REPORT RAPPORT

DATE:	17 February 2012
TO/DEST:	Executive Director, Ottawa Police Services Board
FROM/EXP:	Chief of Police, Ottawa Police Service
SUBJECT/OBJET:	NEW APPOINTMENT OF SPECIAL CONSTABLE – CARLETON UNIVERSITY

RECOMMENDATION

That the Ottawa Police Services Board approve the appointment of Mathew Bray as a Special Constable with Carleton University, pursuant to Section 53(3) of the Police Services Act, in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the attached Approval of Appointment form.  

BACKGROUND

The Ottawa Police Service and Carleton University have been working in partnership under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) since 27 May 1996.  That MOU replaced an agreement between the then Ottawa Police Force and Carleton University, dating back to the early 1990s.  The MOU is an agreement setting out the parameters of Carleton University’s Officers as designated Special Constables empowered to enforce the Criminal Code, Ontario Statutes and Municipal By-Laws.  The underlying philosophy is that such enforcement will be done in cooperation with the Ottawa Police Service, and in compliance with the policing needs of Carleton University campus, as may be determined by the Chief of Police and the Police Services Board.

Special Constable designations are authorized by the Board and approved by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services for a maximum of a five-year term.  Mathew Bray is a new employee of the Carleton University Campus Security Program and the University is seeking approval for Special Constable designation.

DISCUSSION

Subject to Board approval, the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services has indicated a willingness to have Mr. Bray appointed as a Special Constable.

Pursuant to Section 53 of the Police Services Act, upon receipt of the Board appointment, the employee will be required to undertake an Oath of Office and Secrecy to be administered by the Chief of Police or his designate.

CONSULTATION

Not applicable.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT

Not applicable.

CONCLUSION

Special Constable status is required in order for the Campus Safety Officer (Special Constable) to provide security to Carleton University as per an agreement with the Police Services Board.

(Original signed by)

Vern White

Chief of Police

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