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 "Birthplace of the Oil Industry" "Tree City, USA" for 20 Consecutive Years 107 North Franklin Street ● Titusville, Pennsylvania ● (814) 827-5300 |
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Titusville Police Department
February March April May June July September October
February YTD Total Incidents - 279 660
Assaults - 0 2 Burglary - 1 2 Thefts - 11 32 Vandalism - 11 19 Drugs - 7 14 D.U.I. - 3 10 Disorderly - 4 7 Drunkenness - 1 3
Crimes Code Arrest - 13 25 Vehicle Code Arrest - 16 29
February YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 3875.80 8270.78
OVERTIME COMPARISONS- In February of 2005 the department paid a total of $4415.39 in overtime after A.G. reimbursement. For 2006 during the same time period the department paid $3338.73, however approximately another $1539.00 of this is Attorney General Overtime and will be off-set by reimbursement. This is a reduction of $1076.67, plus the other $1539.00 when received is a total reduction of $2615.67 compared to the same time period last year. The reduction would have been even greater, but some overtime had to be paid in order to cover for state mandated in-service training.
In February the department conducted drug buy/busts. There is ongoing investigations stemming from these and future arrests are anticipated.
On February 25, the department underwent expandable baton training. Those in attendance were certified as instructors. This will allow the department to train itself in use of force and baton certifications in the future.
The school district has agreed to pick up 9/12ths of the SRO cost for the retention period during the 07-08 school year. A draft has been put together and I along with Karen Jez, and Mary Ann Nau have reviewed it and agree on the content of the document. It has been given to the city solicitor for review. This would allow the department to hire an officer and fulfill our COPS grant obligation at a minimal cost. The full proposal is forthcoming.
Officer Peterson and his K-9 partner Officer Kai assisted with a felony warrant service on 02-21-06, conducted a drug search of the woman’s restroom at the Magistrate’s office, and performed a drug search at the Titusville Middle School (nothing found).
The manual of procedural orders should be completed by the end of March. This is the first step in working towards accreditation. The manual has been completely re-written. The next step is very intensive and involves meeting 153 different areas of compliance and providing 3 “proofs” with each area. This entire process normally takes 2 years. The department entered into this 2 year period on January 26, 2004 when the Pennsylvania Chiefs of police Association received the city’s letter of intent. However, the process took a back seat under previous administration. The 2 year time line has expired and we have gotten an extension. We are now attempting to complete the 2 year process in one year. ______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 03-08-06
March YTD Total Incidents - 315 975
Assaults - 3 5 Burglary - 0 2 Thefts - 10 42 Vandalism - 11 30 Drugs - 1 15 D.U.I. - 8 18 Disorderly - 9 16 Drunkenness - 3 6
Crimes Code Arrest - 11 36 Vehicle Code Arrest - 17 46
March YTD/1st Quarter
YTD Total Revenue - 4186.86 12,457.64
OVERTIME COMPARISON FOR THE FIRST QUARTER- In 2005 the department spent $21,203.77 on overtime in the first quarter after Attorney General Reimbursement. In comparison the department has spent a total of $14,679.72 for the first quarter of 2006. This is without AG reimbursement. The department has received reimbursements in the amounts of $349.42, 1113.26, 985.00, and 1539.32. In addition we are waiting for reimbursements in the amounts of $2096.21 for February and another 1500.00 for March. This brings the actual overtime amount spent in the first quarter of 2006 to approximately $7096.51. This is a total savings of $14,107.26 compared to the first quarter of 2005.
The department has begun the hiring process in order to fulfill its grant obligation in regards to the SRO position.
Several officers have attended training in March. Detective Dave Pondel attended a basic death investigation course, Officer Bill Dilley attended the 2006 Pa Narcotics Officers’ Training Conference, and myself along with Beth Davidson attended a workshop on contracting police services and regionalization. In addition the state required in service training has been completed by the department.
The department has begun to catalog and review the new manual of procedural orders. Once this is completed a copy will be forwarded to the city manager for review. The department will then begin to gather the proofs and build the files for accreditation with the PA Chiefs of Police.
As the weather becomes milder the alcohol/drunk & disorderly related offenses are increasing. We anticipate this will continue through summer.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 03-08-06
April YTD Total Incidents - 450 1425
Assaults - 4 9 Burglary - 0 2 Thefts - 14 56 Vandalism - 16 46 Drugs - 1 16 D.U.I. - 6 24 Disorderly - 5 21 Drunkenness - 4 10
Crimes Code Arrest - 11 47 Vehicle Code Arrest - 25 71
April YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 2932.51 15,390.15
OVERTIME COMPARISON FOR THE FIRST QUARTER- In 2005 the department spent $4019.08 on overtime for April after Attorney General Reimbursement. In comparison the department has spent a total of $3080 for April of 2006. This is without AG reimbursement. There was no Attorney General overtime worked in April due to the AG Office’s lack of funds. This shows a savings of $939.08 compared to the same time frame of last year. This is a total savings of $15,046.34 for the year to date. Approximately $500.00 in overtime was paid due to a major criminal investigation.
The department has begun the hiring process in order to fulfill it’s grant obligation in regards to the SRO position. The test is scheduled for June 3rd, 2006.
Myself along with Officer Dilley attended an Attorney General’s Task Force meeting in April. Chief Crotty and myself also attended the Crawford County Pandemic Planning meeting in April. In addition I also attended the annual Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce dinner.
Officer Peterson and K-9 Officer Kai conducted 2 demonstrations at the Main Street Elementary School on 04-11-06 and assisted the PA. State Police in Tionesta with a drug search on 04-01-06.
I also had public works paint VASCAR lines on West Main St. near St. Titus School and officers have been running VASCAR there to deter people from speeding near the school.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 05-04-06
May YTD Total Incidents - 413 1838
Assaults - 3 12 Burglary - 2 4 Thefts - 17 73 Vandalism - 10 56 Drugs - 2 18 D.U.I. - 2 26 Disorderly - 10 31 Drunkenness - 4 14
Total Arrest (all classifications)- 18 136
May YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 3,777.76 19,167.91
OVERTIME COMPARISON- Total overtime spent by the department through May 2006 is $14,216.12, for the same time period last year (2005) the department spent $27,517.36. The department has almost cut overtime in half.
The civil service test for the position of police officer was given June 3rd, 2006. The physical agility test was also administered that day. The process is moving forward.
On May 31, 2006 I attended an Attorney General’s Task Force review. Present for that were all the chiefs of Police from area departments, along with the Attorney General Tom Corbett. Myself along with Lt. Nichols attended an accreditation manager’s meeting in Harrisburg in May also.
Officer Peterson and K-9 Officer Kai conducted 3 demonstrations in May and assisted in 2 separate incidents in which they had to track fleeing suspects.
I am currently working on several parking ordinances, and identifying who the next SRO will be.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 06-05-06
June YTD Total Incidents - 398 2236
Assaults - 2 14 Burglary - 2 6 Thefts - 18 91 Vandalism - 7 63 Drugs - 1 19 D.U.I. - 0 26 Disorderly - 6 37 Drunkenness - 3 17
Total Arrest (all classifications)- 20 156
June YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 5,205.52 24,373.43
OVERTIME COMPARISON- Total overtime spent by the department through June 2006 is $18,244.12, for the same time period last year (2005) the department spent $28,704.75. The department has almost cut overtime in half. The increase in overtime was anticipated as June and July are peak vacation times.
Oral interviews were conducted as part of the process for hiring new personnel. The process is moving forward.
I gave a presentation at the Senior Center addressing scams against the elderly.
The accreditation process is moving forward.
Two new parking ordinances are scheduled for July’s agenda. These will affect Brown Street and East Main Street.
I met with the school district to discuss identifying the new School Resource Officer.
Officer Caldwell has returned to active duty and it is anticipated that he will be completing a 1year tour of duty in Iraq.
Iola Goldsmith has resigned as a school crossing guard. We will be looking to replace her in the near future.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 07-07-06
Total Incidents - 436 2672
Assaults - 1 15 Burglary - 3 9 Thefts - 17 108 Vandalism - 12 75 Drugs - 2 21 D.U.I. - 4 30 Disorderly - 7 44 Drunkenness - 2 19
Total Arrest (all classifications)- 26 182
June YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 3,377.55 27,750.98
OVERTIME COMPARISON- Total overtime spent by the department through July 2006 is approximately $23,000 for the same time period last year (2005) the department spent $31,242.89 The increase in overtime was anticipated as June and July are peak vacation times, in addition the department is down one member by Officer Caldwell’s deployment. What is being spent in overtime is not being spent in salary and benefits due to his absence.
The backgrounds have been completed on the top three police candidates. The new officer has an anticipated start date of 8-27-06.
The Titusville Police Department participated in the Safety Days. Officers Root and Peterson were on hand along with K-9 Officer Kai. They performed K-9 demonstrations, car seat safety inspections and bicycle registrations.
Officers Kai and Peterson also performed demonstrations at the Hydetown VFD Safety Day, and assisted the State Police in tracking two suspects who fled on foot after a car chase.
The school district and police department are still in the process of identifying the new School Resource Officer.
I gave testimony to the State Senate on problems concerning Law Enforcement on July 20th.
Preparations have been completed for the bicycle sale on 8-5-06, and for the parade on 8-12-06.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 08-04-06
September YTD Total Incidents - 467 3579
Assaults - 3 19 Burglary - 0 9 Thefts - 14 140 Vandalism - 13 104 Drugs - 3 25 D.U.I. - 5 39 Disorderly - 6 56 Drunkenness - 3 27
Total Arrest (all classifications)- 36 254
September YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 4,492.39 36,010.25
OVERTIME COMPARISON- Total overtime spent by the department through September 2006 is approximately $29,500 for the same time period last year (2005) the department spent $43,291.32. We are expecting approximately $600.00 from the School District in reimbursements for coverage of the Home football games.
Officer Dustin LeGoullon has been hired and his start date was 10-02-06. I believe he is going to make an excellent addition to the department.
We have begun to submit draw downs on the COPS Grant.
The department is implementing training and practical scenarios to address the possibility of school related shootings. The plans are going to include active shooter drills and hostage situations.
Officer Peterson and his K-9 partner Kai assisted Sugarcreek Borough twice looking for escaped fugitives. They also performed a K-9 demonstration for the sixth grade students at Wilderness Quest. ______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 10-01-06
October YTD Total Incidents - 453 4032
Assaults - 2 21 Burglary - 0 9 Thefts - 3 143 Vandalism - 4 108 Drugs - 1 26 D.U.I. - 8 47 Disorderly - 11 67 Drunkenness - 2 29
Total Arrest (all classifications)- 29 283
October YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 3374.53 39,384.78
OVERTIME COMPARISON- Total overtime spent by the department through September 2006 is approximately $35,848.31 for the same time period last year (2005) the department spent $48,211.08. We are expecting approximately $1200.00 from the School District and Attorney General’s Office in reimbursements.
The school district along with the Police Department has begun doing K-9 searches at the schools.
The department has seen an increase in alcohol related crimes in October and expect the trend to increase thru the holiday season.
The new officers are working out well and doing an excellent job.
Captain Thomas is currently off duty due to a medical condition, and will be returning to duty on Nov. 15.
In addition to the school searches Officer Peterson and his K-9 partner Kai performed demonstrations at the Wal-Mart Safety day, and at the Autumn Festival. In addition they performed back up on traffic 3 times.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 10-01-06
November YTD Total Incidents - 4032
Assaults - 0 21 Burglary - 1 10 Thefts - 13 156 Vandalism - 7 115 Drugs - 1 27 D.U.I. - 10 57 Disorderly - 8 75 Drunkenness - 1 30
Total Arrest (all classifications)- 36 319
November YTD
YTD Total Revenue - 2,573.43 41,958.21
OVERTIME COMPARISON- Total overtime spent by the department through November 2006 is approximately $38,000 for the same time period last year (2005) the department spent $51,727.91. We are expecting approximately $1000.00 in reimbursements.
The department has been involved in several incidents at the school. This along with the K-9 searches has generated approximately 50 hours of overtime.
The East End Kwik Fill and the Comfort Inn were robbed. Both robberies have been solved. An arrest has already been mad in the Comfort Inn Robbery and Arrest are forthcoming on the Kwik Fill Robberies.
There were also 2 sexual assault cases generated in November and arrests are forthcoming on both of those also.
______________________________________ Chief Michael Simmons 11-04-06 |