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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T083000
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Prepares for Statewide Complaint Portal Launch March 1 \nThe Commission announced it will open its complaint and incident reporting portal statewide on March 1\, following a soft launch with selected law enforcement agencies in February. The portal marks a major milestone in enhancing communication and data exchange between POST and law enforcement agencies (LEAs). Training will begin shortly\, and POST will soon announce a new requirement for agencies to submit complaints through the LEA portal. \nTo support the launch\, POST will upload data collected between February 1\, 2023\, and March 1\, 2024\, into the system for agency review and updates. Once validated\, the records will appear in POST’s public database. Agencies may raise objections to data publication under 555 CMR 8.08\, which outlines the review process involving the Executive Director\, Commission Chair\, and full Commission. \nIn a financial update\, POST reported that 44% of its second-quarter FY25 budget has been committed\, and it expects the Governor’s FY25 budget proposal on January 24. \nThe Division of Standards reported a robust caseload for FY24\, with 561 public complaints and 350 agency-reported complaints received so far. POST currently averages 20–25 new complaints per week and is reviewing 26 preliminary inquiries. \nThe Commission concluded the meeting with a performance evaluation of the Executive Director\, noting that objectives were met and the evaluation was positive. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/mZoCuGgLOmg?si=ASiAZv2grGmbYcId
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240514T175027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T181721Z
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SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Summary:  \nThe POST Commission held the first meeting of its newly established Certification Subcommittee\, which was formed to advise on key certification policy matters—particularly the second round of certification for previously certified officers. All recommendations from the Subcommittee are submitted to the full Commission for final decision. \nExecutive Director Enrique Zuniga introduced the Subcommittee members: Commissioners Hanya Bluestone\, Larry Calderone (designated as Chair)\, and Marsha Kazarosian\, along with General Counsel Ravitz\, Certification Director Steve Smith\, and Outside Counsel Lon F. Povich. The meeting included a discussion on the Subcommittee’s purpose and initial policy questions.\n \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-hearing-3/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/YYE3HxZS_Nk?si=29RqSz4kyJnEaCz_
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240514T174440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T181842Z
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Clarifies Disciplinary Reporting Requirements Ahead of LEA Portal Expansion \nThe POST Commission is preparing for the full rollout of its LEA portal on March 5\, which will give all law enforcement agencies statewide access to submit disciplinary records and reports. At a recent meeting\, POST reviewed upcoming reporting deadlines\, addressed ongoing questions about reporting requirements\, and emphasized the need for consistent data submissions. \nPOST reminded agencies of the 90-day requirement to complete internal affairs investigations or request an extension. The Commission also clarified that all allegations involving excessive force\, bias\, and officer-involved shootings must be reported\, as well as any allegations that result in discipline. The only exception applies to minor matters under the “unprofessionalism” category\, which agencies are not required to report. \nThe timeline for reporting\, definitions of complaint types\, and the scope of reportable conduct were discussed in detail. POST continues to work on improving data consistency and will release disciplinary records through the LEA portal beginning in February. \nIn support of greater transparency\, POST is also updating its website. The current POST website continues to provide guidance and resources for reporting as the agency transitions to its upgraded systems. Communications staff are leading the redesign effort\, with a launch targeted for August 2024. Requests for responses (RFRs) from web design vendors are due Feb.16. \nMeanwhile\, the Governor’s FY25 budget proposes $8.75 million for POST—4% less than anticipated. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/f88i40e2yh4?si=XKlcsbWWR0b30z6T
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240514T173045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T181904Z
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SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting summary:  \nThe Subcommittee approved the minutes from the February 1\, 2024 meeting. Members discussed a draft plan for officer recertification\, considered a proposal to recertify academy graduates\, and reviewed potential criteria for recertification. A presentation was given by the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC)\, followed by stakeholder and public comment. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording February 27\, 2024
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-hearing-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/EzDyOL0S9hI?si=d-xHgrnFEIMjxQWI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240514T165841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T172320Z
UID:10000009-1711009800-1711017000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Launches LEA Portal Statewide\, Prepares for Disciplinary Record Release \nThe Commission has officially launched its Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) portal\, a new system for submitting disciplinary reports. As of March 4\, all agencies across the state have access to the portal. The Executive Director reported that POST has held five training sessions\, reaching 250 attendees\, and added a dedicated section on its website with reporting requirements\, key dates\, resources\, and training videos. \nThe first public release of records submitted through the portal—covering incidents reported after January 31\, 2023—is scheduled for May 1. \nIn a related update\, POST’s Finance team testified before the Joint Ways and Means Committee on March 19 in support of the Governor’s proposed $8.7 million FY25 budget appropriation. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/N6_HxVT-vFI?si=WPq1GWr83GWiErGY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240514T163617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T181213Z
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SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Summary: The Subcommittee approved the minutes from the February 27\, 2024 meeting and reviewed a draft plan for officer recertification. Members discussed a proposal to recertify recent academy graduates and considered potential criteria to guide the recertification process. The meeting also included public comment. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording April 11\, 2024
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOvnJCS47e8&feature=youtu.be
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240514T163200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174228Z
UID:10000006-1713429000-1713436200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Prepares to Certify Final Group of Officers\, Releases Annual Report \nThe POST Commission announced that certification for officers with last names Q–Z will expire on June 30\, 2024\, marking the final group of officers to be certified for the first time under the statutory mandate. The LEA portal is expected to open on May 1 to collect required documentation\, and agencies must submit all information or request an extension by the June 30 deadline. POST has scheduled training sessions to support the process. \nThe Commission also provided an overview of its 2024 annual report. \nIn other business\, POST held a hearing in the matter of Gregg Bigda (Case #23-002-C / ED22-001-C). Attorneys for both Bigda and the Commission presented 15 minutes of oral argument followed by rebuttals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/_jTBnajf6mo?si=QNGQvA2NCG9JM5R8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240522T155327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182036Z
UID:10000061-1716366600-1716373800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Advances Officer Recertification\, Approves New Regulations and Certification Timeline \nThe POST Commission reported continued progress on officer recertification efforts\, with the certification portal opening on May 1\, 2024\, for officers with last names Q–Z. The certification team is processing submissions ahead of the June 30 deadline. \nThe Division of Standards is focused on the “catch-up” project—verifying complete disciplinary records between January 31\, 2023\, and March 5\, 2024. Agencies have been asked to review and close out any open complaints to support this effort. \nIn a financial update\, the House concluded its FY25 budget debate on April 26\, maintaining POST’s $8.75 million appropriation. However\, the Senate’s proposed budget includes a $90\,000 reduction\, lowering the appropriation to $8.66 million. \nThe Commission voted to approve draft regulations under 555 CMR 12.00\, which cover the maintenance\, reporting\, and auditing of law enforcement records and information. The approval moves the draft into the formal promulgation process. \nThe subcommittee on certification also proposed a new timeline for officer recertification—three years plus the officer’s birthday—to help evenly distribute agency workload and provide a consistent reminder for officers. The Commission voted to approve and ratify the updated schedule. \n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF)\n\nMeeting recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/VMovv1i4Rbg?si=uWD7E0lt7D201Rw0
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240523T162720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182142Z
UID:10000062-1716458400-1716467400@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Summary:  \nThe Subcommittee approved the minutes from the April 11\, 2024 meeting and continued its review of the draft plan for officer recertification. Members discussed proposed criteria to guide the recertification process\, followed by a public comment period. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-hearing-4/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/x1uHDqVqfLU?si=aR8flsQ15TebXmtK
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240617T132005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T184426Z
UID:10000091-1718872200-1718883000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Commission Introduces Plans for Mandatory Agency Certification\, Announces Changes to the Disciplinary Records database\, Honors Outgoing Member\, Prepares for Certification Deadline \nThe POST Commission recognized Commissioner Larry Ellison with a certificate of appreciation for his service. Commissioners thanked Ellison for his contributions and welcomed his successor\, Commissioner Eddy Chrispin\, appointed by the Attorney General. \nExecutive Director Enrique Zuniga reported that the June 30 certification deadline is quickly approaching. POST is actively contacting departments that have not submitted certification information and plans to publish the names of non-compliant agencies. \nPOST continues making progress on the disciplinary records catch-up project. Starting July 1\, certain records will be removed from the public database under 555 CMR 8.06(4)(b)(13)\, which excludes records of former officers who were certified more than three years ago\, unless the officer was decertified. In addition\, the July 2024 disciplinary records database will include POST-imposed discipline\, such as decertifications\, which were previously listed only in the “Decisions and Orders” section of the website. \nOn the financial front\, the FY25 budget remains in the Conference Committee phase\, with the House recommending $8.75 million and the Senate proposing $8.66 million. The final budget awaits the committee’s report\, followed by a legislative vote and review by the Governor. Commissioners also received a staffing diversity update. Commissioner Luma suggested analyzing staff-only metrics—excluding appointed Commissioners—for a clearer view of hiring diversity. \nThe legal team presented options for implementing law enforcement agency (LEA) certification. Commissioners discussed expanding beyond the eight statutory requirements and supported an incremental rollout. They raised questions about staffing and funding to support implementation. Unlike other states that offer voluntary certification\, Massachusetts aims to become the first with a mandatory agency certification program. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording \n 
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-june-20-2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/1W0rWcYZhh0?si=UfGgaeio_N2McaoN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240716T160131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T194441Z
UID:10000095-1721291400-1721302200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Commission Marks Bridge Academy Completion\, Welcomes New Members\, and Advances Agency Certification Initiative \nAt its latest meeting\, the POST Commission welcomed two new members\, Commissioner Eddy Chrispin and Commissioner Clyde Talley. \nThe Commission marked the official conclusion of the Bridge Academy on June 30\, 2024—an important milestone in implementing the police reform law (Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2020). The Academy\, a one-time\, no-cost initiative created by EOPSS and MPTC\, provided 200 hours of training and a 2\,400-hour work requirement for reserve and part-time officers who lacked the full 800-hour training. Of the 3\,500 eligible officers\, 1\,400 completed the program\, leaving 51% uncertified. \nPOST also reported that nearly all agencies have submitted recertification applications for officers with last names Q–Z by the June 30 deadline. One agency requested and received an extension. \nCommissioners reviewed a new flowchart outlining how POST interacts with law enforcement agencies in the complaint process—from submission to review and closure. \nThe Commission shared updated data on its disciplinary records catch-up project. Between January 31\, 2023\, and March 5\, 2024\, POST received 590 complaints. A subset of 489 complaints will soon be published; the rest remain pending disciplinary outcomes. Additionally\, the July database will include records of 205 individuals who were never certified\, including those who resigned\, are on leave\, or were terminated. These records will remain public for five years after separation. \nPOST staff gave a live demonstration of the new website\, www.mapostcommission.gov\, highlighting real-time updates\, improved search capabilities\, and expanded functionality. Commissioners responded positively and recommended reviewing the site’s photos to ensure diversity and clarity in its purpose for both law enforcement and the public. \nThe Legal team presented updates on the LEA certification initiative\, reviewed stakeholder feedback\, and outlined the next steps in response to Commissioner input. The public comment period remains open through August 9. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-july-18-2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/M4Nt0Fstb7Q?si=ZRaZkIB4FMFKT216
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240723T121054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182413Z
UID:10000098-1721901600-1721908800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting summary:  \nThe Subcommittee reviewed a proposed revised set of recertification regulations under 555 CMR 7.00. Discussions included a proposal to require completion of in-service training as an additional certification condition\, and clarification of the statutory standard that officers must be “of good moral character and fit for employment in law enforcement.” The meeting also addressed a memo and proposed survey focused on assessing officers’ physical and psychological fitness. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-meeting/
LOCATION:POST Commission\, 84 State Street\, 2nd floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240812T175150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210548Z
UID:10000103-1723710600-1723717800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Commission Advances Certification\, Approves Policy Updates\, Elects New Officers \nThe POST Commission reported ongoing progress in officer certification and disciplinary record reviews. The certification team continues to update the status of nearly 21\,000 officers and is working to confirm the status of those with expired certifications. \nAs part of the historical disciplinary records review\, POST is analyzing 150 records from 46 agencies involving terminations\, resignations\, or other serious matters. Some of these may require publication. POST is contacting agencies that need to revise or resubmit their records. \nThe Commission confirmed that its new website is now live\, offering improved accessibility and real-time updates. \nCommissioners elected Charlene Luma as Treasurer and Marsha Kazarosian as Secretary. \nThe Commission also reviewed progress on 555 CMR 12.00\, which governs the maintenance\, reporting\, and auditing of law enforcement records. The initiative began in May 2023\, and POST held a public hearing on August 1. A revised version of the regulations—reflecting stakeholder input—is expected in September. \nPOST staff provided an update on the Agency Certification Initiative\, which is based on eight statutorily mandated standards. While other programs like CALEA and MPAC include over 100–180 standards\, the Commission is considering whether to expand its own. POST received 19 comments by the August 9 deadline; most supported adding more standards but recommended a phased approach to ensure effective implementation of the initial eight. \nCommissioners expressed support for adopting standards on bias-free policing\, data collection\, and community engagement\, and suggested adding standards on sexual harassment\, conflicts of interest\, officer wellness\, and equipment standardization. A draft on use-of-force standards (different from the use of force policy) will be discussed in a future vote. \nThe Commission approved several new policies: \n\nPolicy Prohibiting Unauthorized Possession of Weapons in POST offices\, with a condition requiring disclosure if someone is carrying a weapon.\nPolicy for Appointment of Hearing Officers\, allowing the Chair to appoint or remove a retired MA Superior Court judge as hearing officer.\nPolicy for Appointment of a Single Commissioner for adjudicatory proceedings when an officer’s certification is suspended\, also approved.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nPublic Hearing Comments on CMR 12:00: Maintenance\, Reporting\, and Audits of Law Enforcement Records and Information (PDF) \nComments on Law Enforcement Agency Certification Standards (PDF) \nWatch Recording \n 
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-august-15-2024/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/VLs5QFtTeLA?si=EhiAz-1u3BmI6c1q
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240906T134825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182454Z
UID:10000110-1725962400-1725969600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting summary:  \nThe Subcommittee approved the minutes from the July 25\, 2024 meeting and discussed the draft plan for recertification. Members reviewed various presentations and proposals previously submitted to the Subcommittee and held a discussion on the standards for good moral character and fitness for employment in law enforcement. A public comment period followed before the meeting concluded. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:POST Commission\, 84 State Street\, 2nd floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240916T221015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210526Z
UID:10000112-1726734600-1726741800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Advances Use of Force Standard\, Reviews Overdue Agency Reports and FY24 Spending \nAt its latest meeting\, the POST Commission approved the draft Use of Force standard for inclusion in the certification regulations for law enforcement agencies. The draft includes clarifications on key principles\, updates on de-escalation requirements\, and guidance to help agencies develop compliant policies. \nThe Commission also received an informational presentation on the Use of Force Reporting standard\, which outlined reporting requirements for use of force incidents\, excessive force allegations\, public complaints\, investigative procedures\, record and evidence maintenance\, and training. \nAs part of its ongoing oversight\, the Commission identified three categories of records that require agency updates through the LEA portal: open complaints and incident reports overdue by more than 90 days\, internal affairs reports closed but pending disciplinary action\, and public complaints forwarded to POST that are awaiting agency responses. Currently\, 84 agencies have at least one outstanding report\, with Massachusetts State Police\, Boston Police Department\, Springfield Police Department\, and Lawrence Police Department each having more than 10 records to update. \nThe legal team introduced a revised draft of 555 CMR 12.00\, governing the maintenance\, reporting\, and auditing of law enforcement records. The updated version incorporates feedback from public comments and stakeholders. \nIn financial news\, the Commission reported final FY24 spending at $7.6 million—90% of the allocated budget. For FY25\, the largest anticipated expenses include payroll\, information technology\, and office space. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe legal team updated the Commission on the Agency Certification Initiative\, shared additional comments on certification standards\, and outlined a proposed timeline for finalizing the regulations. As part of this effort\, the Commission invited public feedback on the draft Code of Conduct standard\, which outlines ethical conduct\, prohibitions\, and accountability requirements for officers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-50/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/x3jkxSMliBc?si=fkd3iLW4nPF5qk75
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T084500
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240919T210409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210507Z
UID:10000113-1727165700-1727167500@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Holds Brief Public Session Before Entering Executive Session \nThe Commission opened the meeting with a brief public session before entering executive session to discuss confidential matters. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-57/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/az1FcMf4_H0
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20240927T125204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182631Z
UID:10000114-1727776800-1727784000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting summary:  \nApproval of minutes from September 10\, 2024 meeting; Draft Plan for Recertification; Good Moral Character and Fitness for Employment in Law Enforcement Plan for Recertification; Public comment. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording \nMeeting Minutes October 1\, 2024 (PDF)
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:POST Commission\, 84 State Street\, 2nd floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20241011T203942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210445Z
UID:10000121-1729153800-1729161000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Approves Key Policy Updates\, Reviews Complaints and Recertification Standards \nThe POST Commission approved several major updates and reviewed ongoing initiatives related to officer certification\, complaint trends\, and fitness standards. \nIn its semiannual report\, the Division of Standards reported receiving an average of 30 public complaints and more than 10 agency-submitted complaints per week between January 11 and September 30\, 2024. Additionally\, the Division updated the Commission on active preliminary inquiries\, suspensions\, and decertifications. \nThe legal team presented revisions to the 555 CMR 12.00 regulations\, reflecting stakeholder input and feedback from a public hearing. The Commission approved the updated draft with further changes based on that engagement. \nRecommendations from the Subcommittee on Certification Policy were presented following seven public meetings held from February to October 2024. The discussions focused on the upcoming 2025 recertification cycle and covered topics including draft recertification regulations 555 CMR 7.00\, the structure and timing of recertification\, physical and psychological fitness\, in-service training\, oral interviews\, examinations\, and performance reviews. \nThe Commission updated the definition of “conditional certification” to require it in cases where an applicant cannot obtain full certification due to hardship\, approved leave\, or unmet training requirements. However\, they prohibited conditional certification in cases involving more serious failures\, such as a failed background check\, felony conviction\, or lack of character and fitness. \nThe legal team also outlined the regulatory requirement that officers demonstrate good moral character and fitness for employment. The Commission discussed the handling of “unsubstantiated” versus “credible” complaints\, with some members cautioning against dismissing patterns of allegations that may not have been substantiated but could signal larger issues. Others emphasized fairness to officers and the risk of over-relying on unproven complaints. The Commission agreed to seek further clarification before holding a vote. \nThe legal team raised a policy question to the Commission about whether appointing authorities should be required to submit a written explanation for an officer’s positive attestation. Under current rules\, only negative attestations require written justification. Commissioners discussed whether extending this requirement to submit positive written attestations may create an undue administrative burden\, particularly for larger agencies. The Commission will continue this policy discussion in future meetings. \nThe legal team presented an updated use of force draft standard revised with feedback from the MPTC. The Commission asked to further review feedback for future discussion. \nTo support future policy development\, the Commission approved a new survey on officer physical and psychological fitness to be distributed to agencies with a one-month response window. Results will be reviewed at a future meeting. In addition\, a panel discussion featuring six experts on officer fitness standards will take place on October 18\, available both in person and virtually. \nThe Commission also received an update on FY26 budget development. The team is preparing a maintenance budget due to the Administration and Finance Office by October 22\, ahead of the Governor’s budget filing on January 22\, 2025. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-58/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/GK1n3RkuhDc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20241118T164137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210422Z
UID:10000125-1732177800-1732185000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Reports Progress on Complaint Resolution\, Hears Updates on Key Policy Terms \nAt its recent meeting\, the POST Commission highlighted ongoing progress in closing overdue complaints. Executive Director Enrique Zuniga reported that only 14 agencies still had outstanding complaints\, with 11 of them having just one pending case—a significant improvement since the last update. He also announced a new project to collect and publish data on officer commendation letters. \nThe Commission hosted an in-person panel on October 18\, 2024\, focused on officer physical health and fitness. Key takeaways included evidence that officers typically enter the profession in better shape than the general population but often leave less physically fit. Lower fitness levels were also linked to increased likelihood of using disproportionate force. \nThe legal team presented several regulatory updates. The Commission corrected an error in the 555 CMR 1.01 regulations governing procedural rules\, and voted to adopt 555 CMR 12.00\, covering the maintenance\, reporting\, and audits of law enforcement records. These regulations were published in the Massachusetts Register and took effect on November 8\, 2024. \nThe Commission addressed two key policy questions. First\, it voted in favor of using the term “credible allegations” rather than “substantiated allegations” when evaluating an officer’s character and fitness. Second\, it considered whether to require appointing authorities to provide written explanations for positive attestations. After discussion\, the Commission voted not to endorse that requirement at this time. \nThe POST Commission also reviewed two additional key policy questions. First\, Commissioners considered whether to continue using the same approach as the initial recertification cycle. Second\, they discussed whether physical fitness and behavioral health requirements for recertification should differ from those for initial certification. After deliberation\, the Commission agreed to gather more information before taking a vote. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording \n 
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-59/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/id0TLUhsQBk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T083500
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20241216T202955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182822Z
UID:10000133-1734597000-1734597300@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Certification Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Summary: \nApproval of minutes from the Oct. 1 \, 2024 and Dec. 19\, 2024 meetings. \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Minutes Dec. 19\, 2024 (PDF)
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/certification-subcommittee-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T083500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20241125T205621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210403Z
UID:10000126-1734597300-1734604200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Marks 2024 Milestones\, Sets 2025 Priorities\, Reviews Survey Results on Officer Wellness \nThe POST Commission closed out 2024 with steady growth\, the recertification of nearly 6\,000 officers\, seven Certification Subcommittee meetings on character\, fitness\, and officer wellness\, and the launch of a new website. Other achievements included rolling out the disciplinary records portal with monthly updates and issuing new auditing regulations. \nLooking to 2025\, priorities include increasing Division of Standards case activity\, finalizing agency certification standards\, launching a business intelligence tool to improve reporting and analytics\, and developing a law enforcement agency audit program. \nThe Commission also approved a FY26 budget request of $9.5 million\, an 8% increase over FY25. \nThe Commission received a detailed presentation on the results of a recent survey sent to LEA heads examining agency resources\, challenges\, and standards for officer physical fitness and behavioral health. A survey of 213 mostly small to mid-sized agencies revealed that 180 have no physical fitness requirements\, with common barriers cited as time\, cost\, and limited resources. On behavioral health\, 127 agencies reported no requirements\, and respondents highlighted stigma\, cost\, and cultural challenges as key obstacles. Commissioners urged expanding officer-centered wellness resources\, adding annual wellness checks\, and addressing misconceptions about mental health and decertification. \nThe legal team presented the revised code of conduct standard\, incorporating MPTC feedback to expand definitions of “de-escalation” to include critical thinking\, trauma-informed practices\, and cultural relevance. Commissioners gave preliminary approval to accept the code of conduct standard as a preliminary draft. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording \n 
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-60/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/kpVHgsHB1c4
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T093000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250101T180553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210123Z
UID:10000131-1737016200-1737019800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:POST Reports Progress in Officer Training Compliance\, Announces Administrative Suspensions \nThe Executive Director began the meeting with a training compliance overview. The Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) provides 26 hours of in-service training annually—delivered either in person or online—along with 8 hours of firearms instruction and 6 hours of CPR. Agencies must report compliance to MPTC by September 30. Officers who fail to complete the required training will face administrative suspension\, with certification reinstated once training is completed. \nPOST outreach to 356 officers who had not met in-service requirements proved largely successful. As of this meeting\, only 14 officers had unresolved training discrepancies\, and POST administratively suspended six of them. \nIn November 2024\, MPTC flagged irregularities in the completion times of certain online training courses\, affecting up to 487 officers from training years 2023–2025. MPTC directed agencies to review any officers with time discrepancies. Early findings indicate that 5%–10% of these cases require follow-up\, which may result in disciplinary action or administrative suspension. Although many discrepancies had reasonable explanations\, MPTC will require officers with unresolved issues in TY25 to retake the course in person. \nThe financial team reported that POST has committed over 48% of its budget for the second quarter of FY25. The Governor will release the FY26 budget next week\, and POST is preparing to deliver its budget testimony. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-61/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sjtTnH2eqU&feature=youtu.be
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20241204T180753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210340Z
UID:10000132-1739439000-1739446200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Reports Complaint Reporting Backlog\, Streamlines Recertification\, and Discusses Potential Oversight of Constables \nExecutive Director Enrique Zuniga opened the meeting by reviewing agency reporting compliance and overdue cases. Several agencies have exceeded the 90-day extension for open complaints\, closed cases\, and incident reports with pending discipline. Boston Police Department accounts for most of the overdue complaints\, partly due to the Commissioner’s review of each case\, which extends the timeline. Despite the backlog\, more agencies are submitting reports faster\, and overall open complaint report numbers are declining. The Commission will begin issuing quarterly reports tracking progress on closing open cases. \nCommissioners also reviewed a proposed expedited plan for recertifying officers with last names A–H\, whose certifications expire on July 1\, 2025. The process will be significantly streamlined\, and the LEA portal is set to open May 1. Officers will now be recertified on a three-year term plus their birth month\, following a timeline structure previously approved by the Commission. \nThe Commission addressed concerns raised during a recent community meeting in Worcester about the legal status of constables. POST clarified that under M.G.L. c. 6E\, any constable who executes arrests must be certified. Currently\, no constables are certified. POST will begin collecting records from departments that employ or collaborate with constables to build a statewide database and assess future enforcement measures. \nA financial update showed a potential $600\,000 budget reversion for FY25. The Governor’s FY26 budget proposal includes an $8.92 million appropriation\, $570\,000 below POST’s original request. The Legal Division also provided updates on the recertification process. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-62/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xo3BeuaOyqw
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20241220T182314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210156Z
UID:10000134-1742459400-1742472000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Reviews Officer Fitness and Wellness Survey Results\, Advances Use of Force Reporting Standards\, Announces Streamlined Recertification Process \nThe Legal Division shared results from a January survey of 60 police unions\, developed with MPTC input\, aimed at assessing current support for officer physical fitness and behavioral health. Survey responses showed broad union support for on-site gyms and on-duty exercise time\, with moderate officer participation in fitness programs. The Cooper test emerged as the most commonly used fitness standard across both unions and agencies\, echoing results from a previous agency survey conducted in November 2024. \nUnions identified key barriers to behavioral health support\, including stigma\, fear of negative job consequences\, time constraints\, and concerns over POST reforms. While unions and agencies agreed on physical fitness benchmarks\, they were sharply divided on behavioral health standards. Nearly half of union respondents opposed any formal mental health or wellness checks\, citing concerns about privacy and intrusiveness. \nThe Legal Division also presented updates on the draft policy for voluntary relinquishment of certification and proposed revisions to Use of Force reporting standards. Commissioners requested further clarification on the status of the draft before voting to preliminarily approve the standards. \nThe Commission introduced a streamlined process for the upcoming recertification of incumbent officers with last names A–H whose certifications expire July 1. Under the revised system\, POST will verify in-service training completion directly with the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC). Agencies must report any changes in employment status\, disclose outstanding disciplinary issues since the officer’s last certification\, and confirm the officer’s fitness to serve. \nThe Commission also discussed efforts to track agency constables and considered whether to further define police duties and functions in regulations. \nThe meeting concluded with an administrative update announcing the release of POST’s annual report. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-63/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/gaseI7A1Kic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250414T132554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210057Z
UID:10000150-1744878600-1744884000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Advances Streamlined Process for Officer Recertification\, Adopts Voluntary Relinquishment Policy\, Reviews Proposed Officer Response Procedures \nThe POST Commission reviewed the process for the second round of officer recertification\, covering approximately 8\,000 officers with last names A–H. Staff reported a streamlined process focused on confirming officer details and noting any changes since their previous certification. Moving forward\, certification terms will last three years plus the officer’s birth month. The LEA portal will reopen May 5\, 2025 to process applications. The Commission reminded agencies to report all job status changes\, as officers not linked to an agency will be marked “Expired” when their certification ends. \nThe Division of Standards provided a semi-annual update\, reporting 359 public complaints and 410 agency-submitted cases from October 1\, 2024\, through March 30\, 2025. Staff review an average of 30 new public complaints and 17 agency reports each week. \nThe legal team presented updates on several standards\, including use of force\, officer response procedures\, investigatory stops\, traffic stops\, and the code of conduct. Commissioners voted to adopt the draft policy on voluntary relinquishment of officer certification\, which outlines the process and consequences of an officer choosing to give up certification. \nFinance staff reported that 66% of the FY25 budget has been committed and shared updates on FY26 budget planning and upcoming legislative testimony. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-64/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/Qk4Pui2G8F8
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T121500
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250415T182433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210033Z
UID:10000151-1747297800-1747311300@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Advances Recertification\, Reviews Complaint Reporting Delays\, and Seeks Feedback on NDI Policy \nAt its May meeting\, the POST Commission reported steady progress in officer recertification\, reviews of complaints and incident reports\, and legal policy development. The Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) portal opened May 5 to accept recertification applications for officers with last names A–H\, and training sessions are now underway. \nExecutive Director Enrique Zuniga updated Commissioners on ongoing reviews of incident reports and monthly disciplinary record updates. He reported an increase in public and agency complaints\, averaging 34 per month from the public and 15 from LEAs—up from last year’s averages of 30 and 10. The Commission also flagged several agencies with complaints overdue by more than 90 days\, including closed cases where discipline remains pending. The average delay in resolving complaints across all agencies ranged from 134 to 161 days. \nThe Commission discussed budget developments\, noting that both the House and Senate FY26 proposals maintained the Governor’s recommended $8.9 million appropriation—6% below the agency’s original $9.5 million request. The FY25 budget is projected to revert approximately $638\,000. \nThe legal team presented key updates\, including draft standards for criminal investigation procedures and criminal intelligence data management\, developed in collaboration with the Municipal Police Training Committee. Legal staff also introduced a proposed policy on reporting to the National Decertification Index (NDI) that would limit NDI submissions to cases of officer decertification or certification revocation\, as consistent with POST’s interpretation of legislative intent. It also includes provisions to prevent unauthorized edits to Massachusetts submissions. \nCommissioners also reviewed draft guidance clarifying the meaning of police duties and functions as defined in POST regulations. No votes were requested on any legal matters\, as the legal team sought feedback before moving forward. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-65/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/Rr13vXA9hpA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250415T182627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T210005Z
UID:10000152-1750926600-1750933800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Prioritizes Officer Wellness\, Advances Juvenile Standards\, and Grants First Voluntary Relinquishment \nAt this meeting\, the POST Commission reaffirmed its commitment to officer wellness\, emphasizing the psychological toll of law enforcement and the need for education\, peer support\, and stronger mental health resources. Guest speaker Dr. Tracie Goodness highlighted the impacts of trauma and PTSD\, while Commissioner Hanya Bluestone advocated for mandatory wellness standards and support for officers and their families. \nThe legal team presented research on officer physical fitness and outlined key principles for draft juvenile operations standards\, encouraging public feedback. \nThe Commission approved its first application for voluntary relinquishment of certification and postponed discussion of the National Decertification Index policy to the next meeting. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording \nPOST Commission Invites Public Comment on Robert V. Choquette’s Voluntary Relinquishment of Certification Application
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-66/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/Asab6UbR1oU
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250714T194704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T205919Z
UID:10000166-1752741000-1752746400@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Commission Approves NDI Policy\, Explores Officer Fitness Standards\, and Announces New “Restricted” Certification Status \nThe POST Commission approved a new policy for sharing information with the National Decertification Index (NDI)\, a nationwide registry that tracks law enforcement officer decertifications. \nCommissioners also discussed officer physical fitness in relation to recertification. They reviewed research showing that officers typically begin their careers in peak physical condition but often leave the profession less fit than the general population. The Commission explored potential standards\, resources\, and incentives to support wellness throughout an officer’s career\, including considerations for age and breaks in service. These discussions may inform future regulatory changes. \nThe Commission also introduced a new “restricted” certification status for officers not currently affiliated with a law enforcement agency. \nIn other updates\, the Division of Finance and Administration reported $8.07 million in FY 2025 budget activity\, with an expected year-end reversion between $620\,000 and $674\,000. The agency currently employs 51 staff members. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-67/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/69-iVahdpEc
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250804T154254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T201306Z
UID:10000176-1755160200-1755167400@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Summary:  \nThe executive director reviewed the significant progress that the Division of Certification has made in processing recertification applications for officers with certifications expiring July 1\, 2025. He also discussed updates to the Officer Disciplinary records database\, as well as complaint/incident reporting trends\, including overdue complaints without an extension\, cases closed with discipline pending\, the average number of days where discipline is pending\, the total number of cases/complaints\, and cases with approved extensions. The Boston Police Department led with the highest number in each category.  \nLegal Division staff celebrated Counsel Evert Fowle’s selection to the Boston Bar Association’s Public Interest Leadership Program. Staff also presented on U and T Visas and outlined law enforcement agency obligations\, as well as resources for those seeking visas. Staff presented on the Agency Certification initiative\, specifically a revised draft of the Officer Response Procedures standard\, which incorporated feedback from the Municipal Police Training Committee. New elements of the draft included enforcement quotas and immigration matters\, including provisions around U and T Visas.   \nLastly\, Division of Standards staff introduced proposed updates to complaint reporting procedures\, specifically creating a clearer definition between minor and serious matters.  The proposal aims to improve agency reporting compliance and streamline internal processes. Further discussions on this are expected at a future meeting.   \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-68/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf6v3MF5L8k
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T121204
CREATED:20250724T134031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T174404Z
UID:10000168-1758789000-1758805200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Summary: \nThe executive director gave an update on the Officer Disciplinary Records database\, including efforts to improve uniformity and detail of records. He announced that complaint summaries will be added to the database on a rolling basis moving forward for new complaints (not historical). He also shared information on past and upcoming speaking engagements\, and touched on recent critical incidents involving officers\, which highlight the hazards of the profession.   \nFinance and Administration Division staff provided a FY25 financial report. Final spending came in around $7.98 million\, representing about 91% of the funding budgeted to POST for FY25. Staff also provided an overview of the FY26 spending request\, which originally was for $9.5 million. The Governor’s budget included a reduction of 6% and the Conference Committee’s final budget included an additional 1% reduction. Staff submitted its spending plan to the Executive Office of Administration and Finance and expects to receive feedback in early October. Staff is waiting to see if the legislature will approve a request to use $74\,000 in unspent money from FY25 for FY26. The largest expenses for FY26 are payroll\, information technology\, and office space rent. POST aims to have 60 employees by the end of FY26.  \nLegal Division staff presented on three agency certification standard drafts. First\, staff shared a second round of revisions for the Officer Response Procedures draft\, which included feedback from the Municipal Police Training Committee. Commissioners voted to preliminarily approve the draft standard. Second\, staff shared revisions to the Criminal Investigation Procedures draft\, which was last presented in April for initial feedback. Lastly\, staff introduced the Detainee Transportation draft standard for the first time. The presentation provided a high-level overview of key aspects\, such as officer conduct\, transport vehicles\, searches\, restraints\, and supervision.  \nMeeting Agenda (PDF) \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-69/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOpT-Xj2ftw
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