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<br /> <br /> Perceived race of the driver  Gender of the driver <br /> Whether the driver was searched  Whether the vehicle was searched <br /> The reason for the traffic stop (moving violation, equipment violation, investigative, or <br />the result of a 911 call) <br /> <br />Discussion included: <br /> Traffic and crash patterns along Silver Lake Road were discussed. <br /> Staff commented on the timing and length of the lights along Silver Lake Road. <br /> The percentage of black and white motorists pulled over during the day and at night <br />was reviewed, along with the locations for these stops. <br /> Staff discussed the driver diversion programs and vouchers that were being offered to <br />motorists with vehicle violations. <br /> The Commission asked that demographic information be included on the traffic stop <br />map. <br /> The data gathered by the driver feedback signs was discussed. <br /> Staff thanked the Commission for their comments, feedback and questions. <br /> <br />VI. Reports and Updates <br /> <br />B. Public Safety Update – Director Paetznick <br /> <br />Director Paetznick explained he would be serving on the 911 Appropriate Response Team <br />with Ramsey County along with 30+ other members from the law enforcement/EMT <br />community. He indicated hiring continues to be a challenge for the Public Safety <br />Department. He noted the department currently had one opening and he was targeting lateral <br />or experienced officers. The incentive pay being offered by New Brighton and surrounding <br />communities for new hires was discussed. He commented the State was currently short 600 <br />peace officers at this time. He stated Director Schlichting would be attending a future Public <br />Safety Commission meeting to further discuss lowering residential speed limits. He <br />commented on the discussion the City Council had with Ramsey County Attorney John Choi <br />at a worksession meeting last week. He noted the Council held a strategic planning session <br />with department heads to begin planning for the coming year and 2023 budget. He discussed <br />the labels that were available for catalytic converters and noted further information was <br />available on the City’s website. <br /> <br />C. City Council Update – Graeme Allen, Councilmember <br /> <br />There was no report. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />