HINESVILLE POLICE 2021 ANNUAL REPORT

Inspiring A Culture of EXCELLENCE

Hinesville’s Councilwoman Executive Leadership Diana Reid Mayor District 1 Allen Brown Councilman Jason Floyd District 2 Councilwoman Vicky Nelson District 3 Mayor pro tem Keith Jenkins District 4 Councilman Karl Riles District 5 City Manager Kenneth Howard 2

A Letter from Police Chief Lloyd L. Slater To our citizens and stakeholders, To my teammates, To the leaders and partners in the communities we serve around the city and across the state, I hope this letter finds you well and safe. I am pleased to share with you the 2021 City of Hinesville Police Department’s First Annual Report. I created this report to provide our citizens with a comprehensive report on the agency’s activities throughout the preceding year. It is intended to give our citizens and other interested people information about the organization’s leadership, internal health, structure, demographics, statistics, community involvement, and overall performance. Our report documents how your police department managed various economic challenges and gives an account of how we responded to the social, criminal, and health issues that moved to the forefront in 2021. These pages also tell the story of how our agency came together in new ways to deliver for our citizens, our teammates, and our customers, to help address some of our city’s biggest challenges. I begin this letter by thanking my 97 teammates and command staff. I thank them for their trust and confidence over the past 12 months in support of my vision and for everything they do to help our citizens, and each other, every day. I would also like to thank Hinesville’s executive leadership for their support throughout 2021. I particularly would like to extend my gratitude to our thoughtful and caring citizens and businesses for all they have done for our agency and those we serve. Looking back on the year, one thing is certain: we are a department filled with men and women committed to providing the highest quality public safety service to our citizens, even in the most uncertain times. Our employees embody our agency’s mission with their courage and professionalism. Last year many employees lost precious time with their families while we navigated through personnel shortages, health concerns, childcare, financial hardships, and a myriad of other obstacles. I am grateful for their sacrifices and proud of the way they represented the Hinesville Police Department during one of its most trying times. As in the past, we continue to listen to the citizens we serve and adapt our procedures to meet the community’s ever-changing needs. We, as a department, are constantly evaluating our practices and finding areas for improvement and growth. Looking ahead, we will continue to place crime reduction strategies, community engagement, and customer service at the forefront of our efforts, along with new initiatives that will have a positive impact on our city. On behalf of my team, I wish to express our sincerest appreciation for all you have done to help make us a better agency—as we strive to make Hinesville a more inclusive and safer city. Lloyd L. Slater, Chief of Police Inspiring A Culture of Excellence 3

Contents 2 HINESVILLE’S EXECUTIVE 10 YEAR-IN-REVIEW 23 IN MEMORY LEADERSHIP 10 January 24 ORGANIZATIONAL CHART 10 February 25 DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION 3 A LETTER FROM POLICE CHIEF 12 March 27 EMPLOYEE SURVEY 12 April 32 BUDGET 6 THE MISSION 13 May 33 STATISTICS 15 June 7 MEET THE COMMAND STAFF 16 July 33 Traffic 16 August 33 Citations 8 WHAT’S NEW 17 September 33 Crimes 8 New Chief 17 October 8 Annual Report 18 November 36 TOP 10 TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS 8 Psychological Assessors 20 December 37 TRAINING 8 New look 38 EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION 8 New badge design 21 FIELD OPERATIONS 42 LETTERS OF COMMENDATION 43 PROMOTIONS/NEW HIRES 22 MEET THE TEAM 4 4

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The Mission Mission statements are important. The agency’s mission their values, ethics, and vision while accomplishing the statement explains why the agency exists. It agency’s mission. It explains how the chief will guild communicates the organization’s purpose, direction, the organization on a daily basis to achieve the core beliefs, and long-term goals. agency’s long-term goals. The chief executive officer’s (CEO) mission statement Both mission statements are prominently displayed in the describes the CEO’s convictions, what they stand for, Hinesville Police Department’s lobby. and how they plan to create a culture that will embody Hinesville Police Department “The mission of the Hinesville Police Department is to provide professional law enforcementservicestoallcitizensofHinesvilleinafairandimpartialmanner. The department recognizes that no law enforcement agency can operate effectively without the support of the citizens it serves and,therefore, solicits andencourages thecooperation ofallcitizens inthateffort.” Personal Mission To continue to learn, evolve, and improve, and to be a positive influence who encourages, empowers, and inspires others to do the same. As Hinesville’s chief of police, I am committed to creating a culture that will inspire excellence of intellectual and moral character, where purpose and values align with actions and where excellence is a part of everything I do. For me, today is not just another day; it’s another opportunity to make the most out of my life—by making a difference in someone else’s. 5 6

Meet the Command Staff Major Tracey Howard Assistant Chief of Police Office of Professional Standards Captain Terranova Smith Uniform Patrol Division Commander A, B, C and D Watch Traffic Accident Investigation Unit Traffic Control Section Captain William Oberlander Criminal Investigation Division Commander Detective Division (General Crimes, Drug Unit) Crime Suppression Unit Crime Analyst Section Evidence Section Captain Franklin Gallob Administrative Services Commander Communications Section, Records Section, Probation Section, Training Section, Warrants, School Resource Officer Community Resource Officer, City Hall Security, Open Records, Chaplain Services, State Certification 7

What’s New NEW CHIEF OF POLICE AND COMMAND STAFF With a new chief of police usually comes a change in NEW BADGE DESIGN IS JUST ONE OF THE the command staff. Each member of the command CHANGES TO ENHANCE OFFICER SAFETY. staff holds the rank of captain or higher and is responsible for overseeing a division within the agency. SMA is the only firm of psychologists in Georgia certified Because of the personal and professional influence, by the American Board of Professional Psychology in they have over the men and women under their Police and Public Safety Psychology, the International command, their selection into those positions is not Association of Chiefs of Police, the Association of Threat only based on their knowledge, competence, and Assessment Professionals, the National Sheriff’s character, but also on their ability to think quickly, act Association, and the Society of Police and Criminal responsibly, and treat all employees fairly. Psychology for specialized education and training in police and public safety psychology. ANNUAL REPORT NEW LOOK This is the first year the Hinesville Police Department (HPD) has published an annual report. Chief Slater stated Change in an organization (although it may be painful) is in his swearing-in speech that one of his goals was to often interpreted as a sign of progress. With change provide the community with complete transparency. The comes fear of the unknown and a sense of uncertainty. Hinesville Police Department’s Annual Report is designed A change or alteration of mechanisms within an agency to provide our citizens with a comprehensivereport on the can be characterized by changes in the structure, rules of agency’s activities throughout the preceding year. It is behavior, or value systems. intended to give citizens and other interested people The following external changes are designed to enhance information about the organization’sinternal health, structure, officer safety in the field. demographics, statistics, community involvement and overall performance. NEW BADGE DESIGN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSORS The purpose of changing the HPD’s badges is to reflect the change in administration and enhance officer safety. We In an effort to improve our officer selection process,the changed from the current style of badge to the larger, HPD has chosen Stone, McElroy & Associates (SMA) tobe more visible eagle over sunburst with reverse enamel. our police psychologists and the psychological assessors This change was intended to provide officers with a of allpolice officers’ pre-employment screening. larger, more prominent badge that can be more readily SMA is a psychological risk management firm based in seen, recognized, and read from a greater distance. Smyrna, Georgia, that provides psychological services to Although the detective’s badge changed to the large shield police and public safety agencies throughout the United version over 15 years ago, officers’ badge has not changed States. The SMA team brings broad and in-depth in the past 50 years. experience in public safety psychological evaluations, operational consulting, and threat assessment. Their members represent an ethnically diverse, highly talented group of men and women, with years of experience in public safety psychological services. 8

Each new badge takes months to design, manufacture, black-and-white color and evaluate before it is approved by the chief. scheme but adopted a bigger, bolder, and Effective December 8, 2021, the Hinesville Police sleeker graphic design Department began transitioning the department’s that’s easier to read at a badges in three phases - executive (captain, lieutenant, greater distance. “ and chaplain), patrol (sergeant, star corporal, corporal, officer), and detective. OLD CAR GRAPHICS “We changed from NEW CAR GRAPHICS the current style of badge(above) to the NEW CAR GRAPHICS larger, more visible eagle over sunburst 8 with reverse enamel.” (new badge on page 7) VEHICLE GRAPHICS In addition to the many internal changes that people can not see, a few external changes can be seen. As with many of our outer changes that reflect our changing times, we try to honor a part of our traditions. In the case of our car graphics, we kept our traditional black- and- white color scheme but adopted a bigger, bolder, and sleeker graphic design that is easier to read at a greater distance.

Year-in-Review COMMUNITY RELATIONS The success or failure of a law enforcement agency can be tied to its support from the citizens it serves. Without the community’s help, it becomes difficult, if not impossible, to be an effective law enforcement agency. Community relationships have always been an essential part of the HPD’s mission. JANUARY in law enforcement, Major Howard has served in numerous positions, including drug task force investigator, Lloyd Slater Named Hinesville Police Chief internal affairs investigator, training and recruiting director, adjunct instructor at the Georgia Public Safety Training Coastal Courier HINESVILLE, Ga. (Jan. 8, 2021) – Center, traffic accident investigation section commander Today, City Manager Kenneth Howard announced the and HPD’s senior firearms instructor. appointment of Lloyd Slater to serve as the new Chief of Police for the City of Hinesville. Slater, who was Check to The Liberty County Manna House selected to serve as the Acting Police Chief earlier this month, has 34 years of professional experience in At Hinesville City Council meeting, Police Chief Lloyd municipal police work, including 29 years of Slater presented a donation check to The Liberty supervisory experience with the Hinesville Police County Manna House for $2,500. Manna House is Department (HPD). working to end hunger in our community. This donation will help purchase many meals to help them in Slater’s appointment, which is effective immediately, their mission. makes history as Slater is the first African American to hold the post of Hinesville’s Police Chief. “Chief Slater 911 HelpNow Communicators has deep roots in our community and has all of the skills necessary to successfully lead HPD in its ongoing The HPD rolled out the 911 HelpNow communicator efforts to make our city safer,” Howard said. “I have program. This program was funded by two $1,000 Walmart confidence that Chief Slater will lead our police force grants, where the HPD purchased 911 HelpNow with a high level of integrity and ethics.” communicators. These communicators, when activated, establish a direct line between the user and emergency FEBRUARY services. These communicators were provided to elderly citizens within the city who were in need. By the end of the New Assistant Chief Selected program, HPD provided 41 communicators to elderly citizensof Hinesvillefree of charge. Coastal Courier HINESVILLE, Ga. Hinesville Police Chief Lloyd Slater announced the selection of Major Tracey This program was also Howard as the new Assistant Chief of Police for the highlighted by WTOC. Hinesville Police Department. Major Howard is a lifelong resident of Hinesville where he graduated from Bradwell Institute High School and worked a variety of jobs before joining the Hinesville Police Department in 1990. Over the course of his 30 years 10

Yellow Dot Program With the goal of assisting citizens within the community, the HPD went public with and managed the Yellow Dot Program. This program, which is a state-sponsored program, is meant to alert first responders about the needs of individuals who are unable to communicate at the time of their emergency. The citizens complete an informational card provided to them in a yellow envelope. This card contains information such as emergency contacts, medication information, and space for a photograph. Once completed, the card is put back into the yellow envelope and then hung on the refrigerator using a magnetic clip. First responders are trained to look for a yellow circle on the doors or in a window of a residence, alerting them to the presence of the envelope on the refrigerator. The information contained within these envelopes can assist first responders with aiding those in need. The Hinesville Police Department was proud to take part in the 2021 Ft. Stewart/HAAF Law Enforcement Symposium. Chief Slater with Maj. Gen. Antonio Aguto. Fort Stewart Law Enforcement Symposium By Lt. Col. Lindsey Elder Officials from 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield hosted a law enforcement symposium at Fort Stewart, Feb. 18-19, 2021. The event was a collaboration with law enforcement partners from across the region to include Liberty Country Sheriff, Hinesville Police Department, Bryan County Sheriff, Richmond Hill Police Department, Garden City Police Department, Statesboro Police Department, U.S. Marshals Office and members of the FBI. Georgia State Patrol, Long County Sheriff, Chatham County, and the Savannah Police Department were also invited. Command teams from across 3rd ID and garrison also attended. The 385th Military Police Battalion and the Fort Stewart Directorate of Emergency Services organized the event. Maj. Gen. Antonio Aguto, the commanding general of the 3rd ID, Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, wanted the event to be both educational and relationship-building. 11

The two-day event included briefings from several Easter ROLL different agencies to address issues and educate each other on their challenges, capabilities, and best We were able to participate in an Easter ROLL event at practices. It also included a briefing by Ms. Bonnie Sharp, Bryant Commons Park to celebrate Easter with local an analyst for the National Counterterrorism Center. children. During this drive-thru style event, the HPD distributed 2,500 eggs to children. Some of the eggs Chief Slater’s Swearing-In Ceremony contained tickets for special police-themed Easter baskets. If a ticket was found, the lucky winner came to the HPD, received a basket, and had a picture taken with an HPD officer. We had a great time during this event and look forward to participating in future Easter events. MARCH APRIL In March S/Cpl. Wolfe and SPO Solomon, the school Military Child Appreciation Month resource officer for the Bradwell Institute, partnered with staff at the school to host a Prom Promise event. The goal April is Military Child Appreciation month, and the HPD of this event was to bring awareness to students during showed our support for military children by hanging prom season about the dangers of driving while impaired. large purple bows from the front of our building. Many Kevin’s Wrecker Service provided two vehicles to be members of our department are military veterans, and staged for a vehicle reenactment scene. The Hinesville several were military children themselves. We support Fire Department responded and demonstrated how to our military partners locally and abroad here at HPD and remove an individual who’s trapped inside a vehicle. This wanted to make sure those who remain home, the event will be an annual event that Bradwell Institute, the children, also know their local law enforcement agency HPD, and other first responders will host for our prom supports them as well. attendees. Bradwell Institute’s Prom Promise 12

Earth Day at Bryant Commons Park Over the years, Captain Melanson has served under six different police chiefs. She has served with the HPD The HPD also supported Keep Liberty Beautiful as we longer than any other officer to date. For example, she celebrated Earth Day at Bryant Commons Park. During this surpassed the late Major Thomas Cribbs, who served 41 event, Lt. Hensler, Lt. Haiungs, and S/Cpl. Wolfe provided years with the department before retiring in 2016. those who attended with HPD swag and Earth Day temporary tattoos. This was another drive- thru style Captain Melanson had several conversations in the event, and we look forward to attending next year’s event. months leading up to her retirement with her younger officers. She maintains she does not play a significant role within our department, having a humble attitude toward her contributions. Captain Melanson might not be serving high-risk search warrants anymore, but without a doubt, she made sure the daily functions of this organization ran smoothly. MAY MAY Not Shave The month began our first annual “May Not Shave” fundraiser. For the month of May, officers can pay $31 (a dollar per day) for the opportunity of not having to shave for a month. Twenty-two officers participated, and we raised $682 for Shop with a Cop. Captain Stella Melanson Retires These days, not many people have been with the same organization for over 43 years. We want to highlight one of the few people who have, our very own Captain Stella Melanson. Captain Melanson began working at the HPD in December 1976 as a reserve officer. In 1978, she transitioned to a full-time position and became Hinesville’s first certified female peace officer. She has served in Patrol Division, Detective’s Division and Administrative Services Division during her time here. Captain Melanson began our Neighborhood Watch Program in 1980, and she also set up the DARE and GREAT programs within our schools. She worked within the community, serving on many boards, including Family Connections, and was a founding member of the Tri-County Protective Agency for domestic violence victims. 13

Spring 2021 Citizens’ Academy role will be limited to cases with a military nexus, specifically those cases involving military service May was a busy month for community-related events. member subjects and/or persons who distribute or For instance, we began our Spring 2021 Citizens’ smuggle drugs destined for use by members of the U.S. Academy session, which had 18 citizens enrolled. The Armed Forces, their family members, and civilians start of the session was delayed due to the COVID-19 affiliated with the Department of Defense.” pandemic, as we usually wrap up our spring session in early May. During this class, we provided these 18 citizens with 10 weeks of behind-the-scenes looks at what we do at the HPD. Citizens also had the opportunity to ride with a patrol officer, answering calls for service. Signing of the Joint Statement of Intent HPD Softball The Hinesville Police Department, Liberty County We also organized the first HPD softball team in over a Sheriff’s Office, and Fort Stewart’s Criminal Investigation decade. Our softball team was organized for two reasons. Division (CID) agreed to explore the assemblance of a The first was to bring officers and families together to joint drug task force to detect and interdict the create stronger bonds, which we absolutely accomplished. distribution of illegal drugs and harmful controlled The second was to create another noncriminal way to substances within Liberty County, Georgia, including interact with the public. Hinesville, Fort Stewart, Walthourville, Allenhurst, Flemington, Midway, Riceboro, and Gum Branch. “Our The HPD softball team participated in a softball agencies are dedicated to improving the safety of the tournament at Fort Stewart, where we beat the Liberty citizens of Liberty County, including the military service County Sheriff’s Office before falling to the military. We members and families who are based at Fort Stewart. also competed in a recreational league at James Brown We are willing and prepared to work across Park. This brought officers, their families, and the jurisdictional boundaries, including the concurrent community together two nights a week for three months. federal and state jurisdiction area of Fort Stewart. Upon a thorough vetting process and comprehensive analytical This allowed our officers to interact with the public in a review, including but not limited to the viability of such a casual manner, benefiting both officers and citizens. joint drug task force and the roles and responsibilities of each jurisdiction, we intend to draft a charter and memorandum of understanding for review by June 30, 2021. To ensure compliance with 18 United States Code 1385 (the Posse Comitatus Act), the Fort Stewart CID’s 14

National Bicycle Month City considers reactivating multijurisdictional drug task force May is known as National Bicycle Month, and this gave us an opportunity to highlight our bicycle unit. With a By Patty Leon / Coastal Courier generous donation by the Zum Rosenhof German restaurant, our bicycle unit was restored in 2018. In May During the May 20, City of Hinesville Council meeting, the 2021, we publicly thanked Zum Rosenhof for their Mayor and Council approved the authorization of staff to donation and willingness to provide another patrol option sign a Joint Statement of Intent document to further for our officers. explore the feasibility of establishing a multi- jurisdictional drug task force. Mayor and Council addressed reactivating the unit during their April 23- 24 on-site workshop. According to a letter from Hinesville Police Department Chief Lloyd Slater, dated May 10, there have been several discussions about reactivating the task force consisting of the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office, HPD and Fort Stewart’s Criminal Investigation Division. The Chief said the combination of investigative resources and pooling of officers, equipment and data will help minimize individual agencies’ cost due to improved efficiencies. The Chief also said the task force would likely generate more arrests, seizures and forfeitures in reported crimes as well as its effects on other community problems. HPD Job Fair JUNE In late May, we held our first HPD job fair to boost our Special Olympics Fundraiser recruiting efforts. Every department within the PD was present for an open house event, where those In June, the HPD was invited to attend and assist in a interested in law enforcement could attend and learn fundraising effort for the Special Olympics of Georgia. aboutourdepartment. After an information session The HPD and the Department of Juvenile Justice solicited at the PD, our physical agility test and weapons donations at our local Dunkin. While raising funds, we qualificationwasdemonstratedtothose in attendance. mingled with the crowd and made sure any little ones in attendance left with an HPD Jr. badge, sticker, and/or pencil. After six hours of fundraising, we collected a total of $1,760.70 for this great cause. “Cops don’t eat donuts- they eat power rings” 15

Think Big Youth Jr. Citizens’ Academy Traffic Enforcement Seminar The HPD, in partnership with Think Big Youth, was able to Due to the requests of citizens through our Citizens’ host a scaled down Citizens’ Academy that targeted local Academy sessions, in July we put together a one-day youth. Over a three-week period, HPD officers met with Traffic Enforcement and Awareness Seminar for anyone youth six times at the Georgia Southern University’s to attend. Cpl. Ramirez and Lt. Hensler spoke to citizens Liberty Campus. During our time with the youth, we spoke for two hours, demonstrating our traffic enforcement to them about traffic law and enforcement, patrol equipment, reviewing common traffic laws, and operations, investigations, and responding to resistance. answering questions from the public. Those who The youth also participated in a hands-on lab where they attended also conducted speed checks using RADAR learned finger-printing techniques. S/Cpl. Wolfe now and LIDAR equipment. No tickets were issued. Only serves on the board of directors for this origination, and warnings were given out during this event. our department will continue to engage with Think Big Youth. JULY Tri-County Protective Agency Fundraiser In our community, we’re fortunate to have a domestic AUGUST violence shelter for anyone who needs to flee domestic violence. This shelter, known as the Tri- County Protective National Night Out (NNO) is an annual event that Agency (TCPA), provides shelter, legal aid, counseling, brings law enforcement and the community together financial assistance, and many other services to clients. in a block party-style atmosphere. In 2021, NNO was Our agency has the privilege of serving on their board of directors. In July, HPD spearheaded a fundraising effort to provide funds for the TCPA. Selling $100 raffle tickets, over $24,000 was raised for the shelter. These funds went to making sure the TCPA could keep their doors open, assisting local domestic violence victims. 16

not held due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After putting in SEPTEMBER place safety procedures, an event was organized where law enforcement and the community could enjoy carnival Due to the ongoing spread of the Delta variant, September games, food, drinks, face painting, bounce houses, and was a slow month for community outreach work at the live music at no cost to the public. We had partnered with HPD. The HPD was invited to Fort Stewart to speak to a the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office, Walmart, Navy Federal Company of soldiers about the dangers of driving Credit Union, South Magazine, and Your Family Hospice to impaired and DUI enforcement. This was an hour-long make this event happen. presentation and took questions from soldiers about impaired driving. S/Cpl. Wolfe, spoke to soldiers as a peer After months of planning, this event was to take place on and not as an authority figure to help combat impaired August 3, 2021, at Bryant Commons Park. However, due driving in our area. to severe weather in the area, the event was postponed until September 10, 2021. As of September 10, the new OCTOBER COVID-19 Delta variant was spreading rapidly in our community. After many meetings with the chief, we Game Changers Magazine determined NNO 2021 should be canceled. We aim to bring this event back to Hinesville in August 2022. Georgia Association of Law Enforcement Chaplains MR. DEXTER NEWBY INTERVIEWING CHIEF SLATER FOR GAME CHANGERS MAGAZINE Coffee with a Cop We started the month of October by partnering with Starbucks for Coffee with a Cop. The manager of Starbucks, Maggie, wanted to host officers and citizens to enjoy coffee, pastries, and conversations. This was the first event we held of this type since the numbers for the Delta variant had subsided. While officers and parents chatted, children enjoyed coloring and assembling cardboard policevehicles.Wewillcontinuetopartner with Starbucks for future Coffee with a Cop events. POLICE CHAPLAIN PASTOR A.D. SHAW COMPLETED THE GEORGIA ASSOCIATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT CHAPLAINS ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE 17

Faith and Blue brought over 5,000 pieces of candy with us. During this event, children (and sometimes adults) were The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office hosted a “Faith and able to take pictures with the officers present while Blue” event at Bryant Commons Park. This event was a receiving candy. drive-thru food drive meant to support the Manna House. Law enforcement and religious leaders came NOVEMBER together for this event, and it turned out to be a huge success. The HPD was invited to assist in putting this NO Shave NOvember event together because this was the first of its kind in Liberty County. This will be an annual program hosted by The month started off with our first annual “NO shave the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office that HPD will continue NOvember” fundraiser. For the month of November, to be a part. officers can pay $30 (a dollar per day) for the opportunity of not having to shave for a month. Overall, $930 was raised for the Manna House and $300 was donated for the construction of the Christmas Parade float. The month of November was spent cleaning up from October and getting ready for December. For the last four years, the HPD has constructed a parade float for the annual illuminated Christmas Parade. Planning for this float begins in the summer, and construction begins the first week of November. Over the past three years, we have won first place twice and second place once for our float. The frame of the float is built on a 14-foot single-axle trailer out of wood and then decorated. The floats cost anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000, depending on what’s needed. These floats are funded through donations by both officers and private companies such as Lowes. Scarecrow Stroll “We couldn’t have done it without your support” With October comes cooler weather and Halloween! On November 1, we announced our plans to begin The HPD participated in the Scarecrow Stroll event at fundraising for our first Shop with a Cop program on Bryant Commons. During this drive-thru event, Facebook. Our goal for this program was to target K– community partners decorated areas of the park and 5 children from our local schools whose parents need gave candy to the children dressed up in their a little help for Christmas. We wanted to give costumes. During this four-hour event, over 450 vehicles filled with kids came through. We even had Officer Roberts dressed up as a donut for this event. Trunk or Treat Our local Walmart held a Trunk or Treat event this October. The HPD was invited to attend, and we 18

these children a one-on-one shopping experience issues that involve Hinesville’s military population through with officers for Christmas. With the help of the active communication and proactive problem-solving. Liberty County School System, we identified 51 children to assist in this program. The program was In attendance were: scheduled to take place on December 18, 2021, at M.G. Charles Costanza (Commanding General - 3rd ID) Walmart. Col. Manuel F. Ramirez (Ft. Stewart Garrison Commander) LTC. Craig Giancaterino (Commanding Officer - 385th M.P.) Fort Stewart—Hinesville Police Department Mr. Kenneth Howard (Hinesville City Manager) Command Staff Meeting Chief Lloyd Slater (Hinesville Chief of Police) Maj. Tracey Howard (Asst. Chief of Police) The purpose of the meeting was to reemphasize Capt. Terranova Smith (Patrol Division Cmdr.) General Costanza's commitment to working alongside Capt. William Oberlander (Detective Division Cmdr.) civilian law enforcement to help identify and resolve Veterans Day 19

DECEMBER 25th Annual Illuminated Christmas Parade On December 3, the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce held their 25th Annual Illuminated Christmas Parade. The theme of the parade was “Party Like it’s 1996!”Our float had a DJ and dance floor decorated with ‘90s-themed decorations. We once again won first place for our float. The float was an opportunity to bring law enforcement officers, their families, and the public together to celebrate Christmas. Shop with a Cop On December 18, after six weeks of fundraising, we held our first Shop with a Cop event at Walmart. During this event, we scheduled 47 children to go shopping with a cop, spending $150 per child. We had 25 officers volunteer for this event, and 14 civilian staff and family members. Walmart provided gift bags and support staff for this event. Because of the generosity of our officers, local businesses, and private citizens, this event was an overwhelming success and a great way to end the year. This monthly review has covered many of the events, programs, and activities conducted with the goal of maintaining and building relationships with the community. It was challenging at times as som e events had to be canceled due to the ongoing pandemic while others had to be modified. We hope to bring back our summer cookout program in the summer of 2022, Safe Kids Day, and National Night Out but we will have to wait and see what the future holds. We also plan to repeat all the programs covered within this review. 20

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Meet the Team A-WATCH B-WATCH C-WATCH D-WATCH TRAFFIC ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION WARRANTS OFFICER - SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER - COMMUNITY RESOURCE OFFICER - CITY HALL SECURITY OFFICER DETECTIVE DIVISION TRAFFIC CONTROL 22

In Memory In February, we lost former police officer Jakelia Haggray to a fatal single-vehicle accident. Most of us at HPD knew her as Officer Haggray, a patrol officer on D shift. She began working at this department in December 2019 before deciding on a career change and leaving the agency in February 2021. In Memory of Retired K-9 Officers Zorza and Pali. 23

26 Organizational Chart Hinesville Police Department Organizational Chart 86 Sworn 15 Full-Time 10 Part-Time Civilian Positions Civilian Positions Positions 00 24

27 Diversity and Inclusion HPD Male/Female Traffic Control Officers 29% 11% 69 Men 28 Women 1 men 8 women 71% 89% Civilian Personnel Sworn Officers 66 Men 7 Women 42% 10% 14 Full Time 90% 58% 10 Part Time Sworn Female Officers Sworn Male Officers 2% 13% 25% 2 Bl ack 11% 30% 19 Black 12% 4 White 36 White 1 Hispanic 57% 7 Hispanic 50% 1 Other 1 Asian 25

Men Women As of December 31, 2021, the Hinesville Police Department (HPD) employed 97staffmembers, 69(71%)men,and28(29%) women. Of HPD’s 97 employees, 69 (71%) had an affiliation with the military, whether directly or indirectly through a spouse. Of the 73 sworn officers: 42 males served in the Army, 4 males served in the Air Force, 1 male served in the Coast Guard, and 1 female served in the Air Force. 9 males had spouses who were also in the Army, 1 female had a spouse who was in the Army, and 1 female had a spouse who was in the Air Force. Of the 24 civilian personnel: 2 males served in the Army, 2 females served in the Army, and 6 females had spouses who were in the Army. Military Affiliation MILITARY AFFILIATION SWORN OFFICERS (73) CIVILIAN PERSONNEL (24) MEN WOMEN MEN WOMEN 42 43% Army 2 2% Army 2 2% Army 4 4% Air Force 1 1% Air Force 1 1% Coast Guard 47 (47%) 1 (1%) 2 (2%) 2 (2%) 52 (54%) SPOUSE IN THE MILITARY 9 10% Army 1 1% Army 6 6% Army 1 1% Air force 9 (10%) 2 (2%) 6 (6%) 17 (18%) Total 69 (71%) 26

Employee Engagement Survey EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1 (1.69%) disagreed. When asked if they had a good working relationship with their supervisor, 54 (91.53%) The HPD is an agency filled with many talented responded positively, and 5 (8.46%) disagreed. When employees who exceed performance expectations. We asked if they felt employees treated each other with recognize and value our employees and are committed respect, 56 (94%) agreed, whereas 3 (5.08%) were to creating a culture of excellence. This culture impartial. When asked if they were satisfied with the combines an understanding of simple engagement culture at the HPD, 52 (88.14%) answered favorably, where 7 principles, including purpose, transparency, action, (11.86%) were impartial. When asked if they would and commitment. recommend working for the HPD, 55 (93.22%)responded yes,and 4 (6.77%)said no. When asked if they believed the All our employees need to know they matter. Our goal is department’s policies and procedures discouraged to create a culture that will inspire excellence of discrimination, 51 (86.44%) replied yes, and 8 (13.56%) intellectual and moral character, where purpose and responded no. When asked if they were satisfied with the values align with our actions. The department benefits leadership at HPD, 55 (93.22%) answered favorably, 3 from having a talented and engaged workforce, but we (5.08%) were impartial, and only 1 (1.69%) responded they can always do better. were dissatisfied. Moreover, when we asked our staff if they were proud to work for the HPD, 58 (98.3%) said yes, Our engagement purpose in 2021 was “Transparency.” whereas only 1 (1.70%) was not. We launched an Employee Engagement Survey to determine how our department was doing. This was the These results are encouraging. first of what will be an annual process. The survey provides us the ability to measure engagement levels In evaluating the survey results, it was important to over time, and it gives us metrics and provides us with remember that favorability, the combination of responses an opportunity for transparency and subsequent action. that are either “Strongly Agree” or “Agree” gives us a high- Mathematician Karl Pearson stated, “That which is level view of our organization’s engagement. measured improves, and that which is measured and reported improves exponentially.” For context, a healthy organization will have a favorability level of 70% or higher1. We provided the results to our managers with the understanding that they are our organization’s most 1 How to Interpret Your Engagement Survey Results, significant asset when it comes to employee https://help.quantumworkplace.com/interpret-your-survey-results engagement. Their insights were invaluable in developing the next steps. Among the next steps was the development of a more granular survey at the unit level, and the thought was to allow for more opportunities to act on the feedback. Among the questions asked was whether they felt employees of different backgrounds interact well in the department—58 (98.3%) agreed, whereas only 27

Q1: What is your employment status with the Hinesville Police Department? 100.00% 81.36% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 80.00% Sworn Officer 81.36% 48 60.00% Full Time Civilian 16.95% 10 40.00% Part Time Civilian 1.69% 1 20.00% 59 0.00% TOTAL Sworn Officer 16.95% 1.69% Full Time Civilian Part TimeCivilian Q2: How long have you been with the department? 52.54% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER Less than 5 years 28.81% 17 28.81% More than 5, but 52.54% 31 less than 20 years 18.64% 18.64% More than 20 years 11 59 TOTAL Lessthan 5 years More than 5, but less than 20 years More than 20 years THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS ARE IN “AGREE/DISAGREE” OR “YES/NO” FORMAT: Q3: Employees of different backgrounds interact well in the department? 50.00% 49.15% 49.15% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 0 40.00% Strongly disagree 0.00% 1 Disagree 1.69% 29 29 30.00% Agree 49.15% 59 20.00% Strongly agree 49.15% 10.00% 0.00% 1.69% TOTAL 0.00% Strongly disagree Disagree Agree Strongly agree 28

Q4: My supervisor and I have a good working relationship. 60.00% 57.63% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 50.00% 33.90% Strongly disagree 1.69% 1 40.00% Disagree 5.08% 3 30.00% 20.00% 1.69% 5.08% Neither agree nor 1.69% 1 10.00% 1.69% disagree Agree 33.90% 20 0.00% Strongly agree 57.63% 34 Strongly TOTAL 59 disagree Neither Agree agree nor agree Q5: Employees treat each other with respect. 60.00% 57.63% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 50.00% Strongly disagree 0.00% 0 40.00% 37.29% Disagree 0.00% 0 30.00% 20.00% 0.00% 0.00% 5.08% Neither agree nor 5.08% 3 10.00% disagree Agree 57.63% 34 0.00% Strongly agree 37.29% 22 59 Strongly Disagree Neither disagree Agree TOTAL agree nor Strongly agree disagree Q6: I am satisfied with the culture at the Hinesville Police Department. 60.00% 54.24% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 50.00% Strongly disagree 0.00% 0 40.00% 33.90% Disagree 0.00% 0 30.00% 20.00% 0.00% 0.00% 11.86% Neither agree nor 11.86% 7 10.00% disagree Agree 54.24% 32 0.00% Strongly agree 33.90% 20 59 Strongly Disagree Neither disagree Agree agree nor Strongly agree TOTAL disagree COMMENTS: “I have always felt accepted at this department and encouraged to grow as both a person and officer.” “I have witnessed poor leaders and poor supervision in the past. The current leadership and chain of command of this department cares about the officers,employees, and citizens it serves. With the demands of this profession and in this city, working for Captain Smith, Major Howard, and Chief Slater, and the support they demonstrate, every day, I know I am coming to work for people who care about their officers and their profession.” “I am satisfied up to the point of the no beard policy. Beards should be allowed. It’s a good look and it raises the morale of the officers.” “Each shift holds a different culture.” 29

Q7: Would you recommend working for the Hinesville Police Department? 100.00% 93.22% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 80.00% 6.77% Yes 93.22% 55 60.00% No 6.77% 4 40.00% Yes 59 20.00% TOTAL 0.00% Q8: Do you believe that the department’s policies and procedures discourage discrimination? 90.00% 86.44% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER Yes Yes 86.44% 51 80.00% No 13.56% 8 70.00% 59 60.00% TOTAL 50.00% 40.00% 13.56% 30.00% No 20.00% 10.00% 0.00% Q9: I am satisfied with the leadership at HPD. 60.00% 50.85% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 50.00% Strongly disagree 0.00% 0 40.00% 42.37% Disagree 1.69% 1 30.00% 20.00% 0.00% 1.69% 5.08% Neither agree nor 5.08% 3 10.00% disagree Agree 50.85% 30 0.00% Strongly agree 42.37% 25 59 Strongly Disagree Neither TOTAL disagree Agree agree nor Strongly agree disagree 30

Q10: Are you proud to work for the Hinesville Police Department? 100.00% 98.28% ANSWERS RESPONSES % NUMBER 80.00% Yes 98.30% 58 60.00% 1.72% No 1.70% 1 40.00% Yes No 59 20.00% TOTAL 0.00% COMMENTS: “But I’d like facial hair!” “I love my job and my department “ “The past five (5) years have been a pleasure.” “Top-notch, professional agency.” “ Thumbs up.” “50/50” “More so than before. Some watches are more demanding and tougher than others. Having the support and trust of this chain of command and working with my officers makes me proud to be a part of this department.” “VERY MUCH” “I enjoy being a part of HPD. Hey, give these guys their beards. It is a tremendous morale booster. “Are we supposed to mirror in appearance the community inwhich we serve and protect.” “(The small things go along way and have a great impact on performance, morale, attitudes and quality of work.)” “Beards please!” “Proud and Honored” 31

Budget DEPARTMENT BUDGET Prior FY Approved Current FY Approved Computer/SoftwareUpdate Budget Budget Salary Salary-Detectives $41,485 $45,587 Overtime $3,794,428 $3,925,290 GroupInsurance(Medical) $1,165,285 $1,168,656 Retirement Contribution $60,000 $60,000 Education and Training $572,533 $521,456 Communications $364,973 $374,869 Intergovt-PrisonerCustody $17,166 $17,953 Vehicles $53,320 $58,120 Vehicle Repairs/Maint. $192,561 $192,561 Fuel $210,000 $180,000 Utilities - Electricity $72,000 $60,000 Building Maintenance $139,000 $151,960 Department Operating Expense $60,000 $60,000 *All other budget items $28,816 $28,816 $93,744 $87,219 *See budget digest for details $1,844,450 TOTAL $8,776,937 32

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Crimes and Citations 2019-2021 Aggravated Assault/Assault 2019 2020 2021 Auto Theft Homicide / Homicide by Vehicle 121 188 192 Rape 27 33 29 Robbery 2 2 3 Burglary 11 5 14 Arson 23 22 27 Entering Auto 149 121 119 Domestic Disputes 7 5 17 Juvenile Arrests 142 179 153 Adult Arrests 629 658 728 212 149 223 Traffic 1,605 1,640 1,774 Criminal 386 554 475 Total Case Numbers Issued 1,220 1,086 1,368 Direct Patrols, Foot Patrols 55,462 63,643 55,159 Dispatched Calls 19,064 27,888 23,195 Criminal Citations 19,429 18,903 18,708 Military 1,333 1,212 1,359 Civilian 214 208 203 Traffic Citations 1,119 1,004 1,148 Military 9,361 11,233 8,579 Civilian 2,363 2,547 1,988 Total Citations 6,998 8,716 6,591 Traffic Warnings 10,694 12,445 9,837 DUI 6,559 7,019 5,103 Over 21 90 146 112 Under 21 85 145 110 Military 5 1 2 Civilian 20 17 17 70 129 95 34

Vehicle Accidents 140 133 140 120 123 125 100 133 128 80 95 113 110 113 80 100 60 40 20 0 Number of vehicle crashes investigated in 2021 January 80 February 95 March 133 April 123 May 125 June 100 July 140 August 113 September 133 October 128 November 110 December 113 TOTAL 1,393 35

Traffic Violations in 2021 315 311 250 320 2031 375 578 416 464 564 SPEEDING FAILURE TO OBEY TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE EXPIRED TAG FAILURE TO STOP FOR STOP SIGN WINDOW TENT UNLAWFUL USE OF WIRELESS DEVICE SUSPENDED LICENSE DRIVING W/O VALID TAG PASSING IN A NO PASSING ZONE LICENSE NOT ON PERSON LICENSE NOT ON PERSON 250 PASSING IN A NO PASSING ZONE 311 DRIVING W/O VALID TAG 315 SUSPENDED LICENSE 320 UNLAWFUL USE OF WIRELESS DEVICE 375 WINDOW TENT 416 FAILURE TO STOP FOR STOP SIGN 464 EXPIRED TAG 564 FAILURE TO OBEY TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE 578 SPEEDING 2031 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 36

Training LAW ENFORCEMENT CLASSES GIVEN AT THE These officers were trained on how to recognize someone HINESVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT who is experiencing a mental health crisis, deescalate the situation as needed and get that individual the Georgia P.O.S.T. physical agility test. assistance they need. Most of the officers at the HPD Firing Range have taken this training and are certified CIT officers.This First Aid refresher training, and the tools given to officers during this class, Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training savelives. We here at the HPD willcontinue hosting these TASER certification classes forour officers and anyother agencies who wish to Oleoresin Capsicum (re-familiarization) send their officers here for training. Patrol Rifle re-qualification Legislative & Case Law update 2021 Cultural Awareness Standardized Field Testing CITIZEN CLASSES Citizens’ Academy Think Big Youth Jr. Citizens’ Academy Traffic Enforcement and Awareness Seminar The HPD hosted Crisis Intervention Training for officers from various agencies all over southeast Georgia. These include officers from the HPD, Glynn County Police Department, Pooler Police Department, Statesboro Police Department, Garden City Police Department, Tattnall County Sheriff’s Office, Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, College of Coastal Georgia, and the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office. 37

Employee Recognition 2020 OFFICER OF THE YEAR 2020 ROOKIE OF THE YEAR Senior Patrol Officer Officer Limayri Cruz Joe Cephus Jr. D-Watch D-Watch Uniform Patrol Division Uniform Patrol Division D-Watch Supervisor’s D-Watch Supervisor’s Nomination for Nomination for Officerof the Year Rookie of the year The D-Watch Officer of the Year Nomination for 2020 The D-Watch Officer of the Year Nomination for 2020 is is Ptl. Limayri Cruz. She has been employed with the Ptl. Joe Cephus. He is been employed with the police HPD since 2017 and assigned to D-Watch since department since June 2019 and assigned to D-Watch February 2020. In addition to her primary assignment, since December 2019. Ptl. Cephus maintains the utmost she is a part of the department’s bike patrol and a field professional demeanor and treats all he encounters, training officer. whether a citizen or fellow officer, with kindness, fairness, and dignity. Ptl. Cephus is goal oriented and highly While on duty, Ptl Cruz investigates calls thoroughly. She motivated. He regularly leads his shift in self-initiated field is always willing to put forth the extra effort to ensure activity while remaining well rounded in other aspects of suspects are correctly identified, victims are provided his responsibilities. He takes pride in producing a high the correct resources, and any loose ends pertaining to quality of work. He exhibits all the positive traits one thinks situations are taken care of. She steps up as a shift leader of when thinking of an outstanding officer. He is team and helps guide the officers on the shift with less oriented, possesses a strong work ethic, and takes pride experience. She is always willing to give advice and assist in all he does. For all these reasons, D-Shift feels Ptl Cephus fellow officers whenever needed. She is a true team player should be the 2020 Rookie of the Year. and valued asset on D-Watch. Beyond her regular work duties, she frequently volunteers 2020 CIVILIAN OF THE YEAR to assist with the department’s outreach program such as participating in the Scarecrow Stroll, Pumpkin Roll, and Police Administrative Technician working on the annual Christmas parade float. Ms. Linda Barbee Overall, Ptl Cruz is a well-rounded officer who works hard, is a team player, and cares about the community she Administrative Services Division serves. For all the reasons, Ptl. Cruz should be the HPD’s Administrative Services 2020 Officer of the Year. Supervisor’s Nomination for Civilian of the year I would like to nominate Linda Barbee for Civilian of the Year for the Hinesville Police Department. 38

For more than six years, Ms. Barbee has been a very He always strives for perfection. He has numerous citizen loyal and dependable employee for the Police contacts on a daily basis that result in no valid complaints. Department. On numerous occasions, she has come in He is also a great coworker. Cpl Ramirez was chosen to be on her days off to work for other employees who the traffic unit’s video manager and reviews videos for cannot come in, which has been valuable because of equipment issues. new hires and the pandemic. I feel that she is deserving of recognition for her service and commitment to the Cpl Ramirez volunteers for and has performed numerous Hinesville Police Department and is an essential educational traffic safety presentations to the citizens and employee in the Administrative Support Services soldiers of our community. He also contributes by giving Division. instruction to the Citizens Police Academy and assisted our community schools with presentations to the Science NOMINEES Technology Engineering Mathematics program. He recently completed the required courses to complete training as a Corporal POST Certified Accident Reconstructionist. Michael Ramirez I have a high degree of confidence in Cpl Ramirez, that he will always perform above the standard, whether Traffic Accident Investigation it’s in general assistance to a coworker, for the good of Uniform Patrol Division the department or the City of Hinesville. His coworkers TAI Supervisor’s are in agreement with my observations, and that’s why Nomination for Cpl Ramirez is being submitted as a candidate for Officer Officer of the year of the Year. Corporal Michael Ramirez has been selected as a Officer nominee for the Officer of the Year Award. Cpl. Ramirez has worked for the police department since Calah Colvin January 2, 2014 and has been with the Traffic Unit since December 22, 2015. Through my observations B-Watch of Cpl. Ramirez during year 2020, it is evident he goes Uniform Patrol Division above and beyond the performance of other employees. B-Watch Supervisor’s Nomination for Cpl. Ramirez presents a positive, professional, and Rookie of the Year knowledgeable image of himself and the police department on a daily basis. He is dedicated to assisting Officer Colvin has only been with B Shift for a couple months others every day. He continually stays current on trending since completing her FTO program. Since then, she has changes and updates to laws then passes this information excelled in her performance. She has performed at a level along to his coworkers. He takes great pride in his above her experience and is eager to progress in her appearance, attendance, and professional acting attitude knowledge. She is proactive in traffic enforcement, crime as he sets an example for others to follow. As a field prevention activities, and answering calls. She is training officer, Cpl Ramirez ensures officers in the training knowledgeable about the job, the policies, and the law program understand how to complete traffic crash reports required to complete the job effectively. Officer Colvin is and conduct traffic encounters in a safe manner. also willing to admit her deficiencies and will ask questions to assist her in learning. Officer Colvin has expressed a Over the past year, he is completed advanced training desire to take advanced courses to further her knowledge in traffic accident investigations, which benefits not and career with the department. I’m confident Officer only the department but his coworkers as well. He Colvin will continue to grow and become a more well- always has a positive attitude and is a role model for rounded officer as she gains experience on the job. others working around him. He is very reliable and flexible with scheduling. He has the skills of a patrol Officer Colvin requires minimal supervision to complete calls officer; however, in addition, he strives to work in a and tasks assigned to her. She is consistently on time for work specialized unit that requires a higher level of personal and has not missed any days. Officer Colvin is also an dedication. He does this without asking for or being excellent coworker due to her willingness to assist the shift offered any additional compensation. and her coworkers at any time. 39

Officer Corporal Demetrius Moore Charles Colon B-Watch Detective Uniform Patrol Division B-Watch Supervisor’s Criminal Investigation Division Nomination for CID Supervisor’s Officer of the Year Nomination for Officer of the Year Officer Moore has excelled in his performance on B- Watch. He is a leader among the shift in calls I nominate Charles Colon for Officer of the Year. During answered and traffic enforcement. Officer Moore the past year, Investigator Colon worked with the GBI has a good balance in traffic enforcement and and federal agents dealing with the gang issues in the responding to calls. Officer Moore doesn’t miss City of Hinesville and along the East Coast from New York work unnecessarily and is always among the first to to Florida. He started obtaining advanced training in gang report to duty for the shift. Officer Moore can be recognition and ran with the training from there. He put assigned a task and will complete it with no needed together data on various gang members, which has follow-up supervision to ensure it gets done. When helped the state and federal prosecutors put together a given a detail, Officer Moore accepts it and strong case against them. He keeps up with the latest accomplishes it. Officer Moore takes pride in his trends when it comes to gangs and their activity. He is appearance and his representation of the HPD. always passing on information to other officers so they can start recognizing the signs of gang member activity. Officer Moore is always professional in his demeanor Investigator Colon jumps in without being told to assist when dealing with citizens. He is the ideal coworker and other investigators and patrol when assistance is needed. team player because he is always willing to help other officers. He is someone officers on the shift go to for help Officer in resolving problems or for advice on calls. Officer Moore has had no citizen complaints during my time Nathaniel Hart supervising him, even though he is very proactive with traffic enforcement. A-Watch Uniform Patrol Division Officer Moore recently began training his first trainee A-Watch Supervisor’s as an FTO. His attitude toward receiving a trainee Nomination for was upbeat and excitement at being able to help train Officer of the Year future officers for the department. Officer Moore has also taken the opportunity to further his police Ofc Nathaniel Hart was assigned to A-Watch in June knowledge and has expressed interest in several 2020 during his officer probationary period. Since being advanced training courses to help him become a assigned to A-Watch, Ofc Hart has been impressive in better all-around officer for the department. Overall, how fast he learns. He adapts very well for a young Officer Moore is an outstanding representation of the officer. His duty appearance and hygiene are always ideal officer for this department due to his work ethic “top notch.” He never needs to be or reminded about and integrity, and it’s my honor to nominate him for the upkeep or maintenance of his uniforms. He was the HPD’s Officer of the Year. selected to model/wear test a new uniform for officers of the uniform patrol division. Ofc Hart is prompt for duty daily. He lives in Savannah and commutes a minimum of 85 miles to and from work. He has yet to call in late. He carries himself very well professionally, beyond his maturity for his experience and time in law enforcement. He has completed 116 hours of advance training within six months, which is usually reserved for officers upon completion of the Field Training Program. His report writing requires minimal 40

editing or corrections. Ofc Hart strives daily to shine • Extremely physical fit / exemplary personal among his peers. Statistically, he is consistently one of the • appearance. shift’s top performers. Ofc Hart is a team player and selfless of his time and effort to other officers. Professionalism and integrity are without reproach. Ofc Hart is a good candidate to be the“face”of the HPD. • He is well rounded and speaks and relates well with • Highly motivated. Takes initiative to lead and guide superiors, peers, and citizens. He is a young man of • less experienced officers in the right direction. conviction, ethics, and integrity. He accepts constructive • criticism and corrections humbly, often seeking positive The epitome of a team player that is routinely outcomes in situations. Ofc Hart accepts responsibility and • sought out by other officers for guidance and accountability for his decisions, good or bad, and does not assistance. make excuses. He possesses a“neverquit”attitude. He is usually one of the last ones to leave, wanting to ensure Extremely dedicated goes out of his way to assist all tasks and missions are complete for the day. He is a other officers. Can always be relied upon. “sponge” for knowledge, asking questions for procedural protocol, tactical and technical proficiency. Ofc Hart has Extremely knowledgeable concerning the law no verbal or written negative disciplinary corrective and in police procedure, which is why he is relied actions. on to be the field training officer for the Crime Suppression Unit. Corporal • Always punctual, stays until the mission is Gianni Wong • completed volunteering when extra work is needed. Crime Suppression Unit • Criminal Investigation Division • Always professional and approachable dealing CID Supervisor’s with the public. His interactions with the public Nomination for are the ideal of what a Hinesville Police Officer Officer of the Year should be. The Crime Suppression Unit nominates Corporal Gianni Officer Wong works with little to no direction and Wong to be the Police Department Officer of the Year. produces high quality results. He makes a large Officer Wong has been employed as a police officer number of professional arrests that have a direct with the City of Hinesville for about six-and-a-half impact on crime in the city. years. During his tenure, he has served on patrol, the Crime Suppression Unit, and as a narcotics Presents an unwavering positive attitude in the investigator. face of opposition and unfavorable conditions. Is future oriented and seeks out training opportunities to better himself and by extension, the department. 41

LETTERS OF COMMENDATION On December 16, 2021, Chief Slater awarded Hinesville police Officer Mathew Hoffman and Corporal Michael Ramirez Letters of Commendation along with Firefighters Daniel Hamilton, Arthur Kearney, and Nicolas Maxwell for their actions on November 6, 2021. 42

PROMOTIONS Probst, Travis………………………………. Sergeant Rivera, Jose………………………………… Detective Cruz, Limayri ………………………….…..Detective Roberts, Christian………………………… Corporal Gallob, Franklin…………………….………. Captain Shin, Wan ………………………………Star Corporal Haiungs, Jeffery………………….……. Lieutenant Slater, Lloyd………………………………………. Chief Howard, Tracey……………………….………. Major Smith, Charles………………………………Detective Jeffrey Lui …………………………….………Sergeant Snider, James …………………………….Lieutenant Kunda, Richard………………….…..Star Corporal Wong, Gianni………………………….Star Corporal Oberlander, William………………….….. Captain Osborne, Derek ………………………..….Detective NEW HIRES Stubbs, Keisha .................................... Police Administrative Technician.....................................February Hoffman, Matthew ........................................... Police Officer……................................................... March Jones, K-CI ........................................................ Police Officer ........................................................ March Osterman, Karen ................................ Police Administrative Technician......................................... March Harmon, Cody .................................................. Police Officer ........................................................... June Gipson, Cindy ................................................... Traffic Control............................................................. July Higginbotham, Jerrod ....................................... Police Officer ................................................. September Law, Jeremey .................................................... Police Officer .................................................. September Riner, William ................................................... Police Officer................................................... September Currier, Delilah ................................................. Police Officer .................................................. September Hernandez-Paniaqua, Cristal............................. Traffic Control ..................................................November Fernandez, Sophia ............................................ Traffic Control...................................................November Joseph, Gregory................................................ Police Officer ....................................................December Joseph, Lisa ...................................................... Police Officer ...................................................December Johnson, Bryan ................................................. Police Officer ...................................................December Sayer-Lee, Shelby ............................................. Police Officer ...................................................December 43

“Making the most out of my life, by making a difference in someone else’s” Thanks for your continued trust and support and for making Hinesville a great place to live, work and play. —Chief Lloyd L. Slater 44

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