General Plan Policy Document (Adopted 7-11 ... - City of Wheatland

PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES, Chapter 55.G.9. The City shall increase levels of traffic enforcement,particularly along SR 65.IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAMS5.11. The City shall adopt a Public Safety Services Master Plan forpolice services based on future development trends. The Cityshall incorporate necessary service equipment and facilitiesinto the Development Fee Schedule.Responsibility:City CouncilPolice ChiefTime Frame: FY 2005-20065.12. The City shall include a new police facility in the plannedCivic Center.Responsibility:City CouncilCity ManagerPolice ChiefTime Frame: FY 2008-2009FIRE PROTECTIONFire protection is a critical component of public safety. Wheatlandcurrently has a volunteer fire department that provides fireprotection to the city. The Plumas Brophy Fire Protection Districtprovides fire protection to the region surrounding Wheatland. Fireprotection depends on several factors: personnel and equipment,available water supply and pressure, response time, and reducingpotential fire hazards. Buildings can also be constructed with fireresistant materials, smoke alarms, or sprinkler systems to reduce firehazards.GOAL 5.HTo protect residents, employees, and visitors in Wheatland frominjury and loss of life and to protect property from fires.POLICIES5.H.1. The City shall establish a full-time fire department.5.H.2. The City shall, through adequate staffing and patrol arrangements,endeavor to maintain the minimum feasible responseWheatland General Plan Policy Document, Part II 5-12July 11, 2006