HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/20/1995, C-2 - CONTINUATION OF THE STUDENT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN CONJUNCTION WITH ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC. 4111111$11 Iul I� III city Of San L"IS OBISPO Meeting Date: 6//2/95
Item NumbCOUNCIL AGENDA REPORT e
FROM: James M. Gardiner"VA; Prepared by: Bart Topham•/Dan Blanke
Chief of Police Captain Lieutenant
SUBJECT
Continuation of the Student Neighborhood Assistance Program, in conjunction with Associated
Students, Inc.
CAO RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement with Associated Students, Inc.
authorizing continuation of the Student Neighborhood Assistance Program (SNAP) for a period of two
years, with the option of extending for two additional years, if appropriate.
DISCUSSION
Backtrtound
The Student Neighborhood Assistance Program (SNAP) was established in 1993 by resolution of the
City Council. This was done in response to a steadily increasing number of noise complaints which were
depleting police resources during critical time periods. Through SNAP, student resources are used to
respond to first calls of noise complaints. Police officers remain available to respond to criminal activity,
and noise problems are handled in an efficient, less expensive manner. A great deal of citizen
participation was included in the development of this program.
Proeram Benefits
Since its inception, SNAP has provided all of the expected benefits, with no significant negative
impacts. The 3 month period of September -November 1994 provides a typical example of the savings
of police resources that have been realized. During that period, SNAP handled 318 noise complaints and
saved nearly 90 police man hours.
Through careful attention to the selection and training of SNAP team members, very talented students
have been recruited. These individuals have consistently provided an excellent representation of both the
City of San Luis Obispo and Associated Students, Inc.
CONCURRENCES
Representatives of Associated Students, Inc. have expressed their continued support for the program.
FISCAL IMPACTS Budgeted Requested Proposed
1994-1995 1995-1996 1996-1997
■ 24 hours/weekly x 2 students
x 27 weeks @ 8.00 hour 10,368 10,368
■ 4 hours/weekly x 1 student for admin
& public speaking x 24 weeks @ 6.50 hour 768 768
■ Workers compensation cost 250 250
■ Training costs 1,000 1,000
■ Maintenance/equipment costs 1.000 1.000
TOTAL 10,000 13,386 13,386
An increase of$3,386 has been recommended to cover new ASI salary ranges, training costs, and the
student administrative assignment. Funding is available within the recommended 1995-1996 budget to
support this added cost
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
Agreement
RESOLUTION No.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AUTHORIZING
RENEWAL OF THE STUDENT NEIGHBORHOOD
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to continue efforts towards improved
relations between students and the community, and;
WHEREAS, the Associated Students Incorporated OLS.I.) of California
Polytechnic State University, and the San Luis Obispo Police Department have
developed an innovative and successful "peer policing program, and;
WHEREAS, the A.S.I. have passed legislation authorizing the
continuation of the Student Neighborhood Assistance Program (SNAP.
NOW. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CT1Y OF SAN LUIS OBISPO does hereby authorize the renewal of the
Student Neighborhood Assistance Program (SNAP) as discussed in the
attachments herein.
On motion of Council Member and
seconded by Council Member and on
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of 1995.
ALLEN SETTLE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
FF RG NS , cr ATTORNEY
AN AGREEMENT FOR
STUDENT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
(SNAP)
BY AND BETWEEN
THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
AND
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC.
OF CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY
THIS AGREEMENT by and between the City of San Luis Obispo
(hereafter "City") and the Associated Students, Incorporated of
California Polytechnic State University (hereafter "ASI") is made
and entered into in consideration of the mutual promises
contained in this Agreement.
WHEREAS, the City and ASI have jointly searched for
innovative approaches to involve the student constituency in
securing a safer environment by assisting local law enforcement,
and have concluded that a program involving students taking an
active role in specifically defined crime prevention and order
maintenance activities within the community would be mutually
beneficial;
NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed by the parties hereto
as follows:
Section 1. Services.
The goal of the Student Neighborhood Assistance Program
(hereafter "SNAP") is to provide an opportunity for students to
create a safer environment for themselves and the community.
SNAP participants will assist local law enforcement as first
responders to specified student-related calls for service,
conduct safety patrols in and around student housing areas, and
provide a variety of student-oriented crime prevention services.
SNAP will generally operate Thursday through Saturday of
each week while the University is in session. SNAP participants
will be paid an hourly rate as established by the Operational
Rules and Regulations. Work assignments will be from
approximately 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. There will generally be two
teams of SNAP members, consisting of two students each. The on-
duty Police field supervisor will be responsible for functional
supervision of working SNAP members. However, administrative
supervision shall remain with ASI and their authorized agents,
and the SNAP Review Board. . The City and ASI shall jointly
develop Operational Rules and Regulations for SNAP.
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Section 2. Ecui ment.
Each team will be equipped with the following:
1. SNAP program cap and windbreaker - ASI supplied
2. Police portable radio and holder - City supplied
3. Police flashlight - City supplied
4. Written Warning Cards - City supplied
Section 3. Advisory Board.
Oversight and review of SNAP shall be accomplished by an
Advisory Board composed of:
1. The Chief of the San Luis Obispo Police Department or his
designee
2. The Chief Administrative Officer of the City of San Luis
Obispo or his designee
3. A representative from ASI
4. A representative from a neighborhood/community citizen's
group
5. A representative from the University Administration
6. A representative from the Inter-fraternity Council
7. A representative from Panhellenic Council
8. A representative from Cuesta Community College
9. A representative from University Public Safety Department
The Advisory Board shall be governed by Advisory Board By-
laws which shall be developed by the City and ASI. Minor
administrative matters will be handled by the ASI Executive
Director or designee and the Chief of Police or designee.
Section 4. Funding.
The City shall contribute $14,000 each year for fiscal years
1995/96 and 1996/97. ASI shall contribute administrative and
disbursement functions and also handle program advertising.
Section 5. Police Authority.
A SNAP member has no authority to use force or make arrests
and will not personally intervene in any situation that could
endanger him/herself or any other person or property.
Section 6. Indemnification.
In exchange for ASI 's participation in SNAP, the City hereby
agrees to indemnify, defend (with counsel acceptable to ASI) , and
hold harmless ASI and its agents, representatives, officers, and
employees from any and all loss, liability, claims, demands,
damages, or costs, including reasonable attorney fees, arising
out of any injury, death, or property damage that may be suffered
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or incurred by participants in the program or any other person
arising out of or in connection with the operation of the
program, except that the City shall have no liability for damages
or costs incident thereto caused by the sole gross negligence of
ASI or its officers, employees, or agents.
Section 7 Student Coordinator.
One SNAP member shall be appointed to the position of
Student Coordinator by agreement of the ASI Executive Director or
designee and the Chief of Police or designee. The Student
Coordinator will have no supervisory authority over other SNAP
members. S/he will be responsible for coordinating routine SNAP
operations including but not limited to scheduling, equipment
acquisition, . statistics maintenance, and other duties as
assigned. The Student Coordinator will receive the next higher
salary step. In the event that conflicts arise between the
Student' Coordinator and other SNAP members as the result of the
Student Coordinator performing his/her administrative duties,
resolution will be handled by the supervisors of the SNAP
program.
Section 8. Insurance.
City shall maintain in full force and effect during the term
of the operation of SNAP general liability insurance in the sum
of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) for injury to or death of any
one person for each occurrence, and in the sum of Two Million
Dollars ($2, 000,000) for injury to or death of more than one
person for each occurrence. Additionally, the City, as the
Direct Employer of SNAP participants, shall maintain in full
force and effect during said term of operation of SNAP worker's
compensation insurance which will be provided for SNAP
participants who suffer from injuries and illnesses arising out
of and in the course of performing duties assigned as part of
SNAP. The City shall provide automobile liability insurance.
The parties hereby acknowledge that SNAP participants are
specifically excluded from coverage under the policy for workers'
compensation insurance maintained by ASI for other purposes, and
that the City's workers' compensation insurance shall be the sole
source of workers' compensation insurance available to SNAP
participants.
Section 9. Termination.
This Agreement shall be effective upon execution and shall
terminate two years from said execution date. This Agreement can
be renewed for two years by mutual consent of both parties and
upon review of the program. This Agreement may be terminated at
any time by either .party, without cause, upon the giving of
thirty (30) days advance written notice. Otherwise, said
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agreement shall be in 'effect from July 1, 1995, through June 30,
1997.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the authorized officers of the
respective parties have hereunto set their hands and seals. .
FOR THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO FOR ASI
Allen Settle Polly Haigan
F'layor Executive irector
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM: Diane R. Gladwell, City Clerk
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