Title
Public Safety Implementation Plan Update
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive the public safety update from the Olympia Police Department. Briefing only; No action requested.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive an update from the Olympia Police Department on the implementation plan for changes funded by the public safety levy lid lift.
Staff Contact:
Ronnie Roberts, Chief, Olympia Police Department, 360.753.8409
Presenter(s):
Ronnie Roberts, Chief of Police
Background and Analysis:
The Olympia Community voted to approve a public safety levy lid lift in November 2017. The Olympia Police Department has created an implementation plan to prepare for new and enhanced programs to serve our community.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
Community responses to recent survey indicated a desire for creative and unique solutions and programs tailored for Olympia’s needs. As a result, the department will enhance Walking Patrol, add Neighborhood Liaisons, and develop a community crisis response team.
Options:
N/A
Financial Impact:
This implementation will be funded by dollars associated with the public safety levy.
Attachments:
Public Safety Implementation Plan Presentation