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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20173479.tiffRESOLUTION RE: APPROVE COURT SECURITY GRANT APPLICATION AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN ELECTRONICALLY WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with a Court Security Grant Application to the Colorado Court Security Commissioner, State Court Administrator's Office, commmencing upon full execution, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said grant application, for the approval and signature by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, pursuant to the provisions of Section 13-1-205(1)., C.R.S., which requires that for the Court Security Commission to consider a grant application, "the application shall be signed by the administrative authority of each entity that is represented on the local security team," and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said grant application, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, with the condition that the resulting agreement must be presented to the Board before being agreed to by staff, to allow the Board to complete the necessary actions. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Court Security Grant Application to the Colorado Courts Security Commissioner, State Court Administrator's Office be and hereby is, approved, with the condition that the resulting agreement must be presented to the Board before being agreed to by staff, to allow the Board to complete the necessary actions. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Clerk to the Board be, and hereby is, authorized to submit said grant electronically on behalf of the Chair. CC_ SO CS(R), F C,CTT I SC,), CTBCeC,), acrcBc) eocc. Coves+s. CO state 3-uci cial iot lccll7 2017-3479 CT0013 COURT SECURITY GRANT APPLICATION PAGE 2 The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 9th day of October, A.D., 2017. ATTEST: ditAgA)11.1)%ok. Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: ,e.p_, uty Clerk to the Board APPROVED AS TO County Attorney Date of signature: to t1(01 CI BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WEI D COUNTY, COLORADO , Chair Julie 7r Steve Moreno, Pro-Tem Sean P. Conway e Freeman rbara Kirkmeyer 2017-3479 CT0013 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS PHONE: (970) 304-6531 FAX: (970) 304-6532 WEBSITE: www.co.weld.co.us 1105 H STREET P.O. BOX 758 GREELEY, COLORADO 80632 October 2, 2017 To: Board of County Commissioners From: Toby Taylor Subject: Courts Local Security Team (LST) Grant The Courts LST wishes to initiate a grant request for replacing aging security equipment that will support the Centennial Center Courts Complex. The total for this grant requests is for $43,757.66 with the following details: 2018 Priority Description Total Requested 1 Nova Lockable Transport RACC Belts (x2) $ 2,750.00 2 Polycom 500 Video (x1)/Partner Premier (x1) $ 8,623.33 Polycom 700 Video (x1)/Partner Premier (x1) $ 13,004.33 3 Astrophysics X -Ray Inspection System $ 19,380.00 Total $ 43,757.66 Buildings and Grounds is recommending approval for pursuing this grant. If you have any questions, please contact me at extension 2023. Sincerely, Toby Taylor Director 2017-3479 Nineteenth Judicial District Local Security Team September 27, 2017 Colorado Courts Security Commission C/O State Court Administrator's Office Denver, CO 80202 via/electronic submission Dear Security Commission Members: Thank you for your consideration, and continued support. The grants we have received since the beginning of the Court Security Grant Program have allowed us the ability to improve the level of security provided in our Court Complex. Without the benefit of these grants, the advancements we have made would not have been possible particularly within the time frame. As we look forward to the potential sunset of the grants, we want to express our appreciation and provide support for their continuation. Please feel free to contact us with any questions that you may have. Regards, Nineteenth Judicial District Local Security Team Nineteenth Judicial District Local Security Team 2017 Grant Request for Calendar Year 2018 The Nineteenth Judicial District has an organized Local Security Team that meets four to seven times per year. It is comprised of members representing the Nineteenth Judicial District Courts and Probation, District Attorney's Office, Weld County Government and Weld County Sheriff's Office. The LST agreed to have the state conduct a security assessment of the Court Complex in March 2009. Based upon this initial review and emerging security concerns, the LST collaboration develops and prioritizes responses and requests to address legitimate security needs. The following request outlines, in order of priority, the equipment requested by the Nineteenth Judicial District LST in the 2018 Grant request. 2018 Priority Description Total Requested 1 Nova Lockable Transport RACC Belts (x2) $ 2,750.00 2 Polycom Video (x1)/Partner Premier (x1) $ 8,623.33 Polycom Video (x1)/Partner Premier (x1) $ 13,004.33 3 Astrophysics X -Ray Inspection System $ 19,380.00 Total $ 43,757.66 The individual summary for each of the above listed items is detailed on pages 3 through 4 of this document. Steps LST has implemented: Since the inception of the Weld County LST, its cooperating groups collectively have implemented varying strategies to heighten security. The following is a summary of some of the more significant changes specific to the LST activities: Emergency evacuation procedures have been developed and tested through training and actual situations. 1 • Employees continue to receive ongoing mandatory training on security procedures. • Every division and office area participates in scenario training specific to that division or area. • Security screening station protocols have been enhanced. • Training and communication with security guards continues to be improved. • Upgrades and enhancements to panic buttons have been installed. • Evacuation drills are conducted. • Communication within entities housed in the Court Complex has improved. • Video recordings at the security posts have been utilized in criminal investigations. • The state Court Security Training has enhanced security awareness and significantly reduced resistance to requests for additional security in courtrooms. Security tips and refresher memos are distributed to staff periodically through the year. • Mandatory security awareness training is given to all new court employees. Off campus evacuation locations have been secured. • An MOU has been developed with the Greeley Police Department for providing inter -agency protection in emergency situations. Objectives, anticipated results and timeline for implementation should requested items be approved: The primary objective is to continue to enhance and sustain security efforts in the courts and probation five -building complex. The following are our anticipated results. All enhancements would be purchased as soon as the funds were made available. • The lockable transport belts would replace outdated equipment and help ensure safety and security measures when transporting inmates. The Polycom systems that supports the remote video court proceedings are aging out. It will be reaching end of sustainable life soon and will have a large impact on security operations if replacements are not worked. LST members: Chief Judge James Hartmann, Nineteenth Judicial District Sherriff Steve Reams, Weld County Sheriff's Office • District Attorney Michael Rourke, Nineteenth Judicial District • County Commissioner Sean Conway, Weld County Sergeant Rich Wayman, Weld County Sheriff's Office Court Services Division • Sergeant Carla Escobar, Weld County Sheriff's Office Court Services Division Court Judicial Assistant Sherri Lapp, Nineteenth Judicial District, secretary LST Deputy Chief Probation Officer Cory Flummerfelt, Nineteenth Judicial District Chief Investigator Keith Olson, Nineteenth Judicial District, District Attorney's Office Michelle Raimer, Human Resources Analyst — Risk Programs, Weld County Human Resources Jack Statler, IT Operations Manager, Weld County Toby Taylor, Building and Grounds Director, Weld County Ryan Rose, Information Services, Weld County • Aleksei Churyk, Information Services, Weld County Clerk of Court Rachael Erickson, Nineteenth Judicial District District Administrator Marci Hoffman, Nineteenth Judicial District, local security team contact 2 Itemized Priority List Priority No. 1: Lockable Transport Remotely Activated Custody and Control (RACC) Belts # of Units Make & Model Total 2 Nova Lockable Transport RACC Belts $ 2,750.00 Shipping $ 0 Total $ 2,750.00 Vendor: Purchase from Less Lethal, LLC, Cincinnati, OH Equipment details: ➢ Non -rechargeable ➢ Includes battery ➢ 90 -hour standby time Objective and Anticipated Results: Our current equipment is in need of enhancement and improvement to meet existing need. Funding this item would provide added security in the courtroom by decreasing the risk of possible harm to the public, and court employees from the dangers posed by presence of aggressive inmates. Timeline: Immediate implementation upon availability of funds. Priority No. 2: Polvcom RealPresence Group and Maintenance # of Units Make Total 1 Polycom Video Advisement System 500 HD & One Year Maintenance $ 8,623.33 1 Polycom Video Advisement System 700 and One Year Maintenance $ 13,004.33 Total $ 21,627.66 Vendor: VideoLink, Denver, CO Equipment details: ➢ RealPresence Group 500-720P; Group 500 HD codec, EagleEyelV-12x camera, mic array, universal remote, NTSC/PAL D. Cables: 2 HDMI 1.8m, 1 CAT 5E LAN 3.6m, 1 HDCI digital 3m, ➢ Power: AMER-Type B, NEMA 5-15 Objective and Anticipated Results: The Polycom systems that support the remote video court proceedings for video advisements are aging out. The systems will be reaching end of sustainable life soon, which will have a large impact on frontline security operations if replacements are not provided. The Weld County Combined Court averages 160 in -custody court appearances via video per month for county inmates and does not include the number of Dept. of Correction inmate video appearances. The County's estimated cost for replacing all polycom systems is $164.536.62 and we are asking the grant assist in funding two out of the 10 that need to be replaced. Having this technology available not only improves the safety and security of the general public and court staff but also alleviates the transportation of inmates to and from the county jail. Timeline: Immediate implementation upon availability of funds. Priority No. 3: X -Ray Security Equipment # of Units Make & Model Total 1 X-Ray_Inspection System $ 17,425.00 Extended Warranty Years 2-5 $ 10,183.00 1.0m Entry Roller Table $ 553.00 1.0m Exit Roller Table $ 553.00 3 Shipping Included Installation and Training $ 850.00 Total $ 19,380.00 Vendor: Purchase from Astrophysics, City of Industry, Equipment details: ➢ 21"x14" inspection tunnel ➢ Capable of identifying IEDs, contraband, narcotics and weapons. ➢ High energy generator for advanced image quality and penetration yet on a small footprint. ➢ The Vendor provides training, installation and service. Objective and Anticipated Results: X-ray equipment is the first line of defense for the Court facilities. The purchase of this equipment will replace the last x-ray machine that is more than -'-'-'five years old, which routinely is inoperable. This technology provides better imaging, which makes for faster processing and allows for bigger items to be inspected. This new technology also is more precise and efficient, reducing processing time without compromising safety and security. Timeline: Immediate implementation upon availability of funds. Thank you for your time and consideration of our requests. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to let us know. Regards, /s/ Sergeant Richard Wayman 19th Judicial District LST Chair 4 Colorado Court Security Grant Application Page 1 of 2 Grant Application County: WELD Priority County: No Status: Submitted Date Submitted: Oct 10, 2017 Chief Judge: James Hartmann Sheriff: Steve Reams County Commissioner: Esther Gesick Application Type: '!f Annual O Y�..d Emer enc Amendment 9 Requested Funds Personnel Services: Security Equipment: Training: 0.00 43,757.66 0.00 Total 43,757.66 List items to be purchased, including staffing request in priority order: 1. Lockable Transport Remedy Activated Custody and Control Belts: Our current equipment is in need of enhancement and improvement to meet existing need. Funding this item would provide added security in the courtroom by decreasing the risk of possible harm to the public, and court employees from the dangers posed by presence of aggressive inmates. Please list any court security measures presently in place: Since the inception of the Weld County LST, its cooperating groups collectively have implemented varying strategies to heighten security. The following is a summary of some of the more significant changes specific to the LST activities: emergency evacuation procedures have been developed and tested through training and actual situations; employees continue to receive ongoing mandatory training on security procedures; very Uploaded File: LST grant request for 2018.pdf Chief Judge Approval: Approved ( �f Please include any related comments below: County Commissioner Approval: Approved Please include any related comments below: Electronic submittal completed by Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board, as delegated by the Board of Weld County Commissioners on behalf of Chair, Julie A. Cozad, via Resolution #2017-3479, approved 10/09/2017. Sheriff Approval: Approved (J; Please include any related comments below: Download Application Packet httn s : //www. co loradocourthousesecurity. com/view/components/annlicant/applicationF... 10/10/2017 Hello