ANNEX A

 

 Ottawa Police Service

Semi-Annual Progress Report on 2010-2012 Business Plan

(January to June 2010)

 

The Ottawa Police Service regularly monitors and tracks progress of actions and initiatives identified in the business plan.   Every six months, a self-assessment is completed, the results reported to the Police Services Board.  The assessment summarizes overall progress in meeting the business plan objectives, results and outcomes achieved to date.  The degree of progress is measured using the following rating system.

 


Significant Progress           On Track          Moderate Progress               Limited Progress

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With the approval of the 2010-2012 Business Plan in December 2009, many start-up actions that support the strategic priorities and goals in the Plan for a Safer Ottawa have been initiated and progressing well.  For example, the Business Plan Implementation/Action Plan (I/A Plan) that identifies accountability, proposed timeframe and actions to achieve outcomes of the strategic priorities, goals and objectives has been developed, and each Directorate has completed their 2010 Operational Plan.   These are valuable tools that assist in defining outcomes and reporting.

Overall Progress                                                                                         Status   

Overall, the self-assessment indicates many start-up actions that will continue to be a work in progress for the remainder of 2010.  Highlights of results achieved in the first two quarters are referenced under the respective goal / objectives

 

While still early in the three year business cycle, there has been demonstrated progress on many of the goals, and at this point there are no indications of significant challenges to achieving the intended outcomes.  Over the next six months, opportunities and options to further enhance the monitoring, accountability and measuring of results are being explored to improve transparency and to adopt a standardized reporting framework that will continue to be meaningful for the community, the Police Services Board and OPS members.

 

 

Reducing, Investigating and Preventing Crime

        Progress    

 


1.0     Enhance organizational capacity and partnerships that support a consistent and effective response to early intervention and diversion, to prevent and reduce youth crime.          

Objectives

1.1   Develop and implement an early alert system for parents, advising them when their children are encountering police in high-risk situations — where there is a concern for future criminality or victimization.

1.2   Develop and implement a process to screen and refer high-risk and at-risk youth displaying anti-social behaviours to community-based programs and supports.

1.3   Increase capacity to serve more youth engaged criminally through the current Youth Intervention and Diversion Program and engage additional partners. 

1.4   Support the siblings and families of known and suspected gang members for referral to community-based programs and supports.

1.5   Expand community capacity by advocating for the creation of community-based programs that address the needs of high risk and at-risk youth.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Create a screening tool and procedures

Ø  Increase the number of referrals made through Youth Intervention Diversion Program

Ø  Increase the number of community-based referrals made for siblings and families of known gang members

Ø  Review and document gaps in youth policing programs and activities

Ø  Identify community-led restorative youth justice program options

 

Results:

ü  In April 2010, the Ottawa Police along with CHEO Youth Net, launched a series of resource and information material to reduce youth crime and victimization in Ottawa, through awareness of the challenges of youth living with mental health concerns.  Following the launch, the 2010 OPS/Youth Net Mental Health Resource List was distributed.  It is a comprehensive guide to assist officers with resources for youth and/or family in need of counselling or crisis intervention.  

ü  In partnership with the Child Development Institute, a screening tool has been developed and will be piloted at the OPS in the Fall of 2010. This screening tool will serve to increase referrals of children under age 12 who are showing signs of greater propensity towards criminal conduct. 

ü  Consultation with representatives of the Regional Safe School’s Committee were initiated in the spring 2010 to examine future deployment options for School Resource Officers.

ü  The OPS has taken advantage of the provincially funded program, Youth in Policing Initiative.  46 youth are participating this summer, an increase of 16 from 2009.  The program is a summer employment program for youth 14-17 years of age aimed to give young people, who may experience barriers to success, an opportunity to develop job skills while enhancing police and community relations.

ü  Ongoing intelligence sharing / liaison between investigative units and Youth Intervention officers to support consistent early intervention and diversion.


 

 

2.0     Improve assistance to victims through better support, information, referrals and education.

Objectives

2.1   Establish criteria to ensure timely, appropriate and sensitive response to the needs of victims.

2.2   Enhance service delivery to vulnerable victims, including children, youth, the elderly, women, the disabled and the diverse community.

2.3   Establish new and reinforce existing partnerships in order to increase Ottawa Police capacity to deliver quality service to victims.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Complete the Coordinated Victim Assistance Program (CVAP)

Ø  Increase public satisfaction, measurable through survey results

Ø  Evaluate and report on victim service partnerships

 

Results:


ü  In April 2010, the Ottawa Police Service GLBT Liaison Committee in partnership with the GLBTTO Community Centre of Ottawa hosted a two day conference “Victims’ Voices Matter” to develop relationships and create safety in the GLBT communities, with a focus on the need to report hate-motivated incidents.

ü  During Sexual Assault Awareness Month in May 2010, the OPS supported the Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women’s (OCTEVAW) awareness campaign to end sexual violence against women and children - “Clothesline Project – Bearing Witness to Violence Against Women”

ü  In May 2010, amendments were made to the process of obtaining consent from victims of crime that was introduced in October 2009.   The amended consent statement for victims will further facilitate the officer’s ability to routinely and consistently offer the choice of referral to the victim and obtain their signed consent.


 

3.0     Enhance our ability to gather, analyze and share information to facilitate an intelligence led approach.

Objectives

3.1   Develop strategies and tools to enhance our ability to exchange appropriate information and intelligence sharing with the community and external partners.

3.2   Develop processes and leverage technology to facilitate the analysis, dissemination and retention of information and intelligence organizationally.

3.3   Develop tools and training to ensure that members have the necessary knowledge and skills to gather information that will generate valuable intelligence.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Develop a strategy and tools to enhance the exchange of information and intelligence

Ø  Review and implement a solution to analyze, disseminate and retain information and intelligence across the organization

Ø  Develop intelligence tools and training programs

 

Results:


ü  Development of a standardized tool and protocols for the reporting of calls for service in City parks, to be used in conjunction with District summer youth initiatives.

 

4.0   Review and implement criminal investigative best practices to achieve optimum crime solvency.  

Objectives

4.1   Analyze investigative workload and develop tools to assist in achieving optimum crime solvency.

4.2   Identify gaps and use technology to improve efficiencies in solving crimes.

4.3   Establish, approve and implement standardized operating procedures for investigative units to ensure efforts are focused on crimes with high solvability factors.

4.4  Develop clear internal and external communication strategies that provide context that explain the outcomes and solvency rates of investigations.

 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Complete, approve and implement recommendations from the Solvency Project

Ø  Complete, approve and implement recommendations from the Criminal Investigative Services Enhancement Project

Ø  Utilize existing communication tools to report on solvency

 

Results:


ü  Installation of new video recording system in the cellblock monitoring room that improves efficiency and security of direct entry statement summaries.

ü  Launch of the Intellibook Mugshot System in January 2010.   In conjunction with the new Intellibook mugshot system is the transition to the Intellibook livescan (inkless) fingerprinting.  The Forensic Identification Section   assisted with the transition and training that turned over fingerprinting duties to the Special Constables in Central Cellblock and Court Security. 

ü  Following a best practice review of the process for laying charges when an accused failed to appear in court, or for fingerprints, process improvements were implemented to ensure compliance with standards and streamline procedures

ü  Continued progress on the CIS Enhancement Project, which was launched in October 2009.  Work is progressing well with an examination of RMS caseload assignments and review of workload and process reviews.   A Role Overload research study has been launched to determine the factors that precipitate feelings of overload in individuals, how high levels of overload affect individuals and the employer, and what strategies can be employed to effectively reduce overload and impact work/life balance in the workforce. The OPS has enlisted the services of Dr. Linda Duxbury, from Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business, a leader in this research.

ü  From March 2009 to the same time in 2010, there was a 122% increase in financial institution robberies.   As part of a broad robbery reduction strategy, the OPS in partnership with Ottawa banks are using GPS technology.


ü  Started as a pilot project in 2009, E-disclosure now is fully operational and includes the majority of Adult Criminal charges (out of custody) and all Young Offender charges (out of custody).  Over the next several months the OPS will be working with the Crown Attorney’s Office to add specialty files (such as Federal cases as well as Domestic cases), by the end of the year.

 

5.0     Employ an intelligence-led enforcement approach to support the deployment of resources to target priority areas and offenders in order to reduce and prevent crime.    

Objectives

5.1    Increase the amount of officer’s proactive patrol time.

5.2    Develop and implement enforcement strategies and intelligence tools to target priority areas, and prolific and priority offenders. 

5.3    Actively identify, monitor and target priority offenders.

 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Develop and implement enforcement strategies to target priority areas, as well as prolific and priority offenders

Ø  Implement procedures to increase officers’ proactive patrol time

Ø  Identify, monitor and target priority offenders

 

 

 

 

 

 

Results:


ü  Implementation of the new modified Patrol Shift Schedule in May 2010

ü  On June 1st, the Street Crime Unit (SCU) concluded a five month project, primarily targeting the street level trafficking of crack cocaine in Lowertown.  Project Woody was the third major project targeting the street level trafficking of narcotics, undertaken by the SCU within the last eighteen months. Eighty-seven (87) individuals were identified for arrest and following the June sweep, sixty-seven (67) targets were arrested with the assistance of our NHO’s and the Beat/Demo Team.  A total of 322 charges, primarily related to trafficking of drugs and possession of proceeds of crime were laid with approximately $68,000 in illicit drugs and $9,500 in currency were also seized.  A “project round-up” was initiated whereby local media were invited to observe first-hand the arrest phase of the project. 

ü  As a result of an increase of theft from vehicles in the ByWard Market and Rideau Street areas.  Central East NHO’s engaged the assistance of the OPS Auxiliary in April to conduct a one day “Positive Ticketing Campaign” to raise awareness and educate vehicle owners the importance of vehicle security.  Over 800 vehicle owners received this information.   

ü  In the two week period following the conclusion of the Project Round-up, NHO’s and Patrol officers working Lowertown have reported a noticeable decrease in the number of visible street traffickers preying on the vulnerable within this area of the City.

ü  A three-day nuisance enforcement initiative in Central Division was held in late May in partnership with By-Law Services and the Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario to target on-going issues of concern for residents, businesses and community groups across the Division – traffic, liquor offences and disorderly conduct.   Over 800 Provincial Offence Notes and 35 criminal charges were laid.

 

 

Investing in Our People

                                                                                                                        Progress    

1.0     Develop Performance Management Strategies to enable supervisors to better develop their staff.

Objectives

1.1     Ensure all staff at Ottawa Police Service are trained in giving and receiving feedback to manage performance.

1.2     Create a mobile employee record.

1.3   Review all organizational competencies and link them to the development of staff through all Ottawa Police Service processes and systems.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Design course training standards and implement training in relation to performance feedback

Ø  Implement an electronic employee records system

Ø  Conduct a review of current Ottawa Police Service competencies

 

Results:


ü  Feedback and continuous improvements to the PRP system is ongoing, and a PRP Advisory Committee has been established with a cross section of representation across the organization, to review the process and provide recommendations for improvement.

ü  In April, the OPS implemented a new employee recognition program as part of the current Awards Policy that creates a process, and consistent and fair evaluation parameters to acknowledge the work of members.   The new awards, Letters of Commendation, recognize individuals or Sections for notable work, service and/or achievements by civilian and/or sworn members.

 


2.0     Establish training and development standards and expectations for organizational programs and individual education.

Objectives

2.1   Develop an Ottawa Police Service orientation program and guidelines for section specific orientations.

2.2   Implement individual development plans as part of the Performance Review Program.

2.3   Deliver an employee coaching framework that recognizes the needs of the organization and serves to develop both partners.

2.4   Review and revise organizational training material to ensure its currency and that it is reflective of diversity, ethics and service excellence.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Develop an Ottawa Police Service orientation program. Develop  standards and timelines for section-specific orientation programs

Ø  Develop a framework and standards for employee–manager interaction to facilitate creating an individual development plan

Ø  Develop an employee coaching framework that works within the Leadership Development Strategy

Ø  Conduct a review of current Ottawa Police Service training materials

 

Results:


ü  In May 2010, the Professional Development Centre launched the delivery of mandatory Suspect Apprehension Pursuit training for all sworn and communications personnel, through an innovative e-learning format provided by the Canadian Police Knowledge Network.   

ü  Six OPS members recently graduated from Charles Sturt University, Bachelor of Policing Program

ü  An internationally recognized expert in crisis negotiations was brought to the OPS Professional Development Centre in order to conduct a three day course in crisis negotiations for emergency call takers.   Organized and facilitated by the OPS Communications Centre staff, the cost-recovery workshop included attendees from numerous partner agencies and marked the first time such training has been made available in this Region.

ü  In April the OPS hosted the spring session of the Ontario Law Enforcement Planners Symposium on the theme of “Leadership and Accountability in Law Enforcement Planning”.

ü  In June 2010 two seminars were delivered to assist with the recognition of stress in the work place.  Over 60 mid level and upper level managers attended.

ü  A total of five call centre members attended “Mentor Training” which taught training styles and documentation/tracking requirements to assist with the development of a Call Centre orientation training package.

ü  To assist all sworn members in planning their career, a competition for the career management specialist – Tenure, has been completed and the successful candidate will begin in October 2010.


 

3.0     Establish a leadership development strategy.

Objectives

3.1   Review current leadership content accessed by Ottawa Police Service members, identify any gaps and create an internal leadership framework.

3.2   Establish a strategy to financially support external academic development and create guidelines for access to outside education.

3.3   Formalize a mentoring program to include criteria, goals and deliverables.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Conduct a review of current Ottawa Police Service leadership courses

Ø  Establish criteria and mechanism for financial support of external education

Ø  Create a formal mentoring program

 

 

 

 

 

Results:  


ü  No details to register during this reporting period.

 

4.0     Support recruitment, retention and development.

Objectives

4.1   Renew the roles and objectives of our external partners in their support of outreach and recruitment.

4.2   Establish an Employer of Choice Advisory Council to foster positive recruitment and retention practices and processes.

4.3   Create a succession planning strategy that includes all levels of the organization, to guide and promote succession within the organization.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Create an updated charter for the activities of COMPAC and any other relevant external resources used in Outreach Recruitment

Ø  Establish an Employer of Choice Advisory Council with terms of reference

Ø  Create a succession planning policy for senior officers, sworn members, and civilian members

 

 

 

 

 

Results:


ü  In May 2010, the Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) was approved as a one year pilot project by Chief White.  This program was developed in consultation with the Ottawa Police Association and it will offer alternate work arrangements for interested sworn members.

ü  Succession Planning

ü  Based on the work of the Civilian Career Initiative, over 25 recommendations for improvement to the civilian competition process have been brought forward and approved by Chief White over the past 6 months.  A new streamlined and efficient civilian staffing requisition process was introduced in June with additional development in progress to prepare for the launch and implementation of the new processes and training in September 2010.  

ü  The Tenure Design Team which designed this new career development tool was awarded the 2010 Mercer Vision Award for Human Resources Innovation presented at the 9th Vision Awards Gala on April 28, 2010.

ü  Over the past year and a half, the OPS has launched a standardized and transparent approach to the promotion process at all ranks.  Over 200 candidates have entered the various promotion processes.  A three-year promotion process cycle has been introduced to support members in the personal career planning.   The recent Superintendent promotional process is an example of how the OPS will ensure that a pool of high calibre leaders will be available to assume key roles in the organization by utilizing a competency-based promotion process that is fair, consistent and accessible.

 

 

Enhancing Partnerships and Interoperability

                                                                                                                              Progress 

 

1.0   Enhance information and intelligence sharing to ensure timely information that supports decision-making and integrated response to changing threat and risk levels to public safety in the National Capital Region.

Objectives

1.1   Expand and enhance Operation INTERSECT for ongoing collaboration and integrated planning and response to all hazard incidents and major events in the National Capital Region.

1.2     Coordinate an organizational threat / risk assessment model, tools and protocols for event and incidence-based activities.

1.3     Enhance Ottawa Police Service risk management through the auditing and evaluation of current operational practices and programs.

1.4     To implement the Ottawa Police Service Business Continuity Plan framework to ensure the provision of essential services during a planned or unplanned service disruption, major emergency or disaster, in collaboration with the City and other policing and emergency services partners.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Develop and implement an organizational threat/risk assessment tool(s) that support Operation INTERSECT

Ø  Develop an organizational risk management model

Ø  Develop a Business Continuity Plan in collaboration with the City of Ottawa, and other policing and emergency services partners

 

 

 

 

 

Results:


ü  Significant organizational resources have been dedicated to the planning and deployment for several major events over the past several months (Chinese Presidential visit, G8, earthquake, G20, Queen’s visit, Canada Day) in collaboration with Operation INTERSECT partners.

ü  To increase organizational capacity and response, the position of Program Manager Operation INTERSECT has been created and will be responsible for managing the continual functions of the Operation INTERSECT program including working with all private and public stakeholders to provide a coordinated approach to public safety in the National Capital Region (NCR) and providing continued support to the Operation INTERSECT governance structures and its ongoing programs and processes.

ü  Increased flow of information and improved communications between the OPS and partners at the Airport through the Airport P3 Working Group and the Airport/Taxi Union Working Group.


 

2.0   Develop an internal and external communications network to improve information sharing and intelligence gathering with the community, the City of Ottawa, emergency service and policing agencies.

Objectives

2.1     Develop strategies and tools to enhance internal communications and intelligence sharing.

2.2     Develop a strategy and associated communication tools to assist the community in contacting the Ottawa Police Service for information and resources. 

2.3     Develop strategies and tools to communicate success and pride in accomplishments.

 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Complete, approve and implement recommendations from the Criminal Investigative Services Enhancement Project

Ø   Review best practices and implement an educational strategy to assist the community in contacting the Ottawa Police Service for information and resources 

Ø   Develop a strategy and tools to communicate success and pride in members’ accomplishments

Results:


ü  In April, the OPS implemented a new employee recognition program as part of the current Awards Policy that creates a process, and consistent and fair evaluation parameters to acknowledge the work of members.   The new awards, Letters of Commendation, recognize individuals or Sections for notable work, service and/or achievements by civilian and/or sworn members.

ü  To improve communications / information between the OPS and owners, an inventory of all bars in Central District has been completed. 

ü  Improvements have been made to communication and intelligence sharing protocols amongst special operations units;   NHO’s, CPC officers, District Investigators and Patrol officers to maximize outcomes, efforts and response to operational projects and targeted policing activities.

 

 


3.0    Expand and enhance sustainable community partnerships that promote positive interaction and continual dialogue to meet community and operational needs. 

Objectives

3.1        Document existing partnership frameworks and protocols with partner groups, emergency service providers and agencies.

3.2        Leverage opportunities arising from partnerships, including joint training initiatives, practical exercises, joint planning sessions and improved protocols to better respond to planned and unplanned major events.

3.3        Ensure continuity and sustainability of operational community partnerships.

 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Inventory and review gaps in existing partnerships

Ø  Align partnerships with the Ottawa Police Service Business Plan objectives

Ø  Develop tools and approaches that will assist in building capacity within the community

Results:


ü  Partnerships and ongoing dialogue with the community bring the community and police together to create a culture of mutual respect and build strong communities and understanding.   The OPS in partnership with the community celebrated Italian Week, Vietnamese Culture Month, Asian Heritage Month, Irish Week, Black History Month, Festival franco-ontarien and Baisakhi.  

ü  The OPS participated in the Catholic Immigration Center’s Community Cup held in June 2010, an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate their diversity.

ü  Over 60 events and activities were held during Police Week (May 9 to 15) in celebration of the theme of “Building Partnerships for a Safer Community”.

ü  The Aboriginal Working Committee of the City of Ottawa, the OPS, Aboriginal service providers and the Ottawa Carleton District School Board held a soccer mentoring program for children 8 to 12 who are interested, but have never participated in the sport.

 

4.0     Leverage partnerships to create an accessible police service that meets the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Objectives

4.1   Work in partnership with the City of Ottawa Corporate Accessibility Office and Accessibility Advisory Committee to share knowledge, resources and training programs to implement the AODA's standards in the five areas of: customer service; built environment; communications and information; employment; and, transportation. 

4.2   Leverage partnerships with accessibility groups and organizations to support education and awareness campaigns, programs and initiatives for persons with disabilities that relates to policing and crime.

4.3   Build organizational capacity to support the implementation of the police service's accessibility plans and initiatives.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Develop an Accessibility Plan / Strategy

Ø  Develop a phased approach to implementing AODA standards

Ø  Identify, develop and leverage partnership opportunities

Results:


ü  In April 2010, the Ottawa Police along with CHEO Youth Net, launched a series of resource and information material to reduce youth crime and victimization in Ottawa, through awareness of the challenges of youth living with mental health concerns.  Following the launch, the 2010 OPS/Youth Net Mental Health Resource List was distributed.  It is a comprehensive guide to assist officers with resources for youth and/or family in need of counselling or crisis intervention.  This initiative was funded by the Ministry of Justice.

ü  The Ministry of Justice also provided OPS with funds that afforded the creation of a joint initiative with the Provincial Center of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health. This partnership resulted in the development of a Comprehensive Resource Guide for Police on Child and Youth Mental Health. This book will be made available online to all members of the OPS and professional colleagues working with children and youth afflicted by mental illnesses.

ü  To ensure compliance with the first AODA released standard of Customer Service by January 2011, initial training was completed in March 2010 to front line officers at patrol training days.  

ü  In partnership with Autism Ontario, Ottawa Chapter, the OPS launched on World Autism Awareness Day, the Autism Registry pilot project that will assist police with information about emergency contacts, physical descriptions, known routines, favourite attractions and special needs of autistic persons who have self registered.

 

 

Expanding Public Education, Community Engagement and Mobilization

                                                                                                                                    Progress  

 

1.0   Assess and develop priorities for public education in every division and expand education about police services and structure where beneficial

Objectives

1.1   Establish and support delivery of public education priorities through front-line officers and specialty section expertise. 

1.2   Develop an Ottawa Police Service public education strategy and implementation plan.

1.3   Review and renew the public education campaign “Make the Right Call” to ensure the public knows when and why to call the police.

1.4   Examine and utilize new and emerging technologies to identify which ones can be successfully leveraged to educate and engage the public.

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø Develop a public education strategy and implementation plan

Ø Review and renew the public education campaign “Make the Right Call” to ensure the public knows when and why to call the police

Ø Examine new and emerging technologies to support public education

 

 

 

 

 

Results:


ü  In May, the OPS released the 2009 Crime, Police and Traffic Statistics for the City and by Ward. The data in the report helps the OPS and the community to further identify problem areas and enhance our community problem-solving efforts.

ü  The Ottawa Police Services Board hosted an information and education session on Child and Youth mental Health as part of its community outreach and engagement strategy June 22.  Discussion topics included understanding the implications of child/youth mental health, de-stigmatizing mental illness, crime prevention and available resources.

ü  Starting in February Rogers TV launched “On Patrol with the Ottawa Police”, a 10-part series that examined the police service and highlighting the many partnerships between the OPS and the community.

ü  Development of a revised Robbery Prevention communication material.

ü  As a means to educate the community on traffic, pedestrian, bicycle and road safety the OPS participates in the City of Ottawa’s Integrated Road Safety Program, and regularly conducts a number of enforcement campaigns and initiatives to increase compliance with safe driving, pedestrian and bicycle measures, such as the RIDE program, ERASE (eliminate Racing Activity on Streets Everywhere), proper use of seat belts and child restraints, Distracted Driving, campaigns to reduce aggressive driving, speeding, following too closely, running red lights and stop signs, to name a few.

 

2.0   Recognize and support the value of community engagement from the front-line and specialty sections. 

Objectives

2.1   Expand the current rewards and recognitions to include members who are community builders.

2.2   Develop suitable training and relationship building opportunities for Ottawa Police Service members to participate and contribute to community engagement activities.

2.3   Designate and measure the impact expected from specific community engagement activities.

 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Review and expand the rewards and recognition system available to members

Ø  Develop performance indicators to measure the impact of community engagement activities

Results:


ü  The OPS recognized the 360+ active volunteers in the OPS, and the members who give their time and energy to many community organizations during National Volunteer Week (April 18 to 24).

 

3.0   Mobilize communities around priority policing issues including reducing youth and domestic violence, positive youth outreach, reducing drug-related crime and crime prevention through social development initiatives. 

Objectives

3.1   Review and renew community mobilization activities to ensure they are in alignment with the operational goals of the business plan.

3.2   Develop suitable training opportunities that support front-line and specialty section personnel and community members to participate and contribute to community mobilization activities.  Training could include presentation skills, event planning, public speaking, media relations, outreach and trust building techniques, and problem-solving in a community-based environment. 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Complete review of community mobilization activities 

Ø  Develop and implement training to support community mobilization activities

 

Results:


ü  At a presentation in Kingston on June 16, the community program, Lowertown Our Home Safety Project, was awarded the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police 2010 Community Mobilization award, in recognition of the community mobilization efforts of the residents of Lowertown East, in partnership with the OPS and 13 other community groups to improve the safety and security of their community.

 

 

4.0    Align Ottawa Police Service education, engagement and mobilization efforts with those of the City of Ottawa and partner agencies and organizations, and link activities with operations.

Objectives

4.1    Develop a strategy and associated communications tools intended for supervisors which will update them on the work of front-line officers and specialty sections working on education, engagement and mobilization efforts.

4.2    Develop strategies to allow front-line officers to attend and spend time at community events as part of their assigned duties.

4.3    Ensure that District and neighbourhood initiatives in patrol divisions are aligned with the City of Ottawa’s Community Development Framework and Crime Prevention Ottawa’s 2010-2012 Strategic Plans.

4.4    Review Divisional operational plans and link, where possible, with partner groups to support established public education priorities and community mobilization efforts.

 

Actions & Success Indicators

Ø  Develop a strategy and communication tools to support public education priorities and community mobilization efforts across the organization

Results:


ü  In partnership with the City of Ottawa and the opening of the Hunt Club Riverside Community Centre, a new initiative, the Hunt Club Riverside Drop-in pilot project is intended to give members of the public access to front line police officers in a welcoming environment.