Police Services Board PO Box 31038, Willow West Postal Outlet, Guelph, N1H 8K1 Telephone: (519) 824-1212 #7213 Fax: (519) 824-8360 TTY (519)824-1466 Email: [email protected]

OPEN MEETING AGENDA

THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2021 2:30 p.m. LOCATION: Electronic Meeting Call In: +1 647-749-9252 (Toll) Conference ID Number: 651 409 400#

Closed Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session: 2:30 p.m.

ITEM ACTION

1. Welcome and Introductions

2. Meeting Called to Order, Territorial Acknowledgment

3. Declaration of Conflict or Pecuniary Interest Information

4. Closed Session Resolutions (if any) Decision

5. Delegations/Presentations- None

6. Approval of Minutes of the Open Meeting, December 10, 2020 Decision

7. Approval of Agenda Decision

PART 1 - CONSENT Items on the Consent Agenda can be approved in one motion. Prior to Decision the motion, Board members may request that an item be moved from the Consent Agenda to the Discussion part of the agenda.

7.1 Headquarters Renovation & Expansion Report Information 7.2 Community Account Quarterly Report Information 7.3 Professional Standards Quarterly Report Information 7.4 Suspect Apprehension Semi-Annual Report Information 7.5 Human Resources Report Decision 7.6 Budget Signing Authorities Report Information 7.7 Acting Chief and Deputy Chief of Police Appointment Report Information 7.8 Board Correspondence Report Information 7.9 Board Member Mileage and Conference Expenses Report Information 7.10 Membership Renewals for 2021 Decision Open Meeting Agenda Thursday, January 21, 2021 Page 2

ITEM ACTION

7.10.1 Ontario Association of Police Services Boards 7.10.2 Zone 5

PART 2 – DISCUSSION

7.11 Extension of Guelph Police Service Strategic Plan Decision 7.12 Chief’s Monthly Report (verbal) Information 7.13 New Business

8. Information Items Information • Next Open Meeting: Thursday, February 18, 2021, 2:30 p.m. • Police Association of Ontario (PAO) Employment Conference (virtual), March 1-2, 2021, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (R. Carter, R. Curran, P. McSherry attending) • Ontario Association of Police Services Boards (OAPSB) Spring Conference (virtual): May 26-29, 2021

9. Adjournment Decision

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Guelph Police Services Board PO Box 31038, Willow West Postal Outlet, Guelph, Ontario N1H 8K1 Telephone: (519) 824-1212 #7213 Fax: (519) 824-8360 TTY (519)824-1466 Email: [email protected]

OPEN MEETING

MINUTES – DECEMBER 10, 2020

An Open meeting of the Guelph Police Services Board was held by teleconference call, pursuant to Guelph Police Services Board By-Law 164 (2020), on December 10, 2020 commencing at 2:30 p.m.

Present: R. Carter, Chair G. Cobey, Chief of Police C. Guthrie, Member D. Goetz, Deputy Chief of Police C. Billings, Member J. Sidlofsky Stoffman, Legal Services Manager R. Curran, Member L. Pelton, Financial Services Manager P. McSherry, Member K. McKeown, Human Resources Manager C. Polonenko, Executive Assistant

Guests: Guelph Police Service: John Robinson

1. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS 2. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER

Chair Carter called the meeting to order at 2:35 p.m. by teleconference call between the attendees and gave Territorial Acknowledgement.

3. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OR PECUNIARY INTEREST

There were no declarations of conflict or pecuniary interest.

4. CLOSED SESSION RESOLUTIONS

Moved by C. Guthrie Seconded by P. McSherry THAT the Guelph Police Services Board approve $469.75 of Canadian Tire money from the Property Unit be donated to Cops and Kids to be used for the Christmas Campaign either in 2020 or in 2021 as needed. -CARRIED-

5. PRESENTATIONS/DELEGATIONS - Integrated Youth Services Network

Cyndy Moffat Forsyth, Director of Integrated Youth Services Network Helen Fishburn, Executive Director of CMHA Waterloo Wellington

The Integrated Youth Services Network is a “one-stop-shop” designed for youth from ages

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12-26, to meet mental health, substance use, primary care, education, employment, training, housing and other needs in a centralized location, where all service providers are on one system for full integration. There are four sites in Guelph headed up by the Rotary Club. A bold vision and plan of action is urgently needed, as suicide is the second leading cause of death in this age group in Ontario, and substance-related overdose deaths between January and August 2020 in Guelph has increased by 200% over the same time period in 2019.

A network of support is a safety net for youth and a more easily accessible system is required for them to receive the help before they reach the stage of drug use and suicide. This project is supported by MP Lloyd Longfield and MPP Mike Schreiner. A $10 million fundraising campaign goal has been set and 48% has been raised to date. Once 75% has been reached, the fundraising campaign will go public.

The space they are creating is to provide the opportunity to be part of an integrated community-based team. The hope is that the Guelph Police Service will join as a service partner. It creates a safe opportunity to connect, build trust and be mentors to youth. Chief Cobey noted that a key priority of the Strategic Plan is Community Policing and initially, a representative from the Service could be assigned to join their service providers working group that meets once a week. Helen Fishburn reiterated that the current ask is not for funding, but for formal support for the project.

Chair Carter thanked Helen Fishburn and Cyndy Forsyth for presenting, and noted that the Board will continue the discussion on how the Service can participate as requested.

Helen Fishburn and Cyndy Forsyth left the meeting at 2:55 p.m.

6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Moved by R. Curran Seconded by P. McSherry THAT the Minutes of the Open Meeting held Thursday, November 19, 2020 be approved as presented. - CARRIED –

7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

C. Guthrie requested that a Motion for a request to upper levels of Government be added under 7.9 New Business.

Moved by C. Guthrie Seconded by C. Billings THAT the Guelph Police Services Board approve the Open Meeting agenda as amended. -CARRIED –

Moved by C. Billings Seconded by C. Guthrie

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THAT the Guelph Police Services Board adopt Part 1 – Consent Agenda as identified below.

7.1 Board Correspondence Report That the report titled “Open Meeting – December 10, 2020 Board Correspondence Report” be received for information.

7.2 Meeting Dates for 2021 THAT the Guelph Police Services Board approve the presented schedule for its meetings in 2021; those being January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, September 16, October 21, November 18 and December 9.

7.3 Board Sub-Committee Appointments for 2021 THAT the Guelph Police Services Board retain the current 2020 committee structure for 2021, that being:

Collective Finance Policy Review Performance Bargaining Appraisal R. Carter (Chair) C. Billings (Chair) R. Curran (Chair) R. Carter R. Curran C. Guthrie R. Carter C. Guthrie R. Carter P. McSherry C. Billings R. Curran P. McSherry

7.4 Headquarter Renovation and Expansion That the Report titled “Police Headquarters Renovation and Expansion Project” and dated December 10, 2020, be received for information.

7.5 Human Resources Report – Member Appointments THAT Tracy Dupuis be appointed as a full-time member of the Guelph Police Service effective December 14, 2020.

-CARRIED-

Part 2 – Discussion Agenda

7.6 GPS Use of “GrayKey” Technology

Chief Cobey noted that the goal of the report was to give the Board an overview of the technology used to do forensic analysis of cell phones in investigations for a variety of offences. The GrayKey unit has been exclusively used for forensic examinations once legal authorization has been received, whether by Court issued search warrants, Coroner’s authority and/or consent of the phone owner. Overall, when a tool that involves forensic examination of phones is used, the Service has to be aware of privacy concerns, and also the responsibility to conduct a fulsome investigation of the offences being investigated, and to provide accurate and charter- compliant data to the Courts in a timely manner. The report set out the number of

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authorized examinations and circumstances associated with the successful examinations. After Board discussion, C. Guthrie thanked J. Sidlofsky Stoffman for bringing clarity to this issue in the public realm.

Moved by C. Billings Seconded by C. Guthrie THAT the Guelph Police Services Board receive the GPS Use of GrayKey Technology report. -CARRIED-

7.7 Appointment of Board Chair and Vice-Chair for 2021

R. Carter called for nominations for the position of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Guelph Police Services Board for 2021.

Moved by C. Billings Seconded by C. Guthrie THAT Robert Carter be reappointed for the position of Chair of the Guelph Police Services Board for 2021; and THAT the Peter McSherry be appointed for the position of Vice-Chair of the Guelph Police Services Board for 2021. -CARRIED-

7.8 Chief’s Monthly Report

1) On Monday, December 14, 2020, two new employees will begin work: a. Tracey Dupuis as the Wellness Coordinator: She has a great deal of experience working with the community and with our members as she was a member of the Impact Team. b. Scott Tracey as the Media Relations Coordinator: He brings years of professional media experience to the role, has existing relationships with media partners and understands policing. We strive for transparency to the greatest extent possible as we engage with our community in an authentic way. 2) Chief Cobey thanked the Board and community for their support in 2020.

7.9 New Business

Mayor Cam Guthrie brought forward a motion that has urgency because of advocacy work presently undertaken by himself and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, opportunities that could present themselves with our MP and MPP and other agencies with respect to the IMPACT team (Integrated Mobile Police and Crisis Team) that we have had embedded within our Police Service for the past several years. Chief Cobey has communicated many times that it is important to have the right people meeting the needs of our community. Currently, we have 5 members of IMPACT at the Service who can attend only 35% of the calls, and recently have been

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fortunate to increase the complement to 7 through funding from the Provincial Government. The results of their work are exceptional. When these members meet with individuals with mental health issues, they are able to divert them from hospital to the right agencies, which saves on resources. Guelph wants to have a Service that is able to do more than 35% and needs financial help from upper levels of government and other agencies.

Chief Cobey acknowledged Helen Fishburn, Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, and who oversees IMPACT, as a leader in our community. He stated that we want to be a model to other communities as we demonstrate what is possible if we can provide proactive care 24/7 to those with mental health issues, to move them from just surviving to thriving.

Moved by C. Guthrie Seconded by C. Billings WHEREAS the Guelph IMPACT Team, in which mental health practitioners attend mental health crisis and wellness calls alongside Guelph Police officers, has been an effective model to respond, provide service, and divert calls from hospital; WHEREAS the IMPACT Team has been expanded, but still lacks the funding necessary to make the service available 24/7; WHEREAS more community mental health services, and an elimination of wait lists for services, would help reduce the number of patients who reach a crisis point needing emergency response; WHEREAS the Guelph Police Services Board agrees with the Centre for Addictions and Mental Health (CAMH) that transformative change is needed in how we proactively support the mental health needs of our community; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Guelph Police Services Board calls on upper levels of government to provide adequate, sustainable funding for a health care response to mental health crises, including sustainable funding for mental health practitioners to respond alongside, or when appropriate, instead of police; AND THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Guelph Police Services Board calls on the upper levels of government to provide adequate, sustainable funding for community mental health services, to help people avoid reaching a point of mental health crisis requiring an emergency response; AND THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Guelph Police Services Board calls on upper levels of government to undertake a comprehensive review of the system of mental health crisis response and wellness checks, to ensure that people experiencing a mental health crisis receive the most appropriate response; AND THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Guelph Police Services Board Chair write to the Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, and the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Solicitor General, along with other police services in Ontario, Lloyd Longfield, MP and Mike Schreiner, MPP, to share this resolution. -CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY-

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8. INFORMATION ITEMS

• Next Open Meeting: Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. (virtual) • Ontario Association of Police Services Boards Spring Conference – May 26-29, 2021

9. ADJOURNMENT

Moved by C. Guthrie Seconded by P. McSherry THAT the Open meeting of the Guelph Police Services Board adjourn as at 3:26 p.m. - CARRIED –

R. Carter , Chair C. Polonenko, Executive Assistant

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: Thursday, January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: POLICE HEADQUARTERS RENOVATION AND EXPANSION PROJECT

PREPARED BY: GPSHQ Renovation Liaison Derek McNeilly

APPROVED BY: Chief of Police Gord Cobey

RECOMMENDATION:

For information only.

SUMMARY:

To provide the Board with an update on the Police Headquarters Renovation and Expansion Project.

STATUS REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2021:

Perini Management Services Inc (PMSI) has fully mobilized on site and several more trades will return to headquarters during the month of January.

The site is being provided with excellent housekeeping by PMSI, ensuring safety for trades, GPS personnel and any visitors at HQ.

The construction schedule has been finalized by PMSI with occupancy anticipated in June 2021 and the final deficiency review to be completed in July.

STEERING COMMITTEE:

The Steering Committee continues to meet every 2 weeks and provide oversight on the project. The City of Guelph (CoG) project manager, Ken VanderWal, continues to work with GPS project staff.

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FINANCIAL REPORT:

The recent submission by PMSI of the construction schedule, as well as significant progress in identifying the deficiencies and final work is a welcome update. The CoG is working diligently with the bonding company to ensure all deficient items and the completion of the project is done as quickly as possible.

CORPORATE STRATEGIC PLAN:

This project continues as it relates to objective eleven of the 2016 - 2018 Guelph Police Service Business Plan to successfully complete the renovation and expansion of the Guelph Police Service Headquarters building.

1. Complete the police headquarters renovation and expansion on time and on budget in partnership with the City of Guelph. 2. Ensure business continuity during the project, including having new procedures and practices in place for the completed headquarters building. 3. Develop a communications plan regarding the Guelph Police Service headquarters renovation targeting the public and Guelph Police Service members.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

The Project Team is assessing the remaining work to complete the project against the approved budget of $34.1M (PS0033).

ATTACHMENTS: None

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: January 21, 2021

PREPARED BY: Cheryl Polonenko, Executive Assistant, Guelph Police Services Board

SUBJECT: COMMUNITY ACCOUNT QUARTERLY REPORT (October 1 – December 31, 2020)

PREPARED BY: Cheryl Polonenko, Executive Assistant to the Guelph Police Services Board

APPROVED BY: Robert Carter, Chair of the Board

RECOMMENDATIONS: For information only.

REPORT: As of December 31, 2020, the Community Account balance was $28,834.44. During the fourth quarter of 2020, there were the following community account transactions:

Receipts: Interest 23.721 Police Auctions 2,476.65 Matured GIC 4,887.332 Found Cash 28,137.83 Total Receipts: $35,525.53

Disbursements: Community and/or police groups 10,950.00 3 GIC purchase 4,910.61 Total Disbursements: $ 15,860.61

1 Includes interest from the matured GIC. 2 Thompson Estate funds held in trust for SOA/GPA 3 Groups receiving funds: Cops & Kids Christmas Campaign ($950) Welcoming Streets Initiative ($10,000)

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Investments:

The following are the Guelph Police Services Board current investments:

Investment Interest Date Principal Interest % Amount Maturity Date Maturity Amount 13-Feb-20 $1,616.40 1.45% per year $23.57 15-Feb-21 $1,639.97 10-Mar-20 $7,051.45 1.25% per year $88.14 10-Mar-21 $7,139.59 03-Sep-20 $7,077.00 0.2% per year $14.15 03-Sep-21 $7,091.15 03-Sep-20 $10,210.00 0.25% per year $12.80 05-Mar-21 $10,222.80 **08-Oct-20 $4,910.61 0.35% per year $8.48 06-Apr-21 $4,919.09 **(GPA/SOA Thompson estate funds held in trust) $31,013.13

At the meeting of the Board on November 19, 2020, the Board approved an extension of the contract with the firm Tonin & Co. by one year to perform the 2021 review engagement on the Community Account, to allow sufficient time for the Board to do a full review of Policy BD-01- 002, Community Account, which will be done at the annual Policy Review Committee in 2021.

ATTACHMENTS: Nil

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: Thursday, January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOURTH QUARTER REPORT 2020

PREPARED BY: Andrea Ninacs, Inspector, Executive Services

APPROVED BY: Daryl Goetz, Deputy Chief

RECOMMENDATION:

Information only.

SUMMARY:

The following statistics encompass complaints and investigations that have been undertaken during the period from October 1st to December 31st, 2020.

REPORT - FOURTH QUARTER:

PUBLIC COMPLAINTS - O.I.P.R.D. UPDATE:

In the fourth quarter of 2020 the Guelph Police Service received 11 new public complaints through the Office of the Independent Police Review Director (O.I.P.R.D.). 7 were screened-out at the outset by the O.I.P.R.D. and 1 matter has been concluded by Professional Standards. 3 matters referred to Professional Standards remain ongoing investigations. There were 44 public complaints received in total for the year of which 27 were screened-out by the O.I.P.R.D. 1 outstanding investigation from 2018 which had been deferred due to a related criminal case has been concluded after receiving a decision from the Director of the O.I.P.R.D.

S.I.U. UPDATE:

2 new Special Investigations Unit (S.I.U.) investigations were initiated in the fourth quarter of 2020 1 of which remains ongoing. The other investigation was terminated after it was determined that the injury sustained did not meet the criteria for a S.I.U. investigation. 1 investigation from the second quarter of 2020 was concluded during the fourth quarter. There are 2 matters from 2019 where charges were laid against the subject officers which currently remains before the courts.

INTERNAL UPDATE:

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There has been 1 new internal investigation initiated in the fourth quarter of 2020. It has been referred to an outside police service for investigation with the approval of the Board and with notice provided to the Ontario Civilian Police Commission. It remains ongoing. There have been 5 internal investigations for the year of which 4 have been concluded. An outstanding Chief’s Complaint from the third quarter of 2019 will await the conclusion of the related criminal proceeding prior to commencing. A Chief’s Complaint commenced in the first quarter of 2018 is at the hearing stage with the matter scheduled to reconvene for a continuation in the first quarter of 2021.

LOCAL INQUIRIES:

In the fourth quarter of 2020, the Guelph Police Service Professional Standards Branch received 7 Local Inquiries. These Local Inquiries are in addition to the public complaints received through the O.I.P.R.D. and may be resolved at an early juncture without the matter becoming a formal public complaint filed with the O.I.P.R.D.

REQUEST FOR REVIEW:

There have been no requests during the fourth quarter of 2020 to review incidents investigated by Professional Standards.

CORPORATE BUSINESS PLAN:

Champion our community and our members which will assist with community satisfaction with Guelph Policing services

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

At the present time, the costs are contained within the 2020 Guelph Police operating budget.

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: January 21st, 2021

SUBJECT: SUSPECT APPREHENSION PURSUITS July 1– December 31, 2020

PREPARED BY: Staff Sergeant Kevin King – Professional Training and Recruiting Inspector Andrea Ninacs – Executive Services Professional Standards

APPROVED BY: Daryl Goetz, Deputy Chief of Police

RECOMMENDATION:

For information only.

SUMMARY:

The purpose of this report is to provide the Guelph Police Services Board with the current suspect apprehension pursuit statistics for the period of July 1– December 31, 2020.

The restrictions and requirements regarding suspect apprehension pursuits are located under Ontario Regulation 266/10 of the Police Services Act.

REPORT:

Before initiating a suspect apprehension pursuit, an officer shall determine whether the immediate need to apprehend an individual in a fleeing vehicle or identify the vehicle or driver, outweighs the risk to public safety that may result from the pursuit. The officer shall continually reassess the risk to public safety during a pursuit.

The type of offences for which an officer may pursue, the requirement for supervisory involvement, the tactics used during the pursuit, and the training the officers receive is included in the pursuit legislation and Guelph Police Service policy.

Officers who initiate a pursuit are required to complete a vehicle pursuit report, and the appropriate quality assurance is in place to ensure compliance with the legislation, policy and training. All officers will re-qualify in 2021 through on-line and practical training beginning in April.

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they were not submitted previously.

CORPORATE BUSINESS PLAN:

Maintain community trust, confidence and satisfaction by sharing information and delivering quality services.

ATTACHMENTS:

Appendix “A” - Summary of SAP Incidents for July 1– December 31, 2020

Appendix “B” – Summary of SAP Incidents for January 1 – June 30, 2020 – not previously reported.

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Appendix “A”

Summary of Suspect Apprehension Pursuit incidents for July 1– December 31, 2020

Incident 1:

In early July, an officer on general patrol noticed a vehicle travelling with a motorcycle tied to the rear bed of the truck. The officer checked the license plate on the motorcycle, and it was reported as stolen. The officer initiated their emergency lights and siren to conduct a vehicle stop. The vehicle immediately accelerated and drove in the opposite lanes of traffic. The officer immediately discontinued the pursuit for public safety reasons. The driver was not identified.

Incident 2:

In early July, an officer observed a small sport bike driving without a license plate. The motorcycle began to accelerate. The officer activated their emergency lights and siren. The driver turned their head toward the officers and then accelerated at a high rate of speed, weaving in- between other vehicular traffic. The officer immediately discontinued the pursuit for public safety. The driver was not identified.

Incident 3:

In early August an officer received information about a wanted party possibly driving in a motor vehicle. Police attended to the area and observed the vehicle. Police observed the wanted subject to get into the vehicle and begin to drive away. The officer followed the vehicle for a short period of time and the vehicle was being driven properly. The officer initiated a vehicle stop by activating their emergency lights. The subject vehicle began to pull over but then accelerated away at a high rate of speed. The officer discontinued the pursuit for public safety reasons a short time later. The driver was identified.

Incident 4

In early August an officer observed a motorcycle with two occupants on it. The officer noted that there was no license plate attached and activated their emergency lights and siren. The motorcycle failed to stop and accelerated at a high rate of speed. The officer did not engage the fleeing motorcycle and discontinued immediately for public safety reasons. The driver was not identified.

Incident 5:

In early August an officer was on patrol and observed a motorcycle travelling at a high rate of speed in the downtown core. The motorcycle failed to stop at a red light. The officer attempted to catch up with emergency lights and siren activated. The driver failed to stop and accelerated again. The officer immediately discontinued the pursuit for public safety reasons. Neither the driver nor the vehicle was identified.

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Incident 6:

In mid-September an officer observed a motorcycle stopped at an intersection. The motorcycle had two occupants on it. The license plate had a temporary validation tag attached. The officer queried the plate and noted that the plate did not match the motorcycle. The officer followed the motorcycle until there was a safe place to conduct a vehicle stop. The driver accelerated away at a high rate of speed. The officer did not engage due to public safety. Neither the driver nor the vehicle was identified.

Incident 7:

In early October an officer on routine patrol observed a vehicle that was known to have an unlicensed driver operate it on a frequent basis. The vehicle began to make some irregular turns and police observed it come to a stop at a stop sign. The officer activated their emergency lights and siren and blocked the path of the vehicle. The officer observed a person who matched the description of the registered owner in the front passenger seat and an unknown person wearing a mask in the driver's seat. The driver drove around the officer's cruiser, onto the sidewalk and fled at a high rate of speed. The officer did not pursue the vehicle. The driver was not positively identified.

Incident 8:

In mid-October an officer observed a vehicle parked outside of a townhouse complex. The license plates were queried and came back as stolen. The officer then parked in a strategic area to wait for other police members to attend and assist. Prior to others arriving a subject entered the motor vehicle and began to drive away. The officer followed the vehicle and activated their emergency lights and siren. The driver accelerated at a high rate of speed. The officer immediately discontinued the pursuit for public safety reasons. The driver was not identified.

Incident 9:

In early November an officer was conducting speed compliance and heard loud revving engines. The officer observed two vehicles approaching at a high rate of speed. The vehicles were doing 97kmh and 102kmh respectively. The officer activated their emergency lights and siren to stop the vehicles. One vehicle accelerated faster at approximately 140kmh and left the sight of the officer. The other vehicle slowed appearing to comply but then re-entered the roadway and accelerated. The officer did not pursue either of the vehicles. Both drivers were not identified.

Incident 10:

In mid-November an officer was conducting speed compliance and observed a vehicle at a high rate of speed. The speed captured was 90kmh. The officer entered the roadway and began to follow the vehicle while activating their emergency lights and siren. The driver accelerated, turned onto another street and accelerated a higher rate of speed. The officer immediately discontented the pursuit for public safety reasons. The driver was not identified.

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Appendix “B”

Summary of Suspect Apprehension Pursuit incidents for January 1– June 30, 2020

NOTE:

The following incidents are from Quarter 1 and 2 but were not submitted until after the last board report was forwarded.

Incident 1: June: An officer observed a motorcycle travelling on the roadway and was stopped in the wrong place at the intersection. The officer made eye contact with the driver and then observed there was no license plate. The officer was ahead of the vehicle at the time and performed a U-turn. The driver of the motorcycle then immediately accelerated at a high rate of speed. The officer did not activate their emergency equipment as the driver was out of sight. The driver was not identified.

Incident 2: June: An officer while on routine patrol heard a very loud motorcycle revving its engine. The officer began to look for the source of the excessive noise and located the motorcycle. The officer positioned their cruiser across the lane and activated their emergency lights. The officer exited the cruiser and approached the driver who reversed and pulled around the cruiser and fled the area at a high rate of speed. The driver was not identified.

Incident 3: June: An officer on routine patrol observed a sport motorcycle at an intersection with two passengers on it. The officer then attempted to maneuver to get behind the motorcycle. The driver drove around the cruiser and accelerated at a high rate of speed. The driver drove through a red light without stopping. The driver was not identified.

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: Thursday, January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: MEMBER APPOINTMENTS

PREPARED BY: Jaclyn Millson, Human Resources Advisor Kelley McKeown, Human Resource Services Manager

APPROVED BY: Daryl Goetz, Deputy Chief

RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Guelph Police Services Board review and approve member appointments as reported.

SUMMARY: A proposal for staff appointments is presented to the Guelph Police Services Board for review and approval.

REPORT: A board motion is required to appoint David Lee, Firas El-Ayoubi and Brad Townsend as full- time members of this Service. They have accepted Cadet in Training positions and are attending the Basic Constable Training Program at the Ontario Police College for twelve weeks commencing January 13, 2021. Their Pre-OPC training commenced on January 4, 2021.

Mr. David Lee was raised in Elora and is currently residing in Windsor. David is a University of Windsor graduate who has left his previous employment as a Forensic Engineer with HRYCAY Consulting Engineers Inc. to join our Service.

Mr. Firas El-Ayoubi is a resident of Guelph. Firas is a graduate of the Business Administration program at Conestoga College and has been employed with Linamar for the past 17 years working as a Production Supervisor.

Mr. Brad Townsend is a resident of Hamilton and a graduate of the Police Foundations Advanced Police Studies program at Conestoga College. Brad left his previous employment as a with McMaster University in Hamilton to join our Service.

MOVED THAT:

 David Lee, Firas El-Ayoubi and Brad Townsend be appointed as full-time members of this Service effective January 4, 2021.

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FURTHER THAT: A board motion is required to appoint Connor Vaivods as a First Class Constable with our Service effective January 18, 2021.

Connor was formerly a Police Constable with .

MOVED THAT:

 Connor Vaivods be appointed as a full-time member of this Service effective January 18, 2021.

FURTHER THAT: A board motion is required to appoint Brandon Lohwinow as a First Class Constable with our Service effective January 18, 2021.

Brandon was formerly a Police Constable with Halton Regional Police Service.

MOVED THAT:

 Brandon Lohwinow be appointed as a full-time member of this Service effective January 18, 2021.

FURTHER THAT: A board motion is required to appoint Alex Vallejo as a Special Constable in the Court Services Unit with our Service effective January 18, 2021.

Alex is a resident of Milton who has left his position as a Court Officer- Special Constable with Toronto Police Service to join our Service.

MOVED THAT:

 Alex Vallejo be appointed as a full-time member of this Service effective January 18, 2021.

FURTHER THAT: A board motion is required to appoint students Justin Faria and Megan Pfeiffer as temporary civilian members of this Service.

Justin was the successful candidate for a paid co-op placement in the Information Systems Services Unit and commenced this eight-month placement on January 04, 2021.

Megan was the successful candidate for a paid co-op placement in the Executive Services, Public Information Unit and commenced this eight-month placement on January 04, 2021.

MOVED THAT:

 Justin Farias and Megan Pfeiffer be appointed as temporary civilian members of this Service effective January 04, 2021.

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CORPORATE STRATEGIC PLAN: Guelph Police Service is committed to attracting, recruiting, developing and retaining members in a manner that will support a workplace that is reflective of our community. By doing so, the Service will achieve excellence in our service delivery and provide quality and innovative services that are valued by our stakeholders.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: The compensation and benefit costs for this position will be contained within the overall budget.

ATTACHMENTS: Nil

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

FINANCIAL SERVICES

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: Thursday, January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: BUDGET SIGNING AUTHORITY

PREPARED BY: Lisa Pelton, Manager Financial Services

APPROVED BY: Daryl Goetz, Deputy Chief of Police

RECOMMENDATION: For information

SUMMARY: In accordance with the Board’s Financial Policy BD-01-001, section 7.1, the Chief of Police is required to submit to the Board a copy of the signing authority for the Guelph Police Service budget when changes are made to the document. Furthermore the Board reporting schedule includes a Budget signing authority report in the month of January.

REPORT: Please find the attached signing authorizations by program area for the year 2021. The signing authority list identifies the signing limit dollar amount by business unit or capital project for specific positions within the Guelph Police Service. This ensures appropriate segregation of duties between the requestor and the approver of expenditures and encourages fiscal accountability. This information has also been supplied to the City Finance department.

STRATEGIC PLAN 2019 - 2021: Priority 2: Organizational Health and Service Effectiveness - The need to review police resources and how they are deployed to better meet the needs of the community and members.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS AND/OR RISKS: A signing authorization list is one effective tool to assist in maintaining proper internal controls and ensure expenditures are within budget in an organization.

ATTACHMENTS: Guelph Police Services Signing Authorities

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Guelph Police Service Signing Authorities January 1, 2021

Cost Centre Business Unit Authority Signing Limit All Cost Centres Chief of Police Up to and more than note 1, 2 $1,500,000 All Cost Centres Deputy Chief of Police Up to and more than note 1, 2 $1,500,000 712-0100, 712-0200, Executive Assistant, Chief of Police $5,000 712-0222, 712-0410, 712-0460, 712-0520, 712-0550, 712-0585, 712-0600 712-0100, 712-0410 Legal Counsel $25,000

712-0222, 712-0460, Inspector, Executive Services $25,000 712-0520, 712-0550, 712-0585 712-0420, 712-0500, Administrative Services Assistant $1,500 712-0565 712-0210 to 712-0224, Inspector, Neighbourhood Services Patrol $25,000 712-0270, 712-0521 712-0522, 717-0100 Inspector, Neighbourhood Services Field Support $25,000

712-0210 to 712-0224, Administrative Assistant - Neighbourhood Services $1,500 712-0270, 712-0521 712-0522, 717-0100 712-0220 Sergeant, Tactics and Rescue $5,000

712-0270 Sergeant, Traffic $5,000

712-0222, Inspector, Investigative Services $25,000 712-0300 to 712-0330 712-0300 to 712-0330 Staff Sergeant, Investigative Services $5,000

712-0320, 712-0321 Sergeant, Drugs $5,000

Sergeant, Intelligence $5,000

712-0350 Staff Sergeant, Communications $5,000

712-0340 Staff Sergeant, Court Services $5,000

712-0420 Manager, Information System Services $100,000

712-0450 Manager, Data Services $25,000

All Cost Centres Acting Inspector, Administrative Services $25,000 Inspector, Administrative Services $150,000 712-0520, 712-0550 Staff Sergeant, Professional Development and Recruiting $5,000

Sergeant, Professional Development and Recruiting $5,000

712-0510, 712-0560 Manager, Human Resource Services $25,000

712-0500, 712-0520, Manager, Financial Services $25,000 Note 1 712-0540, 712-0580 712-0570, 712-0571 Facilities Coordinator $25,000

712-0600 Chair, Guelph Police Services Board $10,000

712-0600 Executive Assistant, Guelph Police Services Board $5,000

717-0100 School Safety Officer $600

712-0520 training object All Inspectors and Civilian Managers $25,000 codes: 3405-3410, 3412 Page 25 of 56

Capital Project Business Unit Authority Signing Limit All Capital Projects Chief of Police Up to and more than note 2 Deputy Chief of Police $1,500,000 All Capital Projects Acting Inspector, Administrative Services $25,000 Inspector, Administrative Services $150,000 Manager, Financial Services $25,000 Guelph Police Services Chief of Police Up to and more than note 2 (for Chief and Deputy) Headquarter Renovations Deputy Chief of Police $1,500,000 (PS0033) Acting Inspector, Administrative Services $25,000 Inspector, Administrative Services $150,000 Deputy CAO, Infrastructure, Development and Enterprise Up to and more than Services, City of Guelph $100,000 Construction Manager, City of Guelph $50,000 Project Manager, City of Guelph $100,000 Data Information Administrative Services Assistant $1,500 Management System- Manager, Information System Services $100,000 DIMS (PS0071), Information Technology Hardware (PS0079), Telecom Equipment (PS0086) Vehicles Growth Administrative Services Assistant $1,500 (PS0067), Fleet & Fleet Acting Inspector, Administrative Services $25,000 Equipment Replacement Inspector, Administrative Services $150,000 (PS0085) Facilities & Facility Acting Inspector, Administrative Services $25,000 Equipment Lifecycle Inspector, Administrative Services $150,000 (PS0068) Body Armour (PS0080), Manager, Financial Services $25,000 Furniture (PS0081) Purchasing Coordinator $1,500 NS Patrol & Field Support Inspector, Neighbourhood Services Patrol $25,000 Equipment (PS0082) Inspector, Neighbourhood Services Field Support $25,000

Executive/Administration Administrative Services Assistant $1,500 Equipment (PS0083) Acting Inspector, Administrative Services $25,000 Inspector, Administrative Services $150,000 Inspector, Executive Services $25,000 Manager, Financial Services $25,000 Manager, Human Resource Services $25,000 Investigative Services Inspector, Investigative Services $25,000 Equipment (PS0084)

Notes: 1. For payroll and government remittances that impact the balance sheet accounts and inventory accounts, the Financial Services Manager/Finance Supervisor have unlimited signing authority (in the absence of the Financial Services Manager/Finance Supervisor, the Chief or Deputy Chief or the designate will assume this responsibility). 2. The Board must approve purchases greater than $500,000 that have been budgeted but have not been assigned a specific capital project number with an exclusive description that clearly defines the scope of procurement or a specific operating budget business unit and object code.

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: Thursday, January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: APPOINTMENT OF ACTING CHIEF AND ACTING DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE

PREPARED BY: Gord Cobey, Chief of Police

APPROVED BY: Robert Carter, Chair of the Board

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT the Guelph Police Services Board approve the recommended lists for 2021 as presented for the appointments of Acting Chief and Acting Deputy Chief of Police.

SUMMARY:

Pursuant to Police Services Board Policy, BD 02-004 which provides direction related to the appointment of an Acting Chief of Police and Acting Deputy Chief of Police as the needs of the Service arise.

REPORT:

In compliance with Article 1 of Board Policy, BD 02-004, the following is a recommended list of candidates who possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to act in the capacity of Acting Chief of Police and Acting Deputy Chief of Police if so required due to organizational exigencies.

Acting Chief of Police

• Deputy Chief Daryl Goetz

Acting Deputy Chief

• Inspector Scott Grover • Inspector Cate Welsh • Inspector Steve Gill • Inspector Andrea Ninacs

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CORPORATE BUSINESS PLAN: Support adequate and effective police services

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

Nil

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Open Meeting – January 21, 2021 Board Correspondence Report

• December 21, 2020: 2020 Guelph Police Service Cops and Kids Committee re: donation received from the Community Account (attached)

• December 15, 2020: Letter to Ontario Police Services Boards (Section 31) and O.P.P. Detachment Boards (Section 10) re: Resolution Regarding Government Support of Proactive Support for Mental Health Needs in the Community (attached)

• December 15, 2020: Letter re: Resolution Regarding Government Support of Proactive Support for Mental Health Needs in the Community sent to the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada; the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, The Honourable Sylvia Jones, Solicitor General of Ontario, Lloyd Longfield, M.P., Mike Schreiner, M.P.P. (one attached)

• December 29, 2020: Response re: Resolution from the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario (attached)

• January 8, 2021: Letter from Mario Di Tommaso, Deputy Solicitor General, Community Safety re: appreciation for Board leadership during events of this year (attached)

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: Board Member Mileage and Conference Expenses Report - 2020

PREPARED BY: Cheryl Polonenko, Executive Assistant, Guelph Police Services Board

APPROVED BY: Robert Carter, Chair

RECOMMENDATION: For Information.

SUMMARY: Pursuant to the provisions of Board Policy BD-001-05, Board Member and Board Staff Reimbursement of Expenses, the following chart sets out conference attendance by Board Members and the expenses incurred, as well as the mileage costs incurred in 2020 (CAPG – Canadian Association of Police Governance, OAPSB – Ontario Association of Police Boards). Due to Covid- 19, costs incurred were reduced. (HST is included) Board Member Conference/Expense Date Cost Don Drone Mileage incurred as January – December $82.13 Chair of the Board to April 2020 (pursuant to guidelines in Board Policy) Robert Carter Mileage incurred as January – December $104.64 Chair of the Board from April 2020 (pursuant to guidelines in Board Policy) Conference Attendance: Includes registration, $733.65  CAPG Governance Summit mileage, travel, (Feb. 3/20) accommodations Rod Curran Mileage incurred (pursuant January – December $30.80 to guidelines in Board Policy) Conference Attendance: Includes registration, $1,374.50  PAO Employment mileage, travel, Conference (Mar. 2-3/20) accommodations R. Carter Webinars/Conferences – Includes only $2,542.05 R. Curran multiple attendees (virtual) registration fee P. McSherry  Law of Policing  CAPG Webinars  CAPG Annual Conference

Financial Implications: Expenses set out above are included in the Police Services Board Budget.

Attachments: Nil.

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: OAPSB and ZONE 5 Membership Renewal

PREPARED BY: Cheryl Polonenko, Executive Assistant, Guelph Police Services Board

APPROVED BY: Robert Carter, Chair

RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Guelph Police Services Board renew its membership for 2020 in the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards at a cost of $6,595.27 and OAPSB Zone 5 at a cost of $250.00, to be paid from the tax supported budget.

SUMMARY: For 2021, the fee for Zone 5 remains the same as last year and the Ontario Association of Police Boards fee has increased by $129.32. This year, the Guelph Police Service has an authorized complement of 222.5 police officers and 110.17 civilian members for a total complement of 332.67. Pursuant to the resolution passed at the January 2014 OAPSB Board of Director’s Meeting, to be a member of Zone 5, the Guelph Police Services Board must maintain membership in the OAPSB.

The membership fees for the CAPG (Canadian Association of Police Governance) will be due in February/March.

CORPORATE BUSINESS PLAN: n/a

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: $6,845.27

ATTACHMENTS: 2021 membership dues for Zone 5 and OAPSB

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GUELPH POLICE SERVICES BOARD Pride ● Service ●Trust ●

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE

TO: Chair Robert Carter and Members of the Guelph Police Services Board

DATE: January 21, 2021

SUBJECT: Extension of Guelph Police Service Strategic Plan

PREPARED BY: John Robinson (Research and Development Office)

APPROVED BY: Judith Stoffman (Legal Counsel)

RECOMMENDATION:

THAT the Guelph Police Services Board approve the extension of the Guelph Police Service 2019-2021 Strategic Plan through to the end of 2023.

SUMMARY:

The Guelph Police Service’s strategic plan concludes at the end of 2021.

The on-going impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and uncertainty respecting policing priorities in the mid-term call for consideration of extending the current strategic plan rather than development of a new strategic plan by the Service.

One of the key design features of the current plan is the foundational nature of the Strategic Priorities identified. By design, the plan was created to ensure flexibility is provided which permits initiatives to be added that were not originally conceived. This flexibility permits directed work in priority areas in the context of an environment in flux and based on the needs of our community. In addition, extension of the current strategic plan will permit continued development of on-going initiatives.

The Ministry of the Solicitor General has expressed the view that business/strategic plans can be extended with Board approval. Other police services in Ontario have extended their current plans in order to address the requirement to have a plan in effect while also being mindful of the current context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

REPORT:

Guelph Police Service 2019-2021 Strategic Plan – Moving Forward Together

Ontario Regulation 3/99, Adequacy and Effectiveness of Police Services requires that every police service board in Ontario prepare a business plan for its police service at least once every three years. O. Reg. 3/99, s. 30(1).

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Furthermore, the Regulation prescribes a highly consultative process for establishing a strategic plan including that police service boards consult with their municipal council, school boards, community organizations and groups, businesses and members of the public. O. Reg. 3/99, s. 32(2).

In keeping with the requirements of the Regulation the Guelph Police Service has in place a strategic plan that was adopted for the years 2019 through 2021. At the outset of the development of the strategic plan the Board received and approved a report at the January 25, 2018 Board meeting that set out the methodology that would be used to collect the information vital to establishing the Service’s strategic priorities, including:

• Survey of Guelph Police Service members; • Community survey; • In-person focus group(s) with community stakeholders; • Dedicated strategic plan email address to gather unsolicited public feedback; • Public forum; and • An environmental scan of crime trends, demographics, local factors, policing sector issues, etc. The Guelph Police Service 2019-2021 Strategic Plan – Moving Forward Together (attached) is the product of a year-long effort with much collaboration internally across Service units/members and external consultations with stakeholders as set out in the Regulation. The six strategic priorities set out in the plan are:

• Community Policing (including a need for higher visibility in the community; increased diversity of GPS personnel; and further engagement with various populations in the community); • Organizational Health and Service Effectiveness (including resource deployment to better meet the needs of the community and address members’ wellness); • Community Wellness (including optimizing response to individuals experiencing mental health and addictions crises); • Road Safety; • Drugs and Property Crime; and • Downtown Policing (including increased police visibility) The Service has assigned priority leaders for each of the strategic priorities who are tasked with supporting, monitoring and reporting on initiatives undertaken in support of the established priorities. By design, the strategic plan is flexible with respect to initiatives that may be engaged in to achieve results in the priority areas.

Current Context

On March 17, 2020 a state of emergency was declared in Ontario as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In conjunction with diminishing cases of confirmed COVID-19 the declared emergency in Ontario was replaced in July 2020 with the Reopening Ontario (A Flexible Response to COVID- 19) Act, 2020 (ROA) that maintained most existing Orders and permitted amendments and extensions to applicable Orders. The ROA has been utilized to restrict activities of individuals and businesses/organizations in the context of a “second wave” of COVID-19 with record high confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ontario at present.

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While initiatives continued (and continue) to be undertaken in support of the Service’s strategic plan, the COVID-19 pandemic (and resultant declaration of state of emergency and subsequent ROA backed Orders) has had a dramatic effect on our community, members of the Service personally and the operations of the Service generally.

Challenges to Developing a New Strategic Plan

As noted previously, the development of the current strategic plan was a year-long undertaking requiring significant Service resources and stakeholder involvement. The ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic significantly limits the possibility of engaging in a similar process in 2021 for the development of a new strategic plan for the Service to take effect in 2022.

In addition to challenges associated with Service member availability to participate in strategic planning activities there are obvious limitations on the types of consultations that can be undertaken with community members in the midst of a pandemic. While many individuals have adapted to virtual work in the employment sphere, in-person consultations remain the most viable and appropriate for some members of our community where access to and/or use of technology may be a barrier to participation.

While it is possible to obtain some useful data for a new strategic plan through modified consultations and processes there is no doubt that the on-going pandemic would impact what are perceived policing priorities. The social, political and economic contexts that impact the policing environment and resultant priorities may be dramatically different in the mid-term (i.e., 2022 and 2023), and the latter years of a multi-year strategic plan. The utility of a new multi-year strategic plan developed in the context of a pandemic is questionable.

Extension as an Alternative to a New Strategic Plan

Given the challenges/limitations of developing a new strategic plan in the context of a pandemic, and the likely diminished value of a multi-year plan spanning dramatically different environmental conditions, extending the Service’s current strategic plan may be a preferred option.

While the Service has continued to undertake initiatives in support of the strategic priorities set out in the current plan the pandemic has impacted resources available for undertaking new initiatives in the priority areas and there is more work that can be undertaken within the priority areas beyond the current year.

One of the key design features of the current strategic plan is the flexibility built into the plan that permits initiatives that were not conceived of during plan development to be undertaken as opportunities arise. This flexibility permits directed work in priority areas in the context of an environment in flux.

Extension of the current strategic plan will permit follow-through with on-going initiatives and adoption of new initiatives in our current COVID-19 pandemic environment.

In accordance with the Guelph Police Service Board motion passed on June 18, 2020, it is important to note that this includes the ongoing development of initiatives aimed at ensuring priority is given to the continued focus on the engagement of our BIPOC community with a view to better understand, address and eliminate any prejudice, racism and bias in our Police Service and our community.

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Other Services and Ministry Opinion

While O. Reg. 3/99 requires the establishment of a plan at least every three years there is no standard business cycle for police services across Ontario: services may adopt one, two or three year plans that commence and end in different years than other services. That said, there are at least three police services (i.e., London, Ottawa and Hamilton) that have extended their strategic/business plan due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In May 2020, the Ottawa Police Services Board extended their plan by a year through 2021; On September 17, 2020 the extended their three year plan (2019-2021) by two years through 2023; and on October 15, 2020 the extended their three year plan (2019-2021) by a year through 2022.

While O. Reg. 3/99 does not explicitly address the matter of extensions to strategic plans both the London Police Services Board and Hamilton Police Services Board reports (dated as above) on the matter indicate the Ministry of Solicitor General’s perspective is: “…the language contained within the Adequacy Standards provides for sufficient flexibility for a Business Plan to be delayed or extended. As long as the Board is informed and is supportive, the Ministry’s position is that the Business Plan can be extended or delayed.”

CORPORATE BUSINESS PLAN:

N/A

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:

N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

Guelph Police Service 2019-2021 Strategic Plan – Moving Forward Together

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2019–21 STRATEGIC PLAN Page 46 of 56

MISSION VISION VALUES Through partnerships, To contribute to We, the members of the we are dedicated to the positive growth Guelph Police Service, enhancing the quality and development of believe in: of life and ensuring our members and the safety of all who our community by PRIDE live, work and play in providing leadership in ourselves, our work, our safe and diverse and innovative policing and our community community. that is effective, efficient, economical SERVICE and environmentally with compassion responsible. and accountability

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Table of Contents

Message from the Board Chair...... 4

Message from the Chief of Police....5

Community Profile...... 6

Priorities...... 8

1. Community Policing...... 8

2. Organizational Health and Service Effectiveness.....8

3. Community Wellness...... 9

4. Road Safety...... 9

5. Drugs and Property Crime...... 10

6. Downtown...... 10

Information Technology Commitment...... 11 Page 48 of 56

“ We are committed to Message effective community safety for all people in this from the community, regardless of race, creed, colour, Board Chair sexual orientation, gender, or religion.”

his Strategic Plan for the Guelph Police In determining the six major priorities listed in detail Service is grounded in the experience of our in this document, we listened to the community. T civilian and sworn staff, our understanding of Thank you for your input. policing legislation at both the provincial and federal There is no doubt that the vast majority of people levels, our commitment to listening to citizens of are satisfied with the service our staff provides. Guelph, and our collaboration with many community However, we are committed to continuous improve- partners in determining a safe and secure future for ment in that service. Therefore, the strategic plan those living in this great community. priorities have emerged from our understanding and The Guelph Police Services Board consists of appreciation of the lived experience of individuals five members. Mayor Cam Guthrie and Councilor who have been the observers or victims of crime. Christine Billings are the municipal representatives, We therefore have a commitment to address these Robert Carter is our community representative issues from both a prevention and an enforcement appointed by City Council, and I am the Provincially- perspective. Each is inextricably connected and each appointed member. I offer my thanks to our former must be a priority in the improvement of our work. Provincial appointee, Judy Sorbara, who has served This will be possible with a continuation of our many our Board as a member, as Vice Chair and as Chair. partnerships, both formal and informal. Our mandate is to contribute to effective gover- Finally, we are committed to quantifiable nance of policing in Guelph. This includes crafting improvements in our organization in dealing with the our Strategic Plan, financial management, updating relationship between drugs and property crime, to our and complying with our policies, and collaboration initiatives for resident shop owners in the downtown, with our many community partners. This past year, in working with our neighbourhood organizations, we assumed responsibility for the recruitment and in our commitment to community policing, to road selection of a new Chief of Police, effective March 1st, safety in all areas of the city, and to contributing to 2019. In that regard, we are grateful for the leadership our understanding and work with those suffering from and service of retiring Chief Jeff DeRuyter and wel- mental health issues. The task is formidable, but we come our incoming Chief, Gord Cobey. Both of these know that defined success in each of these strategic individuals are supportive of this plan as we move into areas will allow us to continue to be one of the safest the promises and challenges of our work ahead. communities in the country. We are committed to effective community safety for all people in this community, regardless of race, Don Drone creed, colour, sexual orientation, gender, or religion. Chair of the Board

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Message “ Our citizens have reported that they remain very from the confident in the policing Chief of Police services we provide.”

am pleased to present our 2019 to 2021 Strategic Our citizens have reported that they remain very Plan. This document has been developed in confident in the policing services we provide. In I consultation with our community and our mem- response to the feedback received, we will ensure the bers. The goal of this plan has been to identify our areas of Road Safety, Drugs and Property Crime priority areas of focus as we move forward. The input and our Downtown also remain key areas of focus. of our residents and our community partner agencies While this is not an exhaustive list of our many areas has been invaluable. I am grateful for the hard work of responsibility, we believe that focusing on these and input from our members in the development of areas will assist us as we develop initiatives to serve this plan. the needs of our community and our members. As we seek to ensure we are delivering on our pri- We live in a very vibrant, diverse, and thriving mary mandate of serving our community, we will be community. By working together we can leverage guided by our core values of Pride, Service and Trust. the incredible strength of our diversity to address In order to sustain our ability to serve our community, these priorities and navigate the opportunities and we will remain ever mindful of the core of our service challenges we will encounter in the future. — our members. Therefore, Community Policing and Organizational Health and Service Effectiveness Gord Cobey have been included as two important priorities of Chief of Police this plan. The Wellness of Our Community is an important focus of our work. We will continue to engage with key partners and community stakeholders to play our part in the development of effective, community-based mental health and addiction-related initiatives and programs. In addition, we will work to ensure that we provide the most kind and compassionate service possible when we are called to assist those who may be experiencing a health crisis.

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Community Profile

About Guelph How satisfied is our community with the Guelph Police Service?

According to the Centre for • On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being very dissatisfied and 5 being very Canadian Justice Statistics, satisfied, the average score of respondents in 2018 was 4.0 when Guelph’s population as of 2016 asked how satisfied they are overall with policing services in Guelph; was 131,794. Guelph grew by this was a statistically significant decrease from the satisfaction rating 8.3% between the 2011 and 2016 of 4.27 in 2015. censuses1 and is expected to grow at a rate of approximately 1.5% • 38.8% of the respondents had some contact with someone from the annually through 20312. Guelph Police Service within the last three years. On a scale of 1 to 5, 1 Statistics Canada, Canadian Centre for Justice with 1 being not good at all and 5 being very good, the average Statistics. 2 The City of Guelph Official Plan, March 2018 response rating was 4.24 when asked how they would rate their Consolidation experience during that contact.

How safe do people feel in Guelph? Respondents were asked how safe they feel in various scenarios. The following table displays some results:

Somewhat How safe do you feel…? Very Safe Safe Unsafe

Walking alone in your neighbourhood* 78.2% 20.0% 1.8%

Walking alone in your neighbourhood during the day* 87.4% 11.8% 0.8%

Walking alone in your neighbourhood after dark* 48.2% 40.2% 11.6%

In your home after dark 84.9% 12.8% 2.3%

*People felt less safe in 2018 than they did in 2015 at a statistically significant level (p<.005)

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Crime and Disorder What else affects policing in Guelph? in Guelph

• Crime rates in Guelph have been • Changes in policies, legislation and case law impact on policing. steadily increasing since 2014, Revisions to the Police Services Act are still in flux, marijuana has recently with both violent and property been legalized, and new regulations regarding street checks came into crimes contributing to those force. All these factors impact police operations and resources. increases. • While the Guelph Police Service has introduced new measures to • Guelph’s Crime Severity Index address the intersection of policing and mental health issues, the has also historically been very Service continues to see a growing number of occurrences that have a low, however along with the rise mental health element. in crime rates, the City’s Crime Severity Index has also been • The opioid crisis is having a major impact on our community. In addition rising since 2014.1 to putting members of our community, including officers, at risk, the Service is continually assessing how to best respond to this widespread • Calls for service in Guelph, threat that demands a great deal of already limited public resources. which include both criminal and non-criminal activity, have been rising since 2015. The percent of calls for service which pertain to criminal offences has varied from 12% to 17%.

1 Statistics Canada, Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics.

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Moving Forward Priorities Together

Community Policing Organizational Health 1 Though community members have 2 and Service Effectiveness recognized the significant effort the Service devotes to engagement with Through consultation, residents stated the community, many feel that there they would like to see greater police is still more that can be accomplished. presence in Guelph, as well as faster Concerns of note include a need for response times to calls for service. higher visibility in the community, Consultation with members and a increased diversity of GPS staff, and review of police workload revealed that further engagement with various current officer workload and staffing populations such as youths and levels are making increased presence seniors. To address these concerns, it and proactive work difficult to carry out is necessary to continue strengthening and member wellness is a significant relations with community members, concern. The need to review police as well as exploring and establishing resources and how they are deployed to new initiatives to develop such better meet the needs of the community relationships. and members was identified. An enhanced focus on member wellbeing Responsible Area is essential. Executive Services Responsible Area Indicators Deputy Chief of Police and Human • Perceptions of safety in Guelph Resources • Satisfaction with policing services in Guelph Indicators • Crime rates: • Ratio of officers to calls for service · Total • Response times · Violent • Victim satisfaction · Youth • Member wellness

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Community Wellness Road Safety 3 While it is clear that positive changes 4 As identified by both residents of Guelph have been made in how the Service and members of the Service, Road responds to mental health-related Safety remains a key issue. Calls for calls for service, there is recognition service concerning driving complaints from both Service members and City have generally been increasing over residents that continued focus on how the past several years. Motor vehicle the Service manages such calls should collisions including property damage be a priority. With the high volume of have remained high, with many such mental health and addictions-related collisions involving injury. Additionally, service calls there is a need to ensure Service members have noted that efficient, effective and compassionate proactive traffic enforcement has service is provided by the appropriate become difficult due to the high volume people. of collisions to which they must respond. Consistent with this finding, community Responsible Area member satisfaction with traffic Neighbourhood Services — Patrol enforcement has declined significantly in the past three years. Indicators • Officer involvement in mental health Responsible Area calls for service Neighbourhood Services — • Community partner involvement Field Support in mental health and addictions- related calls for service Indicators • Traffic crime rate • Collisions • Satisfaction with traffic services/ feelings of road safety

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Drugs and Property Crime Downtown 5 Guelph has seen a trend of increasing 6 Crime and disorder in property crime which is linked to remains a specific concern for residents illicit drug use. Satisfaction with drug and downtown stakeholders. Residents enforcement efforts received the surveyed indicated policing downtown, lowest rating by residents surveyed and including increased police visibility, addressing drug related concerns was should be a top priority for the Service. identified as a top priority by residents. Resident survey responses reflected a Consistent with resident concerns, concern for safety downtown. Compared members of the Service rated current to other neighbourhoods, there are more resources allocated to addressing illegal calls for service related to unwanted drugs lowest on a satisfaction scale. persons, disturbances, injured/sick persons, and intoxicated persons. Responsible Area Investigative Services Responsible Area Neighbourhood Services — Patrol Indicators • Property crime clearance rate Indicators • Property calls for service • Perceptions of safety downtown • Drug charges • Downtown crime rate • Officer time spent downtown

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Information Technology Commitment nformation technology is an integral part information technology resources and support. of policing and virtually every aspect of the Information Systems Services will collaborate I operation of the Guelph Police Service is directly with members responsible for the impacted by information technology. There six identified Service priorities to support is a need to ensure information technology efforts in those areas. To this end, Information resources are directed to and support Systems Services will develop an annual the strategic direction of the Service as information technology operational plan that articulated in this plan. The current strategic will include a description of how information plan identifies six policing priorities for the technology initiatives will support the Service’s Service which will require, to varying degrees, strategic plan.

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