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A good investigator will always try and prove an officer acted appropriately. If they are unable to do so, then the complaint is solid. The second investigator determines which if any violations of policy occurred. That investigator then contacts the involved officer and advises him or her of the nature of the complaint. The officer then has the opportunity to view the investigation, and contact union representation. A subsequent interview should take place within 48 hours. Currently, situations occur where the investigator is also the adjudicator. · Any complaint against an officer should be investigated quickly and thoroughly. It is unfair to both the involved officer and the complaining citizen that the investigation could take months. Outside a criminal complaint, it's reasonable that an investigation be completed within 30 days, barring any objective rationale that may delay its completion. · The City of Eugene ItRRS department has often times been involved from the very beginning of an internal investigation. I have found in my twelve or so years on the Executive Board, that this is the most fi-ustrating part of the process. 9~q'~en the decision to discipline has been made, the Chief of Police should be able to contact HRRS who can provide information to assist the Chief in making his final decision. Once in receipt of that information, the Chief makes his decision based on what he believes to be fair and appropriate discipline. I encourage the Conunission to take the time necessary to accomplish this daunting task, however long that is. The changes already put in place by Chief Lehner will get us through to that end. Thank you for your time and consideration. ~m d - President Eugene Police Employees' Association