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Home My WebLink About03/13/2025 - Meeting MaterialsRacial Equity in Policing Commission Agenda 1 Racial Equity in Policing Commission City & County Building 451 South State Street Cannon Room #335 Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, March 13, 2025 5:30 p.m. This meeting is a discussion among Commissioners and select presenters. The public is welcome. Items scheduled may be moved or discussed during a different portion of the meeting based on circumstances or availability of speakers. This meeting will be hybrid. The Commission Meeting will have a physical location at the City and County Building (Cannon Room #335) and members of the public may provide public comment in-person. Commissioners and presenters may join or participate either in-person or through electronic means. You may also watch a recording of the meeting on the SLC REP Commission Meeting YouTube Channel. 1. Welcome and Public Meeting Guidelines • Roll Call • Upcoming Vacancies – Open for Residents to Apply! 2. Open Dialogue (~5 minutes) During this portion of the meeting, Commissioners may raise topics and discuss current events that may impact or influence the Commission’s overall work, discussions, and deliberations to provide recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Salt Lake City Police Department’s policies, budget, and culture. No action will be taken during this section of the meeting. Matters discussed during this section of the meeting may be scheduled on a subsequent agenda for follow- up. 3. Public Comment (limited to 15 minutes) ● Attendees may be provided one or two minutes of time, determined by the number of attendees and the time available determined by the Commission. Please observe the time limit stated at the beginning of the public comment period so everyone may have a chance to speak. ● Per the public meeting guidelines, keep comments free of discriminatory language referring to a person or group based on their religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, color, descent, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or other gender identity factor. Items or comments that disrupt the meeting, intimidate other participants or that may cause safety concerns are not allowed. 4. Approve and Adopt Minutes • January 2025 5. SLCPD Chief Update (~30 minutes) • Chief Redd or selected SLCPD representative may provide an update to the Commission on the following items: o Introduction of New Police Chief to Commission Racial Equity in Policing Commission Agenda 2 o Police Explorers Program – May hear from explorers in attendance o Update on Recent/Ongoing Community Engagement Initiatives 6. Other Items (~30 minutes) • Review Subcommittee Survey • Discuss Possible Retreat Options • Recent and Upcoming Events for Commission Support 7. TENTATIVE Closed Session The Commission will consider a motion to enter into a Closed Session. A closed meeting described under Section 52-4-205 may be held for specific purposes including, but not limited to: a. discussion of the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual; b. strategy sessions to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation; c. discussion regarding deployment of security personnel, devices, or systems; and d. investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct. A closed meeting may also be held for attorney-client matters that are privileged pursuant to Utah Code § 78B-1-137, and for other lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act. 8. Review Racial Equity in Policing Commission Meetings for 2025: • Thursday, January 9, 2025 • Thursday, March 13, 2025 • Thursday, May 8, 2025 • Thursday, July 10, 2025 • Thursday, September 11, 2025 • Thursday, November 13, 2025 – Final Regular Meeting of 2025 CERTIFICATE OF POSTING The undersigned, duly appointed Impact Manager, does hereby certify that the above notice and agenda was (1) posted on the Utah Public Notice Website created under Utah Code Section 63F-1-701, and (2) a copy of the foregoing provided to The Salt Lake Tribune and/or the Deseret News and to a local media correspondent and any others who have indicated interests. MICHELLE MOONEY SALT LAKE CITY MAYOR’S OFFICE Final action may be taken in relation to any topic listed on the agenda. People with disabilities may make requests for reasonable accommodation, which may include alternate formats, interpreters, and other auxiliary aids and services. Please make requests at least two business days in advance. To make a request, please contact City staff at REPCommission@slcgov.com or 385-707-6514 or relay service 711. Racial Equity in Policing Commission Agenda 3 Racial Equity in Policing Commission City & County Building 451 South State Street Cannon Room #335 PENDING Regular Meeting Minutes Thursday, January 9, 2025 5:30 p.m. The Racial Equity in Policing Commission met in an electronic and in-person meeting. Minutes are provided in conjunction with the video/audio file. You may also watch a recording of the meeting on the SLC REP Commission Meeting YouTube Channel. Commissioner Tanya Hawkins, Commissioner Lisia Satini, Commissioner Chloe Raymundo, Commissioner Jason Wessel, Commissioner Ulvia Guadarrama, Commissioner DeTria Taylor, Commissioner Julia Summerfield, Commissioner Olivia Joylani Kavapalu, Commissioner Jason Hinojosa, Commissioner Diya Oomen, Commissioner Katie Durante, Commissioner Steven Calbert, Commissioner Alex Vandiver, Commissioner Rodrigo Fernandez-Esquivias Commission Members in Attendance: Commissioner Lisia Satini, Commissioner Chloe Raymundo, Commissioner Jason Wessel, Commissioner Ulvia Guadarrama, Commissioner DeTria Taylor, Commissioner Olivia Joylani Kavapalu, Commissioner Jason Hinojosa, Commissioner Diya Oomen, Commissioner Katie Durante Commission Members Absent: Commissioner Tanya Hawkins, , Commissioner Julia Summerfield, Commissioner Katie Durante, Commissioner Steven Calbert, Commissioner Alex Vandiver, Commissioner Rodrigo Fernandez- Esquivias City Staff in Attendance: • Michelle Mooney, Impact Manager • Maria Romero, Executive Assistant • Damian Choi, Chief Impact Officer • Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff • Chief Mike Brown, SLCPD • Lt. Jared Gilbert, SLCPD • Elle Smith, SLCPD Guests from the Public in Attendance: None The meeting was called to order at 5: 36___PM. AGENDA 1. Welcome and Public Meeting Guidelines • Roll Call • Upcoming Vacancies – Open for Residents to Apply! 2. Open Dialogue (~5 minutes) During this portion of the meeting, Commissioners may raise topics and discuss current events that may impact or influence the Commission’s overall work, discussions, and deliberations to provide recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Salt Lake City Police Department’s policies, budget, and culture. No action will be taken during this section of the meeting. Matters discussed during this section of the meeting may be scheduled on a subsequent agenda for follow-up. Item not held. 3. Public Comment (limited to 15 minutes) ● Attendees may be provided one or two minutes of time, determined by the number of attendees and the time available determined by the Commission. Please observe the time limit stated at the beginning of the public comment period so everyone may have a chance to speak. ● Per the public meeting guidelines, keep comments free of discriminatory language referring to a person or group based on their religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, color, descent, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or other gender identity factor. Items or comments that disrupt the meeting, intimidate other participants or that may cause safety concerns are not allowed. Item not held due to no guests from the public in attendance. 4. Approve and Adopt Minutes • November 2024 - A motion to approve and adopt the November 2024 meeting minutes for the Racial Equity and Policing Commission was made by Commissioner Katie Durante. The motion was seconded by Lisia Satini. The vote passed unanimously from the commissioners present to approve and adopt minutes from the November 2024 commission meeting. 5. Public Safety Plan Discussion (~ 45 minutes) • Chief of Staff, Rachel Otto addressed the Commission and solicited feedback and input on the Salt Lake City Public Safety Strategic Plan requested by Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, House Speaker Mike Schultz, Representative Hooper, and Senate President Stuart Adams. o Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff asked Commissioners the following question “What Specific Actions or strategies do you believe Salt Lake City should be taking on to address Public Safety and homelessness issues in public spaces like parks and sidewalks?” § Commissioner Katie Durante and Commissioner Jason Hinojosa asked a question of the panel that included Chief of Police Mike Brown, Lieutenant Jared Gilbert, and Andrew Johnston Director of Homeless Policy and Outreach. § Commissioner DeTria Taylor provided information about her experience of living in Downtown Salt Lake City, Commissioner Detria Taylor commended the work of Salt Lake City in addressing shelter needs. § Commissioner Katie Durante commented on the lack of street lighting on 200 West. § Commissioner Gloria Mensahcommented on the need for policing the Downtown Salt Lake City Public Library. 6. SLCPD Chief Update This item will not be held this month as the discussion on the Public Safety Plan will coincide with current updates from the department. 7. Other Items (~30 minutes) • Elect 2025-2026 Commission Chair and Vice Chair o Commissioner Detria Taylor self-nominated for Commissioner Chair for the Racial Equity & Policing Commission. Commissioner Chloe Raymundo self-nominated for Vice Chair for the Racial Equity and Policing Commission. The Commission voted to approve and support the 2025-26 Chair and Vice Chair. The vote passed unanimously from the commissioners present. • Michelle Mooney, Impact Manager discusses the end-of-year report. o Commissioner Diya Oommen and Commissioner Lisia Satini further discuss commission priorities. 8. TENTATIVE Closed Session The Commission will consider a motion to enter into a Closed Session. A closed meeting described under Section 52-4-205 may be held for specific purposes including, but not limited to: a. discussion of the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual; b. strategy sessions to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation; c. discussion regarding deployment of security personnel, devices, or systems; and d. investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct. A closed meeting may also be held for attorney-client matters that are privileged pursuant to Utah Code § 78B-1-137, and for other lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act. Item not held 9. Review Racial Equity in Policing Commission Meetings for 2025: • Thursday, January 9, 2025 • Thursday, March 13, 2025 • Thursday, May 8, 2025 • Thursday, July 10, 2025 • Thursday, September 11, 2025 • Thursday, November 13, 2025 – Final Regular Meeting of 2025 MICHELLE MOONEY SALT LAKE CITY MAYOR’S OFFICE This document is not intended to serve as a full transcript as additional discussion may have been held; please refer to the audio or video for entire content pursuant to Utah Code 52-4-203(2)(b). This document along with the digital recording constitute the official minutes of the Racial Equity in Policing Commission Regular Meeting January 9, 2025. Commissioner _Katie Durante_____ and Commissioner __Lisia Satini_____ made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:_37___ PM. Minutes approved through consensus: TBD