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Police report: hiring progress and Ohio Collaborative milestones; fire and public works outline ambulance repairs and temporary costs
Summary
Police Chief reported hires and re‑entry into the Ohio Collaborative policing standard (phases 1–4 underway); Fire/Public Works reported two ambulances damaged in separate incidents (vehicle rental estimated $3,000/month, reimbursable), generator quotes being finalized, and public‑works student crews continuing Galbraith Road cleanup.
Lede — The Public Safety Committee heard an update from Chief Cheney on department hiring and progress re‑entering the Ohio Collaborative, and Public Works/Fire staff briefed the committee on ambulance damage, temporary rental costs and upcoming generator and public works activities.
Nut graf — Chief Cheney told the committee the department has multiple new hires and recruits in the academy, and that the department rejoined phases 1 and 2 of the Ohio Collaborative for policing standards with a phase 4 (pursuit policy) certification expected; staff also reported two separate incidents in which ambulances were struck and are being repaired by insurers, with temporary rental costs estimated at about $3,000 per month that are expected to be reimbursed by insurance.
Body — Chief Cheney reported that uniforms are being fitted, several new employees have been hired or are scheduled to start (including two in the police academy) and two positions remain open; he said the department completed phase 1 and 2 certification with the Ohio Collaborative and expects phase 4 to be certified by week’s end after resolving a Lexipol policy issue.
On public records and body‑camera requests, the chief said the department is evaluating fees for public records requests for body‑camera video on a case‑by‑case basis; most requests come from prosecutors (who are not charged) and routine station video access is now much faster following system upgrades.
Fire/Public Works staff reported two ambulances damaged in separate incidents; the dealership and insurers are covering repair costs but the city expects to rent a replacement vehicle while repairs proceed. Staff estimated a rental of about $3,000 per month and said insurance should fully reimburse the city; if rental costs go above a $75,000 internal threshold they will return to council. Public Works said generator quotes (for facilities) are being finalized to bring to council in July, and five Talbot House student workers are assisting with Galbraith Road weed control and site prep.
Ending — Committee members asked for written copies of Ohio Collaborative standards and the department’s updated policies; staff said they would provide certified policy copies, circulate the generator quote for July, track rental cost exposure and return any collection or insurance reimbursements to the council if thresholds are exceeded.
