Diana Ockomon

The Commission discussed departmental training, particularly regarding promotional testing and critical incident response. The meeting included the election of officers and the selection of the fifth board member. Promotional actions were taken, specifically promoting two officers to the rank of Sergeant. There was also a discussion regarding the legal composition of the board, with plans to obtain a legal opinion to clarify procedures for including retired police officers, ensuring future continuity and adherence to regulations.

The Commission discussed amending its merit system ordinance to modernize criteria for merit commissioners, specifically regarding the eligibility of retired police officers and removing outdated requirements to facilitate recruitment. The board approved the promotion of an officer to the position of Interim Sergeant. Additionally, the Commission finalized the 2026 promotional testing process for Sergeants and Lieutenants, approving the use of specific high-liability policy questions and confirming the testing procedures.

The commission received an update regarding an ordinance currently under mayoral review, awaiting further instruction from the City Attorney. The board confirmed that operational processes are functioning as intended.

The commission discussed the ongoing legal review regarding occupational requirements for board positions. A new administrative procedure was introduced to maintain a comprehensive record of permanent supervisors and Tech Status members. Furthermore, the commission approved the commencement of the upcoming promotion process for sergeants and lieutenants, including the authorization to engage external services for written testing and merit interviews.

The scheduled board meeting for the Board of Public Works has been cancelled.