Title
Consideration of Citizen Petition Related to Creating a Policy of Writing a Public Statement of Compassion
Description
This report provides the City Council with information in response to a citizen petition submitted by Ms. Joanne Scott Woods at the Dec. 5, 2018, Formal City Council meeting regarding consideration of adopting a policy of writing a public statement of compassion, Attachment A.
Report
Summary
The petitioner requests the City Council consider adopting a policy of writing a public statement of compassion for families who wrongfully lose a member during an officer-involved shooting, as determined by a departmental review or a civil lawsuit.
Every situation is unique, and because of that, a policy such as what the petitioner is suggesting would not be practical from a legal standpoint. Staff appreciates Ms. Woods efforts. The Police Department is listening and is working to improve our community.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Police Department.