Direct police chief to evaluate mutual aid requests for civil unrest response

Police & Community SafetyGovernance

In Plain English

The city currently sends officers to help other cities during protests and civil unrest when requested. This policy gives the police chief authority to decline these requests based on local needs and circumstances. If approved, the chief evaluates each request rather than automatically responding.

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Votes

Adopt Resolution No. 3-12

Moved by: Councilmember RittermanSeconded by: Mayor McLaughlin
Passed

5 to 2

Jovanka BecklesAye
Tom ButtAye
Jeff RittermanAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Nat BatesNay
Corky BoozéNay
Vice Mayor RogersAye