MINUTES THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK POLICE SERVICES BOARD. January 23, 2013

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1 MINUTES of January 23, 2013 The Board continued its meeting of January 23, 2013 in Committee Room A, York Region Administrative Centre, Yonge Street, Newmarket, Ontario on the above-noted date at 1:05 p.m. in public session. Board Members Present: F. Scarpitti, Chair, Mayor of the City of Markham B. Bartlett, Vice Chair B. Fisch, Chairman & C.E.O., York Region V. Hackson, Mayor of the Town of East Gwillimbury J. Yu, Member S. Herzog, Member J. Molyneaux, Member I. Hebel, Acting Executive Director J. Kogan, Administrative Assistant YRP Present: E. Jolliffe, Chief of Police B. Herridge, Deputy Chief of Police T. Carrique, Deputy Chief of Police T. Cusimano, Executive Officer to the Chief of Police M. Holland, Manager, Financial Services K. MacDonald, Associate Counsel, Legal Services K. Griffin, Manager, Corporate Communications YR Corporate Services: D. Kuzmyk, Senior Counsel 26 ELECTION OF CHAIR FOR 2013 In accordance with Section 28(1) of the Police Services Act and Section 3.1 of the Board s Procedure By law, the Executive Director called for nominations for the position of Chair of the Board for Moved by Mayor Hackson, that Mayor Frank Scarpitti be nominated as Chair of the Board for the period of January 23, 2013 until the commencement of the first regular meeting of the Board in The Executive Director called for further nominations.

2 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 2 that nominations be closed. As no further nominations were received, the Executive Director declared Mayor Frank Scarpitti as Chair of The Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board for the period of January 23, 2013 until the commencement of the first regular meeting of the Board in ELECTION OF VICE CHAIR FOR 2013 In accordance with Section 28(2) of the Police Services Act and Section 3.2 of the Board s Procedure By Law, the Board proceeded with the election of Vice Chair for the period of January 23, 2013 until the commencement of the first regular meeting of the Board in The Chair called for nominations for the position of Vice Chair of the Board for that Mrs. Barbara Bartlett be nominated as Vice Chair of the Board for the period of January 23, 2013 until the commencement of the first regular meeting of the Board in The Chair called for further nominations. Moved by Ms Yu, that nominations be closed. As no further nominations were received, Chair Frank Scarpitti declared Mrs. Barbara Bartlett as Vice Chair of The Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board for the period of January 23, 2013 until the commencement of the first regular meeting of the Board in INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEMS CONSIDERATION OF PRIVATE ITEMS AND ANY OTHER BUSINESS Moved by Mr. Herzog, Seconded by Vice Chair Bartlett, that the following item be added to the agenda of the Public Session of this meeting: (a) Memorandum from the Regional Solicitor regarding Update Cost Recovery for Dismantling Clandestine Drug Labs (Addendum Item A)

3 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 3 29 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 14, 2012 that the minutes for the public session of the meeting held on November 14, 2012 be adopted. 30 PRESENTATIONS Adopt-A-Mission Jamaica 2012 Police Services Board Chair Frank Scarpitti and Police Chief Eric Jolliffe presented the 2012 Jamaica Adopt-a-Mission project where numerous volunteers helped complete one of the goals of the 2012 trip; to visit an orphanage to supply and install a solar panel which provided electricity to their facility. Pictures of the work that was completed were presented and the Police Chief recognized the numerous volunteers involved and various community businesses who contributed donations to raise funds for this project. Becoming a Police Officer: Police Recruitment and Training Staff Sergeant Julie Provis, Staff Sergeant Brian Bigras and Assistant Manager Human Resources Karin Larkin presented on Becoming a Police Officer: Police Recruitment and Training. York Regional Police recruit with a vision, their goal is to recruit and retain staff representative of our communities. Some of the qualifications to become a police constable include four (4) years secondary school or equivalent, Canadian citizen or permanent resident, at least eighteen (18) years of age, physically and mentally able to perform the duties and good moral character and habits. Further qualifications include current and valid class G driver s license with no more than six (6) demerit points, valid O.A.C.P. certificate of results, standard first aid and C.P.R. level C or higher, no criminal convictions without a pardon and meeting vision and hearing standards brings a new recruiting interview to York Regional Police which focuses on their values: Our People, Community, Integrity, Leadership, Accountability, Competence and Teamwork. Information on recruitment and training with York Regional Police can be found through employment information sessions, job fairs at local colleges and universities, community outreach events and various social media channels. that the presentations be received. COMMUNICATIONS 31 The Honourable John Gerretsen, Attorney General, November 16, 2012, advising of receipt of correspondence regarding Jayesh s Law, Bill 124. The Honourable Linda Jeffrey, Minister of Labour, December 6, 2012, advising of receipt and support of legislation protecting against Gas and Dash thefts.

4 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 4 The Honourable Bob Chiarelli, Minister of Transportation, January 4, 2013, advising of receipt and support of correspondence regarding Jayesh s Law, Bill 124. Moved by Mr. Herzog, that the communications from the Honourable John Gerretsen, the Honourable Linda Jeffrey and the Honourable Bob Chiarelli regarding Bill 124 be received. 32 Denis Kelly, Regional Clerk, York Region, December 17, 2012, advising of Council s decision to receive and authorize a two-year extension agreements with the Ministry of Community Policing Partnership Grant and the Safer Communities 1,000 Officers Policing Partnership Grant. that the communication from Denis Kelly, Regional Clerk, York Region, December 17, 2012, be received. Action: Executive Director 33 Denis Kelly, Regional Clerk, York Region, November 16, 2012, advising of updates to the Accessibility Policy. Moved by Mr. Herzog, that the communication from Denis Kelly, Regional Clerk, York Region, November 16, 2012, be received. 34 Karen Addison, Executive Director, Character Community Foundation of York Region, December 13, 2012, requesting support as an Evening Sponsor for the 7 th Annual York Region Character Community Awards Celebration taking place on April 24, 2013 in Richmond Hill, ON. Moved by Mayor Hackson, Seconded by Vice Chair Bartlett, that the communication from Karen Addison, Executive Director, Character Community Foundation of York Region, December 13, 2012 be received; and that the Board approve support of the 7 th Annual York Region Character Community Awards Celebration as an Evening Sponsor in the amount of $5,000. Action: Executive Director 35 Susan Tuckey, Gala Chair and Lorris Herenda, Executive Director, January 15, 2013, requesting support for the 8 th Annual Yellow Brick House Mending Hearts - Creating Dreams Gala taking place on May 3, 2013.

5 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 5 Moved by Mr. Herzog, that the communication from Susan Tuckey and Lorris Herenda, January 15, 2013 be received; and that the Board approve support of the 8 th Annual Yellow Brick House Mending Hearts - Creating Dreams Gala as a Corporate Sponsor in the amount of $4,500 for one table of ten (10). Action: Executive Director REPORTS OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE 36 Financial Statements for the Period Ending November 30, That the Board receive the Financial Statements for the eleven month period ending November 30, 2012, pursuant to Financial Accountability Board Policy No. 01/05. that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendation one (1) contained therein be adopted. 37 Two Year Extension of the Safer Communities - 1,000 Officer Policing Partnership Grant and Community Policing Partnership Grant 1. That the Board receive this report. Moved by Mr. Molyneaux, that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendation one (1) contained therein be adopted. 38 Proceeds of Crime Front Line Policing Grant Agreement Project TRIDENT 1. That the Board approve the Proceeds of Crime Front Line Policing Grant Program for Project TRIDENT from the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services in the amount of $100,000 ending December 31, 2013; and

6 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 6 2. That the Chair be authorized to execute the agreement in accordance with Recommendation #1, subject to prior review by the Regional Municipality of York Legal Services; and 3. That the Board forward the agreement to the Regional Municipality of York requesting a resolution of Council authorizing the Region of York to enter into these agreements with the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. Seconded by Vice Chair Bartlett, that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendations one (1), two (2) and three (3) contained therein be adopted., Executive Director 39 Delegation of Authority - Public 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to Police Services Board Delegation of Signing Authority Chief of Police Policy No. 03/11. Moved by Mayor Hackson, 40 Annual Report on Diversity Policy 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to Policy #04/ Quality Service Standards That the Board receives this report pursuant to Police Services Board Accessible Customer Service Board Policy No. 04/09.

7 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 7 that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendation one (1) contained therein be adopted. 42 Quality Assurance Process 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to the Quality Assurance Process, Board Policy 01/08. Moved by Mr Herzog, 43 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 Public Feedback on Accessible Customer Service 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to the Police Services Board Accessible Customer Service Policy 04/ Update on Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act That the Board receive this report. Moved by Mr. Molyneaux, Seconded by Vice Chair Bartlett, 45 Annual Report on Auxiliaries and Volunteers 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to the Police Services Board Auxiliaries and Volunteers Program Board Policy No. 03/02.

8 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 8 Moved by Ms Yu, 46 Annual Report on Public Complaints 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to Section 31(1)(j) of the Police Services Act, Board By-Law No respecting the Administration of the Complaints System under Part V of the Police Services Act, and Citizens Complaints/Policies/Services/Conduct, York Regional Police Procedure AI-311. REPORT OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 47 Delegation of Signing Authority Police Services Board The Board had before it a Report of the Executive Director recommending: 1. That the Board receive this report pursuant to the Police Services Board Delegation of Signing Authority Police Service Board Policy No. 05/05. that the Report of the Executive Director be received. Action: Executive Director ADDENDUM ITEM 48 Memorandum from the Regional Solicitor regarding Update Cost Recovery for Dismantling Clandestine Drug Labs that the Memorandum of the Regional Solicitor be received; and that the Chief of Police report back to the Board in March with additional information. Addendum Item A

9 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page 9 CONSIDERATION OF PRIVATE ITEMS 49 Human Resources 1. That the Board appoint five civilians, pursuant to Section 31(1)(a) of the Police Services Act; and 2. That the Board reclassify 16 officers pursuant to the Uniform Working Agreement. Moved by Ms Yu, that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendations one (1) and two (2) contained therein be adopted. 50 Appointment of New Police Officers 1. That the Board appoint 19 new individuals as Cadets-in-Training, effective November 20, 2012, pursuant to Section 51(1) of the Police Services Act. that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendation one (1) contained therein be adopted. 51 Appointment of Experienced Police Officers 1. That the Board appoint three experienced officers, effective December 3, 2012, pursuant to Section 31(1)(a) of the Police Services Act. Moved by Mr. Molyneaux, that the Report of the Chief of Police be received and that recommendation one (1) contained therein be adopted.

10 January 23, 2013 Public Session Minutes Page Confirming By law No The Board had before it By Law No The By Law is necessary to confirm the proceedings of the Board at this meeting. that By Law No , being a By Law confirming the proceedings of the Board at this meeting, be read and enacted. By Law No was read and enacted as follows: To confirm the proceedings of the Board at this meeting. 53 ADJOURNMENT that the meeting be adjourned. The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m. Ingrid Hebel Acting Executive Director Barbara Bartlett Vice Chair