Title
March 2022 Officer Involved Shooting Community Representative Debrief
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Briefing only; no action requested.
City Manager Recommendation:
Briefing only; no action requested
Report
Issue:
Whether to debrief and discuss the Use of Force Review Board process and the role of the community representative.
Staff Contact:
Rich Allen, Chief, Olympia Police Department, 360.753.8147
Presenter(s):
Rich Allen, Chief, Olympia Police Department
Dan Smith, Lieutenant, Olympia Police Department
Reiko Callner, Use of Force Review Board Community Representative
Anna Held, Use of Force Review Board Community Representative
Garrett Cooper, Use of Force Review Board Community Representative
Background and Analysis:
The Olympia Police Department objectively evaluates the use of force by its members to ensure that their authority is used lawfully, appropriately and is consistent with training and policy. The Department utilizes a Use of Force Review Board to investigate and review circumstances surrounding every intentional discharge of a firearm, excluding training, recreational use or dispatching injured animals with sergeant approval. This seven-member review board is composed of internal and external law enforcement professionals and a community representative.
As part of the briefing there will be an overview of the critical incident that occurred in March 2022, review the Department's internal review process, and explain the community member's role on the review board.
The Community Representatives that serve on the Use of Force Review Board will discuss their experience regarding the processing and work related to Board.
Climate Analysis:
This topic is not expected to have an impact on greenhouse gas emissions.
Equity Analysis:
This briefing is not expected to have an impact on equity issues.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The community has an expectation of police transparency and accountability....
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