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2010-85-Minutes for Meeting December 07,2009 Recorded 2/16/2010NANCYUBLANKCOUNTY OFFICIAL ENSHIP, COUNTY CLERKDS YtI ~Q~O'Y~ COMMISSIONERS' JOURNAL 02/16/010 11;48;24 AM II 111! II IIZ8 Do not remove this page from original document. Deschutes County Clerk Certificate Page If this instrument is being re-recorded, please complete the following statement, in accordance with ORS 205.244: Re-recorded at the request of [give reason] previously recorded in Book _ or as Fee Number to correct and Page , DESCHUTES COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY COORDINATING COUNCIL ~GXN, cOG m 2 C { MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2009 Allen Room, County Administration Building 1300 NW Wall, Bend, OR 97701 MINUTES OF MEETING Present were Judge Michael Sullivan; Commissioners Tammy Baney and Alan Unger; Dave Kanner, County Administrator; Ken Hales, Corrections; Mike Dugan, District Attorney; Ernie Mazorol, Court Administrator; Scott Johnson, Health Services; Chief Ron Roberts, Redmond Police Department; Judy Stiegler, Oregon State Representative; Jim Porter, Bend Police Department; Ed Boero, City of Redmond; Jack Blum, citizen member; Eileen Stein, City of Sisters; and Donna McClung, Oregon Youth Authority; and visitor Ruth Zygutis Gates, Cascade Peer & Self Help Center. No representatives of the media or other citizens were present. 1. Call to Order & Introductions Judge Sullivan called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m., at which time the attendees introduced themselves. 2. November Minutes Jack Blum moved approval; Chief Ron Roberts seconded; and the minuets were unanimously approved. 3. Public Comment Ruth Gates asked if she could comment on a dog/vehicle incident last week, and a previous case of animal abuse of horses. She thought this was a felony charge, but it was changed to a misdemeanor. She felt that to make that change without public input is not right. Minutes of LPSCC Meeting Monday, December 7, 2009 Page 1 of 5 Pages She added that dogs will be next, then cats and other animals. She realizes that people get upset when dogs are left unattended in cars, but asked if there is a measure of the reasons to call 911 or animal control. Mike Dugan said that there are no specific measurements to guide citizens, as they can always call 911 when they see something they believe is bad. It may not always be a crime, and sometimes an incident is not as serious as it is believed to be on its face. However, it still has to be investigated fully. There are felony charges attached to aggravated animal abuse only. Citizens are always encouraged to report what they think is not right. There are laws concerning minimal care of animals, but no laws on limitations in that regard if someone wants to contact 911. Officer Jim Porter said that five of their officers recently attended a week-long class on animal issues. Judge Sullivan added that law enforcement takes animal abuse seriously. 4. 2010 Special Session Representative Judy Stiegler provided an update on current legislation and budgeting. She does not want to see law enforcement and the courts impaired further by legislation. She is working with the Attorney General regarding a case relating to DUII. An expedited process before the Supreme Court is underway and there should be a decision early in the year, which should result in changes in the DUII laws. She has become aware that there are issues regarding 3508 (delaying implementation about Measure 57 and measuring "good time" served), and based upon conversations with representatives of the House Judiciary Committee, some adjustments may be made. The next interim committee members are in mid-January and this will be discussed, just prior to the date of the vote. Judge Sullivan provided some details of the process, adding that it has been a big task for the District Attorney and Judicial Committee as well. Representative Stiegler stated that part of the process is to determine the intent and extent of the law. Mike Dugan said that the District Attorney does not object to all of them, but does not sign off on them without looking at all the factors. The idea behind this law was to allow funding for 24/7 Oregon State Police, officers to supervise juvenile offenders, the Oregon Youth Authority, and more, which is why he continues to support it even though there have been adjustments. Minutes of LPSCC Meeting Monday, December 7, 2009 Page 2 of 5 Pages Ken Hales said that `good time' has been discussed a lot by the Parole & Probation Department Officers, and a lot of the details are technical in nature. Mike Dugan stated that everyone is entitled to 20% `good time'. This adds another 10%. Many have projected release dates years from now. It will not save any money this biennium. It will eventually save about $77 per day per bed, but this won't happen right away. Judge Sullivan said that when sentences are shortened, occasionally some persons will commit property offenses. If there is a theft along with a person to person crime, `good time' does not come off the personal crime portion. The Judge has to make the best call based on limited information. It is also budget-driven. Mr. Dugan said that 98% of people sent to jail get released at some point. Representative Stiegler stated that she doesn't see a big push to change this a lot. She said that there is a huge shortfall already in place regardless of proposed Measures 66 and 67. The legislature will be focusing on how to get through the biennium with reduced funding and resources. Agencies have been asked to figure out another 5% to 10% reduction. When the Governor requests this, it has to be across the board. Only minor adjustments can be made. Judge Sullivan stated that it takes a while to lay off people, and there are bumping rights to consider, etc. They will be halfway through the biennium before they can lay off people. There are set, ongoing costs that cannot be reduced. Representative Stiegler indicated that the process is awkward, and the timeline is not yet refined. Representative Stiegler explained that the law was foisted on them because of budget limitations. Essentially, the first two months of the session was spent on balancing the budget, and there is still a lot to be addressed. Judge Sullivan added that there would be a substantial impact on law enforcement and the courts. When asked if things will be cut further, Representative Stiegler said there are no sacred cows. She has hopes for the next session, but is not optimistic about where it will go. Judge Sullivan noted that the process has been working and enforcement is good. Further cuts would be debilitating. Minutes of LPSCC Meeting Monday, December 7, 2009 Page 3 of 5 Pages Discussion occurred regarding the number of domestic violence cases, and everyone felt that the domestic violence issue should receive serious consideration. Judge Sullivan stated that domestic violence is a big concern, and there is talk about enhanced restraining orders. But if the courts are closed, these cases cannot be handled. Representative Stiegler will advocate enhancement if it makes sense. 5. DUII Court Mr. Dugan said there were 1,385 DUI cases in 2008, and 2009 will be just as bad. Because of a search warrant/breathalyzer case that Redmond Police Department helped get through the courts, agencies are able to get more search warrants than ever before. Ernie Mazorol said the DUII Court would be for high offenders, with three or four incidents. It would require intense supervision. Over time, the DUII Court Planning Team members determined that because the Courts lost six positions due to budget costs, at a 5% or a $360,000 loss, they have to set aside any new programs. Clerical workloads are larger than ever and risk is going up significantly. It is getting harder to schedule regular court cases. The State furloughs have had a big impact as well. The Courts are down about 20% in staffing, and it would be impossible to absorb any more. Mr. Mazorol handed out the memo from Judge Stephen Forte, indicating that the DUII Court is on hold, along with any similar proposed programs. Judge Sullivan stated that treatment courts can be very successful, but all of them are in serious jeopardy. They definitely cannot add any others at this time. Representative Stiegler said that the priority has been just to keep the courts operating. She added that not everything receives equal attention, and that her passions are not necessarily shared by others. 6. Other Business Commissioner Unger pointed out that current State budget information is available at Oregonbudget.gov. Minutes of LPSCC Meeting Monday, December 7, 2009 Page 4 of 5 Pages Ms. Gates asked about intake for those who are not going to go to Sageview for mental health treatment. This relates to an intake facility proposed for Deschutes County. Commissioner Baney said that the facility will help treat the mentally ill, and that Ms. Gates could speak to Scott Johnson about the details. Being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Bonnie Baker Recording Secretary Attachments Exhibit A: Agenda Exhibit B: Sign in sheet Exhibit C: Memo from Judge Forte regarding DUII Court Minutes of LPSCC Meeting Monday, December 7, 2009 Page 5 of 5 Pages DESCHUTES COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY COORDINATING COUNCIL December 7, 2009, 3:30 p.m. Allen Room, County Administration Building, 1300 NW Wall, Bend, OR 97701 Agenda I Call to Order & Introductions Judge Sullivan II November Minutes Judge Sullivan Action: Approve minutes III Public Comment Judge Sullivan IV 2010 Special Session Chair Sullivan Facilitates comments and questions for legislators V DUII Court Ernie Mazorol Brief Council on status DUII Court discussions Attachment 1 VI Other Business Judge Sullivan z z v q^ w Q w J a v / O L N ~j V C ~ Q) L t I i i 00 C ~ cu Q) a o v ~ 2 2 ~SE V r v 0 m v m N CL To: - ` Fw: DUII Court Planning Dear DUII Court Planning Team Members- After many discussions, reviewing the necessity of staff commitment and the financial situation of the Oregon Judicial Department in the coming months, the Court has determined that we cannot proceed with the implementation of any new programs or specialty courts now or in the immediate future. While we all believe that the DUII Court would be of great benefit, the uncertainty of the economy and the continuing significant impact the economy is having on the Oregon Judicial Department prevents me from being able to commit the necessary time to the DUII court. The time, effort and dedication that each of you has put into the planning of the DUII Court is greatly appreciated. While we are not implementing the program at this time, the hope is to continue the planning process next summer in anticipation of being able to move forward next fall/winter. Although we are not able to proceed right now, we will anticipate that you will remain involved and be the contact person in the planning of the DUII Court in the future. Based upon the above, we are cancelling the November 20, 2009 planning meeting. Hopefully, late summer, 2010, we can respectfully request your presence at the continuation of the planning and implementation process for the DUII court. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments in the meantime. Sincerely, Stephen P. Forte