The board discussed a lingering problem of officers failing to turn on their body-worn camaras when required. And Commissioner Jesus Hernandez was honored for his years serving on the board. His 5-year appointment concludes this month.
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The primary agenda item, according to the website is the
DPD Budget Report.
Meeting called to order 3:01pm by Chair Daryl Woods.
-Eric Blunt giving invocation. “We ask that peace and transparency reign”
Public comment now (as they wait for a quorum).
Vendor keeps getting tickets for not having a license. Says he does have a license. Couldn’t get his confiscated merchandise back because he supposedly agreed to plea bargain.
Response: His property is at 3rd Precinct and he should receive it back.
Roll call:
Present: Woods, Banks, Bell, Burton, Hernandez, Dewaelsche
Moore-Excused, Carter-excused.
Quorum reached.