CC MEETING: April 19, 2016
DATE: April 12, 2016
TO: Leonard Martin, City Manager
FROM: Rex D. Redden, Chief of Police
Title
Present An Overview And Status Of The Trial Deployment Of The Carrollton Police Department Bicycle Unit.
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BACKGROUND:
The City Council approved an overtime-based deployment of a two-man bicycle patrol team in the FY15-16 budget to determine if a permanent funding commitment would be an appropriate investment. The Trial Period Police Bicycle Unit has completed the first six months of its twelve month deployment.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
City Council allocated approximately $242,000 in funds for overtime staffing for the creation of the unit.
IMPACT ON COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY:
Bicycle patrols are highly involved in visible patrol, public contact and community involvement. Community members who have observed and interacted with these officers have been highly complementary.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION/ACTION DESIRED:
The Police Department will present a worksession update on the status and activities of the unit, review procedures and seek City Council guidance as deemed appropriate.