WINNETKA POLICE DEPARTMENT

WINNETKA POLICE DEPARTMENT 2016 Annual Report Patrick L. Kreis, Chief of Police

The Mission of the Winnetka Police Department is to protect life and property; preserve a peaceful community; prevent, detect and investigate crimes; justly enforce laws; and protect the rights of all citizens. 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS Features Message from the Chief 3 Organizational Chart 4 Dispatch Consolidation 5 Administrative Adjudication 6 Department Overview 7 Patrol Division Investigations Unit Records & Communications Unit Community Services Police Social Worker Evidence Technician Youth Investigations & Resources New Trier Township Peer Jury Program Crime Prevention & Community Programs 11 Training 12 Regional Cooperatives & Partnerships 14 Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System North Illinois Police Alarm System NORTAF Major Crimes Task Force NORTAF Burglary Task Force NORTAF Major Crash Assistance Team Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy Northeastern Illinois Crime Lab Employee Recognitions 16 Community Highlights 17 Public Safety Open House Block Parties Ride to School 2016 Crime Statistics 18 2

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF Thank you for taking a few minutes to review our 2016 report. We hope to provide a snapshot of how the Winnetka Police Department serves our community. We at the police department feel a strong sense of support in Winnetka during a time of great scrutiny of police at a national level. There is no doubt the community and police enjoy extraordinary confidence and trust. Of course not every police encounter is a positive one, but all people should expect to be dealt with professionalism and dignity. When questions do arise about police conduct, I encourage anyone to bring it to our department s attention. There is a police supervisor on-duty 24-hours a day and both my and the Deputy Chief s email and phone numbers are on our website. I can assure you that other Police Chiefs want the same in their towns. Should you have a question about police actions, please ask. Modern police agencies welcome such dialog and offer formal and informal methods of addressing citizen concerns. Just one note about crime prevention: Many in our community continue to leave themselves vulnerable for criminals seeking to steal vehicles or valuables left inside. These offenders will continue to victimize us until we change our behavior. Please take the simple steps of removing valuables from view, locking your vehicle and taking your key or key fob every time. Please also lock your homes and garages. Thank you, Patrick L. Kreis Chief of Police WE VE GONE SOCIAL! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AT WINNETKA POLICE DEPARTMENT FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @WINNETKAPOLICE 3

2016 ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Chief of Police Patrick Kreis 28 Sworn Personnel Public Safety Analyst 8 Non-Sworn Personnel 7 Part-Time Non-Sworn Personnel Deputy Chief Marc Hornstein Special Services Commander Patrol Commander Lead Records & Communications Officer Patrol Sergeants Community Service Officers Communications, Records & Technology Investigations, New Trier SRO, Police Social Worker Patrol Day Shift Patrol Night Shift 4

DISPATCH CONSOLIDATION In June of 2015, the State of Illinois enacted Illinois Public Act 99-006 which mandated the consolidation of public safety answering points (PSAPs). In Cook County, the Act requires that no PSAP serve less than 25,000 people. Because Winnetka s current PSAP serves just over 12,000 people, the Village is required to consolidate into a larger center by July 2017. In January 2016, the Villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Northfield, and Winnetka (GKNW) embarked on a feasibility study with Matrix Consulting Group to identify and assess options for combined dispatch. The Village Council subsequently approved a recommendation to pursue a GKNW contract for dispatch services with the Village of Glenview. Consolidation with the Glenview Public Safety Dispatch Center has several benefits: 1. More dispatch staff dedicated to answering Winnetka calls 2. Increased efficiencies in dispatch operations 3. Annual cost savings to the Village Although the police department will experience internal changes as the result of dispatch consolidation, Winnetka residents can be assured that calls for service will continue to be answered in the same manner as before and the police officers who respond to assist will still be Winnetka officers. The police department lobby will be closed after regular business hours; however, there will be a video kiosk to connect with a dispatcher 24 hours a day. 5

ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION Administrative Adjudication hearings began in January 2015 as a way for persons to contest parking and ordinance violations in a local venue rather than appearing at the Cook County Circuit Court. Hearings are held one time per month at the Winnetka Village Hall. Individuals who request an administrative hearing can choose to appear in person before the Administrative Hearing Officer or, for parking citations, can request a non-appearance hearing. If citizens are found liable for their citation, they are responsible for paying the associated fine and $40 administrative hearing fee. Those found not liable are not responsible for any charges. This is in contrast to the previous system which required most Village Code violation citations to be heard at County Court, even if the recipient did not wish to contest the ticket. The appearance included a minimum $194 fee paid to the County in addition to any fines imposed. Juveniles who receive an ordinance citation are required to appear at an administrative hearing with a parent. Those who are found liable may be required to complete community service hours as part of their sentence. Successful completion of assigned community service may result in dismissal of the citation at a subsequent hearing. In 2016, officers wrote 5,038 citations that would be eligible for administrative hearing. Of these, 4,802 were parking citations, 108 were non-moving vehicle code violations, and 128 were municipal ordinance violations. During the same time period, 134 individuals requested administrative hearings. The administrative adjudication system offers a number of advantages to citizens and during its first two years of operation, has been successful in achieving its goals. 6

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW The Winnetka Police Department is comprised of 43 professionals who serve in both full and part-time capacities. The department employs 28 sworn officers, including the Chief of Police, who are responsible for enforcing local and state laws throughout the community. In addition to the sworn officers, the police department includes 15 civilian staff members, 8 of whom serve full-time and 7 of whom serve part-time. All police department employees are dedicated to serving the community of 12,187 residents across 3.81 square miles. The department is divided into three main sections: Administration, Operations, and Administrative Services. Administration Sets goals & objectives Oversees all law enforcement related activities Operations Responds to all calls for service Enforces traffic and parking laws Investigations Administrative Services Answers all phone calls Maintains police records 7

Patrol Division The Patrol Division is the most publicly visible section of the police department. The division is led by the Patrol Commander who oversees 5 sergeants and 16 uniformed police officers. Sergeants and police officers work 12-hour shifts and rotate between day and night shifts on a regular basis. The patrol division is responsible for not only selfinitiated activity such as traffic Calls for Service by Year enforcement, but also for responding to all emergency and non-emergency calls for 8000 7771 service. Common calls for 7670 7449 service in Winnetka include 7000 traffic accidents, alarm 6000 activation, and suspicious activity. Other less common 5000 calls for service include 2014 2015 2016 burglaries, disputes, and Year damage to property. Calls for Service In 2016, the Winnetka Police Department responded to 7,670 calls for service. This is a 2.9% increase from 2015. For detailed information regarding crimes, arrests, and citations issued during 2016, please refer to the chart on page 18. Traffic An essential part of a patrol officer s daily routine includes traffic enforcement. The chart on the right shows the traffic enforcement activity for 2016. Officers are also responsible for responding to traffic accidents throughout the village. In 2016, officers responded to 305 noninjury traffic crashes and 34 injury traffic crashes. 2016 Traffic Enforcement Activity: Directed Traffic Patrols [ 2,194 ] Traffic Citations Issued [ 834 ] Traffic Warnings Issued [ 1,822 ] Top Collision Locations -2016- Location Number of Traffic Crashes Green Bay Rd / Tower Rd 12 Green Bay Rd / Winnetka Ave 11 Green Bay Rd / Cherry St 9 Hibbard Rd / Willow Rd 9 Green Bay Rd / Elm St 7 8

Investigations Unit The Investigations Unit is comprised of two investigators, a School Resource Officer (SRO), and a volunteer Police Support Analyst, and is led by the Special Services Commander. It is the responsibility of the Investigations Unit to conduct complex criminal investigations that require more time and involvement than the more common calls for service handled by the Patrol Division. The cases handled by this unit include identity thefts, burglaries, death investigations, and more. Additional responsibilities of Investigations include conducting inspections of liquor vendors, identifying emerging crime trends, and participating in task forces such as NORTAF Burglary and NORTAF Major Crimes. School Resource Officer Since 1992, the police department has assigned a School Resource Officer to New Trier East High School. The SRO serves as a liaison between the school and the police department and primarily investigates crimes that occur on school grounds. Additionally, the SRO conducts educational presentations to students and staff. Police Support Analyst The Police Support Analyst is a voluntary position currently filled by a retired detective sergeant. The analyst conducts background investigations and performs research alongside the detectives in active cases. Records & Communications Unit The Records & Communications Unit is staffed by a Lead Records & Communications (R&C) Officer, 4 full-time R&C Officers, and 4 part-time R&C Officers. They are responsible for answering all incoming emergency and non-emergency calls for service. They must then relay all necessary information to police officers and assign appropriate personnel to each call. Even though all 911 calls come into the police dispatch center, fire and EMS related calls are transferred to the Regional Emergency Dispatch (RED) Center for processing. In 2016, Communications Officers received and processed 26,624 calls. The nine officers who make up this unit are cross-trained as Records Officers within the police department. In this role, they are responsible for maintaining all police records, including cases, arrests, traffic accidents, and citations. They also process taxi applications, false alarm invoices, and administrative adjudication hearing requests. 9

Community Services Winnetka Police Department s two fulltime and two part-time Community Service Officers (CSOs) primarily work during the day and are tasked with handling a variety of non-crime related calls for service. Their responsibilities include parking enforcement, animal control, and school crossings. Police Social Worker The Winnetka Police Department has a part-time, in-house social worker. The Social Worker provides advice and resources to citizens during times of crisis or when expertise is needed beyond what a police officer can provide. Evidence Technician Unit The Winnetka Police Department currently has 11 members trained as evidence technicians (ET). All members of this unit are required to complete a basic ET course prior to appointment. They continue with advanced specialized training including photography and fingerprint development and recovery. Youth Investigations & Resources Police officers interact with juveniles on a regular basis through juvenile-in-crisis complaints, child abuse allegations, or criminal activity investigations. Incidents of this nature require the expertise of specially trained juvenile officers who are knowledgeable about juvenile law and case handling procedures. As of the end of 2016, the Winnetka Police Department had seven certified juvenile officers, all of whom provide support and social service resource information to juveniles and their parents. New Trier Township Peer Jury Program The New Trier Township Peer Jury Program was established in 1998 as a way for firsttime, non-violent juvenile offenders to avoid formal petition to the Cook County Juvenile Court. Instead, the Peer Jury Program allows juvenile offenders to appear before a jury of their peers for sentencing. Sentences typically include community service and reading or writing assignments. Peer Jury continues to be a successful program that has been shown to reduce repeat offenders. The Winnetka Police Department is a proud supporter and participant in this program. 10

CRIME PREVENTION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS The Winnetka Police Department is committed to assisting residents with crime prevention and safety. To assist in the efforts, the police department offers the following services to residents: Vacation Watch Program: When a resident is absent from the home, they can contact the police department to add their residence to the Vacation Watch Program. Once added, officers will periodically walk the exterior of the home to ensure all doors and windows appear secure. Officers conducted 1,532 vacation checks during 2016. Burglar Alarm Response: The Winnetka Police Department encourages residents to utilize their burglar alarms as residences are often burglarized when a functioning alarm has not been set. Patrol officers respond to all alarms even though most ultimately prove to be false. In 2016, officers responded to 1,059 burglar alarms. False alarms can be activated for a number of reasons, including malfunctioning alarm sensors, human error, or interruption of power. Special Watch Database: Patrol officers access the special watch database daily to stay informed of recent traffic concerns, special patrol needs, community events, and parking issues. Officers can also add information regarding victims of recent crimes to ensure additional special watches are being conducted in the area. Home Security Survey: Residents are encouraged to contact the police department to have a Crime Prevention Officer conduct a security survey of their home. The officer can discuss specific security related issues or answer questions about protecting the residence on a daily basis. Crime Opportunity Reduction Education (C.O.R.E) Card: C.O.R.E. cards help residents become more aware of criminal opportunities involving their property. Officers often leave C.O.R.E. cards at residences, businesses, or on vehicles when they see property that might be especially vulnerable to criminal activity. Car Seat Installation & Inspection: To ensure that car seats are properly installed, the Winnetka Police Department offers child car seat installation and inspection by certified car seat technicians. Residents can make an appointment by contacting the police department. 11

TRAINING Although all police officers receive basic training through a police academy at the beginning of their law enforcement careers, it is critical they continue to participate in training throughout their tenure. The Winnetka Police Department places a strong emphasis on training for all employees in order to stay abreast of new laws, technology, protocols, and threats. Employees are encouraged to supplement their basic training with advanced training in specialized areas that match their interests and skills. The department regularly sends employees to outside training courses such as Evidence Technician, Crash Investigation, and Firearms Instructor. In 2016, the department hosted a number of in-house training programs, including the following. Village Familiarization Program On an annual basis, officers familiarize themselves with all schools, churches, and public buildings in Winnetka. This includes visiting each school, church, and public building at least once to walk through and observe both the interior and exterior of the building. The goal of this program is to ensure that all officers are familiar with the layout of each building should they have to respond to an emergency situation on the premises. Scenario Based Training - The goal of Scenario Based Training is to simulate high stress scenarios that require officers to make quick decisions regarding use of force. The training utilizes real actors and paint projectiles to simulate incidents police officers may encounter on the job. Not only must officers make challenging decisions, but they also must be able to verbalize the reasons for their actions. Officers debrief with the trainer upon completion of each scenario. CPR / AED Training CPR and AED training is conducted annually by a certified first aid instructor. All department members, including the non-sworn staff, learn and practice CPR procedures and AED use for adults, children, and infants. 12

Rapid Deployment / Active Shooter Training - The Winnetka Police Department hosts Rapid Deployment Training up to two times per year at local schools. The training involves officers responding to high stress scenarios where time is of the essence to terminate an active threat. The training is open to neighboring law enforcement agencies as well. Most recently, the Winnetka Fire Department has been incorporated into the scenarios for Rescue Task Force training. The idea behind Rescue Task Force is that fire department personnel can enter a building with police personnel in order to provide medical aid to victims during an active shooter scenario. Both police and fire personnel are taught medical evaluations, emergency bandaging of wounds, and transporting. Taser Training The police department conducts regular refresher training for all officers in the use of their Tasers. Officers receive classroom instruction and take a written exam. They also practice deploying their Tasers on a live actor by utilizing a special suit designed to protect the wearer. Defensive Tactics Defensive Tactics is taught by two certified instructors and is attended by all officers and supervisors. This training allows officers to practice procedures in handcuffing, less than lethal use of force, verbalization, and compliance. Roll Call Training Prior to each shift, supervisors conduct Roll Call Training with the oncoming team of officers. This includes a 10-15 minute discussion regarding department policies, recent court decisions, or scenarios. They also review short training videos covering a wide range of topics from seat belt safety to United States Supreme Court decisions. 13

REGIONAL COOPERATIVES & PARTNERSHIPS Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System The Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System (ILEAS) is a statewide law enforcement mutual aid system established after September 11 th, 2001. ILEAS provides support through manpower and equipment when a law enforcement agency has exceeded its own capabilities. Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS) NIPAS is a coalition of agencies who provide mutual aid to one another in the event of an emergency. NIPAS is divided into two teams: Emergency Services Team (EST) and Mobile Field Force (MFF). The Winnetka Police Department is an active member of NIPAS and provides an officer to serve on each team. The EST is comprised of personnel who are trained in special weapons and tactics for hostage & barricade incidents, high-risk warrant service, major crime scene searches, and other tactical incidents. The MFF provides crowd control for public demonstrations, civil disturbances, and other events involving large crowds. Both teams train on a regular basis throughout the year. In 2016, EST responded to 22 call outs and MFF responded to 18 requests for service. NORTAF Major Crimes Task Force In 1997, thirteen north shore suburbs formulated the North Regional Major Crimes Task Force to assist member communities with significant criminal investigations that exceed an agency s resources. The Major Crimes Task Force currently investigates homicides, kidnapping, and critical school violence incidents. Each member department supplies personnel, expertise, equipment, and support. In addition to responding to call-outs, this unit participates in training to enhance the skill level of all personnel. The task force consists of administrative and support personnel, investigative personnel, and forensic specialists. NORTAF Major Crimes Task Force had four activations during 2016. 14

NORTAF Burglary Task Force The Burglary Task Force is responsible for investigating burglary patterns throughout the member communities. The task force is activated when any of the thirteen member agencies observe a residential or commercial burglary pattern occurring in their area. The Winnetka Police Department currently has two officers assigned to this task force. In 2016, the Burglary Task Force had three activations. NORTAF Major Crash Assistance Team The NORTAF Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) was developed to assist member agencies with the investigation of fatal or near-fatal motor vehicle crashes. MCAT provides a rapid response and professional crash investigation for all major crashes in the NORTAF communities. Winnetka currently has two officers assigned to MCAT as crash investigators. MCAT had 17 activations during 2016, 10 of which were fatal crashes. Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Academy The Winnetka Police Department is a member of the Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) which provides a cooperative approach to emergency preparedness and response. Located in Glenview, NIPSTA currently has thirty-three member agencies that enjoy a year round curriculum. For police members, NIPSTA provides training in a wide array of subjects including: tactical driving, forensics, and tactical scenario-based training. Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory The Winnetka Police Department is a member of the nationally accredited Northeastern Illinois Crime Laboratory (NIRCL). NIRCL offers a wide variety of analysis including: Forensic Biology (DNA), Chemistry, Fingerprint and Footwear Analysis, Toxicology, and more. Partnering with NIRCL enables the Winnetka Police Department to have crime scene evidence processed and analyzed in a timely manner. 15

EMPLOYEE RECOGNITIONS In 2016, the Winnetka Police Department said farewell to the Deputy Chief of Police after 30 years of dedicated service. We wish him a long and happy retirement and thank him for his service to the Village of Winnetka. Promotions Due to the retirement of the Deputy Chief, the police department was able to promote three sworn employees to new ranks. The former Patrol Commander was promoted to Deputy Chief of Police, a Police Sergeant was promoted to Patrol Commander, and a Police Officer was promoted to Patrol Sergeant. We congratulate all of you on your hardwork and continuing success with the Village of Winnetka. New Hires The Winnetka Police Department welcomed two new police officers to the ranks during 2016. All new officers attend the police academy and must pass the State of Illinois Peace Officer written certification exam. Upon completion, new officers are assigned to work with experienced Field Training Officers at the police department who provide mentorship and training for approximately 12 weeks. After successfully completing this phase, new officers begin solo patrol. 16

COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS 2016 Winnetka Police & Fire Open House Each October, the Winnetka Police and Fire Departments open the station doors for the Annual Public Safety Open House. Citizens are welcomed inside for tours of the communications center, lock-up area, firing range, and fitness center. Children can participate in activities while learning about police task forces, vehicles and dispatching. The event is a highlight for residents and police personnel alike. Block Parties The Winnetka Police Department encourages residents to participate in annual block parties to get to know their neighbors. Forming relationships in the neighborhood can have a significant impact on identifying criminal activity in the area. Police officers also enjoy attending block parties to meet local residents in a social setting. It also gives them an opportunity to show the police vehicles to children and answer questions about police work in the community. Ride to School Throughout the year, the police department donates a small number of Ride to School prizes to various school fundraisers. The winner receives a certificate for their child to ride to school in a police car with an officer. The officer will also give a short presentation to the child s class once they arrive at school. This is a unique way for children to learn about policing and fun community outreach opportunity for our officers. 17

WINNETKA POLICE DEPARTMENT Crimes, Arrests, Citations and Activities, 2014-2016 PART I OFFENSES REPORTED ARRESTS & CITATIONS 2016 2015 2014 2016 2015 2014 TOTAL Custodial Arrests 94 96 102 TOTAL Ordinance Citations 138 181 144 Aggravated Battery 5 1 1 OFFENSE TYPES Forcible Rape 0 1 1 Animal Violations 28 28 20 Murder 0 0 0 Battery 3 1 2 Robbery 0 1 0 Burglary 5 1 3 Arson 0 0 0 Cannabis Violations 62 98 48 Burglary 10 17 16 Criminal Damage to Property 1 6 4 Larceny- Theft 59 72 81 Disorderly Conduct / Harassment 6 3 14 Motor Vehicle Theft 8 2 4 Domestic Battery / Violation O.P. 5 4 3 DUI 17 19 18 TOTAL Part I Offenses 82 94 103 Hit and Run 0 0 0 Liquor Offenses 21 29 37 No Valid D.L. / Suspended D.L. 29 28 31 PART II OFFENSES REPORTED 2016 2015 2014 Other Agency Warrant Arrests 6 6 4 Other Drug Violations 8 5 4 Battery 8 2 5 Theft 19 15 9 Criminal Damage to Property 46 57 52 Trespass 0 0 10 Disorderly Conduct 11 22 40 Other Arrests & Citations 22 34 49 Domestic Trouble 51 42 56 Fraud and Identity Theft 93 80 50 TRAFFIC / PARKING 2016 2015 2014 Sex Offenses 0 1 2 Traffic Citations 834 804 761 Traffic Warnings 1,822 1,594 1,702 TOTAL Part II Offenses 209 204 205 TOTAL Traffic Citations/Warnings 2,656 2,398 2,463 Injury Traffic Crashes 34 28 28 COMMON CALLS FOR SERVICE 2016 2015 2014 Non-Injury Traffic Crashes 305 265 293 Total Calls for Service 7,670 7,449 7,771 TOTAL Traffic Crashes 339 293 321 Burglar Alarms 1,059 1,083 1,127 Parking Citations 4,802 3,740 4,651 Fire Department Assist 1,017 1,026 983 Motorist Assist 252 254 276 OTHER DEPARTMENT SERVICES 2016 2015 2014 Noise / Other Disturbance 235 173 259 House Watch 1,532 1,805 1,525 Parking Complaint 441 428 461 Directed Traffic Assignments 2,194 1,525 1,188 Suspicious Incident 484 552 548 Special Watches and Checks 10,358 8,624 7,567 Crime Prevention Cards 350 640 618