Crime Prevention and Policing Study Strategic Update and Policing Services Model Review
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Crime Prevention and Policing Study Strategic Update and Policing Services Model Review Part 1, 2, and 3 Appendix SUBMITTED TO THE Mayor and Council JUNE 30th 2011 perivale + taylor Red Deer Crime Prevention and Policing Review and Policing Service Model Review Part 1, 2, and 3 Appendices Table of Contents Appendix 1-1 RFP Deliverables............................................................................................................ 3 Appendix 1-2 Interview and Contact Listing ..................................................................................... 11 Appendix 1-3 Cities Included in the NORM Analysis ...................................................................... 16 Appendix 1-3A NORM Analysis ........................................................................................................ 17 Appendix 1-4 UK National Perspective ............................................................................................. 22 Appendix 1-5 Red Deer Crime Rate Trends 2004 to 2009 ............................................................ 30 Appendix 1-6 Interpretation of Clearance Status ............................................................................. 43 Appendix 1-7 Calls for Service............................................................................................................ 46 Appendix 1-7A Calls for Service, by Offence Type, by Zone ....................................................... 51 Appendix 1-8 Synopsis of Crime Prevention Literature Review .................................................... 65 Appendix 1-9 Community Resource Inventory ................................................................................. 83 Appendix 2-1 Council Workshop, August 2010 ................................................................................ 86 Appendix 2-2 Focus Groups, Community Agencies and Organizations ...................................... 93 Appendix 2-3 News Release ............................................................................................................... 98 Appendix 2-4 Main Telephone Survey .............................................................................................. 99 Appendix 2-5 Final Call Dispositions ............................................................................................... 113 Appendix 2-6 The Red Deer public input webpage ....................................................................... 114 Appendix 2-7 Print Survey ................................................................................................................. 115 Appendix 2-8 Public Input Summary................................................................................................ 117 Appendix 2-9 Neighbourhoods Participating in the Telephone Survey ...................................... 160 1 Red Deer Crime Prevention and Policing Review and Policing Service Model Review Appendix 2-10 Community Input for Programs/Initiatives ............................................................. 161 Appendix 2-11 Crime Prevention and Policing Review Public Forum ...................................... 172 Appendix 3-1 Leading Police Practices ........................................................................................... 183 Appendix 3.2 Levels and Types of Service ......................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. Appendix 3-3 Changes in Service Provider .................................................................................... 196 Appendix 3-4 The Establishment of the Federal Way Police Department (FWPD) ................. 199 Appendix 3-5 Governance Models ................................................................................................... 202 Appendix 3-6 Community Safety Committee .................................................................................. 203 Glossary of Terms and Definitions ...................................................................................................... 204 Works Referenced ................................................................................................................................. 205 2 Red Deer Crime Prevention and Policing Review and Policing Service Model Review Appendix 1-1 RFP Deliverables PART 1: Research and Statistical Analysis Purpose 1. To undertake detailed research that will provide an accurate picture and clearly articulate the reality of issues related to crime in Red Deer, with a comparison to what is happening in other communities of similar size and a comparison with the benchmark data identified in the first strategy document from 2003 - 2004. It will be further identified and articulated as to how crime is being responded to in the community by stakeholders including the police, Alberta and Federal Justice, crime prevention agencies and other community agencies (e.g. John Howard Society, Safe Harbour etc.). 2. To provide a literature review of leading crime prevention and policing practices from other communities. 3. To be used as benchmark data for comparative purposes. Minimum Requirements 1. Conduct a workshop with City Council members to provide a foundation for the development of guiding principles for crime prevention and policing in Red Deer for now and into the future, in keeping with The City of Red Deer Strategic Plan, Vision and Direction. 2. Review previous work, related studies, publications and documents as attached in “Appendix A - Work, Related Studies, Publications and Documents for Review” in order to develop an understanding of the issues surrounding policing services. 3. Review Red Deer and area demographic information and draw any correlations to Red Deer‟s crime statistics and approaches taken to address the issues. Demographic information will include but not be limited to: • Age (seniors, youth) • Population (aboriginal, transient, immigrant, urban/rural etc.) • Trade area/income relationships • Location (proximity to resorts, reserves, significance of being situated between Edmonton and Calgary) 4. Review and analyze existing crime data and policing services in Red Deer and other communities and relate this to other research: 3 Red Deer Crime Prevention and Policing Review and Policing Service Model Review a) Review and analyze crime and crime rates (for all kinds of offenses) • In Red Deer – current trends • In Red Deer in comparison to 2005 Crime Prevention and Policing Study • In other similar sized communities in Alberta • In other similar sized communities in Canada • In other similar sized communities outside of Canada • Consideration of criminal code offenses vs. other offenses including enforcement of local bylaws • Consideration of determinants of criminal behaviour such as bullying, education/literacy levels etc. • Consideration of characteristics of crime perpetrators (e.g. age, education, place of residence etc.). • Consideration of how demographic variables might affect how crime occurs and how it is reported, compared and viewed b) Review and analyze the relationship between crime rates (i.e. drug activities) in Red Deer as it relates to gangs or organized criminal activity/perceived concerns. c) Review and analyze the impact of social agencies and services on the community. d) Review and analyze clearance rates (for all kinds of offenses) in Red Deer, compared to other similar sized communities in Alberta and Canada. e) Review and analyze levels of policing: (i) In Red Deer compared to other similar sized communities in Alberta and Canada. This might include such things as caseload/officer, the number of officers/capita etc. (ii) Current policing capabilities (services, investigations, programs), and what needs might be into the future. This might include the resource ability of the Police to respond in a timely manner. Note: This information will also relate to Part 3. (iii) Identify services provided by the RCMP as an organization, that are not provided by the local detachment but through other units. Note: This information will also relate to Part 3. f) Examine what research shows about crime rates in communities as they grow and determine if there is a difference between communities that have a strong economic growth and those that do not. g) Based on the statistics specific to Red Deer, identify the key crime areas that need attention. Suggest reasons why these problems seem to be occurring in Red Deer. 5. Examine roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders in addressing crime prevention and policing: a) Review and analyze what research shows about the role of (i) The police and identify key issues related to the police‟s ability to respond to crime issues. (ii) Citizens/effectiveness of citizens in preventing and reducing crime. This will include youth, adults, etc. Cite examples from other communities. 4 Red Deer Crime Prevention and Policing Review and Policing Service Model Review (iii) Crime agencies, other community agencies, The City, etc. in preventing and reducing crime. Cite examples from other communities (e.g. community agency education programs) (iv) Schools/School Boards/Teachers/Youth (including student bodies) within Schools, in crime prevention in both our and other communities. b) Evaluate other resources available to assist the police in the community (e.g. Citizens on Patrol, Neighbourhood Watch, etc.) Analyze the need for and impacts of levels of Police involvement in community initiatives. 6. Review and analyze leading practices in other communities: a) Review and analyze how