2014-2015 Reno Police Department: Annual Report

city of reno

police department Annual Report 2014

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table of contents Message from chief soto....................................3 About the reno police department.....................4 Community partnerships, organizational transformation, problem solving, our values and contact information

Divisional command structure...........................6 Appointments, retirements, promotions and awards......8 Department achievements

Patrol................................................................10 det, honor guard, k-9, cst and swat

Detectives division............................................12

Traffic...............................................................16 Mission, traffic accidents and special events

Regional operations..........................................18 Set, rsonu, rgu, rop, nnittf, cint, get, deatf, nnric and CBS

Administrative services....................................22 Records, supply, accounts payable, grants, payroll and evidence

Internal affairs/training................................24 Internal affairs, explorers, training and save

Mission, solvability, robbery/homicide, burglary, sex crimes, family crimes, vsu, missing persons unit, auto theft, crime analysis and financial/computer crimes

message from the city council

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roviding safe and livable neighborhoods is a top priority of the Reno City Council. As such, we are proud of the accomplishments our Police Department has achieved this past year. Efficient and effective emergency response to our citizens

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Pictured left-to-right: David Bodzien (At-Large), Jenny Brekhus (Ward 1)Paul McKenzie (Ward 4), Hillary Schieve (Mayor), Oscar Delgado (Vice Mayor, Ward 3), Neoma Jardon (Ward 5) and Naomi Duerr (Ward 2).

and enhancing community engagement are key benchmarks in which our department continues to excel. As our community continues to grow, we are committed to providing excellent emergency services to our residents and visitors.

message from jason soto On behalf of the men and women of the Reno Police Department, I would like to take a moment to thank all of our community for their continued support of our officers and the duties they carry out on a daily basis. Policing in the 21st century is more important and visible than ever , however, with the support of our incredible Reno area residents, we have some of the finest community policing, and community relationships in this entire nation.

The mission of the Reno Police Department is to safeguard the lives and property of those we serve, to reduce the incidence of crime and community problems, to enhance public safety, while working with our community to improve the quality of life for everybody.

The Reno Police Department’s vision is to be a Model of Policing Excellence to include our core values of Respect, Integrity, Fairness and Service. This vision is achieved by our Guiding Principles that include Community Policing, Problem Solving and Intelligence -led Policing, Safety and Service, Technology and Innovation, Leadership and Culture. All of these Guiding Principles help me foster a relationship with this community that promotes transparency, accountability, honesty and a culturally competent department that is reflective of this community.

This is an exciting time to reside in the City of Reno. With the continued success of our MidTown District, coupled with City Council’s vision of being an event destination to include our vibrant University and Downtown District, along with the strong business and outdoor activities of north and south Reno, it is a priority of mine to provide the highest level of police services so that our community will feel safe and involved with their police department.

The men and women of the Reno Police Department are extremely proud to protect and serve in this community. The strong relationships established with Regional law enforcement and public safety entities only strengthen our resolve to provide the best services to our community each and every day.

dedicated service and commitment to the Reno Police Department and to the citizens this community.

Chief Pitts’ strong sense of character and vision provided the Reno Police Department with a model of policing excellence that continues to this day.

“Your Police, Our Community”

Jason Soto Interim Police Chief

Finally, I would like to recognize former Police Chief Steve Pitts and his 37 years of

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about the reno police department

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eno is located in northern Nevada and is best known as a tourist location with a growing and diverse population and economy. The City of Reno Police Department (RPD) has an authorized staffing level of 302 sworn police officers and serves a population of approximately 225,000 residents. In addition, RPD serves approximately four million visitors annually.

The Reno Police Department is nationally recognized as a model for Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving. Our motto, “Your Police, Our Community”, exemplifies our commitment to creating partnerships with community members, local businesses and other agencies and organizations to make Reno a safe and pleasant place to live and work.

Problem solving includes the process of engaging in proactive and systematic examination of identified problems to develop and rigorously evaluate effective responses. Rather than responding to crime only after it occurs, community policing encourages agencies to proactively develop solutions to the immediate underlying conditions contributing to public safety problems.

Our values

We are committed to partner with our community to create a safe city by providing the highest level of police services.

• Respect: Treating everyone with dignity, empathy and fairness.

• Integrity: Service that demonstrates honesty, professionalism, and dedication in all actions.

• Fairness: Consistent, ethical and impartial treatment of everyone.

• Service: Pro-actively respond to the changing needs of the community and department through open communication, accountability and professionalism.

Community partnerships

contact information

Collaborative partnerships between law enforcement agencies and the individuals and organizations they serve increase trust in police and help to develop solutions to problems. These partnerships can include other government agencies, community members, nonprofits and service providers, private businesses and media.

Organizational transformation

Organizational transformation involves aligning organizational management, structure, personnel, and information systems to support community partnerships and proactive problem solving.

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Problem solving

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emergency help: 9-1-1 non-emergency help, reno direct: (775) 334-4636 main station front desk: (775) 334-2226 website: reno.gov/police facebook: facebook.com/renopolicedepartment twitter: @renopolicedept instagram: @renopolicedept

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Divisional Command structure

Chief of Police

administration/ support

operations

patrol

traffic

pio

regional operations

det

special events

set

cao

motors

dea task force

k-9

ai

cst

dui

rgu fbi gang task force

admin services

ia

eod

burglary

evidence

save

homeland

fraud

payroll

training

sex crimes

records

research & development

family crimes

grants accounting

swat

rsonu

vsu

supply

pts/pto

dea

crime analysis

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nnric

budget

rop

cint

internal affairs

rhu

cso2

extradition unit

6

detectives

backgrounds

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Appointments, retirements, promotions and awards Medal of Valor

German Rodriguez

Traffic Officer of the Year Jerry Follett

Lifesaving Award Ryan Connelly Reed Thomas Chris Caprioli Kent Laskin

Meritorious Service Medal SAVE Volunteer of the Michael Hicks Quarter Ira Coffey

Certificate of Service Michelle Blackmon Bruce McIntyre Phil Elewski Jerry Ellis

Certificate of Appreciation

25 Years of Service

Dan Thompson Mike Browett

Keith Brown David Macaulay Greg Blair Joe Burfield Darryl Plumb John Tarter Derek Cecil Mark Katre Mike Magee John Mandagaran Kevin McMillin Greg Meister Robert Tygard Roberta Volsko

30 Years of Service Gloria Gaytan-Robles

35 Years of Service Chief Steve Pitts

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Donn Moriarty Bruce McIntyre

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Ed Montenegro

Sergeant of the Bid

Detective of the Bid Scott Johnson Bernie LaMere

Officer of the Bid

Allie Jenkins Dimitrius Kassebaum

Detective of the BidRegional Operations Ron Field

Retirement

Lt Keith Brown

Chief’s Commendation Medal Charles Sperry Sheriff Dennis Balaam

Chief’s Certificate of Appreciation Nicole Crocker Emily Ta Papa John’s Pizza St. Catherine’s Church

Chief’s Certificate of Commendation Tony Elges Mark Denney Jerry Hallert Donna Rogers Suzy Rogers Mary Hughes Kellie McKenna Becky Knapp Kim Lewandowski Georgiana Bennett Carrie Eyre Phil Tuttle Eric Schlesener Byron Cragg Christopher Johnson Danielle Miller Jerel Hallert Steven Mayfield Ernest Kazmar Roya Mason John Tarter Joseph Robinson Jason Daniels Norman Brady Tom Hakin Edna Moore Desiree Bush Ray Moore Queria Castillo Katherine Dyess Dexter Bush Caroline Lush Kylee Lush Emma Scofield Robert Bush Mellisa Desmond Rachelle Pellissier

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patrol Downtown enforcement team

The Downtown Enforcement Team (DET) is composed of twelve officers and two supervisors separated into two teams. They are funded by the “Special Assessment District” as well as the Reno Police Department. Their mission is to help improve the quality of life for the many residents of downtown Reno.

DET strives to provide a safe and friendly environment to the many citizens and tourists who visit downtown.

In 2014 the Special Assessment District expanded to encompass a larger area. This includes an additional 817 properties from the original 1016. Their mission is achieved through daily interaction with business owners and residents as well as self-initiated problem solving efforts. DET collaborates with other city entities like Code Enforcement, Parks, IT and the Street Department.

k-9

Police Service Canines (K-9) are used to locate illicit drugs, evidence and subjects who have eluded or are attempting to elude capture. The K-9 Unit has assisted in the apprehension of several subjects who had either ran from officers or were hiding in areas that would have made it difficult for an officer to find.

The Reno Police K-9 Unit assists other federal, state and local agencies to include; The Federal Bureau of Investigations, The Drug Enforcement Administration, United States Customs, The United States Secret Service, The Nevada Department of Parole and Probation, The Nevada Department of Corrections and the United States Federal Bureau of Prisons.

k9 deployments School and Residential Demonstrations

Honor Guard

It is the mission of the Reno Police Department’s Honor Guard to respond to special events as a highly disciplined team serving with honor at ceremonial functions, with respect and dignity at funeral services for active/retired personnel and personnel that have died in the line of duty, and provide comfort and compassion for the survivors; these events are approved by the Chief of Police/Designee and they are accomplished through drilling in military etiquette and attention to detail.

1

1

Lieutenant sergeant

12

officers

illegal drugs

explosive sweeps

Crime suppression team

The Crime Suppression Team’s primary function is analyzing crime trends, determining suspects in these trends and apprehending the suspects responsible for crimes. By addressing crime trends, fewer citizens are affected by crimes and calls for service are reduced. CST works frequently with RPD’s Crime Analysis Unit and uses Intelligence-Led Policing techniques to be successful by sharing information and working together to identify and apprehend suspects.

CST successes

1

4

sergeant patrol officers

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Suspect Detection/ Apprehensions

135

139

The Reno Police Honor Guard attended 14 funerals, 7 Memorials, 3 Parades, and 20 Color Guard events.

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63

• Operations targeting • Stolen guns • Catalytic converter thefts • Health club vehicle burglaries • Residential burglaries trends • Stolen vehicles These led to arrests, many of which were crimes in progress, effectively ended those crime series.

Special weapons and tactics team

The Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) is comprised of members who are specially trained and equipped to respond to the community’s most emergent needs under a variety of circumstances. The types of missions where the team is activated include high-risk warrant service, barricaded and armed subjects, vehicle assault/take downs, hostage rescue, crowd/riot control and emergency action response.

The SWAT team works with federal law enforcement authorities and provides site security and dignitary protection for high profile visitors to the community.

The team trains with state agencies, federal agencies and other tactical teams in the region on how to respond to incidents involving weapons of mass destruction which may involve chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive devices during a large scale or protracted incident.

SWAT stats 2013 total: 33

2014 total: 37

4

7

Distinguish Visitor Protection

6

warrants

2

active shooters

2

area search

3

3 10 4

Tactical support mission

barricaded subjects

1

high risk

surveillance

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detectives division

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he primary objective of the Detectives Division of the Reno Police Department is to reduce the rate of crime by arresting those responsible for committing crimes in our community. The Division is made up of the following units that each investigate specific areas of crime: Sex Crimes Unit, Robbery/Homicide Unit, Victim Services Unit, Property Crimes Unit (Auto Theft, Burglary, Financial/Computer Crimes), Family Crimes Unit, Special Intelligence Group and Crime Analysis Unit.

Mission Statement

We dedicate ourselves to providing complete and thorough investigations while protecting victims’ rights.

Solvability Factors:

Cases are submitted by an uniform officer, a Community Services Officer, phoned in telephonically or filed on-line, it is reviewed by a supervisor and assign to detectives for follow up based on:

Vehicle(s) • License plate • Identification • Photos/video Evidence

Suspect(s) • Named • Identification • Location • Photos/video Evidence

Other factors • DNA collected • Part of a crime Series/trend • Additional Efforts to Solve the crime

Staffing DETECTIVE OVERVIEW RHU 10 9 Auto Theft

12

2

2

1

1

4 3

1

1

6

1

1

1

1

Burglary

6 5

Financial Crimes Family Crimes Sex/Child Crimes

4 5

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Robbery/homicide unit | 334-2188

The goal of the Robbery/Homicide Unit (RHU) is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Reno by arresting and convicting the dangerous felons responsible for these crimes. This unit’s crimes investigated: • Deaths • Bodily harm • Robbery • Mayhem • Murders • Battery • Assault with a • Manslaughter • Kidnapping Deadly weapon (Non-traffic) The types of crimes this unit investigates can be traumatic and life altering for the victim and victim’s family.

Burglary unit | 334-2144

The Burglary Unit investigates and strives to identify and arrest burglary suspects and recover property taken in burglaries and thefts of various types, including both commercial and residential burglary crimes as well as general theft and larceny.

Sex Crimes Unit | 657-4601

The Sex Crimes Unit investigates all sexual assault cases against juveniles and adults, child pornography, and Internet cases involving the seduction of children.

The members of the Sex Crimes Unit are dedicated to providing the utmost in professional investigative services to the victims of sexual crimes in a sensitive and compassionate manner with respect for the rights of both the victims and those accused to prevent future crimes.

Family Crimes Unit | 334-2134

The Family Crimes Unit is committed to impact public policy, increase public awareness, and develop community-based responses to domestic violence to effect 2013 an overall reduction of other criminal 31 Detectives behavior. The FCU works closely with 5 Sergeants the department’s victim advocates to provide service and support to victims. The 2014 30 Detectives Detectives strive to maintain the family as a 5 Sergeants unit, while effectively working to break the cycle of family violence.

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Detectives Division (cont.)

Victim services unit | 657-4519

The Victim Services Unit (VSU) is a specially trained Civilian Unit that serves victims of crime and other traumatic events by providing trauma-informed direct services based on a thorough needs assessment Victims of violent crime are faced with many challenges as a result of the tragic and unexpected crime committed against them.

VSU responds to, but is not limited to: • stalking/harassment • domestic violence/ • homicide offenses • robbery • sexual violence/ • hate crimes assault/abuse • gang violence • child or elder abuse/ • mass fatality eventsneglect/ exploitation local/regional • dui causing injury or death • severe traffic incidents The VSU is working with all facets of the Department to integrate a Victim-Centered approach throughout the organization. VSU promotes and coordinates a victim-centered, multidisciplinary, collaborative approach, which enhances the overall response to crime victims and maximizes resources with our ally agencies.

VSU works on statewide and local community initiatives and projects to improve the level and quality of services victims receive. Conducting regular community education and outreach, and providing training for both professionals and volunteers is extremely important to further the mission of VSU and the Department.

2,519 cases

2,588

primary victims

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500+

secondary victims

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6,893

hours served

Missing Persons Unit |321-8372 Email: missp@cityofreno.com

The Missing Persons Unit is responsible for assisting local police agencies in coordinating, investigating and responding to reporting parties on cases involving missing persons, runaway children, and unidentified living or deceased individuals.

Auto Theft | 334-2140

The Auto Theft Unit investigates crimes involving the theft of automobiles, trucks, boats, and motorcycles and strives to efficiently respond to these problems and effectively continue to decrease this type of crime.

Crime Analysis Unit | 334-2181

The Crime Analysis Unit supports the operations and the administration of the department by carefully reviewing and analyzing all the local crime data to identify patterns, hot spots, and trends. The Unit provides investigative officers with information necessary to identify criminal offenders and supports community policing and crime prevention programs by supplying information to produce Neighborhood Crime Statistics.

Financial/Computer Crimes | 334-2107

The Financial/Computer Crimes Unit is charged with the duties of investigating a wide variety of major white-collar crimes including: • Computer crime • Identity theft • Elder finance abuse • Fraud • Check and Credit • Embezzlement Card offenses • Forgery The unit works closely with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, as well as banks, credit card companies, and other financial institutions.

Violent Crimes and Property Crime 2012

2013

2014

85.7% 76.9% 53.3% Arson 64.1%

Murders

National 31.0% 44.4% 33.3% 20.7%

42.4%

Rape

6.0% 25.8% 40%

48.2% 56.2% 44.8% 57.7%

Assault

Burglary

11.3% 11.1% 12% 13.1%

0.5%

Larceny Theft

28.6% 26.2% 22.4% 22.4%

5.3%

Robbery

32.1% 35.3% 31.2% 29.4%

Vehicle Theft

13.7% 11.5% 11.5% 14.2% decrease in crimes against persons

decrease in crimes against property

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traffic

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he Traffic Division is responsible for the safety of the thousands of spectators attending the special events Reno hosts throughout the year.

1

2

lieutenant

sergeants

10

motor officers

The mission

2

detectives

6

accident investigators

Traffic personnel engage daily in activities focused on the “3 E’s” • Engineering Traffic changes or improvement • Education Drivers and pedestrian safety • Enforcement Traffic laws Through the State of Nevada Officer of Traffic Safety, the Traffic Division was awarded two grant initiatives: the Joining Forces grant program and the Pedestrian Safety grant program. Through the Joining Forces program, we regularly partner with numerous state and local law enforcement agencies during several nationally-sponsored “Joining Forces” operations throughout the year.

Engineering

Motor officers assess other contributing factors, including roadway and intersection design/flow. Members of the Traffic Division also respond to citizen concerns regarding traffic issues and requests for targeted enforcement in their neighborhood.

Education

Funded through the pedestrian safety grant, played a large part in helping make our streets safer for future motorists/pedestrians.

During the school year, members of the Traffic Division meet with grade-school students to discuss and practice pedestrian safety activities. We also educate high school students on the dangers of texting while driving and driving while impaired.

Enforcement

With the two grants, our motor officers are assigned to high-accident locations and conduct enforcement with specific behaviors that are known to cause crashes: distracted driving (cell phone usage), DUI, lack of seat belt restraint, speed and pedestrian awareness.

Traffic Division’s officers are specially trained on how to inspect commercial vehicles and capitalize on opportunities to educate their drivers on the safe operation of their vehicles.

Traffic Accidents

2,838

vehicle impacts

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14

citations

fatal

Special Events

Traffic Division pairs up with the City’s Manger’s Office in reviewing, coordinating, budgeting, and/ or staffing numerous events each year.

80

park permits

30

film permits

16

14,851

13

block parties

118

special events

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regional operations Street enforcement team | 334-3065

The regional Street Enforcement Team (SET) is responsible for investigating streetlevel narcotics and prostitution complaints throughout Washoe County.

2

Supervisors

7

detectives

From the Reno Police Department, Sparks Police Department and the University of Nevada Police Department

SET also participates in the FBI led Innocence Lost Task Force which investigates incidents of human trafficking. In conjunction with Join Together Northern Nevada and with the aid of federal funding, SET conducts compliance checks and engages in enforcement campaigns to address underage drinking throughout the community. SET receives funding through Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant which enables it to conduct additional drug related investigations and purchase equipment.

SET also participates in a Smart Policing Initiative funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Based on a strategy with enforcement and prevention components, decreased availability of prescription drugs, increases knowledge about the dangers of substance abuse, and enforces laws designed to reduce prescription drug fraud and diversion.

Regional sex offender registration unit 353-2244 The Regional Sex Offender Registration Unit (RSONU) takes on the considerable responsibility for implementing the State law regarding the registration and monitoring of convicted sex offenders in Washoe County. Under the provisions of NRS 179B.250, the public is authorized to gain access to certain sex offender information. Information is constantly updated due to new registrants and the relocation of existing registrants.

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Regional gang unit | 334-3852

The Reno Police Department, Sparks Police Department, Washoe County School District, and the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office formed the Regional Gang Unit (RGU) in order to more efficiently and effectively share resources in combating gang crime throughout the entire county. RGU is responsible for monitoring over 2,300 gang members and some of their responsibilities include gathering and sharing intelligence, suppressing gang activities and investigating gang-related crimes. RGU works closely with county and state juvenile and adult probation departments as well as federal agencies, including Department of Homeland Security HIS/ICE, to maximize its effectiveness.

Gang prevention and diversion are equally important in the mission to promote a safe community. RGU is proactive in our local schools and in the neighborhoods in providing education to children and their parents about the dangers of gangs.

RGU partners with the Children’s Cabinet referring vulnerable youth and their families to the available resources provided.

The Regional Gang Unit receives additional funding through grant awards from Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and the Project Safe Neighborhood anti-gang and violent crime initiative. These funds enhance RGU’s efforts to suppress gang activity and conduct problem solving/community building activities in the most effected neighborhoods.

REPEAT OFFENDER PROGRAM | 334-2115

The Repeat Offender Program (ROP) currently consists of members from the Reno and Sparks police departments. It was created for the purpose of identifying the small proportion of “career criminals” in the community who are responsible for committing a disproportionate number of crimes. Investigators also work directly with the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office and the State of Nevada Parole and Probation Department for the purpose of seeking maximum penalties and reducing recidivism.

Northern Nevada interdiction task force

The Northern Nevada Interdiction Task Force (NNITF) is a HIDTA sponsored initiative which is comprised of members from Reno PD, Sparks PD, WCSO, NHP, and DEA. NNITF members are responsible for conducting drug interdiction investigations at the local, state and federal levels.

NNITF members routinely contact persons who are suspected of transporting illicit drugs and US currency through Washoe County including: controlled substances, currency used to facilitate the purchase controlled substances, and proceeds from the sales of controlled substances. Members also check parcels/ packages believed to contain controlled substance and/ or US currency for the same reasons.

NNITF members are responsible for following up on cases, conducting interviews, coordinating investigations with other agencies and obtaining search warrants. NNITF members also assist patrol, other units, and other agencies in the furtherance of investigations. NNITF is also an active participant with the Bulk Currency Initiative Task Force with Homeland Security Investigations/Immigration and Customs Enforcement (HSI/ICE).

342lbs 0.5lbs Marijuana

heroin

1

firearm

11.75lbs

9

methamphetamine arrests

CRISIS INCIDENT NEGOTIATION TEAM

The Crisis Incident Negotiation Team (CINT) is the Department’s resource for communicating with hostage takers, barricaded subjects, persons threatening suicide and other critical incidents.

Negotiators are tasked with defusing critical incidents through the art of communication to increase the likelihood of a peaceful resolution while protecting the lives of citizens and police officers.

1

Lieutenant

3

sergeants

12

negotiators

The negotiation team works in concert with the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT), officers and detectives from the Reno Police Department and the University of Nevada Reno Police Department (UNRPD).

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GRAFFITI ENFORCEMENT TEAM | 657-4601

The Graffiti Enforcement Team (GET) includes multiple community partnerships, including the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), Sparks Police Department, NDOT, Nevada Energy, Waste Management, AMTRAC, and Secret Witness. GET became a national model for graffiti enforcement and abatement and received numerous inquiries by agencies from around the country.

Department staffing cuts resulted in reorganization and all full-time civilian support positions were cut. The detective position was reassigned to patrol to ensure community safety. Graffiti abatement is currently being handled by a contracted outside service provider and it is supported by a temporary, part-time worker.

Graffiti abetment successes

• Participated in community clean-up • Centralizing a database where all graffiti in Reno and Washoe County is tracked • Civilian coordinator provided customer service and managed the administration of the GET team • A detective was assigned to the unit and aggressively investigated graffiti incidents • Three regional graffiti removal trucks purchased and staffed: Two by RPD and one by WCSO

97% graffiti removed in 24 hours

The Northern Nevada Regional Intelligence Center (NNRIC) is a regional asset comprised of both sworn and civilian members of the Reno PD and the WCSO. The NNRIC members are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and sharing relevant information and intelligence on emerging criminal and terrorism threats.

The NNRIC acts as a clearinghouse for action plans, assisting in the flow of information between agencies. Additionally, the NNRIC provides detailed site assessments of critical infrastructures in the Reno area including city, county and medical facilities. These assessments identify vulnerabilities and provide “options for consideration” in an effort to mitigate risks associated with our most important critical assets.

CONSOLIDATED BOMB SQUAD

The Consolidated Bomb Squad (CBS) provides training to first responders, SWAT Teams, TSA Screeners and Fire Department personnel. Training and demonstrations are offered to variety of civilian organizations.

over

100

arrests & citations

DEA Task Force

23

cameras purchased

The Reno Resident Office of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) oversees the Northern Nevada HIDTA Task Force which is a multi-agency unit that is responsible for planning and conducting complex drug investigations.

These investigations primarily involve major violators in medium to large-scale drug trafficking networks operating throughout Northern Nevada, nationwide or internationally. One Reno Police Department detective is assigned to the task force to participate accordingly.

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northern nevada regional intelligence center

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technicians

= 2

rpd

135

explosive sweeps

2

wsco

2

sparks pd

CBS and K9 were used for explosive sweeps and dignitary protection details during 2014.

The CBS types of calls: • Suspicious packages • Recovered Explosives • Hoax Devices • Improvised Explosive Devices A news release and interview were completed in an effort to help educate the public the dangers of accidental explosions as a result of the illegal manufacture of hash oil. There was an immediate decrease in the amount of incidents CBS responded to.

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Administrative services Records division

The Reno Police Department Records Section is the nucleus of the Department’s criminal records and suspect identification information via prior cases and individual contacts. The section is responsible for maintaining and updating a comprehensive records-keeping system for the retention, maintenance and dissemination of all original police reports produced by department employees for law enforcement purposes. This includes the transmitting and updating of accident, crime and general public demands while remaining within the limits of the legal environment.

The Section is composed of four distinct sub-units that perform various functions for the Department and the City of Reno.

Records Supervisors oversee the general operation of the Section and report to the Records Manager, who in turn reports to Administrative Services Manager.

Records successes

Crossroads ORD

Launched an Online traffic accident report system for Citizens purchase

787,288 Streamlining cases scanned

In customer service

Personnel Training Active assailant Conflict management Management & Supervising

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Central Records

Central Records is responsible for maintaining internal document control over all original reports (these include all offense, arrest and traffic accident reports) which are received by the Department. The Section personnel provide copy distribution, confirmation of warrants and dissemination of documents and information per court order, state statute and internal policy.

Work Applicant Registration Unit

The Work Applicant Registration Section is responsible for the registration of convicted persons and the processing and fingerprinting of employees for the issuance of work/ identification cards as required by Reno Municipal Code and Nevada Revised Statute, i.e. taxi, limousine, tow truck drivers, massage technicians, exotic dancers and solicitors.

Front Lobby Reception

The Front Lobby Receptionist is responsible for answering the general information phone number of the Department and responding to questions and directing calls. Duties include greeting the public and directing them to various sections in the building, i.e. Evidence, Detectives and Administration.

Detectives’ Support

The Police Assistants in Records Section provides support staff to investigative units within the Detective Division to include RHU (Robbery Homicide Unit), Auto Theft, Burglary, Fraud, Sex Crimes, and ROP (Repeat Offender Program).

Supply Division

It is the responsibility of the Equipment/Supply Technician to procure, receive, issue and maintain a computer based inventory of all equipment, supplies, and materials for the entire department. The current technician has established great relationships with vendors and continually monitors expenditures which have saved the department thousands of dollars through the years.

Payroll Division

The Payroll Division is responsible for auditing and processing payroll for all members of the police department. With the current use of Telestaff and ADP software all time keeping is completed electronically and then must be audited by staff for correct hours and project codes. It is the responsibility of the Payroll Technician to ensure the accuracy of time entered and paid according to FLSA standards.

The department’s payroll technician was selected to The accounts payable unit is responsible for processing participate on the City Payroll Action Plan Team with the goal of refining and making the payroll system invoices related to police department acquisitions. more efficient and cost effective. Currently the group is Personnel in this unit review invoices for accuracy and setting up various opportunities for payroll personnel ensure they are sent to Central Finance on a timely basis. In addition, this unit processes the travel/training citywide, to learn about the multitude of existing ADP requests of the department. This entails compliance with functions and to streamline processes. travel policies, Government Services Administration (GSA) guidelines and assisting the officers with their Evidence Division travel related items.

The Evidence Division of the Reno Police Department is responsible for the intake, care and handling of all evidence, found property and safekeeping items booked Grants Division in by Officers and Community Service Officers. Day The grants management unit is responsible for grants to day operations include the intake and storage of new related only to law enforcement items. The unit evidence, distribution of evidence to detectives, the searches for available grant opportunities that could crime lab, firearms dispositions and processing items to provide funds for law enforcement special projects or be purged or returned to their owners. needs. In addition, it is the division responsibility to manage all grant awards to the police department which The evidence technicians were successful in their includes the proper financial and progress reporting to continuing effort to purge double the amount of old the grantor. The police department’s primary source evidence as new evidence that came in during the year. of grant funding is from the U.S. Department of Nearly five tons of old evidence was destroyed and Justice through the Bureau of Justice Assistance and purged from the warehouse.

Community Oriented Policing.

Accounts Payable Division

10,827

19,347

165

items taken in

Items destroyed

firearms destroyed

982

5,982

5,937

Items returned To owners

items checked out

phone calls received

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internal affairs/training Internal affairs

The Internal Affairs Division has established a performance system of accountability to be responsive to the community, as well as to our personnel, who believe that members of our organization may have performed in a less than professional manner. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the division has the responsibility to conduct investigations into complaints of employee misconduct from both inside and outside the department.

The division also has the responsibility for monitoring investigations of alleged employee is conduct that are being conducted by an employee’s direct supervisor.

Administrative directed investigations

30

12

2010

26

10

2011

2013

33 2012

2014

Use of Force Incidents

.33% .33% .33% 1% handcuff injury only

deputy chief

1

oc spray less lethal (pepper spray) munitions

1

lieutenant detective clerical support sergeants secretary

One component of our Police Department’s success is the support that has been garnered through community interaction and a transparency in departmental operations. One of the mechanisms modern police agencies institute to provide the requisite transparency, for city government and to the public it serves, is a committed Internal Affairs Division.

1% other

firearms

asp/baton

Citizen complaints

4%

carotid

4%

handcuff take down

8%

12%

21%

42%

Formal

2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 24

2

canine

Informal

7 130

2%

4%

ecd (taser)

12 119 5 99 5 75 0 46

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personal weapon

take down

physical controls

Training

The Training Division is responsible for both Continuing Education for current employees and assisting with the Northern Nevada Law Enforcement Academy (NNLEA) in partnership with the Washoe County Sheriffs Office and Sparks Police Department.

Continuing Education includes conducting training in skill areas mandated by state law such as arrest and control techniques, alternative weapons use (baton, pepper spray and Taser) and firearms qualifications.

The Training Division also produces and conducts training on various topics of national trends and concerns, such as Active Violence and Officer Ambush.

The NNLEA provides training to new law enforcement recruits to meet the standards to receive their basic certification as peace officers. The 19 week academy covers academics such as Constitutional law, search and seizure and various types of investigations as well as many other topics. Academy students also receive training in physical skill areas including firearms, arrest and control of suspects, building searches and emergency vehicle operations. The NNLEA strives to blend academic classroom instruction with scenario based training to produce peace officers who are better prepared to serve their communities.

Explorers

The Reno Police Explorer Post is a program for young men and women interested in learning about future careers in the field of law enforcement. Designed for students between the ages of 14 and 20, the Explorer Post offers youths the opportunity to be involved in their community while making new friends and gaining valuable knowledge relating to law enforcement.

Senior auxiliary volunteer effort

The Senior Auxiliary Volunteer Effort (SAVE) is a civilian volunteer organization with the purpose of relieving police officers of certain duties and to provide an increased level of crime prevention through patrol and observation. SAVE averaged about 80 members throughout the year. SAVE officers have a non-confrontational approach and do not carry any type of defensive items. Members are issued uniforms and, under Nevada Revised Statute 484B.470, are authorized to issue handicap parking citations.

9,007hrs

54.2%

48.2%

Volunteer non-Patrols City hall front desk & special events: child I.D. kits & safety brochures, school safety presentations, assisting with visiting dignitary motorcades and tours of the Police Station

10,663hrs

Volunteer Patrols Car/downtown walking patrol

Save responding duties 27.8%

21.8%

27.3% 8.10%

handicap enforcement

abandoned vehicles

business checks

special duities

1.71%

0.59%

0.89%

0.05%

handicap warnings

handicap corrections

radar traffic

calls from dispatch

3.57%

4.99%

handicap citations

park patrols

1.66% vacation house checks

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1.59% school patrols

25

26

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28

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