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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Date: 10/14/2024 Item No.: 7.b. Department Approval City Manager Approval Item Description: Discuss and Consider Approval to Solicit Proposals for a Comprehensive Evaluation of Police Resources and Operational Efficiency 1 2 Background 3 The Roseville Police Department (RPD) seeks the Council’s approval to solicit proposals for a 4 comprehensive evaluation of our police resource allocation and operational efficiency. This proposed 5 assessment is not simply a review of staffing levels, but a strategic and holistic analysis of the 6 department’s overall operations, resource deployment, and service delivery. The study will assess a 7 variety of factors, including staffing, scheduling practices, call volumes, response times, and the evolving 8 needs and priorities of the community. 9 10 In light of the significant recruitment and retention challenges facing law enforcement nationwide, this 11 study will help ensure that RPD is deploying its resources as effectively and efficiently as possible, while 12 remaining aligned with community expectations. The goal is to identify innovative approaches to 13 optimize resource allocation, match staffing levels to service demands, and explore opportunities for 14 greater organizational efficiency. Additionally, a critical part of the study will include a review of current 15 officer scheduling, with a focus on considering the impacts on officer wellness. 16 17 Over the past few years, the policing profession has faced unprecedented challenges, rapid changes, 18 and shifting expectations. While much attention has been given to recruiting and retaining officers, it is 19 equally important for police departments to continually assess the demand for services and how they 20 manage that demand. Departments must ensure that their operations reflect community expectations, 21 best practices, employee well-being, and key factors such as call volumes, local crime trends, and the 22 values of the community they serve. 23 24 Many law enforcement agencies, particularly in Minnesota, are undertaking similar studies to identify 25 operational efficiencies and position their departments for future success. Local departments, such as 26 those in Burnsville, Maplewood, New Brighton, Oakdale, Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Richfield, Brooklyn 27 Center, and Hopkins, are either in the process of or have recently completed comprehensive 28 evaluations. These studies have been instrumental in helping agencies better understand resource 29 allocation and develop innovative solutions to meet community needs effectively. 30 31 This study will take a comprehensive approach, evaluating all aspects of RPD operations, including 32 crime trends, public safety call volumes, policing styles, resource management, training, assets, and 33 community expectations. The results will provide crucial insights to guide RPD’s strategic planning and 34 ensure the department remains responsive to the needs and priorities of Roseville residents. 35 36 The Roseville Police Department has never conducted a formal staffing assessment or external review 37 of its operations. The most recent internal review of scheduling and minimum staffing levels was 38 conducted by a patrol officer scheduling committee in 2008. Given the complexity and scope of this 39 evaluation, we believe an external consultant specializing in police staffing and operational assessments Page 1 of 3 Qbhf!61!pg!65