Take Action
The CPC needs your help to create a safer community and a police department more connected and responsive to the community and its expectations.
Attend a CPC meeting
Come see the CPC at work. Meetings are currently held the first and third Wednesday of each month. Click here for CPC meeting times, minutes, and agendas. To send your thoughts or comments, please email us at OCPC@Seattle.gov.
Become a CPC commissioner
Commissioners with strong ties with community are what make the CPC what it is. Click here to find out more about commissioner responsibilities, application process, and qualifications. Stipends are available for those who face an economic barrier to serving on the Commission.
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