City of Assumption Police Committee met June 14.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
Meeting called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Alderperson Sue Burgess.
Police Committee members present were Alderpersons Sue Burgess, Kandy Smith and Donny Walden. Also present were Mayor Page, Chief Wade, Officer Zeitler and City Clerk Janet Waller.
Present in the audience was Travis Sullivan.
Alderperson Smith made a motion to approve the Police Committee Meeting minutes of May 11, 2022, seconded by Walden.
Under Old Business:
Officers will continue to work on the junk vehicle issues.
Chief Wade informed the committee of the upcoming Ag Safety Day on June 25th. Chief Wade will be in charge of bicycle safety. Chief Wade will purchase a bike and have a drawing for a free bicycle.
Under New Business:
Chief Wade updated the committee that the new part-time officer is doing great.
Chief Wade received a quote for new tires for the squad car. The amount is $1,118.00 from
Dave Reed Autobody. The committee will put on the agenda for the purchase of new tires.
Officers have been busy with training and have had several calls lately.
The committee discussed the number of wrecks at Rt 51 and Leafland.
The officers continue to work with other communities.
Chief Wade reminded everyone the need for people to call 911 or the Sheriffs Department. The officers will be notified and respond if on duty or the county will cover the calls.
The railroad crossing on First Street will be fixed on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 and the road will be blocked for a portion of the day.
The committee discussed if any of the calls reported are due to mental health issues.
Body cameras are ready for the officers to use.
The committee would like the officers to continue to observe the park.
If there are any issues with golf carts or side by sides, people should call the county and report the issue.
The committee adjourned at 6:53 pm.
https://cityofassumption.org/documents/397/6-14-22_Police_Meeting.doc.pdf
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