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1 MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE OCTOBER 20, 2025 COUNCIL CHAMBERS Present: Councilmember Strebig ( Chair), Councilmember Baker Also Present: Councilmember Evans, Councilmember Marx, Councilmember Hamilton Steiner, Law Director Vargo, Chief Assistant Law Director Swallow- Murphy, Fire Chief Fairbanks, Animal Control Officer Gary Crumley, Nancy Binder, Chair of Lakewood Animal Safety & Welfare Advisory Board ( LASWAB), animal volunteer Megan Gilaida Call to Order: 6:30 p.m. Approval of the minutes of the September 15, 2025 Public Safety Committee. A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes of the September 15, 2025 meeting of the Public Safety Committee. All members voted in favor. Motion passed. S. ORDINANCE 20-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, updating various sections of Chapter 505 Animals and Fowl of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances and creating regulations for trap, neuter/ spay and release of community cats within the City of Lakewood. ( 1st read & referred to PS 05/19/25; 2nd reading 6/2/25) Motion from Chair Strebig, seconded by Councilmember Baker to substitute S. Ordinance 20- 2025 with the new version from the Law Department dated 10/13/25 and attached to the agenda. She clarified that the proposed substitute removes mention of the City funding the TNR program. All members voted in favor. Motion passed. S. Ordinance 20-2025 substituted. Chair Strebig thanked everyone for their work and input on the ordinance. She reported that she attended the most recent meeting of the Lakewood Animal Safety & Welfare Advisory Board LASWAB) and that she feels the ordinance is close to being finalized but needs a few changes to add clarity. She reported that attorney and animal law specialist Dana Pannella also attended the LASWAB meeting and offered input. Specifically, additional language was suggested to better address unsanitary conditions and empower the City to act in the case of such conditions. Second, it was suggested that language be included to specify that a dog’ s owner is responsible for payment of any veterinary services rendered to save the life of the dog. Nancy Binder, Chair of LASWAB, issued LASWAB’ s feedback on the current ordinance. She stated that LASWAB finds the City’ s proposed registration process to be too onerous and strongly prefers that there be no registration requirement. Ms. Binder expressed concern that the registration process will deter volunteers on whom the City depends on doing important work. Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

2 Regarding funding, she acknowledged that it is for the best that the ordinance removes mention of funding. However, she advocated for the City’ s continued help with funding specific LASWAB initiatives like the spay/neuter clinics, perhaps with grant funding. Regarding the proposed training requirement, she stated that this would be a challenging requirement for community cat caregivers to meet. She shared LASWB’ s concern that there is no official training on TNR and raised questions about how community cat caregivers would access training and provide proof of training. Chair Strebig expressed open- mindedness to incorporating LASWAB’ s feedback and the input from attorney Dana Pannella. Recognizing that registration appears to be a sticking point, Councilmember Baker asked if the committee could get more information to understand both sides. Chair Strebig stated that LASWAB has been very clear that it is fully opposed to any type of required registration or training. Megan Gilaida, who practices TNR in Lakewood, echoed the recommendations from LASWAB and spoke more about why the community cat caregivers object to required registration and training. Chief Assistant Law Director Swallow responded that based on LASWAB’ s feedback, the Law Department significantly reduced the registration and training requirements. She stressed that the current version requires a very basic registration process that will be conducted online for the ease of volunteers. Regarding training, she stated that the City needs to have some kind of assurance that volunteers have been trained and are aware of best practices. Director Vargo added that the registration and training are not intended to be burdensome but are intended to protect the City against volunteers who may be careless, negligent, or bad actors. He clarified that the protections are not directed at any of the existing volunteers. Ms. Gilaida responded that if the registration and training requirements move forward that they will have a chilling effect on TNR in the City and that she and other volunteers will cease performing their volunteer work TNRing cats in Lakewood. Councilmember Strebig stated that the next step will be to review the ordinance again and incorporate the suggestions from Attorney Dana Pannella. Communication from Fire Chief Fairbanks regarding Fire Engine Purchase. referred to Public Safety Committee 9/15/25) Fire Chief Fairbanks stated the purpose of the presentation was to explain the process of purchasing a new fire engine and the process used to determine the necessity of the purchase. Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

3 Chief Fairbanks spoke about Engine 4, which is planned for replacement. He explained that when Engine 4 was purchased, a different operational model was being utilized which involved both a ladder company and an engine company. Engine 4 was originally intended to be a pumper truck and therefore was not outfitted with the entire range of tools used in the field. Chief Fairbanks explained that during the Covid- 19 pandemic, the department anticipated supply chain delays and therefore made the decision to spend $ 30,000 on renovations to Engine 4. He provided specific examples of those renovations, which included new lighting, cosmetic improvements, and improvements to the cab where firefighters ride to reduce their exposure to trapped carcinogens. Chief Fairbanks explained that the soft surfaces in the cab were replaced with washable vinyl so that the transfer of carcinogens from firefighters’ gear to soft surfaces would be greatly reduced as they move in and out of the cab. In response to a question from Councilmember Strebig, Chief Fairbanks stated that the recommended life of a fire engine is 25 years, which includes 10 years in frontline service and 15 years in reserve service. He explained that the purpose of the updates to Engine 4 was to ensure that the vehicle reached the end of its 25-year lifespan in serviceable shape. Chief Fairbanks stated that when the new engine arrives, Engine 4 will be disposed of, and the new engine will go to Station 2. In response to a question from Councilmember Strebig, Chief Fairbanks explained that there is currently a market for used engines, and that the city has sold used engines in the past. He stated that used vehicles are often purchased as a stopgap during the wait for a newly purchased engine to arrive. Chief Fairbanks spoke about the City’ s Capital Improvement Plan, explaining that it can be challenging for municipalities to plan for production delays, so purchases need to be anticipated ahead of time. The current budget request for the new fire engine is $1.5M. In response to a comment from Councilmember Strebig about price increases, Chief Fairbanks explained the different factors that can increase costs over time, and why it is recommended to leave additional room in the budget. He mentioned that private equity firms have acquired eight private manufacturers in the fire apparatus industry, consolidating them into one, which leaves only three manufacturers to control 80% of the market, and causing price increases. Chief Fairbanks explained that many fire departments are experiencing delays in equipment, repairs, and new vehicles, and provided examples of the root causes of these delays, which include supply chain issues and a shrinking workforce. Chief Fairbanks then spoke about the process used by the City’ s Apparatus Committee to determine mission needs and gather input from crews. He explained some of the specific needs of the new vehicle, such as carrying specialized rescue equipment, preventing carcinogen exposure, increase firefighter safety in case of accidents while responding to I-90, improve visibility, and include priorities from the Climate Action Plan. Chief Fairbanks stated that he investigated electric engines, but that at this time an electric engine would not meet the best interests of Lakewood’ s needs due to pricing and availability. Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

4 In response to a question from Councilmember Strebig, Chief Fairbanks explained the safety concerns for crews responding to I-90, particularly that more firefighters are killed responding to freeway accidents than anywhere else, which makes increased visibility an extremely important priority. He explained how the design of the new engine will include lighting across the back of the engine that can be used as a scene light or a traffic arrow, both of which increase visibility and safety. Chief Fairbanks explained the process of soliciting quotes from three manufacturers for a new engine – Pierce, Sutphen, and Seagrave. Each manufacturer received an identical list of the City’ s requirements so that the responses could be compared. He explained that the process will ultimately involve multiple rounds of design review and back and forth communication between the City and the chosen manufacturer. Chief Fairbanks provided design and communication details from each manufacturer, beginning with Pierce. He shared the design that Pierce supplied and pointed out the added lighting that could serve as a traffic arrow or a floodlight. Chief Fairbanks described the production timeline, pricing and inspection opportunities included in Pierce’ s proposal. Chief Fairbanks then shared the information received from the manufacturer, Sutphen. He shared background information on the company, located in Columbus, Ohio, and explained that it provides mobile technicians and the ability to make repairs in its factory or on-site in Lakewood. He shared that Lakewood currently owns two engines made by Sutphen. He then detailed the price, inspection opportunities, and design details from Sutphen’ s proposal, including the ability of the engine to switch to lithium- ion batteries to conserve fuel. Chief Fairbanks spoke about the manufacturer Seagrave, which he stated has a strong reputation for building fire engines for New York City. He said that the department first contacted Seagrave in April of 2025 and did not hear back with a quote until today, the 20th of October 2025. Chief Fairbanks shared the price and timeline provided by Seagrave and noted that communication about design specifics has not yet begun. In response to a question from Vice President Baker, Chief Fairbanks explained why a prior engine purchase required Council approval, while the proposed new engine is part of the Capital Plan and therefore approved as part of the budget. He stated that the prior engine was purchased outside of the Capital Plan due to an unplanned need and therefore needed separate approval from Council. Committee members expressed appreciation for Chief Fairbank’ s thorough presentation of the plan for the new fire engine purchase. On the motion: Motion made by Councilmember Strebig to receive and file the communication. Motion seconded by Vice President Baker. All members voted in favor. Motion passed. Public Safety Meeting Adjourned at 7:28 p.m. Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

5 Approved: 03/09/26 Angelina Hamilton Steiner, Chair Public Safety Committee Maureen M. Bach, Clerk of Council Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

LAKEWOOD FIRE DEPARTMENT PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE PRESENTATION OCTOBER 20, 2025 AGENDA Background Capital Planning Apparatus Committee Process Manufacturer Quotes Questions ENGINE NO. 4 2005 SUTPHEN 1500 GPM 500 GALLON WATER TANK REFURBISHED 2021 CAPITAL PLANNING Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

APPARATUS COMMITTEE PROCESS MISSION NEEDS INPUT GATHERED MANUFACTURERS CONTACTED DESIGN REVIEW SELECTION PIERCE MANUFACTURING MANUFACTURING FIRE APPARATUS SINCE 1939 SUBSIDIARY OF OSHKOSH LOCATED IN APPLETON, WISCONSIN LOCAL SERVICE AVAILABLE SUTPHEN MANUFACTURING FIRE APPARATUS SINCE 1890 FAMILY OWNED LOCATED IN COLUMBUS, OH LOCAL SERVICE AVAILABLE Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

SEAGRAVE MANUFACTURING FIRE APPARATUS SINCE 1881 FAMILY OWNED LOCATED IN CLINTONVILLE, WISCONSIN SERVICE CENTER IN KENTUCKY THANK YOU QUESTIONS? CONCERNS? Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

Public Safety Committee 10- 20- 25 18: 30 Agenda Name Comments Support Oppose Neutral S. ORDINANCE 20-2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, updating various sections of Chapter 505 Animals and Fowl of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances and creating regulations for trap, neuter/ spay and release of community cats within the City of Lakewood. ( 1st read & referred to PS 05/19/25; 2nd reading 6/2/25) 1 0 1 0 Sentiments for All Agenda Items The following graphs display sentiments for comments that have location data. Only locations of users who have commented will be shown. Overall Sentiment Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC

Agenda Item: eComments for S. ORDINANCE 20- 2025 - AN ORDINANCE to take effect immediately provided it receives the affirmative vote of at least five members of Council, or otherwise to take effect and be in force after the earliest period allowed by law, updating various sections of Chapter 505 Animals and Fowl of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances and creating regulations for trap, neuter/ spay and release of community cats within the City of Lakewood. ( 1st read & referred to PS 05/19/ 25; 2nd reading 6/2/25) Overall Sentiment Rachel Ashton-Misciasci Location: Submitted At: 6:28pm 10-20-25 I am opposed to how this ordinance is currently being proposed to be written. It is unnecessary and burdensome to require trappers to register with and undergo training. This type of mandate hinders efforts and can be detrimental to the cats Caregivers care for. Trapping is part of Community Cat Caregiving, and requiring them to register hinders efforts to get cats the medical care they may need, whether they are established at a colony or they are a new stray. Alley Cat Allies notes this as one of the worst mandates that can be included in an ordinance. Training is also not necessary, nor is there any certified standard. Alley Cat Allies provides a free step- by-step guide to TNR that is downloadable from their website for free. Requiring training is not necessary, nor is it necessary to mandate TNR practices that would be included in training. Alley Cat Allies suggests ordinances surrounding TNR should be simple and focus on the City's support for a TNR program. This feels like the City does NOT support a TNR program even though it is proven to be the most humane and effective way to control outdoor community cat populations. Alley Cat Allies provided assistance to Sebring, OH's ordinance in 2016, and it is simple and effective. A copy of it is on their website and I believe we should model our ordinance after theirs or use the template model provided on Alley Cat Allies's website. Docusign Envelope ID: 684D47D7- 364A-4D15- BB08-2DF6355837EC