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2 <br />3 <br />5 <br />6 <br />7 <br />9 <br />10 <br />11 <br />12 <br />13 <br />14 <br />15 <br />16 <br />17 <br />18 <br />19 <br />20 <br />21 <br />22 <br />23 <br />24 <br />25 <br />26 <br />27 <br />28 <br />29 <br />30 <br />31 <br />32 <br />33 <br />34 <br />35 <br />36 <br />37 <br />38 <br />39 <br />40 <br />41 <br />42 <br />43 <br />44 <br />45 <br />City Council Regular Meeting Minutes <br />January 28, 2025 <br />Page 3 <br />Safe Streets & Safe Communities — Continue Traffic Data Reporting — Build in <br />Falcon Heights Data; Work collectively with VCET to remedy problem areas; <br />develop a safe community camera registration program; and explore purchase of <br />flock and portable camera systems. <br />Employee Wellness — Launch peer support program; educate officers and staff on <br />cardio wellness app; explore use of fitness reward program and sigma tactical <br />wellness evaluations. <br />Recruitment — Administer the ICPOET Grant; increase the size of cadet program; <br />continue marketing to diverse populations; and enhance retention strategies. <br />Chief Spiess presented the 2025 St. Anthony Police pyramid. <br />Chief Spiess stated he is deeply grateful and proud of the dedication and hard work that went <br />into its creation. Each member of the department is committed to achieving the plan's goals, <br />fulfilling our mission and vision, and embodying the core values that define our service to the <br />community. <br />Councilmember Doolan stated this was a great process and document and she appreciates all the <br />work that has been done. She is glad to hear technology is being used. The Procedural Justice <br />Approach is an incredible program. <br />Councilmember Randle stated he is curious about the portable camera system and asked if we do <br />not already have one. Chief Spiess stated the department does not have one but it would be very <br />helpful. <br />Councilmember Doolan stated this is a great plan. She appreciates the multi -faceted approach. <br />Chief Spiess explained the criteria for traffic stops. <br />Councilmember Elnagdy asked about traffic stops. Chief Spiess stated the majority of stops are <br />for moving violations and traffic safety. No questions are asked about immigration status on <br />traffic stops. <br />Mayor Webster commended Chief Spiess and the department on such an extensive strategic plan. <br />Mayor Webster recently met with Police Department administrative support Kim Brazil and Kim <br />recently worked to create a conference for administrative staff. She took personal time to do this. <br />B. Police Department Drone Pro am Presentation <br />Police Chief Spiess reviewed Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly referred to as <br />drones, offer advanced capabilities for law enforcement, including enhanced situational <br />awareness, search and rescue operations, and improved public safety outcomes. To proceed with <br />the acquisition and deployment of UAVs, the St. Anthony Police Department has prepared a <br />presentation detailing the benefits and safeguards of the proposed Drone Program. <br />In compliance with Minnesota State Statute 626.19(9), the law requires: <br />