Item A: Police Commission Report and FY11 Work Plan

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Eugene Police Commission FY11 Work Plan Decrease misunderstandings regarding the nature of adopted police policies, OUTCOME 3. practices and approaches. In FY11, the Police Commission will: Present the results of the commission’s analyses and recommendations to the community, using news releases, the commission’s web site, social networking sites like Twitter, status reports to City Council, distribution of reports to stakeholders and participants, and other mechanisms as appropriate. Respond to emerging issues by scheduling topic-specific work sessions and requesting information updates from staff. Network with other City of Eugene boards and commissions to increase collaboration and information sharing on topics of mutual interest. Attend EPD-sponsored events and participate in the Ride-Along program to discuss the impact of policy changes on officers. Provide input on police policies that reflect community values. OUTCOME 4. In FY11, the Police Commission will: Assist the police department in a comprehensive review and update of its policy manual to a Leixpol format. All policy reviews will be screened by the Policy Screening and Review Committee (except those assigned to the Use of Force Committee). Policies of significant community interest will be more thoroughly vetted in a public meeting setting. Monitor the application of policies that were previously recommended to the department by the commission and schedule periodic reviews of policies when necessary. Assist the City Council in balancing community priorities and resources OUTCOME 5. by advising it on police resource issues. In FY11, the Police Commission will: Assess community concerns on resource issues through the Committee on EPD Resources & Public Outreach. Use the findings developed through committee work to make recommendations on programs and training within the department. As outlined above, the tasks proposed for this year’s work plan are clearly aligned with the Police Commission’s role and objectives as described in its ordinance. The commission has continued to be forward-thinking in crafting its work plans while responding to issues of local interest. The Police Commission FY11 Work Plan - 7 -