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CITY OF KIRKLAND

Police Department

11750 NE 118th Street, Kirkland, WA 98034-7114 425.587.3400 www.kirklandwa.gov

MEMORANDUM

To: Kurt Triplett, City Manager From: Cherie Harris, Chief of Police Date: April 24, 2020 Subject: 1st Quarter, 2020 Police Dashboard Recommendation: City Council receives an update on Proposition 1, the 1st Quarter Crime Dashboard and the 1st Quarter Animal Services report. The Crime Dashboard and the Quarterly Animal Services report were formerly provided to the Public Safety Committee and included in the committee minutes for all other Councilmembers. Starting in 2020 with the elimination of committees, these reports will be periodically provided as a consent item to the full Council. The dashboard will be presented under “Business” at the May 5 Council meeting so that an

• verview of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on police services may be provided.

Background: The implementation of 2018’s voter-approved Proposition 1 continues as expected. The Department hired 9 new Officers in 2019, many of which are still in various stages of training. Currently, the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy has closed their campus but continues to train many of the students through a virtual classroom experience. Agencies are required to provide additional training for their recruits depending on the amount of instruction each student had already received prior to the shutdown. Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) training, Firearms and Defensive Tactics Training as well as a few other training topics will be the responsibility of the Department for most of the recruits. The Training Unit has developed a plan to provide this instruction in coordination with other neighboring Cities. Nevertheless, using overtime and prioritization of specialty assignments, the Department has filled almost all the Proposition 1 positions: Pro-Act (4) - All 4 Officers deployed as of October 1, 2019. In addition, the Department has assigned a Sergeant for supervision. School Resource Officer (SRO) (4) – testing and selection occurred in 2019, 3 Officers were appointed as SRO’s. Training occurred during the summer and fall 2019 and all are actively working in their schools as of January 6, 2020. SROs are supporting patrol while schools are currently closed due to COVID-19. Additional testing will occur in Spring 2020 for the remaining vacant position. The Department has assigned a Sergeant for supervision who attended SRO basic and works with the International School and Emerson.

Council Meeting: 05/05/2020 Agenda: Special Presentations Item #: 7. c.

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Neighborhood Resource Officer (NRO) (1) – testing occurred in 2019. The Officer selected is currently the Department Training Officer a critical position that cannot be backfilled with

• vertime. The new Training Officer selection has occurred and is currently cross-training.

Crime Analyst (1) – hiring in process. Backgrounds are on hold due to the coronavirus. Mental Health Professional (MHP) – This position will be primarily paired with the new

• NRO. An RFP was conducted and there is currently one qualified candidate who is interested in

the position. The current NRO continues to respond to calls related to people experiencing homelessness, and the current WASPC grant-funded MHP is working several days a week and riding with patrol officers who have completed the 40-hour crisis intervention training. These teams respond to crisis calls in progress when available and/or follow up as needed after calls

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Gun Safety program – Staff developed a safety program that includes safety instruction and will provide gun locks and or gun safes to those that attend. This program is ready for presentation to the City Manager. The Department has previously provided both written and verbal reports to the Council Public Safety Committee on a quarterly basis about crime and updates on major programs. The 2020 Crime Dashboard was developed with Council input and is designed to provide a quick visual “dashboard” of whether or not crime in the City of Kirkland is within the expected range, depicted in green if it’s above the expected range or depicted in red with an asterisk (*) if it’s below the expected average (trending worse). Using a weighted average for the last five years, the Department Crime Analyst also looks at the normal range and specifically for trends that might make a certain category appear to fluctuate unnecessarily. In addition, a brief written analysis is included on each category and if there are any anomalies they are noted for further investigation. COVID-19 has had a significant impact on crime, with most categories seeing a sharp drop in activity since the pandemic began. The effect was most noticeable beginning the third week of March and thus factored into the decrease that is seen across most categories. In addition to the ”stay at home” order issued by Governor Inslee, the Department restricted Officer’s activity in an effort to increase social distancing with the public. While encouraged to be highly visible in and around businesses that were closed and in collision complaint zones, they were

• therwise directed to reduce enforcement to crimes of a serious nature such as traffic stops of

vehicles exhibiting high risk behavior, and not just for an equipment violation. Through collaboration with NORCOM, the use of online reporting was encouraged and community members calling 911 where asked to meet Officers outside whenever possible. This tactic was well received by the public. In addition, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by Officers increased.

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Kirkland Police Department Dashboard

January 1 to March 31, 2020 Crimes of Interest 2012-2019

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Murder 0.1 0 to 0

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Sex Offenses 11.5 8 to 15 9

• 21%

Robbery 5.0 3 to 7 5

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Aggravated Assault 9.8 7 to 13 17 *74% Burglary - Residential 38.7 26 to 52 27

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Burglary - Commercial 20.1 12 to 28 22 9% Motor Vehicle Theft 38.4 26 to 51 35

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Motor Vehicle Prowl 135.9 103 to 169 110

• 19%

DUI 67.5 52 to 83 36

• 47%

Collisions 346.3 314 to 379 257

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2020 1st Quarter Crime Summary

Murder: There were no murders in first quarter of 2020. The last murder in Kirkland was in May

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Sex Offenses: This category includes crimes such as rape, child molestation, indecent liberties, and voyeurism. There were 9 cases reported in the first quarter which is down 21% from the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. This category has small numbers and is prone to fluctuations. Robbery: There were 5 robberies reported in the first quarter. This is down 1% over the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. Aggravated Assault: There were 17 aggravated assaults in the first quarter of 2020. This is up 74% over the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. It is important to note that aggravated assaults are not a frequent crime in Kirkland and fluctuations in small numbers can result in large percentage changes. Four of the assaults were domestic violence related which is about 24%. Residential Burglary: There were 27 residential burglaries reported in the first quarter of 2020, representing a decline of 30% from the weighted average of the past eight years. Commercial Burglary: We had 22 commercial burglaries in the first quarter of 2020 which represents a 9% increase from the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. There was a spate of detached garage break-ins at an apartment complex as well as a number of public storage burglaries that contributed to the overall total in the first quarter. Despite the increase, commercial burglaries still fell within the expected range. Motor Vehicle Theft: There were 35 auto theft reports in the first quarter, representing a decrease of 9% from the weighted average of the same period over the previous eight years. Auto thefts in Kirkland have slowed after peaking in 2017. Car Prowl: There were 110 car prowls reported citywide in the first quarter of 2020, representing a 19% decrease from the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. DUI: There were 36 DUI arrests made in in the first quarter of 2020. This represents a 47% decrease from the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. Collisions: 257 collisions were reported in the first quarter of 2020, a 26% decrease from the weighted average of the same period over the past eight years. Collisions are at the lowest level for the first quarter since before annexation in 2011.

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CITY OF KIRKLAND

Police Department

11750 NE 118th Street, Kirkland, WA 98034-7114 425.587.3400 www.kirklandwa.gov

MEMORANDUM

To: Kurt Triplett, City Manager From: Cherie Harris, Chief of Police Todd Aksdal, Administrative Lieutenant Date: April 24, 2020 Subject: Animal Services Quarterly Report – 1st Quarter 2020 Recommendation: City Council receives an update on the Animal Services Program. Background: While the intent of the 1st Quarter was to increase compliance with pet licensing requirements, the response to COVID-19 included the waiver of late fees and rescinding the requirement to provide proof of rabies vaccination at the time of renewal. The following categories of information were developed in collaboration with the previous Council Public Safety Committee: Total program expenditures vs. licensing revenue: Quarter Expenditures Revenue Donations Q1 $47,873 $41,700 $1,295 Expenses include salaries and benefits, sheltering costs, veterinarian services, Petdata licensing services and various program costs such as marketing and communications. Revenue is the sum of pet licensing. Pet Data licensing activity by month (including City Hall & Police Department):

Rask – 2016 Kirkland

• 2019

1 year 2 year Replace Total Kirkland

• 2020

1 year 2 year Replace Total January 658 January 467 55 1 523 January 379 47 426 February 779 February 488 64 1 553 February 409 38 1 448 March 768 March 581 75 2 658 March 393 52 2 447 Total 2205 1536 194 4 1734 1181 137 3 1321

An innovative marketing and outreach program using professional canvassers is currently on hold due to the “stay at home” order.

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The following table depicts 1st quarter sheltering and intake activity: Everett Shelter Intakes Dogs Cats Other Total

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5 17 36 58 $21,223* KPD Intake Dogs Cats Other Total

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8 8 $0 Veterinary Care Dogs Cats Other Total

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5 5 $1890.37 Meow Cat Rescue/RASK acceptance of Kirkland Pets Dogs Cats Other Total

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$25.76 Total Intake and Cost 13 22 36 71 $23,139.13 *$19,168 of the quarterly sheltering costs were incurred during a single animal cruelty investigation. ACO Matison obtained a search warrant and seized 41 animals

• ut of a vehicle in which the owner and her teenage daughter were living. An

additional 10 animals were born while at the animal shelter. The City of Kirkland was responsible for the sheltering costs for each of the animals until they were forfeited during a civil court proceeding. The animals were adopted out following the court ordered forfeiture. The criminal court case is pending, and the defendant may be required to pay some or all of the sheltering costs depending on the

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Animal Control Officer Activity: Activity Quantity Calls for Service Responded To 203 Lost Animals Reunited with Their Owners 15 Off Leash Dog Warnings 5 Off Leash Dog Tickets 4 On-view (Foot Patrol etc.) 25 Community Events / Meetings Attended 10 Warnings Given 45 Criminal Citations Issued 1 Notices of Infraction Issued 8 Cases Written 10 Cases Filed with the Prosecutor 1 Barking Dog Complaints Responded To 10 Hobby Kennel/ Cattery License 6 Dog Bite Complaints Responded To 2 License Canvassing: No canvassing occurred in the 1st quarter of 2020.

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Parks Enhanced Leash Law Enforcement (Kris / Betty - Parks Department): Activity Quantity Written warnings 106 Tickets 3 Contacts 230 License pamphlets handed out 115 Notes from a selection of calls Officer Matison responded to during the 1st quarter: 20-1746: ACO Matison received an email complaint about a white SUV parked at the Lake Washington United Methodist Church with roughly 8 animals living inside with an adult female and teenage female. ACO located the vehicle and observed numerous animals inside. ACO Matison obtained a search warrant for the removal of the animals. A total of 41 animals, to include cats, dogs, rats, mice and guinea pigs were removed from the vehicle and taken to the Everett Animal Shelter. 10 additional rats were born while they were being held at the shelter, pending the civil hearing. The animals were forfeited during a civil court hearing and were

• adopted. The owner of the vehicle was charged with several animal cruelty related crimes.

The criminal case pending. 20-3208: ACO Matison investigated a possible animal cruelty complaint from a local veterinary clinic in Kirkland. The clinic received a voicemail on 1/25/2020 from a client stating her cat was in pain and wanted it to be euthanized. The client expressed her frustrations that the clinic was not open on Saturday and yelled “I am going to put my own animal down”. The client left no contact information or name. The clinic manager contacted Comcast to get a phone list from Saturday and was able to identify the individual that left the voicemail. ACO Matison contacted the owner of the cat and confirmed that the cat was humanely euthanized by a veterinarian at a clinic in Bothell. 20-8095: ACO Matison responded to a call for service for a Kirkland resident requesting information on owning venomous snakes within City Limits. Ofc Matison informed the citizen, that venomous snakes (specifically a Western Hognose) are illegal to own under KMC 8.09.518 and most all other jurisdictions. This sweet boy was found wandering in the street but was successfully returned home after identifying his owners by his Kirkland Pet License!