Howard County Police Citizens' Advisory Council Monthly Member Meeting
The council received a presentation regarding the Howard County Police Department's newly launched Real-Time Information Center. Key topics included the center's role in providing live situational awareness and intelligence, its technical capabilities involving surveillance and data analysis, and the details of the county's financial investment in the center's ongoing operations.
Jul 30, 2026·Board meeting
Howard County Disability Inclusion, Safety and Crisis Response Task Force Meeting Minutes
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The task force met to discuss its charge regarding disability inclusion, safety, and crisis response. The agenda included member introductions, a community engagement discussion focused on gathering public input and ensuring safety, and presentations regarding police training practices for working with individuals with Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Additionally, the Local Behavioral Health Authority presented on a 911/988 collaboration and transfer protocols. The group also discussed the importance of trauma-informed approaches and future recommendations for the Howard County Executive.
Jul 30, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Howard County Disability Inclusion, Safety And Crisis Response Task Force Task Force Session
The session focused on establishing the task force's framework and goals regarding disability inclusion and crisis response. Key discussion topics included the SOAR-T framework, review of existing crisis response systems, and current training protocols for law enforcement, such as Mental Health First Aid, ICAT, and CIT training. The session also examined collaboration between 911 and 988 services, identification of systemic gaps, and strategies for improving community input and data transparency. Future steps involve focusing on actionable recommendations for policy improvements and training objectives.
Jul 15, 2026·Board meeting
Howard County Police Department Citizens' Advisory Council Monthly Member Meeting Minutes
The meeting featured a report from the Police Chief regarding his initial month in office, highlighting his focus on community policing and outreach. Additionally, the committee received an in-depth presentation concerning the implementation and use of Body Worn Cameras by department personnel, followed by a discussion on community engagement efforts such as the 'Coffee with a Cop' initiative.