1.      Discuss and Act Minutes of November 18, 2021

Jim Hinthorn made a motion to approve minutes of November 18, 2021 as amended. Andy Transue seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

4 Ayes (Collins, Hinthorn, O’Neill, Transue)                      0 Nays        1 Absent (Spier)

2.      Annual Meeting Calendar

Jim Hinthorn made a motion to approve Annual Meeting Calendar. Andy Transue seconded the motion. All were in favor and motion carried.

3.      Discuss and act on community needs survey- repeat on March 1st and continue on BIBB for eight weeks.

The Commission had a lengthy discussion on the survey. It was determined that flyers would be made, advertising the PAC email address, these flyers would be posted at the Library, Grocery Store, School, Town Hall, Bank and Post Office. Social Media and the Block Island Bulletin Board will also be utilized.

Molly O’Neill made a motion to make and distribute flyers in public places on island, the Block Island Bulletin Board and on Social Media, to garner more feedback from the public. Motion was seconded by Any Transue. All were in favor and the motion carried.

4 Ayes (Collins, Hinthorn, O’Neill, Transue)                      0 Nays        1 Absent (Spier)

4.      Quarterly meeting with the Chief of Police to discuss any challenges faced by the Department and community related to law enforcement and community issues

a.       Update on TNS Police accreditation

No Update

b.      Report (statistics) by the Chief on police activities for calendar year 2021- may be delayed pending this report to Town Manager/Town Council.

No Update

5.      Staffing Plan for summer 2022- any anticipated problems?

Chief Moynihan stated that there is a need for additional personnel. There will be a total of eight to twelve CSO’s on island summer 2022. Chief Moynihan stated that while the CSO presence was welcomed they are unable to provide enforcement. There will be two Rhode Island State Police Officers on Island Thursday to Monday morning beginning Memorial Day to Labor Day. Chief Moynihan advised that the State having staff shortages but he is anticipating an update soon.

6.      Police Department Budget 22/23- BIPAC, how can we be most effective?

The budget is still being worked on in preparation for the Financial Town Meeting

7.      Resident/Business Contact Information Data Base- how best accomplished?

Chief Moynihan gave an update. Discussion ensued regarding updating the database.

8.      Town Hall event with the Chief- BIMI, early May, 2022.

Jim Hinthorn provided update and made suggestions regarding the event. Molly O’Neill suggested including the CSO’s in the event. Jim Hinthorn will move forward on the meet and greet.

Next meeting March 3, 2022.

At 5:21 PM Jim Hinthorn made a motion to adjourn the meeting, motion was seconded by Andy Transue, and all were in favor. Motion carried.

4 Ayes (Collins, Hinthorn, O’Neill, Transue)                      0 Nays        1 Absent (Spier)

Submitted by: Keisha Phillips Brown

Minutes Approved: