Title
Community Policing Board Chair Election 2026
Recommended Action
Move to elect a Community Policing Board Chair and Vice-Chair.
Report
Issue:
Whether to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair to the Community Policing Board.
Staff Contact:
Margo Morales, Community Engagement Program Specialist, Office of Organizational Development and Performance, 360.753.8150
Presenter(s):
Margo Morales, Community Engagement Program Specialist
Background and Analysis:
City advisory boards are represented by a chairperson, elected by their respective groups, that facilitates meetings of their board and act as a representative of the group to City Council.
The Community Policing Board is a newly established advisory board and does not yet have a chair or vice chair elected. At their November 6, 2025 regular meeting the Board agreed to postpone elections until their first 2026 regular meeting, since two board members were not in attendance. Staff will reintroduce the role and responsibilities of serving as chair and vice chair and discuss term limits for each position to support the board in the election process.
Climate Analysis:
This is not expected to have an impact on greenhouse gas emissions.
Equity Analysis:
Having a chair and vice-chair will allow the Board to function effectively and efficiently, ensure that all members are able to contribute their diversity of experiences and perspectives to the work of the Board.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
There is a strong community interest in the work of the Community Policing Board. Ensuring that the board has a chair and vice-chair to facilitate meetings and represent the Board to Council will ensure that the board is effective as community representatives and fulfilling its purpose.
Options:
1) Elect a Chair and Vice-Chair
2) Elect a Chair and Vice-Chair at another time.
Financial Impact:
No known financial impacts created by electing a chair and vice-chair.
Attachments:
None