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CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: CLERK OF COUNCIL USE ONLY: REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION SEPTEMBER 5, 2006 TITLE: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN APPROVED o As Recommended o As Amended o Ordinance on 1 sl Reading D Ordinance on 2nd Reading o Implementing Resolution o Set Public Hearing For ~ (LJh~ - CITY MANAGER - CONTINUED TO FILE NUMBER RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt a resolution that amends Compensation plan (No. 82-110) to title. the City's create one Basic Classification and part-time classification DISCUSSION The Santa Ana Police Department homicide unit currently maintains over SOO open and unsolved homicide cases, several dating back to the 1960's. Due to advances in forensic science technology, including DNA, fingerprint analysis and firearms examination, many of these cases potentially contain evidence that could identify a suspect. To effectively work these cases, experienced investigators must dedicate a substantial amount of time reviewing each individual case to identify evidence and determine if it is suitable for modern forensic examination. Although one full-time homicide detective works specifically with cold cases, no further resources are currently available to assign to this area as it would remove necessary personnel from the investigations of current homicides. Therefore, the Police Chief is proposing the creation of a part-time classification titled Cold Case Investigator. These part-time investigators would perform a systematic analysis and prioritization of cases potentially containing evidence, which could bring a cold case to a successful conclusion. 550-1