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PSC - Minutes - 01-26-17 CITY OF ROSEMEAD PUBLIC SAFETY CONNECTIONS FORUM REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 3936 N. MUSCATEL AVENUE �-� THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017 The mission of Public Safety CONNECTIONS is to: • Serve as a community "think tank" and "information clearinghouse" on ways to prevent crime and to combat drugs and alcohol abuse; • Develop and promote positive and wholesome recreational activities and community service opportunities for young people and their families; • Coordinate with organizations that address human and social services needs to promote a healthy community; and • Promote and encourage emergency preparedness by all community members. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER—6:04 p.m. by Margaret Clark. Community Representatives Present Lena Woo, Asian Pacific Family Center Chau Tran, Rosemead Buddhist Monastery Art Landing, Rosemead Kiwanis Brian Bristol, Rosemead High School Ron Esquivel, Rosemead School District Juan Tinoco, University of the West Joe Basile, Rosemead Resident James Berry, Beautification Committee Member and Rosemead Resident Brian Lewin, Beautification Committee Member and Rosemead Resident Katrina Sornoso, Beautification Committee Member and Rosemead Resident City Representatives Present Margaret Clark, CONNECTIONS Chair and Council Member Sandra Armenta, Council Member substituting for CONNECTIONS Co-Chair Bill Alarcon Bill Manis, City Manager Lt. Somoano, LASD Michael Reyes, Public Safety Mandy Wong, Public Safety PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE—Margaret Clark 1. INTRODUCTIONS/WELCOME 2. MINUTES—January 26, 2016 There was a motion by James Berry and a second by Ron Esquivel to approve the Public Safety CONNECTIONS Forum minutes for October 27, 2016. Minutes were unanimously approved. Absentee: Sandra Armenta ROSEMEAD PUBLIC SAFETY CONNECTIONS FORUM MEETING MINUTES January 26,2017 3. SIGNIFICANT LAW ENFORCEMENT INCIDENTS Lt. Somoano provided an update on crime activity, including the following: o Year-to-Date there is 11% decreased in residential burglary; increase in Commercial Burglary;Auto Theft decreased 30%compared to last year. o In the San Gabriel Valley many businesses had their windows smashed which occurred during the night. o The Rosemead Special Assignment Team has been busy, keeping up with the crime trends and changes. They had 19 search warrants, 55 parole search and seized 15 fire arms. o Illegal activity at the Motel on Del Mar. 4. PURPOSE AND FOCUS OF CONNECTIONS Sandra Armenta was a special guest and substituting for CONNECTIONS Co-Chair, Bill Alarcon, is here to remind CONNECTIONS members the purpose of CONNECTIONS. She mentioned the focus is not quite there. Ms. Armenia reminded us about the CONNECTIONS Mission Statement and what we as a group should be focusing on. There should be no hostile environments at the CONNECTIONS Forum meetings and members should be allowed the opportunity to express their thoughts and suggestions. Members should not feel intimidated and/or be uncomfortable. CONNECTIONS members should be proud of the many accomplishments such as the Social Host Ordinance, Graffiti Ordinance, Parent Survival Guide Book, and Town hall Meetings on alcohol and drug awareness. Lastly, continue to strive and take into the consideration the CONNECTIONS purpose and Mission Statement. Juan mentioned about the formation of a CONNECTIONS sub-committee to work on the SWOT analysis and asked Sandra regarding the benefits of the SWOT analysis. SWOT is a tool to help generate information. When too many sub-committees are formed, breakdown of communication occurs. We may want to re-review the purpose of CONNECTIONS sub-committee. Discussions and dialogues followed. 5. BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS Jason Chacon will email Mandy Wong of the city's upcoming special events. If anyone is interested in volunteering, contact Parks and Recreation at(626)569-2160. Mandy Wong wanted to thank the CONNECTIONS members and Rosemead CERT members that came to help with the Homeless Count on March 24th. Jane Chavez said the beauty of the CONNECTIONS Forum is networking. The San Gabriel Valley Pregnancy Help Center was looking for an office manager. Mandy Wong was able to help them connect with and find a great staff member for the agency. Katrina Sornoso mentioned she is hosting a fundraiser at her home for the Garvey School District Founders' Day. Everyone is invited to attend. Brian Lewin mentioned about creating a tri-fold on Rosemead High School's accomplishments for realtors to distribute to potential buyers. ROSEMEAD PUBLIC SAFETY CONNECTIONS FORUM MEETING MINUTES January 26,2017 James Berry mentioned the 2nd annual Civic Pride Day on April 29th. This year the clean-up efforts will focus on smaller areas. If you know a location, please contact a Beautification Committee Member. Katrina Sornoso was busy with the Holiday Seasons. She was able to get $300 worth of Wal Mart gift cards for the Migrant Families in the Garvey School District and additional$100 gas card as well. Art Landing mentioned Bicycle for Transportation. For more information contact Art Landing at art@sgvtax.com. Bill Manis shared that the City appointed a new Finance Director, Pearl Lieu as our previous has retired. Also, Lieutenant Somoano has transferred to the Santa Clarita Station as the Lieutenant in the Detective Bureau. Lieutenant Robert Hahnlein has been appointed as Rosemead's Chief of Police. Lt. Hahnlein has 27 years of service in the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. Sandra Armenta mentioned Pasadena City College Pie Day event at Rosemead Community Recreation Center on May 24th. Time to be determined. More details to follow. Invitation will be extended to the middle schools and Rosemead High School students. Michael Reyes invited everyone to attend the Coyote Awareness Workshop on February 8th at the Public Safety Center, 6pm. Ron Esquivel invited everyone to the Rosemead School District Education Foundation Casino Night on March 4th. All proceeds go back to the students that attend the Rosemead School District. Lena Woo thanked Lt. Somoano for his support and community involvement. He will be missed. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT None. 7. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm.