Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Mabrey E. Simpson’s organization
Aug 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability Special Public Meeting
The meeting focused on the selection of a search firm to assist in finding a new superintendent for the Chicago Police Department. The commission reviewed the search process and subsequently voted to appoint Ralph Anderson and Associates as the search firm. Additionally, the agenda included public comments regarding desired qualities for the new superintendent and commission conduct, as well as an overview of upcoming community listening sessions.
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Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability Listening Session
The meeting served as a listening session for the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability regarding the search for the next Chicago Police Department Superintendent. Participants provided input on desired leadership qualities, including integrity, mental health training, and a commitment to transparency. Key topics of concern raised by the public included ongoing debates about CPD-ICE collaboration, the ethical implications of surveillance technology such as automated license plate readers, and the necessity for greater accountability regarding police misconduct and budget management.
Jul 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability Public Meeting
The commission held a public meeting to discuss several key topics, including police reform, recruitment diversity, and community safety. Public comments addressed concerns regarding the collaboration between local police and federal immigration authorities, specifically highlighting issues with pretextual traffic stops and their impact on diverse communities. Discussions also involved the police superintendent search process, the transparency of commission operations, and allegations regarding the removal of members from working groups. The new business agenda included the authorization of a series of future closed meetings.
Jul 1, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Woodlawn Working Group Working Group Session
The session focused on the implementation of the Woodlawn housing preservation ordinance and strategies for preserving affordability and housing stability within the community. Key discussion topics included the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA), specifically its purpose, legal exceptions, and the procedural mechanics for tenants to exercise their right of first refusal when properties are listed for sale. Additionally, the meeting covered resources like the Homegrown purchase assistance program and addressed themes of market reality, transparency, and barriers to housing project completion.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
