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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240723T121054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T182413Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240719T150753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T210510Z
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SUMMARY:Hearing in the Matter of Marcarthur Voltus
DESCRIPTION:Case No. 2023-10-24-006 In the Matter of Marcarthur Voltus \nPreliminary Hearing (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Timothy D. Hartnett\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-marcarthur-voltus/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240719T150434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T210714Z
UID:10000096-1721640600-1721640600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Hearing in the Matter of Mila Depina-Cooley
DESCRIPTION:Case No. 2023-015-S In the Matter of Mila Depina-Cooley \nHearing (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer:  Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nRespondent Attorney: William T. Broderick\, Esq. \nProsecuting Attorney: Timothy D. Hartnett\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-mila-depina-cooley/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
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:20240620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240617T132005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T184426Z
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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:20240611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240604T165106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190820Z
UID:10000078-1718098200-1718123400@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Robert Devine
DESCRIPTION:Robert Devine Case No. 2024-004-S \nStatus Conference (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Robert Stowe\, Esq. \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-19/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/qD39N5Vcg6c?si=yfBi3lkciWJDO_QO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240604T164431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T211153Z
UID:10000077-1717493400-1717495200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of William Farwell
DESCRIPTION:William Farwell Case No. 2023-012-S \nStatus Conference (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: David M. Bae\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-18/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240423T142042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T211311Z
UID:10000048-1713864600-1713889800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of William Farwell
DESCRIPTION:In the Matter of William Farwell Case No. 2024-003-S \nApril 23\, 9:30 AM (end time to be determined by proceedings) \nStatus Conference (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: David M. Bae\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-36/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
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:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240514T163617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T181213Z
UID:10000008-1712829600-1712836800@mapostcommission.gov
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:20240326T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240326T171843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190922Z
UID:10000063-1711445400-1711472400@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing conference in the Matter of Robert Devine
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nAdjudicatory Proceeding In the Matter of Robert Devine Case No. 2024-004-S \nPre-Hearing Conference (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Robert Stowe\, Esq. \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-5-3/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/L-7hHgc2Btg?si=qU_4P-xL3QQaEyvZ
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T101500
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240322T172526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T211403Z
UID:10000064-1711101600-1711102500@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Hearing in the Matter of Cara Rossi
DESCRIPTION:Adjudicatory Proceeding In the Matter of Cara Rossi Case No. 2024-003-S\n\n\n\n\nAdjudicatory Hearing (in-person and via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Leah Barrault\, Esq. \nIn-office visitors must adhere to the POST weapons policy.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-5-2/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240318T173300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144850Z
UID:10000065-1710756000-1710759600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Cara Rossi
DESCRIPTION:Adjudicatory Proceeding In the Matter of Cara Rossi Case No. 2024-003-S \nPre-Hearing Conference Monday\, March 18\, 2024 10 a.m. – 10:10 a.m. (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Leah Barrault\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-6/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240301T184149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144827Z
UID:10000066-1709283600-1709287200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Matthew Farwell (postponed)
DESCRIPTION:This pre-hearing conference has been postponed. POST will issue a public notice about any new updates related to this matter when available. \nPre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Matthew Farwell Case No. 23-011-S \nFriday\, March 1\, 2024 at 9:00 AM \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Patrick Hanley\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-7/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240229T185853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144813Z
UID:10000067-1709199000-1709202600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of William Farwell
DESCRIPTION:Adjudicatory Proceeding In the Matter of William Farwell Case No. 23-012-S \nSecond Pre-Hearing Conference Thursday\, February 29\, 2024 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.(via Zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: David M. Bae\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-8/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240514T173045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T181904Z
UID:10000010-1709028000-1709035200@mapostcommission.gov
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240226T191417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T211510Z
UID:10000068-1708939800-1708966800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Hearing in the Matter of Iancy Gonzalez
DESCRIPTION:In the Matter of Iancy Gonzalez Case No. 23-010-S \nHearing Monday\, February 26\, 2024 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (via zoom) \nHearing Officer: Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Timothy D. Hartnett\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Iancy Gonzalez\, Pro se
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-9/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240514T174440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T181842Z
UID:10000011-1707991200-1707998400@mapostcommission.gov
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240214T194238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144755Z
UID:10000069-1707903000-1707904800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Cara Rossi
DESCRIPTION:Adjudicatory Proceeding in the Matter of Cara Rossi Case No. 2024-003-S \nPre-Hearing Conference Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. via zoom \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: Leah Marie Barrault\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-10/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240205T200149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T184739Z
UID:10000070-1707125400-1707127200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Hearing in the Matter of William Farwell (cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:*Cancelled* Status Hearing in the Matter of William Farwell\nMonday\, February 5\, 2024\n9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. \nOverview\nThis Status Hearing has been cancelled. \nFebruary 5\, 2024 at 9:30 AM \nAdjudicatory Proceeding in the Matter of William Farwell Case No. 23-012-S \nHearing Officer: Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nProsecuting Attorney: Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nAppellant Counsel: David M. Bae\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-11/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
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:20240129T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240129T202544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144744Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Iancy Gonzalez
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, January 29\, 2024\n9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. \nOverview\nNotice of Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Iancy Gonzalez \nDATE AND TIME OF PRE-HEARING CONFERENCE: January 29\, 2024\, 9:30 a.m. \nLOCATION OF PRE-HEARING: Via Zoom Video Conference \nThe Pre-Hearing Conference in the above-captioned Adjudicatory Hearing will be held on January 29\, 2024\, at 9:30 a.m. via Zoom videoconference before the Honorable Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.)\, Hearing Officer of the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. \nAny additional questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Hearings Administrator with the subject line “In the Matter of Iancy Gonzalez” at PostCReview@mass.gov. \nAdditional Resources\nNotice of Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Iancy Gonzalez
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240514T175847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T165935Z
UID:10000013-1705998600-1706005800@mapostcommission.gov
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:20240116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100500
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240116T204519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144733Z
UID:10000072-1705395600-1705399500@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of William Farwell
DESCRIPTION:Notice of Pre-Hearing Conference In The Matter of William Farwell Case No. 23-012-S \nTuesday\, January 16\, 2024 9 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Via videoconference \nThe Pre-Hearing Conference in the above-captioned Adjudicatory Hearing will be held on January 16\, 2024\, at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom videoconference before the Honorable Judith A. Cowin (Ret.)\, Hearing Officer of the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. \nAny additional questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Hearings Administrator with the subject line “In the Matter of William Farwell” at PostCReview@mass.gov.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-13/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240515T154503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T175522Z
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SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting summary: The minutes from the October 24\, 2023 meeting were reviewed and approved. The Executive Director provided updates on disciplinary records\, the complaint portal\, and other administrative matters. The Finance team presented a review of the FY25 budget and discussed diversity initiatives. A recommendation was made to establish a subcommittee focused on certification policies. The Legal team reviewed draft proposed regulations related to record maintenance\, reporting\, and auditing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Materials (PDF)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-18/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/hWb7pVbDYrA?si=-tQKtl55jBX_0s71
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20231130T205101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144702Z
UID:10000073-1701334800-1701342000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Matthew Farwell
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 30\, 2023; 9:00 AM \nCase No. 23-011-S (PI-2022-11-22-003) In the Matter of Matthew Farwell \nThe Pre-Hearing Conference in the above-captioned Adjudicatory Hearing will be held via Zoom videoconference. \nNotice of Pre-Hearing Conference: In the Matter of Matthew Farwell
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-14/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050713
CREATED:20240515T153326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T173350Z
UID:10000026-1700123400-1700130600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting summary: The meeting included presentation of a Certificate of Appreciation for former Commissioner Clementina Chery. The Executive Director reported on school resource officer certification and provided an update on disciplinary records. Future certification policy matters were discussed\, alongside a Legal update covering the process for relinquishing certification and removing information from the public database. Additionally\, the meeting addressed officer physical and psychological fitness and updates on maintaining\, reporting\, and auditing law enforcement records. \nMeeting Materials (PDF) \nMeeting Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-meeting-17/
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/rPNnaWseKbU?si=0_nwUla_ptrQHNsE
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