Police Department 2014 Annual Report
Table of Contents Trustees... 1 Mission Statement... 2 Code of Ethics... 2 Message from the Chief... 3 Personnel... 4 2014 Accomplishments... 6 Statistics... 7 2014 Total Requests for Police... 8 Crime in Kenilworth... 9 Service Requests... 9 Part I Offenses... 10 2014 Part I Offense Breakdown... 10 Part II Offenses... 11 2014 Part II Offense Breakdown... 11 Offense / Activity Statistics... 12 Programs and Services...13 Police Department Programs & Services... 13 Firearms Range... 15 Prescription Drugs Disposal Program... 15 Crime Prevention Alerts... 16 Child Safety Seat Program... 16 Traffic Safety...17 Traffic Crashes and Types... 17 Traffic Crash Locations... 18 Traffic Crash Causing Violations... 18 Breakdown of Violations... 19 Traffic Stop Data Collection Report... 19 Training...20 Multi-Agency Cooperatives...22 North Regional Major Crimes Task Force (NORTAF).... 22 North Regional Telecommunications Network (NORCOM)... 23 Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory (NIRCL).... 23 Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS).... 24 Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System (ILEAS).... 24
VILLAGE PRESIDENT William Russell VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES James Hughes Kevin Lennon Scott Lien James McClamroch, Jr. Ann Potter Peter Shadek PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE James McClamroch, Jr., Chairman Jim Hughes Ann Potter VILLAGE MANAGER Patrick Brennan VILLAGE TREASURER Patrick Garvey 1
KENILWORTH POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The Kenilworth Police Department exists to protect our citizens and to provide a secure environment in which to pursue a quality lifestyle. To do so, the Kenilworth Police Department strives to work with the citizens to identify and correct areas of concern to the community. The goal of the Kenilworth Police Department is to continually improve the delivery of police services to the citizens of the Village of Kenilworth. KENILWORTH POLICE OFFICER CODE OF ETHICS AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all persons to liberty, equality, and justice. I WILL keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty. I RECOGNIZE the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession, law enforcement. 2
Dear Residents, The Kenilworth Police Department experienced significant growth as a police agency in several respects in the year 2014. On three occasions throughout the year, the Police Department conducted training exercises at the Joseph Sears School to enhance our emergency preparedness efforts. These training exercises involved police only training, police training with the Sears School Safety Committee and finally, a training exercise with all Sears faculty and staff. The Winnetka Fire Department participated in the exercises and shared their knowledge and experience with all participants as well. These joint preparedness efforts were invaluable to identify problems, improve response efforts and build relationships for continued training together in the future. Additionally, needed equipment acquired in 2014 greatly enhanced our emergency response capabilities. The Police Department also experienced growth in staff development by identifying understudy positions for lead investigator, lead evidence technician and community policing officer. Training courses have been completed in these specialized fields and practical work experience has begun to develop their skills and help determine proper fit for the positions moving forward. Now, a secondary tier of expertise is being cultivated and the development of future department leaders in these specialized fields is underway. The Police Department s Part-Time Police and Communication Officer Programs experienced significant growth in 2014. Four part-time employees were hired to help solidify these programs which allowed us to better deploy personnel where needed, keep overtime costs under control and provide us with added expertise in specialized fields. To help manage these programs and the increased number of part-time personnel, growth in our supervisory staff took place over the last year as well. Now, more hours around the clock are covered with a supervisor on duty which promotes continuity, good decision making and liability reduction. This 2014 Annual Report identifies the crime and activity statistics occurring over the last year and provides information on our numerous programs and services. After significant drops in crime in 2012 and 2013, I am happy to report that crime (total of part I and II crimes) decreased in 2014. When compared to the average of the previous four years, total crime in Kenilworth decreased by 28%. I m very proud of these accomplishments which all personnel in the Police Department contributed towards and look forward to continued success in 2015. All the best, David Miller Chief of Police 3
Kenilworth Police Department - Employee Roster as of 01/01/2015 POLICE OFFICERS FULL TIME Bryan Carlson SERGEANT Serving Since 1995 Oscar Padilla SERGEANT Serving Since 2004 William Burns SERGEANT Serving Since 2003 Holger Bucks Serving Since 1984 Mark LaBeau Serving Since 2009 Thomas Swoboda Serving Since 2012 Earl Tuckman Serving Since 1990 Tim Zordan Serving Since 2008 POLICE OFFICERS PART TIME Mike Miljan Serving Since 2014 Scott Stewart Serving Since 2013 Michael Talend Serving Since 2012 Alan Hobbs Serving Since 2014 Kenilworth officers awaiting the arrival of torch during the 2014 Torch Run for Special Olympics. The hand-off of the torch to Kenilworth officers 4
Kenilworth Police Department - Employee Roster as of 01/01/2015 COMMUNICATIONS & RECORDS OFFICERS FULL TIME Carol Kennedy- Edelstein Serving Since 1999 Kimberly Rafalowitz Serving Since 2013 Donald Walshon Serving Since 1991 COMMUNICATIONS & RECORDS OFFICERS PART TIME Robert Maxwell Serving Since 2004 Arlene Walsh Serving Since 2014 Sue Green Serving Since 2014 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICERS PART TIME Thomas Pozniak Serving Since 1995 Dean Waxstein Serving Since 1996 SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS Joseph Pacini Serving Since 2000 Albert Frazier Serving Since 2011 VOLUNTEERS POLICE CHAPLAIN Reverend Robert Myers Serving Since 2002 POLICE PHYSICIAN Dr. John Croghan Serving Since 2008 5
2014 Police Department Accomplishments Developed a new recruitment strategy to reduce the time and expense of our hiring process and bring more experience and talent to Kenilworth. Developed a Part-Time Communications/Records Officer Program to reduce costs. Received approval to pursue the acquisition of a Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management System to increase Department efficiency. Outreach efforts with Sears School to improve: school safety, traffic safety and management of employee overflow parking. Solidified the Part-Time Police Officer Program which has allowed us to better deploy personnel where needed, keep overtime costs under control and provide us with expertise in specialized fields. Strict fiscal management kept the Police Department under budget. Chief Miller speaks with a group of teachers regarding School Safety. Crime statistics support that Kenilworth continues to be a very safe community. Grants have been applied for when available to reduce expenses for the Village. Helped the Village obtain the highest tier risk management standard by the Village s insurance carrier. Community Policing Program improvements initiated and under development include: Coffee with the Cops, squad car block party visits, participate in community events and gatherings to create opportunities for positive interaction with residents and discover community concerns. Identified and addressed numerous community concerns through changes to parking and traffic regulations. Increased Department supervision to cover more hours around the clock. Kenilworth Officers meet with residents during a Coffee With the Cops community outreach event held on May 20th, 2014. Staff development through creation of understudy positions for specialized fields like investigations, evidence technician and community policing. 6
2014 Total Requests for Police Total Requests for Police includes all emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance, criminal offenses, traffic crashes, alarms, arrests and all others as described in this report. Traffic and parking citations are not included in these figures. Part I Offenses As defined by the FBI: Homicide, Criminal Sexual Assault, Armed Robbery, Robbery, Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Burglary to Motor Vehicle, Theft, Motor Vehicle Theft and Arson. Punishable by: One year to life imprisonment in a State Penitentiary and fines from $2,500 to $500,000 depending on the offense. Part II Offenses As defined by the FBI: Simple Battery, Simple Assault, Deception, Theft of Services, Criminal Trespass, Vandalism, Unlawful Use of Weapon, Offenses Involving Children (e.g., Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Runaways), Serious Motor Vehicle Traffic Violations (i.e., Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol), Narcotics, Disorderly Conduct and several other miscellaneous criminal offenses. Punishable by: Up to 365 days in jail and fines up to $2,500 depending on the offense. Service Requests includes all emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance as described throughout this report, with the exception of all criminal offenses, arrests, traffic and parking citations. 2014 Total Requests for Police 2014 Field Activity Summary 145 8268 8,268 1,384 45 965 100 Part I Offenses Part II Offenses Service Requests (Emergency & Non-Emergency) Criminal Offenses (Part I & Part II) Parking Enforcement Traffic Enforcement Service Requests *Traffic and parking citations are not included in these figures. 7
Total Requests for Police Five Year Comparison 10000 9000 8000 7000 6000 5000 4000 3000 2000 1000 0 7920 8413 7516 6653 6914 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 The number of Total Requests for Police in 2014 (8,413) was 16% higher than the average of the previous four years (7,251). The various types of offense and activity statistics that comprise the Total Requests for Police are listed on Page 12. Total Requests for Police Includes all emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance, criminal offenses, traffic crashes, alarms, arrests and all others as described in this report. Traffic and parking citations are not included in these figures. 8
Crime in Kenilworth Five Year Comparison 400 300 200 100 266 236 164 141 145 0 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 266 236 164 141 145 The number of reported crimes (Part I and Part II) in 2014 (145) was approximately 28% lower than the average of the previous four years (202). 10000 8000 6000 4000 2000 Service Requests Five Year Comparison 6387 6908 6750 7779 8268 0 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 The number of Service Requests reported in 2014 (8,268) was 19% higher than the average of the previous four years (6,957). This increase can be attributed to a number of factors including a rise in Special Attention requests, ambulance requests, non-criminal investigations and miscellaneous animal calls. Service Requests (Includes both Emergency and Non-Emergency Responses) Burglar alarms, animal calls, domestic troubles, non-criminal investigations, missing or suspicious persons, lost and found property, mutual aid to outside police agencies, reports to other village departments, fire department and ambulance requests, special attention checks, house watch checks and general calls (which include, but are not limited to: motorist assists, parking and traffic complaints, power failures, construction complaints, wellbeing checks, abandoned 911 calls, odor investigations and home / auto lockouts). 9
Part I Offenses Five Year Comparison 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 38 42 45 30 22 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 The number of Part I Offenses in 2014 (45) was approximately 36% higher than the average of the previous four years (33). The increase in Part I offenses is primarily attributed to an increase in burglaries to motor vehicles. Part I 2014 Offense Breakdown Burglary from Motor Vehicle 32% Auto Theft 2% Theft $500 & Over 10% Burglary (Non- Residential - Attempt) 4% Residential Burglary - Attempt 14% Theft Under $500 20% Residential Burglary 14% Burglary (Non- Residential) 4% Part I Offenses Homicide, Criminal Sexual Assault, Armed Robbery, Robbery, Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Burglary to Motor Vehicle, Theft, Motor Vehicle Theft and Arson. 10
Part II Offenses Five Year Comparison 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 228 193 194 134 119 100 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 The number of Part II Offenses reported in 2014 (100) was approximately 41% lower than the average of the previous four years (169). The drop in Part II offenses is largely attributed to a significant decrease in the number of alcohol-related offenses over the last number of years. Part II 2014 Offense Breakdown DUI 7.0% Obstructing Police 1.0% Alcohol Offenses (Not DUI) 35% Other Driving Offenses 11.0% Criminal Damage 10.0% Criminal Trespass 3.0% Alcohol Offenses (Not DUI) 13.0% Disorderly Conduct 10.0% Deceptive Practices 38.0% Part II Offenses Simple Battery, Simple Assault, Deception, Theft of Services, Criminal Trespass, Vandalism, Unlawful Use of Weapon, Offenses Involving Children (i.e., Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Runaways), Serious Motor Vehicle Traffic Violations (e.g., Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol), Narcotics, Disorderly Conduct and several other miscellaneous criminal offenses. 11
PART 1 OFFENSES 2014 2013 2012 2011 ARSON 0 0 0 0 ASSAULT - AGGRAVATED 0 0 0 0 AUTO THEFT 1 0 1 1 BATTERY - AGGRAVATED 0 0 0 0 BURGLARY (ATTEMPT) 1 0 0 2 BURGLARY 2 1 2 3 BURGLARY FROM MOTOR VEHICLE (ATTEMPT) 0 1 0 0 BURGLARY FROM MOTOR VEHICLE 17 2 8 5 BURGLARY - RESIDENTIAL (ATTEMPT) 2 0 1 1 BURGLARY - RESIDENTIAL 7 3 4 3 CRIMINAL SEXUAL ASSAULT 0 0 0 0 HOMICIDE 0 0 0 0 ROBBERY - ARMED 0 0 0 0 ROBBERY 0 0 0 0 THEFT OVER $500 5 8 5 13 THEFT $500 AND UNDER 10 7 9 14 TOTAL PART 1 OFFENSES 45 22 30 42 PART 2 OFFENSES 2014 2013 2012 2011 ASSAULT 0 0 0 0 BATTERY 0 0 1 2 CRIMINAL DAMAGE 10 10 10 6 CRIMINAL TRESPASS 3 4 12 13 DECEPTIVE PRACTICES 38 45 32 21 DISORDERLY CONDUCT 10 7 9 16 DOMESTIC BATTERY 0 2 0 1 NARCOTICS 7 9 16 20 OBSTRUCTING POLICE 1 0 0 0 POSSESSION OR USE OF ALCOHOL 13 21 28 65 PUBLIC INDECENCY 0 0 4 2 RECKLESS CONDUCT 0 0 0 0 RESISTING ARREST 0 0 1 0 WEAPONS 0 0 1 0 TRAFFIC DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE 7 12 5 25 TRAFFIC FLEEING AND ELUDING 0 0 0 0 TRAFFIC RECKLESS DRIVING 1 0 0 0 TRAFFIC SUSPENDED OR REVOKED DL 7 5 7 13 TRAFFIC SUSPENDED REGISTRATION 0 1 0 3 TRAFFIC UNLICENSED DRIVING 3 3 8 7 Offense / Activity Statistics TOTAL PART 2 OFFENSES 100 119 134 194 SERVICE REQUESTS 2014 2013 2012 2011 ALARMS - BURGLAR/ROBBERY 279 257 281 268 ANIMAL CALLS - BITES 3 3 4 1 ANIMAL CALLS - DOMESTIC 100 107 120 85 ANIMAL CALLS - WILDLIFE 53 76 69 61 DEATH INVESTIGATION 1 1 1 0 DOMESTIC TROUBLES 20 15 28 22 GENERAL CALLS 2642 2581 2282 2386 HOUSE WATCH CHECKS 2106 2364 2092 2292 INVESTIGATION - NON-CRIMINAL 14 9 5 9 MISSING PERSONS LOCATED 0 0 0 3 MISSING PERSONS REPORTED 2 1 3 2 MUTUAL AID -OUTSIDE POLICE AGENCY 128 106 96 111 OPEN DOORS 97 149 181 150 PROPERTY DESTRUCTION 10 12 9 4 PROPERTY FOUND 48 53 56 81 PROPERTY LOST 12 15 21 20 RECOVERED STOLEN AUTOS 0 0 1 1 REPORTS TO OTHER VILLAGE DEPARTMENTS 329 307 295 371 RESCUE CALLS - AMBULANCE 96 98 74 76 RESCUE CALLS - FIRE 97 80 84 103 RESCUE CALLS - SICK/INJURED AIDED 10 8 9 4 SPECIAL ATTENTION 2294 1701 1253 1008 SUICIDE/ATTEMPTS 0 0 1 1 SUSPICIOUS PERSONS/CIRCUMSTANCES 167 169 145 197 TRAFFIC CRASHES NON INJURY 47 36 37 46 TRAFFIC CRASHES INJURY 7 6 4 2 TRAFFIC CRASHES FATAL 0 0 0 0 TOTAL CALLS FOR POLICE 2014 2013 2012 2011 OFFENSES, ARRESTS, ACCIDENTS, SERVICE REQUESTS 8413 7920 6914 7144 12
Police Department Programs and Services The Kenilworth Police Department offers the following programs and services for the safety, security and convenience of our residents and businesses. We strive to work with members of the community, local businesses, churches and civic groups to gather a better understanding of their concerns and needs. Bicycle Registration: The Police Department provides free bicycle registration to village residents which can assist in quickly locating the owner when bicycles are found abandoned and to provide identifying information for police should a theft occur. Bicycle Patrol Unit: The Police Department has several officers trained and equipped to patrol bike trails, parades, and business and residential areas with specifically designed police mountain bikes. One goal of the bicycle patrol is to enhance and increase the contact between the police and the residents and business owners. Burglar and Fire Alarms: The Kenilworth Police Department works with residents and businesses to ensure their safety and well being. Residents and business owners have the option of installing an alarm system that may include a burglar alarm, fire alarm or a combination of both. Burglar and fire alarms require an alarm permit. For more information, contact Sergeant Bryan Carlson. Business Liaison: The Community Policing Officer meets with business owners/employees to discuss matters of concern and verify that the Police Department has current contact information. Child Safety Seat Program: The Kenilworth Police Department is dedicated to protecting the child passengers on our roads, and provides a free Child Safety Seat Inspection/Installation Program that is available to residents. Improperly installed child safety seats do not fully protect children from injuries and/or deaths in the event of a traffic crash or in sudden emergency maneuvers. Several Kenilworth Police employees are certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as Child Seat Technicians. Residents are invited to call the Police Department to schedule a child safety seat inspection/installation. Clearance Letter: A service available to individuals needing a police certificate or letter of good conduct to satisfy a requirement for adopting a child in the U.S. or internationally, or to satisfy a requirement to live, work, or travel in a foreign country. Clearance letter applications are available at the police desk or a request can be submitted online at www.kenilworthpd.org/forms.html. Coffee with the Cops Community Outreach: This program is a national initiative supported by The United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. The purpose of this event is to provide a relaxed opportunity for citizens and Police Officers to discuss community issues, identify problems and build relationships over a cup of coffee. Similar events are being held across the county, as local police departments strive to make lasting connections with the communities they serve. Crime Prevention Alert Emails: An email notification program designed to enhance communication with the community. The Department urges residents to register an email address with the Department in order to receive important crime prevention alerts and other public safety information specifically related to Kenilworth. Directed Traffic Patrol: A special enforcement program targeting speed and other traffic safety concerns on local, residential streets. Emergency Notification System: A high-speed telephone notification service to keep residents informed in the event of a public health or public safety emergency. The system is activated by geographical area and relies on a database of published phone numbers. Residents without published numbers or those interested in adding additional contact numbers--such as a work or cellular number--may register their number by visiting the Police Department or its website. Emergency Preparedness: A guide is provided for residents to keep and be informed of many issues of safety. Copies of the guide are available on our web site or may be picked up at the Police desk. Fingerprinting: Residents and local business employees may have their fingerprints rolled by a police official for professional licensing or employment purposes. An appointment for this service can be scheduled by calling the Police Department. Firearms Range: The Police Department s shooting range is available for use by Kenilworth residents. There is no fee, however users must have a valid Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) and make prior arrangements through the Department s range master. For more information, contact Sergeant Bryan Carlson at bcarlson@kenilworthpd.org. Gun Safety Lock Program: The Kenilworth Police Department proudly participates with Project ChildSafe. Project ChildSafe is a nationwide program whose purpose is to promote safe firearms handling and storage practices among all firearms owners through the distribution of key safety education messages and free gun locking devices (firearms safety kits). Free gun safety kits are available through the Kenilworth Police Department, contact Officer Holger Bucks at hbucks@kenilworthpd.org for more information. Handicapped Placards: The Police Department has the authority to issue a temporary Handicapped parking placard to an individual with a temporary injury or illness. The placards are good for a maximum of 90 days. Applicants must meet all state mandated eligibility requirements in addition to submitting an application completed and signed by a licensed physician. Home Security Checks: This service provides for an experienced officer to meet with individual residents in their home and review the home s security conditions. After going through the home together, the resident and officer may discuss sensitive conditions and why those conditions may jeopardize the security of the home. Although we do not make specific brand recommendations, the officer will discuss different types of alarms, locks, windows and lighting systems which could be utilized. Contact Officer Holger Bucks at hbucks@kenilworthpd.org for more information 13
Police Department Programs and Services (Continued) House Key File: The Kenilworth Police Department maintains a spare key file. Any resident or business owner may keep their key on file with us. The key can only be released to members of the immediate family. We are very careful to insure that only those people who have proper identification can sign out the key. A resident may also pre-approve the release to certain other individuals. House Watch Checks: Homes vacant for longer than a 24 hour period may be put on this watch. This watch is mostly used by residents going on vacation and those who are moving in or out, but can also be utilized under other circumstances. Officers will periodically walk around the home or business checking for open doors, windows, or any apparent problems. Kenilworth Police Department Open House: Residents are invited to meet the Police Department employees and to tour the Police facility. Employees are on hand to answer questions, discuss services, explain programs, display police equipment, and provide firearms demonstrations. Refreshments are available and McGruff the crime dog is there to greet the children. This event is normally held the weekend prior to Memorial Day weekend. Operation Lifesaver: An educational program for students, the elderly, and civic groups on the safe habits near railroad crossings and right-of-ways. The Kenilworth Police also supplements this educational initiative with ongoing rail crossing enforcement activity. Peer Jury: This program is used as an alternative to sending first-time adolescent offenders through the criminal court system. Offenders are judged and sentenced by a jury comprised of their adolescent peers and often receive sentences that require restitution and/ or community service. The Peer Jury Program is administered through the New Trier Township office and has proven to be very effective. If your child has an interest in serving as a juror, please contact Sergeant Padilla at opadilla@kenilworthpd.org. Police Chaplain Program: The Reverend Robert K. Myers, Ph.D., formerly from the Church of the Holy Comforter, serves the Police Department and community as the Police Chaplain. He provides counseling and/or referrals to members of the community during times of personal stress and/or crisis upon the request of the Police Department. Through the chaplain program, crime victims and witnesses receive the highest level of professional service and assistance consistent with their role in the criminal justice system. The Police Chaplain also is available to provide support to Department members and their immediate families during periods of crisis. The Police Chaplain maintains a complete and current list of social service agencies that provide services for both adults and youths. Police Physician Program: Dr. John Croghan serves the Police Department as Police Physician. Through this initiative, Dr. Croghan volunteers his time and expertise by periodically consulting on health and medical matters. The Police Physician has proven to be an important supplemental resource to staff, aiding in the Department s service to the community. Premise Alert Program: The Illinois Premise Alert Program Act (PAP) is a safety program designed to support individuals living with disabilities by providing emergency personnel with important information concerning their needs. This program is available upon request from families, caregivers, or individuals with disabilities or special needs. PAP registration forms are available at the police desk or online at www.kenilworthpd.org. Prescription Drug and Sharps Disposal Program: The Police Department serves as a collection site to provide an environmentally safe alternative for the disposal of unused prescriptions, expired over-the-counter drugs and sharps. Safety Presentations: The Community Policing Officer meets with local senior groups, schools, scouting groups and civic organizations in order to discuss various topics such as crime prevention, teen driving, personal security, use of 9-1-1, bicycle safety and underage drinking. Senior Citizen Alert Program: The Kenilworth Police Department is cognizant of its obligation to the community s senior citizens. We endorse and participate in a program which affords seniors a means to ensure their well-being and address their special needs. In this program the senior citizen contacts the Police Department by telephone on a daily basis. If a senior citizen fails to contact the Police Department an officer will be sent to check on the well-being of the citizen. Special Attention: Homes vacant for less than 24 hours or homes that are occupied and in need of a special awareness may be put on this type of watch. This watch is often used when a family has a wedding or funeral, suspicious phone calls, domestic troubles and many other extraordinary circumstances. Officers will make a point of driving by frequently and carefully viewing the location from the patrol car. Station Tours: Tours of the police facility for local scouting, school, and civic groups are scheduled through the Community Policing Officer or a supervisor. The "LOCATER Program: The Locator Program (LOst Child Alert TEchnology Resource) is a National system that provides a link between all participating police departments across the country. Kenilworth was one of the first Departments in our area to receive this technology. This system is similar to, and used in conjunction with, the AMBER Alert. The system is also capable of producing "wanted" or information posters that can be broadcast to other Locator departments. Vehicle Lock Outs: The Kenilworth Police Department provides assistance to motorists when they have locked themselves out of their vehicles within the Village. Website: The Kenilworth Police Department maintains a website that serves as an on-line resource to the community. The site provides safety information, parking information, a personnel directory, reference material, forms and a wide variety of other information. 14
Firearms Range The Police Department s shooting range is available for police training and use by Kenilworth residents. All users must possess a valid Illinois Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card and receive training prior to scheduling a session on the shooting range. Public use of the range is not permitted during regular Village business hours, during meetings or when otherwise in use for Police Department training. Residents are required to make prior arrangements for use of the range through the Department s range master. For more information, contact Sergeant Bryan Carlson at bcarlson@kenilworthpd.org or 847-251-2141. The Kenilworth Police Department is a drop off site for unused prescriptions, expired over-the-counter drugs and sharps through a program administered by the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC). Research from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Geological Survey revealed that there are detectable antibiotics and steroidal hormones in rivers, lakes, and wells caused by people flushing their medications down the toilet or putting them down the sink. Additionally, sharps can cause needle-sticks and health issues if thrown away in the garbage or put in the water system. Residents are asked to leave their medications in the original containers, to black out their personal information, and to place the containers in a sealed plastic bag. Sharps should be placed in a sealed container such as an empty coffee can. Sharps containers are available at the Police Station free of charge as part of the program. Every year the Kenilworth Police Department collects hundreds of bottles of prescription medication and sharps, keeping this material out of our water supplies and landfills. 15
Crime Prevention Alerts The Kenilworth Police Department participates in a program that distributes Crime Prevention Alerts to the community via email. Crime Prevention Alerts serve as another example of how technology is providing the Department with new opportunities to improve service to the community. These email alerts are used when a pattern of criminal activity impacts Kenilworth or the neighboring communities. In 2014 the Kenilworth Police distributed a total of 30 alerts covering topics such as Crime Prevention, Traffic Safety, Personal Safety and Crime Trends. Over 1,000 email addresses are registered with the Department. This alert has proven to be a quick and efficient means of disseminating information critical to preventing other residents from being victimized. If you are interested in receiving Crime Prevention Alerts or other items of interest by email, you can sign up online at http://www.kenilworthpd.org/email_register.htm, by telephone at 847-251-2141, or just mention it to the person at the front desk of the Police Department. Child Safety Seat Program: The Kenilworth Police Department is dedicated to protecting the child passengers on our roads, and provides a free Child Safety Seat Inspection/Installation Program that is available to residents. Three Kenilworth Police employees are certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as Child Seat Technicians. Improperly installed child safety seats do not fully protect children from injuries and/or deaths in crashes or in sudden emergency maneuvers. In 2014 police personnel conducted 41 Child Safety Seat Inspections. The following Kenilworth Police Department Employees are currently certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as Child Seat Technicians: Officer Holger Bucks Communications Officer Robert Maxwell Community Service Officer Thomas Pozniak 16
Traffic Crashes Five Year Comparison 80 60 40 20 0 8 2 4 7 6 39 45 37 37 47 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Non-Injury Injury Fatal Traffic Crashes: The total number of crashes reported in 2014 (54) was approximately 21% higher than the average of the previous four years (45). Non-Injury Crashes: Non-injury crashes (47) were approximately 19% higher than the average of the previous four years (40). Injury Crashes: Injury crashes (7) were approximately 40% higher than the average of the previous four years (5). 2014 Crash Types Motor Vehicle Vs. 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 27 9 13 5 Motor Vehicle Fixed Object Parked Vehicle Pedestrian 17
100-500 Block Sheridan Rd. 7 Traffic Crash Locations (3 or more) 500 Block Park Dr. 3 300-600 Block Green Bay Rd. 12 100-500 Block Kenilworth Ave. 6 The above graph lists vehicle crash locations with three or more incidents reported in 2013. Many factors affect these locations: traffic volume, weather conditions and roadway design. By drawing attention to the locations with higher incidents of traffic crashes in the Village, the Police Department hopes to make drivers more cautious and alert when driving through these locations. Traffic Crash Causing Violations Stop Sign 4% Other 33% DUI 2% Speed Offenses 13% Failure to Yield 14% Improper Lane Usage 21% Improper Backing 13% 18
Breakdown of Traffic Violations By Type Speed 40% Red Light 2% Stop Sign 10% Lane Violations 4% Driver's License Offenses 2% Other Moving Violations 4% Equipment Violations 28% Traffic Control Signs 5% Alcohol Offenses 1% Registration Violations 4% Speed offenses continue to be the main focus of our traffic safety enforcement efforts. This is due, in a large part, to the fact that speed offenses tend to be one of the higher contributing factors in our traffic crash statistics. Kenilworth Police Department Traffic Stop Data 2014 Addendum Racial profiling has been defined as the inappropriate use of race by law enforcement when making a decision to stop, search, or arrest a motorist. The Kenilworth Police Department s policies specifically prohibit any form of differential treatment (bias-based policing) of individuals in the context of rendering police service or enforcing the law based solely on a suspect classification, such as race, ethnic background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, economic status, age or cultural background. In 2012, the Illinois Department of Transportation established a new Proportional Benchmark for Kenilworth using 2010 Census Data. The benchmark changed from 19.61% to 25.12%.. Proportional Minority Stop Rate - 5 Year Benchmark Comparison 30.00% 25.00% 20.00% 15.00% 10.00% 5.00% 0.00% 13.54% 12.72% 12.57% 11.66% 13.26% 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Minority Benchmark Kenilworth Minority Stops 19
Training The Kenilworth Police Department strives to keep its employees well-trained and educated on current Law Enforcement issues. Continuous training and specialization allows the Kenilworth Police Department to provide the most competent and professional police services to the Village of Kenilworth. The Kenilworth Police Department receives training from several sources including: Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Illinois Emergency Alarm System Illinois State Police Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency International Association of Chiefs of Police Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins North Regional Major Crimes Task Force Northeast Multi-Regional Mobile Training Unit Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory Northern Illinois Police Alarm System Northwestern University Center For Public Safety Police Law Institute (Online Training ) Police Training Institute, University of Illinois SPECIALIZED TRAINING The Kenilworth Police Department maintains specialized duty assignments in order to further improve both employee development and service to the community. One of the Police Department s goals for 2012 was to transition officers into a number of new specialized duty assignments after the completion of a needs assessment and transition plan developed in 2011. Transitions began in 2012 and training will continue as we prepare staff for their specialized duty assignments by providing them with the direction, training and tools necessary to support a successful transition. These assignments include but are not limited to: Bike Patrol Unit Breath Analysis Operator Child Safety Seat Technician Computer Services Officer Crime Prevention Officer Lead Criminal Investigator Lead Evidence Technician Field Training Officer Firearms Instructor Exposure Control Officer Juvenile Officer Less-Than-Lethal Force Instructor NORTAF Major Crimes Investigator NORTAF Burglary Investigator NIPAS Emergency Services Team NIPAS Mobile Field Force Report Review / Illinois Uniform Crime Reporting Officer School Liaison Officer Vehicle Maintenance Officer 20
2014 Summary of In-Service Training Category of Instruction Number of Courses Attended by Department Members Total Hours of Instruction Administrative / Management 11 281 Basic Patrol Procedures 128 256 Advanced Patrol Procedures 45 576 Criminal Investigations 4 120 Communications 13 51 Human Relations 1 8 TOTAL 202 1292 Total Training Hours Five Year Comparison 4000 3000 2000 1000 0 1296 1415 1118 1108.5 1292 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 The total training hours logged in 2014 (1,292) was approximately 5% higher than the average of the previous four years (1,234). 21
NORTAF The North Regional Major Crimes Task Force Thirteen area law enforcement agencies pool together designated personnel and equipment resources in order to create the North Regional Major Crimes Task Force (NORTAF). NORTAF is divided into several task force divisions: Major Crimes, Burglary, and Major Crash Assistance. Cooperating Communities: Evanston Glencoe Glenview Kenilworth Lincolnwood Morton Grove Niles Northbrook Northfield Skokie Wheeling Wilmette Winnetka Since the inception of NORTAF, the Kenilworth Police Department communications center has provided notification to Task Force members of an activation, dispatching them to the proper location and providing Task Force Commanders with critical call-out response information. Member agencies pay a set annual fee to participate. NORTAF Major Crimes Task Force (established 1997): Tasked with the investigation of homicides, non-parental kidnappings and school shootings. NORTAF consists of highly trained investigators and forensic specialists drawn from thirteen member agencies. Current Kenilworth Participation: Sergeant Bryan Carlson (Joined April 2012) During 2014 the Major Crimes Task Force was activated a total of 8 times. The Task Force responded to 1 Homicide Investigation in the NORTAF community of Evanston, 1 in Glencoe, 1 in Morton Grove, 1 in Niles, 2 in Skokie, 1 in Northfield and 1 in Winnetka. NORTAF Burglary Task Force (established 2004): A division of the Task Force whose purpose is the investigation of burglaries and burglary patterns in the region. Current Kenilworth Participation: Sergeant William Burns (Joined April 2012) During 2014 the Burglary Task Force was activated on 9 occasions and remained active a total of 51 days. A total of 14 arrests were made and a total of 11 burglaries were cleared in NORTAF communities as a result of these investigations. NORTAF Major Crash Assistance (MCAT) (established 2008): A division of the Task Force whose purpose is the investigation of fatal and major traffic crashes. Current Kenilworth Participation: No staff from Kenilworth is currently assigned to MCAT. During 2014 MCAT was activated a total of 24 times during the year. All of the accidents involved serious injuries and 15 resulted in fatalities. 22
NORCOM The North Regional Telecommunications Network (Established 1973) The North Regional Telecommunications Network (NORCOM) consists of 12 cooperating police agencies. Participating agencies are divided into 4 groups and split the use of 6 radio networks. Kenilworth, along with 4 other agencies, is a member of the Network 24b group which shares two radio frequencies. NORCOM communities share equipment and service costs related to maintaining their respective radio networks. Cooperating Communities: Glencoe* Glenview Golf Kenilworth* Lincolnwood Morton Grove Niles Northbrook Northfield* Skokie Wilmette* Winnetka* *Network 24b agencies Kenilworth Dispatch The Kenilworth Police Department has its own dispatch center which operates 24 hours per day. Over the years, we have studied ways to continue to provide the Village with a high level of service while still looking for opportunities to gain efficiency. The way Kenilworth provides dispatch services to the community is one of many facets of the Department s operation that has been studied. It is the responsibility of the Police Department to ensure that all police services are provided in the most effective and efficient means possible, while still providing the community with a high level of service. NIRCL Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory (Established 1967) The Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory (NIRCL) is a nationally accredited forensic laboratory that serves over 35 local and county police agencies. Services supporting criminal investigation and law enforcement efforts include chemistry, toxicology, serology and fingerprint identification; as well as the examination of questioned documents, firearms and DNA evidence. The NIRCL reports significantly faster turn-around times compared to other area crime laboratories. Rapid forensic response not only provides information on suspects, but can also eliminate persons of interest who were not involved in a crime. The lab also provides expert court testimony, evidence technician training classes for our personnel and destruction services for contraband, ammunition and firearms. All costs are determined using a base fee and formula factoring community population. 23
NIPAS The Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (Established 1983) The Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS) is a system of mutual-aid for suburban municipal police departments in the Chicago metropolitan area in times of natural disasters. There are currently 66 member agencies participating in the Emergency Services Team and 88 agencies participating in Mobile Field Force. This membership provides for its member agencies a professional, efficient, and cost effective method for responding to crisis situations. Member agencies pay a flat annual fee to participate. Emergency Services Team: The E.S.T. is designed to handle high risk incidents such as barricaded suspects, snipers, and hostage situations using specially trained officers from member agencies. Response is administered by a coordinator and 7 individual teams (Tactical Command, Entry, Perimeter, Marksman/Observer, Negotiations, Support Services, and the Tactical Emergency Medical Support). Current Kenilworth Participation: Sergeant Oscar Padilla (Joined July 2012) In 2014 the Emergency Services Team responded to 21 high risk incidents. Mobile Field Force: The M.F.F. is designed to provide a rapid, organized and disciplined response to civil disturbances, public demonstrations, union conflicts and other events involving large or disorderly crowds. The Mobile Field Force consists of a Field Force Leader, an Executive Officer, Chemical Agent Specialists, Canine Teams, Mounted Police Units, and 6 Squads consisting of a Squad Leader and 7 Officers. There are 90 officers assigned from various agencies in the greater Chicago Metropolitan area. Current Kenilworth Participation: Officer Mark LaBeau (Joined July 2012) In 2014 the Mobile Field Force responded to 7 incidents and was put on standby for 5 incidents. ILEAS Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System (Established 2002) When ILEAS was formed in 2002, it expanded the NIPAS model statewide. Participating agencies execute a signed mutual aid agreement which clearly spell out the risks, liability, authority and cost distribution. This moves the responsibility of calling individual agencies for help from the stricken agency to ILEAS and provides an established platform for potential reimbursement of costs if a state or federal disaster is declared. Member agencies pay a set annual fee to participate. Mutual Aid Car Plan: The ILEAS car plan enables a member community to summon up to 50 additional uniformed police officers and offers foreign language interpretation services, planning and traffic control assistance for dignitary visits and critical incident response training. 24
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