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Further discussions regarding safety in the community and parks, and any further updates pertaining to ongoing investigations. Chief Kaucheck provided updates on the recent gun-related crimes and their investigations. He confirmed that the shooting incident on Elmwood involved only one victim who is deceased. One person, the gunman, in the Beach Ave. carjacking has been arrested. Other suspects involved are still being tracked down. He explained that LPD has a dedicated patrol officer on foot at Madison Park seven days a week from 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. A Parks Department security guard is also there. Contracts have been signed for better security cameras that will be able to better identify vehicles and license plates. He added that these cameras are mainly used to aid in investigations after the fact. Councilmember Litten referenced a recent news story about the re-opening of the Madison Park basketball hoops in which previous statements he had made were taken out of context. He wanted to stress that he supports the LPD and supports their involvement in a comprehensive community safety plan. Councilmember Kepple asked if the reason for removal of the hoops is still confidential. Chief Kaucheck responded that it is. Councilmember Kepple asked what supports are in place for LPD officers who respond to traumatic events. Chief Kaucheck stated that a critical incident stress debriefing team will reach out to the officers responding at the Elmwood scene. This a group from outside the City that provides peer support and will refer for further counseling if needed. The attached public comments were read into the record. In response to one comment, Councilmember Bullock remarked that while volunteers at Madison Park are a welcome and positive addition that ultimately it is the City that is accountable for public safety. He applauded the mayor's use of paid proctors as paid employees will bring accountability and appropriateness. Mayor George referenced a grant program with Lakewood Outdoor Basketball Committee which employs one individual who monitors courts at Lakewood Park and Madison Park in June, July, and August. He began at Madison Park on May 1. The City would like to expand this program and have someone at Madison Park 7/days per week and someone at Lakewood Park 5 days/week. It was mentioned that the various Council suggestions for public safety improvements were referred to Committee of the Whole and that the Committee will discuss at an upcoming meeting. Some communications were also referred to the Youth Council, the Anti-Racist Task Force and LCRAC. Councilmember Neff thanked LPD for its hard work. 3