EAST GATEWAY COALITION
MINUTES OF JANUARY 20, 2011 MEETING
The meeting was called to order at 6:45 p.m. by President Michelson, who then welcomed guests: County Commissioner, Wayne Johnson; Sally Mayer, City of Albuquerque; Lenton Malry, Bernalillo County; APD Officer, Todd Hardman; Steve Smith, representing Crime Stoppers; Sherry Mangold, representing Animal Protection of new Mexico; and Erika Wilson, 911 Supervisor.
Officer Todd Hardman, reporting for Commander Saylor, stated that during the period of December 1 through January 1 auto burglaries had been one of their largest problems. He said people go out, start their car, go back in the house and leave the car running, and the burglar comes along and drives off with the car. He said many have also been taken from mall parking lots and “big box store” parking lots. He suggested that drivers use “the Club” or any other device to help secure their vehicles. Commander Cliff Saylor, who arrived at the meeting, noted that the most popular vehicles to be stolen were the Toyota Camry and Corolla. He stated that many residential burglaries were being accomplished by kicking in side doors, breaking glass in or beside doors, or just kicking in doors. He noted that doors should be solid and have dead bolt locks. He also stated that people are being robbed as they are unloading packages and not paying attention to their surroundings. He cautioned that we all note what is going on around us at all times.
Commissioner Wayne Johnson stated he has been attending many neighborhood meetings and listening to the concerns of his constituents and trying to answer questions home owners may have about County activities. Should you want to contact him, his phone numbers are: Bernalillo County, 238-9352; cell phone, 379-7540; or email, w.johnson@bernco.gov. He commented on the change to the noise ordinance which the commission is considering.
Steve Smith was introduced. Representing “Crime Stoppers”, he noted that the organization was first created in Albuquerque in 1976 by police detective, Greg Macalise. It is a partnership of community, media, and law enforcement, which is now nationwide, and in 18 countries. The program is in need of funds. Mayor R.J. Berry has designated March 20-26 as CRIME STOPPERS’ WEEK. KRQE television has volunteered to be the base for gathering funds. A new television program will begin – “Albuquerque’s Most Wanted”, which will air right after “America’s Most Wanted”.
Sherry Mangold, representing Animal Protection of New Mexico was introduced. She stated the organization is a non-profit animal advocacy group. She noted that 63% of Americans have a pet, and 99% think of the pet as a household member. She noted that a child in the United States is more likely to have a pet than a father. She also said that 88% of people referred to social services for crimes of abuse have been animal abusers. She also noted that one of the most dangerous things is for a child to abuse an animal and get away with it. The President then introduced Erika Wilson, Supervisor for 911 calls. Ms. Wilson stated that 90% of calls to 911 are answered within ten seconds. Seventy percent are from cellular phones. There are 140 employees answering calls 24/7. Thirty to forty percent of calls result in a dispatch. Land lines give the operators coordinates; cell phones not as accurate. She stated New Mexico does not have the infrastructure in place for texting.
The President thanked those making presentations.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
MINUTES OF JANUARY 20, 2011 MEETING
The meeting was called to order at 6:45 p.m. by President Michelson, who then welcomed guests: County Commissioner, Wayne Johnson; Sally Mayer, City of Albuquerque; Lenton Malry, Bernalillo County; APD Officer, Todd Hardman; Steve Smith, representing Crime Stoppers; Sherry Mangold, representing Animal Protection of new Mexico; and Erika Wilson, 911 Supervisor.
Officer Todd Hardman, reporting for Commander Saylor, stated that during the period of December 1 through January 1 auto burglaries had been one of their largest problems. He said people go out, start their car, go back in the house and leave the car running, and the burglar comes along and drives off with the car. He said many have also been taken from mall parking lots and “big box store” parking lots. He suggested that drivers use “the Club” or any other device to help secure their vehicles. Commander Cliff Saylor, who arrived at the meeting, noted that the most popular vehicles to be stolen were the Toyota Camry and Corolla. He stated that many residential burglaries were being accomplished by kicking in side doors, breaking glass in or beside doors, or just kicking in doors. He noted that doors should be solid and have dead bolt locks. He also stated that people are being robbed as they are unloading packages and not paying attention to their surroundings. He cautioned that we all note what is going on around us at all times.
Commissioner Wayne Johnson stated he has been attending many neighborhood meetings and listening to the concerns of his constituents and trying to answer questions home owners may have about County activities. Should you want to contact him, his phone numbers are: Bernalillo County, 238-9352; cell phone, 379-7540; or email, w.johnson@bernco.gov. He commented on the change to the noise ordinance which the commission is considering.
Steve Smith was introduced. Representing “Crime Stoppers”, he noted that the organization was first created in Albuquerque in 1976 by police detective, Greg Macalise. It is a partnership of community, media, and law enforcement, which is now nationwide, and in 18 countries. The program is in need of funds. Mayor R.J. Berry has designated March 20-26 as CRIME STOPPERS’ WEEK. KRQE television has volunteered to be the base for gathering funds. A new television program will begin – “Albuquerque’s Most Wanted”, which will air right after “America’s Most Wanted”.
Sherry Mangold, representing Animal Protection of New Mexico was introduced. She stated the organization is a non-profit animal advocacy group. She noted that 63% of Americans have a pet, and 99% think of the pet as a household member. She noted that a child in the United States is more likely to have a pet than a father. She also said that 88% of people referred to social services for crimes of abuse have been animal abusers. She also noted that one of the most dangerous things is for a child to abuse an animal and get away with it. The President then introduced Erika Wilson, Supervisor for 911 calls. Ms. Wilson stated that 90% of calls to 911 are answered within ten seconds. Seventy percent are from cellular phones. There are 140 employees answering calls 24/7. Thirty to forty percent of calls result in a dispatch. Land lines give the operators coordinates; cell phones not as accurate. She stated New Mexico does not have the infrastructure in place for texting.
The President thanked those making presentations.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
