PSP031318PUBLIC SAFETY AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING
March 13, 2018
Elected Officials Present Staff Present
Councilmember Tom Mesaros (Chair) Al Compaan, Police Chief
Councilmember Adrienne Fraley-Monillas
The meeting was called to order at 7:14 p.m. in the Police Training Room
Police Department Surplus Property
Chief Compaan explained on occasion the Police Department has property that is no longer needed
and needs to be surplused via auction or disposal. He highlighted property to be surplused including
computers, ear protection, ballistic vests, etc. The ballistic vests will be returned to the manufacturer
to be recycled; the other items will be auctioned. Discussion followed regarding state law with regard
to donating items and specialized laptops used in patrol cars. Committee requested staff confer with
the City Attorney regarding donating the laptops to the school district.
Action: Schedule on the Consent Agenda
2. Ordinance Amending ECC Chapter 5.14
Chief Compaan explained the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney informed the City they will no
longer accept any case involving simple possession of Schedule 1 drugs in quantities of less than two
grams. This section needs to be amended to allow prosecution of such cases in Municipal Court.
Chief Compaan responded to questions regarding examples of Schedule 1 drugs (heroin, meth,
fentanyl, etc.), and possession of marijuana over the amount allowed by state law. Chief Compaan
relayed there was discussion at the Snohomish County Mayor's meeting that the cities and county are
not supportive of moving this to the municipal level.
Action: Schedule on the Consent Agenda
3. Woodway Police Services Interlocal Agreement Extension
Chief Compaan reported negotiations continue with the Town of Woodway regarding a contract for
police services. This extension would extend the ILA through April 30, 2018. He responded to
questions regarding how Woodway's annual cost is calculated and the current cost of the contract.
Action: Schedule on the Consent Agenda
4. Review of EDC Recommendation to Consider Changes to Required 15 -Foot Ground
Floor Heiaht in 113131 Zone
This item was moved to the Parks, Planning and Personnel Committee
The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 p.m.