10/12/2023 - Meeting Materials Racial Equity in Policing Commission Agenda
Racial Equity in Policing Commission
City&County Building
451 South State Street
Cannon Room 335
Regular Meeting
Agenda
Thursday, October 12th,2023
_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 ofspeakers.
This meeting will be hybrid. The Commission Meeting will have a physical location at the City and County
Building in the 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
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
• September 2023
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5. SLCPD Chief Update(-5-10 minutes)
• Chief Brown may provide update to the commission.
6. Follow-Up Discussion on Culturally-Responsive Therapy(-20-30 minutes)
• Wendy Isom and Ashley Cleveland will provide this update to the Commission.
7. Strategic Planning Session(-20-30 minutes)
• This discussion will be led by Equity Manager,Michelle Mooney in order to review
goals and priorities for end of year report.
8. Review Subcommittee Goals&Priorities(5-10 minutes)
a. Training—First Monday of the Month 5:30-6:30pm
b. Policy&Practices—Second Monday of the Month at 4-5pm
c. School Safety—Third Monday of the Month at 4-5pm
d. Mental Health/Sensory Needs—Fourth Monday of the Month 4-5pm
e. Application Review—Meets as needed
9. 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 § 7813-1-137, and for other lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of the
Utah Open and Public Meetings Act.
10. Review Racial Equity in Policing Commission Meetings for 2023:
• Thufsday,january 12, 2023
• T1.,,,-sday,1~'01.ruar„!lam 2023
• Thursday,May 11,2023
• Thursday,June 9, 202-3
• Thz risd4ay July 13,202 Recess
• Ti.,,,-sday,August 1 n, 2rn3 Meeting not held due to quorum
• Thufsday, September- 14,2023
• Thursday, October 12,2023
• Thursday,November 9,2023 —Final Regular Meeting of 2023
CERTIFICATE OF POSTING
On or before 5:30 pm on December 31,2022 the undersigned, duly appointed Equity 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 interest.
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Racial Equity in Policing Commission Agenda
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.
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Racial Equity in Policing Commission
City&County Building
451 South State Street
Cannon Room 335
PENDING Regular Meeting Minutes
Thursday, September 14,2023
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.
Commission Members in Attendance: Commissioner Ulvia Guadarrama, Commissioner Katie Durante,
Commissioner Jason Wessel,Commissioner Nicole Salazar-Hall, Commissioner Darlene McDonald,
Commissioner Julia Summerfield, Commissioner Verona Mauga-Sagato, Commissioner Steve
Anjewierden, Commissioner Olosaa Solovi, Commissioner Luna Banuri
Commission Members Absent: Commissioner Olivia Joylani Kavapalu, Commissioner Tanya Hawkins,
Commissioner Steve Calbert
City Staff in Attendance:
• Michelle Mooney,Equity Manager
• Chief Mike Brown, SLCPD
• Lt.Andrew Cluff, SLCPD
• Jaysen Oldroyd, Senior City Attorney
• Jennifer Newell, Senior Education Advisor
• Damian Choi,Chief Equity Officer
The meeting was called to order at 5:34 PM.
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Public Meeting Guidelines
• Roll Call
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.
o Commissioner Jason Wessel has requested Chief Brown to provide details on the SLCPD
"Gang Unit Bust"tied to gun violence. Chief Brown provided the following details that
included the extensive investigation leading to the warrants served, 8 people arrested,
$350,00 worth of illegal THC cartridges,3,000 cash, several handguns tied to 15
shootings.
o Commissioner Darlene McDonald raised her question on whether the Racial Equity&
Policing will be provided an update from SLCPD on the DEI training.
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.
o No members of the public were present
4. Approve and Adopt Minutes
o June 2023 - Commissioner Nicole Salazar Hall has made a motion to approve and adopt
the minutes. Commissioner Katie Durante has seconded the motion. All in favor. The
motion passed to approve and the June 2023 minutes.
5. SLCPD Chief Update(—20 minutes)
o Chief Brown may provide update to the commission.
o The SLCPD update included the status of the community-based DEI
presentations(trainings); Trainings scheduled to begin January 2024.Also an
update on the Police Civilian Response Team was shared.
6. Annual OPMA Training(—20 minutes)
o Jaysen Oldroyd, Senior City Attorney will provide a refresher on the Open Public
Meetings Act(OPMA) guidelines to the commission.
7. Update on School Safety MOU(—30-40 minutes)
o Jennifer Newell, Senior Education Advisor will provide an update on the status of the
MOU with the Salt Lake City School District and SLCPD regarding School Safety.
o Jennifer Newell provided an overview of the MOU language and the
collaborative efforts the Salt Lake City District and SLCPD will undertake once
MOU is agreed and signed.
■ Commissioner Steve Anjewierden has commended the work of Jennifer
Newell in completing the MOU,as it is a priority for the commission.
o Michelle Mooney has asked the commission to provide written emailed
recommendations for the end of year report. Commissioner Salazar Hall has
commented to add the recommendation for more trainings for School Resource
Officers(SROs).
8. Review Subcommittee Goals&Priorities(5 minutes)
a. Training—First Monday of the Month 5:30-6:30pm
b. Policy&Practices—Second Monday of the Month at 4-5pm
c. School Safety—Third Monday of the Month at 4-5pm
o Michelle Mooney has added the subcommittee continues to meet
regularly as scheduled.
d. Mental Health/Sensory Needs—Fourth Monday of the Month 4-5pm
o Michelle Mooney commented that the commission will meet the month
of September with the guidance of the ADA Coordinator Ashley Lichtle.
e. Application Review—Meets as needed.
9. 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 § 7813-1-137, and for other lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of the
Utah Open and Public Meetings Act.
This item was not held.
10. Review Racial Equity in Policing Commission Meetings for 2023:
* Thursday,januar-y 12, 2023
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e Thursday,May 11, 2023
* Thursd,3, Recess
o rri.,,,-sday,August 10, 2023 Meeting not held due to quorum
* Thufsday, September- 14,2023
o Thursday, October 12,2023
o Thursday,November 9,2023 —Final Regular Meeting of 2023
The meeting adjourned at 6:53 PM.
Minutes approved through consensus: TBD
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 on September 14,2023.
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trigger any decisions on uses of the What does it mean? Next year,the City will be beginning broader
The City will be able to move forward public engagement efforts to gain input on
property or demolition of the the future of the Fleet Block.
with exploring redevelopment on the
buildings. No changes will be seen block that will better serve the
community. What does this mean for the
on the block until further The new zoning will be more flexible murals?
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to preserve the memorialization of their
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Ideal Timeline
— Building at
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Trust
Victim Advocates provide support and victim services to victims of domestic violence
1994 and sexual assaults.
Advocates assist primary and secondary victims with criminal justice advocacy
Provide crisis support to help ensure victims basic human needs are met after a
crime has occurred.
Support with follow up victim services by providing information,referrals,
. , , transportation,removal or mitigation of barriers,individualized safety plans,lethality
assessments,access to victim services,and assistance with other personal needs.
SLC • , Notification of victims'rights and how to ensure those rights are upheld.
2008 Assistance to all survivors of violent crime(not just DV and sexual assaults)
VICTIM Act as a liaison to help the victim navigate the criminal justice system and to work
with law enforcement,prosecutors,courts,probation,corrections,the board of
pardons,and parole.
ADVOCATES
, • . Helping build bridges with community-based victim services,other government
entities,non-profits,community groups,NGOs,and individuals to create victim-
centered responses to crime and to address barriers for underserved survivors.
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PROVIDE ?
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Advocates provide training and education to sworn law enforcement,criminal justice
partners,community members,other victim service providers,school groups,church
groups,etc.
Victim Advocates provide awareness events and conduct outreach to individuals and
communities that may be reluctant to trust police and the criminal justice system.
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2018 Working with the CAG (Citizens Advisory Group) to
build trust, to hear what citizens needed, and to share
what resources were available
Work with NGOs and governmental agencies that
represent marginalized citizens
WHAT DID 2019_ Began having Victim Advocates at family meetings
when sharing body worn camera footage.
2021 Created trauma informed protocols for family
SLCPD ADDmeetings— utilizing experts in trauma and grief to
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additional positions to allow for more proactive work
going forward.
Additional efforts to work with community groups,
NGO's and other partners to build trust with the police
department and over all wellness for citizens
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practitioners, the Art Healing Process
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dispute resolution, and community
October
care in established systems
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The history of SLCPD Victim Advocates
and what policies have been added
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since 2010, 2015, and 2019
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A comprehensive review of Victim Advocate
External Provider Referral Process policy— current
process
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for as a
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process is approved/funded
An exploration of adding Confidentiality and URE-
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new process, with a budget request!
Assist victims/survivors with an application for
the Utah Office for Victims of Crime (UOVC) for
Crime Victim Reparations (CVR) funding
Victim Advocate
External Provider ceorivors who don't qualify for
Victims of crime funding
Referral Process
— current process
Assist victims/survivors who might need
immediate mental health services
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Assist victims/survivors with group therapy or
peer support networks
Victim Advocate
Vet providers through an RFP process to ensure larger ranges of skill
with virtual nationwide optionExternal Provider
Create a low barrier intake process and billing process so that the
Referral Process —
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victims/survivors can quickly access services
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Victims of Crime (UOVC) for Crime Victim Reparations (CVR)funding
Assist victims/survivors who don't qualify for the Utah Office for
Victims of crime funding
Assist victims/survivors who might need immediate mental health
services
Assist victims/survivors with group therapy or peer support networks
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Wendy Isom.
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community building and engagement?
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culturally competent grief counseling for
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DRAFT—Best practices for trauma informed meetings to watch body camera footage of OICI's
Guiding principles/purposes:
• Providing the victim/NOK as much control over the situation as possible
• Attempting to reduce the risk of(re)traumatization for the individuals who are watching the
video
• To receive educated, informed consent when deciding if they want to watch the video
When calling to set up a viewing appointment:
• Suggest setting a therapy appointment for immediately after viewing the video
o Victim Advocate Director or Supervisor can help with funding at this point
• Suggest having a support person ready to help when the viewer gets home
• If possible, consider blocking out a period of self-care after viewing the video
• General warning about traumatic responses to videos—consider sending handouts at this point
Share an understanding of the viewing session/prepare individual for what they might see:
• Length of appointment,guidelines for the viewing session, etc.
• How long the video will run
• Describe what they will see
• Describe sounds they might hear
• How many times will they get to see the video
• Can they pause the video
• Who will be in the room with them
On the day of viewing,greet the victim in the lobby/visitor vestibule/soft room:
• Explain the process today
• Explain where we will be going (to another room to watch)
• Ask how much time they have at the PSB today, or anywhere they need to be
• Ask about any questions they might have
• Prep about how hard video is to watch (happens fast, moving camera,graphic nature, etc.)
Ask if they want to see the video—informed consent:
• Do they want to see it now, or have a few minutes to prepare before watching
• Do they want to see it without sound
• Empower them to decide if they watch it once or multiple times
• Can they control the speed of the video
Educate victims on trauma responses to what they have watched
• Discuss traumatic stress symptoms and physiological responses
• Normalize trauma symptoms
• Frame re-experiencing events
• Read through handout ("what to expect after a traumatic event", "what you can do after a
traumatic event", other items)
Provide survivor services
• Referrals to Caring Connections or other appropriate agencies for complicated grief treatment
• Application for Utah Office for Victims of Crimes (if a qualifying crime victim)
• Short term-therapy option with SLCPD therapists or new Victim Advocate funding options
• Public relations referral for family to navigate possible media requests (outside agency)
• Victims' Rights Attorney (when appropriate)
24-48 hour follow up/check in phone call or visit
• What time and day would be good
• Do you want in person or by phone
• Prefer a text check in
• Confidential (Therapist) or discoverable (Victim Advocate)
If they don't want to watch the video, how to prepare for it to be in the mass media
• Date and time of press conference
• When will video be released to media
• What social media platforms will SLCPD use
• Where can the video be accessed later if they want to watch it (or where to avoid)