Workgroups
The Community Police Commission (CPC) workgroups discuss issues, develop positions, and prepare draft reports and recommendations for review and adoption by the full CPC. Workgroups are convened and suspended depending on current CPC activities.
Active CPC Workgroups
Police Practices
The Police Practices Workgroup examines SPD policy, practices, and training related to police interactions with the public. Specifically, it monitors, assess, and make recommendations, as appropriate, based on diverse and representative community perspectives, available data, and best practices.
Members:
- Tascha Johnson
- Raven Nicole Tyler
- Philip Sanchez
- Le’Jayah Washington
- Mark Mullens
Behavioral Health Workgroup
The Behavioral Health Workgroup examines SPD policy, practices, and training related to community members in crisis. Specifically, it monitors, assess, and make recommendations, as appropriate, based on diverse and representative community perspectives, available data, and best practices.
Members:
- Erica Newman
- Lynne Wilson
- Lars Erickson
- Anthony Gaedcke
Complainant Appeal Workgroup
The Complainant Appeal Workgroup is governed by Res 31753, which provides that the CPC will lead stakeholders in assessing the need for and developing a complainant appeal process that is consistent with employee due process rights, and provide any recommendations adopted by the stakeholder group to the Council for consideration.
Members:
- Adrien Leavitt
State Legislative Affairs Workgroup
Members:
- Suzette Dickerson
- Joel Merkel