The Kalamazoo Citizen's Public Safety Review and Appeal Board met on December 12, 2023. The meeting included a presentation by Assistant Chief Green on the new police cadet program, which aims to integrate new recruits into the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety. Inspector Chuck Mason provided an update on public safety complaints and their resolutions, highlighting efforts to address rudeness and unprofessionalism. The board also congratulated the K9 unit, specifically Canine Sledge and his handler PSO Max Howman, for receiving the Spike K9 of the Year award. Public comments were invited, though none were received during the meeting.