City of Kalamazoo - December 9, 2025 Citizen Public Safety Review and Appeals Board Meeting

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The board reviewed updates from the Office of Professional Standards, including a briefing on crime statistics, which revealed a decrease in both violent and property crimes. The meeting also highlighted community engagement activities such as the 'Shop with a Senior' and 'Shop with a Hero' events, aimed at fostering positive relationships between the police and the community. Furthermore, the board discussed the ongoing recruitment process for new officers, including the final interviews and conditional offers extended to candidates. The meeting provided an opportunity for board members to express appreciation for the dedication and service of the board, and to discuss strategies for improving police-community relations, particularly in addressing concerns related to racial demographics in police interactions.

Chapters

Roll Call (00:09:52)
Attendance of board members was confirmed, noting absences and presence of members.

Jason Allen was excused, Christopher Caldwell was absent, and others were marked present. This confirmed the attendance of necessary board members for the meeting.
Welcome and Meeting Procedures (00:10:24)
Welcome message and procedures for public comments were outlined.

The chair welcomed attendees both in-person and online, and explained the process for public comments, including phone participation.
Approval of Minutes (00:11:00)
Minutes were adopted after a minor correction regarding a name spelling.

A motion was made to adopt the minutes with a noted correction on the spelling of Jason Allen's name. The minutes were then adopted unanimously.
Office of Professional Standards Report (00:11:45)
Introduction to the report from the Office of Professional Standards.

The board was informed that Inspector Mason would present updates on PCR numbers and other relevant statistics later in the meeting.
Public Safety Community Activities (00:13:07)
Overview of recent public safety activities and upcoming events.

The chief discussed community activities like 'Shop with a Senior' and 'Shop with a Hero', which foster community relationships through events involving seniors and youth with local officers.
Hiring Process Update (00:14:27)
Update on hiring process and conditional offers made to candidates.

The hiring process resulted in 6 conditional offers after final interviews. Offers are pending medical, drug, and psychological tests, with new hires starting in January.
Inspector's Crime Stats and PCR Report (00:15:34)
Crime statistics and PCR report were presented with a focus on improvements.

Inspector Mason presented the current crime statistics showing a decrease in both violent and property crimes. The PCR report showed progress in closing past complaints.
Board Member Comments (00:23:26)
Board members expressed gratitude and reflected on their service.

Board members thanked each other for their dedication and thoroughness in reviewing materials and making recommendations, wishing everyone a happy holiday season.
Public Comments (00:24:27)
Opportunity for public comments, but no comments were made.

The floor was opened for public comments, both in-person and via phone, but no comments were submitted during the meeting.
Adjournment (00:25:48)
The meeting was officially adjourned after a motion and second.

A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, and with no opposition, the meeting was adjourned.

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