections 26-605(E) and (F) of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws
are amended to read:
Sec. 26-605. - Large animals.
E. After a complaint is received concerning the keeping of a large animal
on residential lots and substandard sized agricultural lots with corrals
less than one thousand (1,000) square feet in size, the owner shall
follow an approved manure management program as prescribed by the
CHIEF OF POLICE.
F. Upon receipt of any complaint involving large animals as defined
herein, standard nuisance abatement procedures will be followed.
Additionally, code enforcement personnel will make the complaint
known via the COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM SUPERVISOR ARE
supeFiRteRdeflt to the
CHIEF OF POLICE who shall AUTHORIZE
CONSULTATION WITH AN APPROVED VETERINARIAN OR
ANIMAL CONTROL RESOURCE AT ANY TIME.
The
ss+ iss+e+i CHIEF OF POLICE will investigate all citizen complaints
regarding large animals or their equivalents. The
CHIEF OF POLICE will develop written procedures
as to FOR how citizen complaints will be investigated, monitored, and
disposed of.
Section 9. The Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended by the deletion of all
other references to the animal welfare and control commission not contained in
Sections 1-6 above and the replacement of that phrase with "COMMUNITY
SERVICES TEAM SUPERVISOR."
Section 10. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days
after final publication, as provided by Section 5.11 of the Charter.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of 5 tot on
this 9th day of March, 2015, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of Wheat Ridge, and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set for March 23, 2015 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 291x'
Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by
a vote of to , this day of 2015.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of 2015.
Joyce Jay, Mayor
ATTEST:
Janelle Shaver, City Clerk
Approved as to Form
Gerald E. Dahl, City Attorney
First Publication: March 12, 2015
Second Publication:
Wheat Ridge Transcript
Effective Date:
Published:
Wheat Ridge Transcript and www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
City of
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Memorandum
TO: Lauren Mikulak, Senior Planner
FROM: Jim Lorentz, Division Chief
Patrol Operations Division
DATE: February 24, 2015
SUBJECT: Sunset Ordinance for Animal Welfare and Control Commission
rAUA
On January 10, 2014, the police department requested the assistance of a professional
facilitator to work with the Animal Welfare and Control Commission (AWCC). Members
of the Commission were apprised of this request, and have been supportive in this
process.
June Ramos of J. Ramos Associates, LLC was selected to work with staff and the
AWCC. Interviews with members began in April, 2014. On July 15, 2014, Ms. Ramos
presented the AWCC City of Wheat Ridge Summary Report/Data Interviews to the
AWCC.
Ms. Ramos presented her report to City Council at a Study Session on September 15,
2014.
On January 26, 2015, Council directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance for the
sunset of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission, as it is no longer needed to
perform functions which are otherwise in the charge of other City departments. Sunset
of the Commission will reduce staff, time and expenses in staffing and conducting
meetings of the Commission.
The Home Rule Charter, Section 9.1, permits the City Council to create and dissolve
boards and commissions. The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned
since 1977. In recent years, it has been difficult to fill the required members, including
one veterinarian. Additionally, the work of the Commission is largely accomplished by
City staff.
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance.
Attachment: AWCC Summary Report 07152014
Attachment 2
City of
W heat Ridge
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of Meeting
March 5, 2015
1. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair OH
Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West
2. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS _
3.
4.
5.
Commission Members Present:
Commission Members Absent:
Staff Members
Kimsey
Steve
Amanda
10 p.m. in the City Council
ue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
Division Chief
Secretary
MMS and seconded by Commissioner KIMSEY
APPROVAL O111111VES — January 15, 2015
It was moved by Commissioner DORSEY and seconded by Commissioner
WEAVER to approve the minutes of January 15, 2015, as written.
Motion carried 5-0.
6. PUBLIC FORUM (This is the time for any person to speak on any subject not appearing
on the agenda.)
No one wished to speak at this time.
Planning Commission Minutes
March 5, 2015 Attachment 3
7. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Case No. ZOA-15-01:
Ms. Mikulak presented the case. There was no digital presentation. She stated the
purpose of the hearing was to review a simple change in Chapter 26 related to the
sunset of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission (AWCC). It was a policy
decision made by City Council and there is a brief history in the stag` memo. The role
of the AWCC has changed since its inception in the 1970's. After a year of
discussions and work between City Council, the City Attorney's office, the Police
Department. the AWCC and a consultant, it was deci d that dissolving the
commission is the appropriate decision.
Planning Commission and Community I
However. the sunset does affect Chapter
Planning Commission. The AWCC4ap animals. The reference is proposed
Community Services Team Supery
animal control. Staff recommends
will review the ordinance Igler this moral
Vice Chair OHM opened
Vice Chair closed the public
It was
as not involved in the decision.
We a ent is to be reviewed by
!renced in r s to the keeping of large
anged to The of Police and the
are responsible f e enforcement and
of theme change. said City Council
non the audience to speak.
by Commissioner DORSEY to
ina for the sunset of the Animal
Welfare and I Co ission.
exp r ern as she is a large animal owner. She
ted she ke code en ent and finds their animal expertise to be
ry good but o is not agriculturally based. The commission has been a
of people is a animal owners. She thinks the citizen involvement
pie essential as ity is ly encouraging urban agriculture. She wanted to
ensur t CSOs we ained to handle different types of animal situations. Division
Chief LAW confi the CSOs are trained to handle different types of animal
situations afflglthe rs of the AWCC will still be available for assistance.
Commissioner VIWVER expressed appreciation for how the AWCC handled the
dwarf goat issue by supporting a code amendment. Her comments indicated that she
may be disagreeing with the decision to sunset the board. Ms. Mikulak reminded the
commission that it was Council's policy decision and the Planning Commission does
not have jurisdiction to discuss the merits of the sunset separately from how it affects
Chapter 26.
Vice Chair OHM called for a vote.
Motion approved 5-0.
Planning Commission Minutes —2—
March
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March 5, 2015
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER FITZGERALD
COUNCIL BILL NO. 07-2015
ORDINANCE NO. 1569
Series 2015
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE SUNSET OF THE
ANIMAL WELFARE AND CONTROL COMMISSION
WHEREAS. pursuant to Section 9 1 of the Home Rule Charter the Council has
the authority to provide by ordinance for the continuation or the sunset of all City Boards
and Commissions. and.
WHEREAS. the Animal Welfare and Control Commission has capably served the
City of Wheat Ridge, its residents. and most important, the interests of wild and
domestic animals in the City since its creation, and.
WHEREAS, the City Council expresses its sincere appreciation for all members
of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission, both past and present. for their diligent
contributions to the Commission's vision, and,
WHEREAS. the City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the
City that the Animal Welfare and Control Commission is no longer needed to perform
functions which are otherwise in the charge of other City departments, and therefore
has determined to sunset the Commission.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO:
Section 1. The Animal Welfare and Control Commission is hereby terminated.
Section 2. Section 2-52 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read
Sec. 2-52. - Establishment.
The following boards and commissions of the city are hereby
established Cultural commission,
parks and recreation commission, building code advisory
board, planning commission, and board of adjustment.
Section 3. Section 2-56 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, entitled "Animal
welfare and control commission," is repealed in its entirety and renamed as
"Reserved.'
Section 4. Section 4-2 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws entitled "Animal
welfare & control commission" is repealed in its entirety and renamed as
'Reserved '
Section 5. Section 4-10(c) of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to
read
It shall be unlawful for the owner of any dog, cat or other animal
that has bitten any person to destroy such animal before it can
be properly confined by the community service officer The
location of such confinement shall be determined by the aRiFRai
COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM
SUPERVISOR and shall be at the expense of the owner.
Section 6 Section 4-14 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws entitled "Exotic or
wild animals'' is amended to read
Sec. 4-14. - Exotic or wild animals.
(a) Prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to own, possess,
harbor, sell, or in any other manner traffic in any exotic or wild
animals. that is, any animal that is not a domestic animal"
whether it is a native animal of this state or not.
(b) Exceptions. The animal we#afe a►nd-GGA494 CHIEF
OF POLICE may grant exceptions to this section for successive
periods of time not to exceed twelve (12) months
(c) Potbellied pigs.
(1) Any exceptions granted by the ara4 CHIEF OF
POLICE for a potbellied pig, Sus scrofa vittatus, pursuant to subsection
(b), shall be limited as follows.
a. No more than two (2) potbellied pigs may be kept at one
residence or location, provided, however, that an additional pig
may be kept for each one acre of property in excess of the
minimum lot size.
b. Every potbellied pig must be neutered or spayed by the age of
four (4) months,
c No potbellied pig may weigh more than one hundred fifty (150)
pounds nor be taller than twenty-two (22) inches in height;
d The potbellied pig must be certified as such by a licensed
veterinarian or be an officially registered potbellied pig;
e. Penned exterior areas confining potbellied pigs must be no
closer than fifteen (15) feet to a side or rear yard lot line and no
closer than thirty (30) feet to a residential structure located on
an adjacent lot
f Outdoor enclosures must be kept clean,
g Prior to the granting of an exception, owners must review
educational materials provided by the afAmat we1#,afeRd
seRNel GOMMIGISIOR CHIEF OF POLICE related to the care and
keeping of potbellied pigs.
h. The CHIEF OF POLICE
shall adopt rules of procedure related to the review of
complaints regarding the keeping of potbellied pigs for which an
exception has been granted: and
The anal CHIEF OF POLICE
may impose reasonable conditions prior to granting or during
the term of any exception which is necessary to protect the
animal's health and the safety and enjoyment of adjacent
properties and owners.
(2) The keeping of potbellied pigs. Sus scrofa vittatus. which is an exotic
animal, shall be permitted in the Agricultural -Two Zone District and
shall not be subject to the requirements of subsections (b) and (c)
(3) Notwithstanding the requirements of chapter 26, the keeping of an
exotic animal for which the 69PwrA6s+9R CHIEF OF POLICE has
granted an exception pursuant to this subsection (c) shall be deemed a
lawful use of the affected property.
(d) Specific animals enumerated
(1) The following animals are domestic animals
Aquarium fishes.
Psitocine birds, aviary finches, etc., farm birds (ducks. geese.
swans, poultry).
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus).
Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguicularus).
Guinea pig (Cavia porceilus).
Hamster (Musorcriectus auratus).
Domestic laboratory mouse (Mus domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat (Rattus rattus Albino strain)
Domestic cat (Felis catus).
Domestic dog (Cans familiaris).
Domestic livestock, including, but not limited to. Horses. cattle.
sheep, goats. mules, donkeys, burros, llamas, honeybees, and
swine (except potbellied pigs. Sus scrofa vittatus, which is an
imported variety of swine and which shall be considered exotic
animals).
Section 7. Section 4-34 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read.
Sec. 4-34. - Kennel licenses.
(a) No person, group of persons or business entity shall own,
keep or harbor more than three (3) dogs or four (4) cats of
more than six (6) months of age or engage in the
commercial business of breeding, buying, selling, trading,
training or boarding cats or dogs without having obtained a
kennel license from the chief of police
(b) Kennel Incenses must be renewed every year between
January 1 and March 1.
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(c) The yearly license fee for kennels shall be as established by
the CHIEF OF POLICE
(d) This section shall not apply to and will not be construed to
require a kennel license for a licensed veterinarian to
operate an animal hospital
(e) This section shall not apply to and will not be construed to
require a kennel license for any pet shop which sells
animals of less than six (6) months of age
Any person or business applying for or holding a kennel license
must be currently licensed by the State of Colorado Pursuant
to the Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act, C.R.S. §§ 35-80-
101-35-80-117
The issuance of a new kennel license shall be based on the
following minimum requirements.
Application for a new kennel license or for transfer of an
existing license shall be made to THE CHIEF OF POLICE and—ebt
The application shall include a
detailed description of the property to be licensed
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establish minimum standards for the care and treatment of
animals at any facility licensed under this section . a#8F Fev}ew
Community service officers or any agent of the chief of police
have the authority to inspect any licensed facility under this
section during normal posted business hours.
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The chief of police may revoke. suspend
or not renew a license for failure to comply with any of the
requirements of this section No such action may be taken
without prior notice to the licensee and an opportunity for the
licensee to present evidence and testify No decision by the
chief of police under this section shall bind, alter, or affect a
subsequent decision on a subsequent application, either for a
new kennel license or for renewal of an existing Incense
Nothing in this section shall affect the independent authority of
appropriate city officials to take action with respect to vicious
animals, threats to public safety, or the enforcement of any
other provision of this Code of Laws
Section 8. Subsections 26-605(E) and (F) of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws
are amended to read
Sec. 26-605. - Large animals.
E After a complaint is received concerning the keeping of a large animal
on residential lots and substandard sized agricultural lots with corrals
less than one thousand (1,000) square feet in size, the owner shall
follow an approved manure management program as prescribed by the
CHIEF OF POLICE
F Upon receipt of any complaint involving large animals as defined
herein. standard nuisance abatement procedures will be followed.
Additionally, code enforcement personnel will make the complaint
known via the COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM SUPERVISOR ARE
6upei:ipteRdeAt to the
GOMMi66 OR CHIEF OF POLICE who shall AUTHORIZE
CONSULTATION WITH AN APPROVED VETERINARIAN OR
ANIMAL CONTROL RESOURCE AT ANY TIME be available IR aR
The
I . i CHIEF OF POLICE will investigate all citizen complaints
regarding large animals or their equivalents. The
CHIEF OF POLICE will develop written procedures
as to FOR how citizen complaints will be investigated. monitored, and
disposed of.
Section 9. The Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended by the deletion of all
other references to the animal welfare and control commission not contained in
Sections 1-8 above and the replacement of that phrase with "COMMUNITY
SERVICES TEAM SUPERVISOR."
Section 10. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days
after final publication, as provided by Section 5.11 of the Charter.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of 5 tot on
this 9th day of March, 2015, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of Wheat Ridge, and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set for March 23, 2015 at 700 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 7500 West 29`''
Avenue Wheat Ridge Colorado
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by
a vote of 5 to i , this 23 day of March 2015
SIGNED by the Mayor on this 23rd day of March 2015,
ATTEST:
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Effective Date: April 10, 2015
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ITEM NO: 3•
DATE: March 9, 2015
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
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TITLE: COUNCIL BILL NO. 07-2015 - AN ORDINANCE
PROVIDING FOR THE SUNSET OF THE ANIMAL
WELFARE AND CONTROL COMMISSION
❑ PUBLIC HEARING ® ORDINANCES FOR 1sT READING (03/09/2015)
❑ BIDS/MOTIONS ❑ ORDINANCES FOR 2ND READING (03/23/2015)
❑ RESOLUTIONS
QUASI-JUDICIAL: ❑ YES ® NO
City Attorney City Manager
ISSUE:
This ordinance sunsets the Animal Welfare and Control Commission. The Commission is no
longer needed to perform functions which are otherwise in the charge of City departments.
PRIOR ACTION•
The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned since 1977.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Sunset of the Commission will reduce expenses associated with conducting and staffing
meetings of the Commission.
BACKGROUND:
The Home Rule Charter, Section 9. 1, permits the City Council to create and dissolve boards and
commissions. The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned since 1977. In
recent years, it has been difficult to fill the open positions and to satisfy the requirement of one
veterinarian serving on the board. Additionally, the work of the Commission is largely
accomplished by City staff.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance.
Council Action Form — Sunset the Animal Welfare And Control Commission
March 9, 2015
Page 2
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
"1 move to approve Council Bill No. 07-2015, an ordinance providing for the sunset of the
Animal Welfare and Control Commission on first reading, order it published, public hearing set
for Monday, March 23, 2015, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, and that it take effect 15
days after final publication."
Or,
"1 move to postpone indefinitely Council Bill No. 07-2015, an ordinance providing for the sunset
of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission for the following reason(s)
REPORT PREPARED BY:
Gerald Dahl, City Attorney
Patrick Goff, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance No. 07-2015
2. Staff Memo of February 24, 2015
3. Planning Commission Meeting Agenda of March 5, 2015
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CommuN y DEwtopmmT LEGISLATIVE ITEM STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: March 5, 2015
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE SUNSET OF THE
ANIMAL WELFARE AND CONTROL COMMISSION
CASE NO. ZOA-15-01
® PUBLIC HEARING ® CODE CHANGE ORDINANCE
Case Manager: Lauren Mikulak, Senior Planner C-�
Date of Preparation: February 25, 2015
SUMMARY:
The proposed ordinance sunsets the Animal Welfare and Control Commission (AWCC). The
Commission is no longer needed to perform functions which are otherwise in the charge of other
City departments.
The enclosed ordinance was prepared by the City Attorney's Office. Amendments affect Chapters
2, 4 and 26 of the municipal code. Because the Zoning and Development Code is proposed to be
modified, the Planning Commission has jurisdiction to review the ordinance and provide a
recommendation. Notice for this public hearing was provided as required by the Code of Laws.
BACKGROUND:
The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned in the City since 1977. Section 2-56
of the municipal code outlines the purpose of the AWCC as it was originally intended. The
commission has primarily working with the Police Department and Community Services Officers,
and in recent years it has served in a limited advisory capacity on issues related to the keeping of
animals, management of wild animals, and kennel licensing.
The Home Rule Charter, Section 9. 1, permits the City Council to create and dissolve boards and
commissions. City Council, the AWCC, staff, and an independent facilitator analyzed the role of
the commission several times in 2014, and it was determined that a sunset was appropriate (see
attached timeline from Division Chief Jim Lorentz).
STATEMENT OF THE ISSUES:
In the proposed ordinance, all reference to the AWCC in Chapters 4 and 26 are replaced with
references to the Chief of Police. In the zoning code, the only reference to the AWCC is in
Section 26-605 related to the keeping of large animals. In the future, the Chief of Police and
Community Services Team will regulate manure management plans and address complaints.
ZOA-15-01 / AWCC
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that Planning Commission adopt the following motion:
"I move to recommend approval of the proposed ordinance providing for the sunset of the Animal
Welfare and Control Commission."
Exhibits:
• Memo from Division Chief Jim Lorentz
• Proposed ordinance
ZOA-15-01 / AWCC
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Memorandum
TO: Lauren Mikulak, Senior Planner
FROM: Jim Lorentz, Division Chief
Patrol Operations Division
DATE: February 24, 2015
SUBJECT: Sunset Ordinance for Animal Welfare and Control Commission
On January 10, 2014, the police department requested the assistance of a professional
facilitator to work with the Animal Welfare and Control Commission AWCC members
were apprised of this request and have been supportive in this process.
June Ramos of J. Ramos Associates, LLC was selected to work with Staff and the
AWCC. Interviews with members began in April 2014. On July 15, 2014, Ms. Ramos
presented the AWCC City of Wheat Ridge Summary Report/Data Interviews to the
AWCC.
Ms. Ramos presented her report to City Council at a Study Session on September 15,
2014.
On January 26, 2015, Council directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance for the
sunset of the Animal Welfare and Control Commission as it is no longer needed to
perform functions which are otherwise in the charge of other City departments. Sunset
of the Commission will reduce staff, time and expenses in staffing and conducting
meetings of the Commission.
The Home Rule Charter, Section 9.1, permits the City Council to create and dissolve
boards and commissions. The Animal Welfare and Control Commission has functioned
since 1977. In recent years, it has been difficult to fill the required members, including
one veterinarian. Additionally, the work of the Commission is largely accomplished by
City staff.
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance.
ATTACHMENT:
AWCC Summary Report 07152014
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COUNCIL BILL NO.
ORDINANCE NO.
Series 2015
TITLE: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE SUNSET OF THE ANIMAL
WELFARE AND CONTROL COMMISSION
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 9.1 of the Home Rule Charter, the Council has
the authority to provide by ordinance for the continuation or the sunset of all City Boards
and Commissions; and
WHEREAS, the Animal Welfare & Control Commission has capably served the
City of Wheat Ridge, its residents, and most important, the interests of wild and
domestic animals in the City since its creation; and
WHEREAS, the City Council expresses its sincere appreciation for all members
of the Animal Welfare & Control Commission, both past and present, for their diligent
contributions to the Commission's vision; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interest of the
City that the Animal Welfare & Control Commission is no longer needed to perform
functions which are otherwise in the charge of other City departments and therefore has
determined to sunset the Commission.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO:
Section 1. The Animal Welfare & Control Commission is hereby terminated.
Section 2. Section 2-52 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read:
Sec. 2-52. - Establishment.
The following boards and commissions of the city are hereby
established: Cultural commission, animal GGRtFel GOmmissien,
parks and recreation commission, building code advisory board,
planning commission, and board of adjustment.
Section 3. Section 2-56 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws, entitled "Animal welfare
and control commission," is repealed in its entirety and renamed as "Reserved."
Section 4. Section 4-2 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws entitled "Animal welfare &
control commission" is repealed in its entirety and renamed as "Reserved."
Section 5. Section 4-10(c) of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read:
It shall be unlawful for the owner of any dog, cat or other animal
that has bitten any person to destroy such animal before it can be
properly confined by the community service officer. The location of
such confinement shall be determined by the
COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM SUPERVISOR and
shall be at the expense of the owner.
Section 6. Section 4-14 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws entitled "Exotic or wild
animals" is amended to read:
Sec. 4-14. - Exotic or wild animals.
(a) Prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to own, possess,
harbor, sell, or in any other manner traffic in any exotic or wild
animals, that is, any animal that is not a domestic animal,
whether it is a native animal of this state or not.
(b) Exceptions. The animal welfaFe and GGRtFGI GOMMiSSOOR CHIEF
OF POLICE may grant exceptions to this section for successive
periods of time not to exceed twelve (12) months.
(c) Potbellied pigs:
(1) Any exceptions granted by the CHIEF OF
POLICE for a potbellied pig, Sus scrofa vittatus, pursuant to subsection
(b), shall be limited as follows:
a. No more than two (2) potbellied pigs may be kept at one
residence or location, provided, however, that an additional pig
may be kept for each one acre of property in excess of the
minimum lot size;
b. Every potbellied pig must be neutered or spayed by the age of
four (4) months;
c. No potbellied pig may weigh more than one hundred fifty (150)
pounds nor be taller than twenty-two (22) inches in height;
d. The potbellied pig must be certified as such by a licensed
veterinarian or be an officially registered potbellied pig;
e. Penned exterior areas confining potbellied pigs must be no
closer than fifteen (15) feet to a side or rear yard lot line and no
closer than thirty (30) feet to a residential structure located on
an adjacent lot;
f. Outdoor enclosures must be kept clean;
g. Prior to the granting of an exception, owners must review
educational materials provided by the
GentFel CHIEF OF POLICE related to the care and
keeping of potbellied pigs;
h. The CHIEF OF POLICE
shall adopt rules of procedure related to the review of
complaints regarding the keeping of potbellied pigs for which an
exception has been granted; and
i. The CHIEF OF POLICE
may impose reasonable conditions prior to granting or during
the term of any exception which is necessary to protect the
animal's health and the safety and enjoyment of adjacent
properties and owners.
(2) The keeping of potbellied pigs, Sus scrofa vittatus, which is an exotic
animal, shall be permitted in the Agricultural -Two Zone District and
shall not be subject to the requirements of subsections (b) and (c).
(3) Notwithstanding the requirements of chapter 26, the keeping of an
exotic animal for which the CHIEF OF POLICE has
granted an exception pursuant to this subsection (c) shall be deemed a
lawful use of the affected property.
(d) Specific animals enumerated.-
(1)
numerated:(1) The following animals are domestic animals:
Aquarium fishes.
Psitocine birds, aviary finches, etc., farm birds (ducks, geese,
swans, poultry).
Domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus).
Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguicularus).
Guinea pig (Cavia porceilus).
Hamster (Musorcriectus auratus).
Domestic laboratory mouse (Mus domesticus).
Domestic laboratory rat (Rattus rattus Albino strain).
Domestic cat (Felis catus).
Domestic dog (Canis familiaris).
Domestic livestock, including, but not limited to: Horses, cattle,
sheep, goats, mules, donkeys, burros, llamas, honeybees, and
swine (except potbellied pigs, Sus scrofa vittatus, which is an
imported variety of swine and which shall be considered exotic
animals).
Section 7. Section 4-34 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended to read:
Sec. 4-34. - Kennel licenses.
(a) No person, group of persons or business entity shall own,
keep or harbor more than three (3) dogs or four (4) cats of
more than six (6) months of age or engage in the
commercial business of breeding, buying, selling, trading,
training or boarding cats or dogs without having obtained a
kennel license from the chief of police.
(b) Kennel licenses must be renewed every year between
January 1 and March 1. Ne ken„e' '�Tse shall'- issu
(c) The yearly license fee for kennels shall be as established by
the CHIEF OF POLICE.
(d) This section shall not apply to and will not be construed to
require a kennel license for a licensed veterinarian to
operate an animal hospital.
(e) This section shall not apply to and will not be construed to
require a kennel license for any pet shop which sells
animals of less than six (6) months of age.
Any person or business applying for or holding a kennel license
must be currently licensed by the State of Colorado. Pursuant
to the Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act, C.R.S. §§ 35-80-
10135-80-117.
The issuance of a new kennel license shall be based on the
following minimum requirements:
Application for a new kennel license or for transfer of an
existing license shall be made to THE CHIEF OF POLICE and
welfare and GGRtFel GGMMiSSiG_R. The application shall include a
detailed description of the property to be licensed.
WithiR thirty (30) days of the aRimal welfare and GGR401
,
GeMMiSSieR
The chief of police may promulgate rules and regulations to
establish minimum standards for the care and treatment of
animals at any facility licensed under this section., a#eF review
and appFeval by the animal welfare and GORtFGI Ge
Community service officers or any agent of the chief of police
have the authority to inspect any licensed facility under this
section during normal posted business hours.
may FeGE)FnmeRd, The chief of police may revoke, suspend
or not renew a license for failure to comply with any of the
requirements of this section. No such action may be taken
without prior notice to the licensee and an opportunity for the
licensee to present evidence and testify. No decision by the
chief of police under this section shall bind, alter, or affect a
subsequent decision on a subsequent application, either for a
new kennel license or for renewal of an existing license.
Nothing in this section shall affect the independent authority of
appropriate city officials to take action with respect to vicious
animals, threats to public safety, or the enforcement of any
other provision of this Code of Laws.
Section 8. Subsections 26-605(E) and (F) of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws are
amended to read:
Sec. 26-605. - Large animals.
E. After a complaint is received concerning the keeping of a large animal
on residential lots and substandard sized agricultural lots with corrals
less than one thousand (1,000) square feet in size, the owner shall
follow an approved manure management program as prescribed by the
CHIEF OF POLICE.
F. Upon receipt of any complaint involving large animals as defined
herein, standard nuisance abatement procedures will be followed.
Additionally, code enforcement personnel will make the complaint
known via the COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM SUPERVISOR AREO
supeFiRteRd2F}t to the members of the
CHIEF OF POLICE who shall AUTHORIZE
CONSULTATION WITH AN APPROVED VETERINARIAN OR
ANIMAL CONTROL RESOURCE AT ANY TIME. be available
The
GOMMiSSiGR CHIEF OF POLICE will investigate all citizen complaints
regarding large animals or their equivalents. The
CHIEF OF POLICE will develop written procedures
as to FOR how citizen complaints will be investigated, monitored, and
disposed of.
Section 9. The Wheat Ridge Code of Laws is amended by the deletion of all other
references to the animal welfare and control commission not contained in Sections 1-6
above and the replacement of that phrase with "COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM
SUPERVISOR."
Section 10. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days after
final publication, as provided by Section 5.11 of the Charter.
INTRODUCED, READ, AND ADOPTED on first reading by a vote of to on this
day of , 2015, ordered published in full in a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of Wheat Ridge, and Public Hearing and consideration on final
passage set for , 2015 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers,
7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
READ, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED on second and final reading by
a vote of to , this day of , 2015.
SIGNED by the Mayor on this day of
ATTEST:
Janelle Shaver, City Clerk
Joyce Jay, Mayor
Approved as to Form
.2015.
Gerald E. Dahl, City Attorney
First Publication:
Second Publication:
Wheat Ridge Transcript
Effective Date:
Published.-
Wheat
ublished:Wheat Ridge Transcript and www.ci.wheatridge.co.us
PUBLIC HEARING ROSTER
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PLANNING COMMISSION
March 5, 2015
Case No. ZOA-15-01: An ordinance providing for the sunset of the
Animal Welfare and Control Commission.
Name
Address
(Please print)
In Favor/Opposed
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING J
Notice is herebygiven that a Stud Session g y son is to be held before tl
PLANNNG COMMISSION on March 5 2015, at 7:00 p.m., i
of the Municipal Building at 7500 W. 29t' Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. All
interested citizens are invited to speak at the Public Hearing or submit written comments.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in all public meetings
sponsored by the City of Wheat Ridge. Call Heather Geyer, Public Information Officer at
303-235-2826 at least one week in advance of a meeting if you are interested in
participating and need inclusion assistance.
The following case shall be heard:
Case No. ZOA-15-01: An ordinance providing for the sunset of the Animal Welfare and
Control Commission.
Kim waggcmcr. Admmtstr we Assistant
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Wheat Ridge Planning Commission will conduct
a Public Hearing on March 5, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers,
Municipal Building at 7500 West 291h Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, to consider Case
No. ZOA-15-01, an ordinance providing for the sunset of the Animal Welfare and
Control Commission. All interested citizens are invited to speak at the Public Hearing or
submit written comments.
The proposed ordinance is available in electronic form on the City's official website,
www.ci.wheatrid eg co.us, Legal Notices. Copies are also available in printed form in the
Community Development Department.
Published: Wheat Ridge Transcript, February 19, 2015
• Started in April 2014
• 14 Interviews
— 8 Commission Members
— 6 City staff/ representatives
• In person (1), phone, and email/written
• Same questions asked of everyone
• Anonymous
• Report to Commission — July 15, 2014
3/5/2015
1
• Passion for the animals
• Commitment to service to the City
• Varied accomplishments c, r
• Carmen's assistance t:=:'
• Shared interest and sense of compatibility
3/5/2015
2
• 1970's and today
• Mission Changes
• The expanded role of
the Police
Department/CSOs
• Liability issues
• Advisory vs. Policy
Making Role
3/5/2015
3
• Mission/Vision and
Roles and
Responsibilities
— Lack of clarity, uncertainty,
or conflict
— Lack of acceptance about
new mission and roles
— Working with Carmen in
this area; sense of
progress
— No goals/plan for success
or performance measures
,ter'
• Accountability to City Council?'q
Role of Council?
• Who I represent? Self or larger
City needs?
• No unified agreement about
evolving role of the City/PD
• Advisory Role vs. Policy
Making?
• Enforcement Role?
• Accountability?
• Willingness of members to
commit to new roles? (e.g.,
education, events?)
3/5/2015
11
• Meeting management issues — leadingT4
meetings/Robert's Rules of Order
• Role of PD in meetings and role of
leadership
• Lack of Ground Rules/Code of Conduct
— Tangents and complaining sessions by some members
— Outspoken vs. quieter members
— Focus on Agenda and issues
— Meeting Purpose
— Decision Making/Commitment to final decisions
3/5/2015
5
1. Maintain current
Commission with
marked
improvements
2. Disband Commission
3. Change Commission
— What does the City
need today?
4. Other
3/5/2015
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