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 Committee
Focuses on SPD policy, practices, and training related to police interactions with the public.
Members:
- Jen Carl
- Raven Nicole Tyler
- Erica Newman
- Anthony Gaedcke
- Mark Mullens
- Arlecier West
Governance Committee
Oversees internal CPC governance, operations, and leadership matters. CPC Co-Chairs serve as Co-Chairs of the Governance Committee.
Members:
- Joel Merkel
- Arlecier West
- Tascha Johnson
Community Engagement Committee
Supports strategies for outreach, relationship-building, and engagement with communities across Seattle.
Members:
- Joseph Seia
- Ken Nsimbi
- Le’Jayah Washington
- Jeremy Holmes
- Rick Williams
Legislative Workgroup
Supports CPC policy priorities related to state legislation.
Members:
- Joel Merkel
- Tascha Johnson
- Arlecier West
- Le’Jayah Washington
- Raven Nicole Tyler