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SOUTHWEST AREA
COMMUNITY POLICE ADVISORY BOARD
Los Angeles Child Guidance Center
3787 South Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, California
MINUTES
September 14, 2009
Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order by Captain Zipperman who introduced the new CPAB Co-chair, Johnnie Raines. Captain Zipperman also thanked Leslie Evans for his excellent service as Co-chair.
Introduction of Guests: Co-chair Johnnie Raines.
Acceptance of Minutes: Approved as circulated with minor typo corrections.
Guest Speaker:
Captain Zipperman introduced Robbie Britton from the Office of the City Attorney, Crime Prevention & Youth Protection Division. Mr. Britton gave a presentation on protecting children on the internet. He highlighted ways and means that predators use to gain the confidence and access to children, as well as potential bullying activities among children. The presentation included excerpts from training videos he and his associates use in training various groups on this subject. Parties interested in scheduling training sessions for parent groups and schools can contact him at 213-473-5865. Additional information may be obtained at wwww.NetSmartz.org.
Captain’s Comments:
The Captain introduced the remaining new CPAB officers:
Assistant Co-chair: Janice Robinson
Secretary: Sue Vilas
Parliamentarian: Pat Hemphill
Captain Zipperman and Mr. Raines will be reviewing the current Roster of CPAB Members that has failed to attend meetings. A revised roster will be available soon.
Compstat Update:
Captain Zipperman reported that Part I crime is down 7.5% YTD city wide. Southwest Division has experienced a 12% reduction in crime YTD with Part I crime is down 10%. Of particular notice, no “shots fired” calls have been received in the previous 9 days and there have been no gang related shootings in the division for the past three weeks.
The Summer Night Lights Program has contributed substantially to the lower crime statistics this summer. CPAB members concurred, that this program has been very positive and hope efforts can be made to broaden its scope in the future.
The Captain also advised that “National Night Out” was a big success with several hundred community members participating throughout the evening.
The first USC game presented no crime issues this year. The Captain attributes this to the proper deployment of law enforcement resources.
The South East Regional Task Force has been formed to bring Federal, State and City resources together to combat high crime areas in the southeast portion of L.A. County. The Task Force includes the ATF, FBI, ICE, LAPD, Sherriff’s Department and the Highway Patrol. The Task Force has been established for 90 days, ending in November. The Captain noted there has been a positive impact to this synergistic approach to crime in the area.
The Captain has identified new goals for Southwest Area CPAB for 2009-2010.
Each basic car area will provide 2 to 3 community representatives to participate in CPAB. The group will address issues and concerns unique to individual areas of the Division. The CPAB meeting will include more guest speakers and field trips which will allow for further education and understanding by CPAB members.
Co-Chair Comments:
Mr. Raines stated that CPAB needs to be more active in representing their communities and asked members to help identify quality of life issues in each particular area. Each basic car area should have a center post for disseminating information to the community on major incidents.
Community Comments:
Comment: Homeless and Drug issues continue to plague Leimert Park. Community members are concerned that they have continued to identify these issues, but don’t feel enough progress is being made toward a resolution.
Response: Captain Zipperman stated that he is well aware of the problems in Leimert Park and the Vice and Gang Units are assigned to work the area. He would like 1 or 2 community members from the area to provide feedback directly to the Captain every week on concerns and progress.
Committee Reports:
Block Captain Training: Richard Rice reported that requests for information from individuals looking to form block clubs have been provided and he is waiting for responses for times and dates to provide assistance with initial meetings.
Community Enhancement: Leslie Evans requested more information regarding blight issues from the Senior Lead Officers in the area from the Harbor Freeway to Arlington and from the Santa Monica Freeway to Martin Luther King. He reported that an effort is being made to consolidate monthly reporting for actions being taken in this area of Southwest Division.
Announcements:
- Albert Cardona from District 10 reported that the mural on 6th Avenue has been restored in a combined effort between the community and the local businesses.
- There will be a workshop at the 68th Street School (68th Street and Denver) for individuals interested in obtaining skills in the carpentry trade. Contact Pat Hemphill for details.
- On October 24th the new Police Administration Building will have an open house. Captain Zipperman will provide more details at the next meeting.
- Southwest Division will have an Open House on October 31, 2009.
- The Sports Arena and The Shrine Auditorium will hold a combined Monster Fest on October 31, 2009. The event will be a combined rave and party.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned by Johnnie Raines.
Next Meeting:
Monday October 5, 2009
L.A. Child Guidance Center
3787 South Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, California
6:30 p.m.
Minutes prepared by Sue Vilas
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