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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240930T125157Z
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SUMMARY:*Closed to Public* Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Robert Devine
DESCRIPTION:This proceeding is closed to the public.  \nCase No. 2024-003  \nPre-Hearing Conference In the Matter of Robert Devine (via Zoom)  \nHearing Officer:  Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.)  \nRespondent Attorney: Robert Stowe\, Esq.   \nEnforcement Counsel:  Shaun Martinez\, Esq. 
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/closed-to-public-pre-hearing-conference-in-the-matter-of-robert-devine/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240912T140656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144921Z
UID:10000111-1727256600-1727256600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Omar Connor
DESCRIPTION:Case No. PI-2023-12-19-002 In the Matter of Omar Connor\nPre-Hearing Conference via Zoom\nHearing Officer: Hon. Charles J. Hely (Ret.)\nRespondent Attorney: Joseph P. Kittredge\, Esq.\nEnforcement Counsel: Amy C. Parker\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-omar-connor/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240903T145727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144913Z
UID:10000109-1727172000-1727193600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:*Postponed* Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Stanley Clerge
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-stanley-clerge-2/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-stanley-clerge-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T084500
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240903T145253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190550Z
UID:10000108-1726565400-1726567200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Robert Devine 
DESCRIPTION:Case No. 2024-004-S In the Matter of Robert Devine \nPre-Hearing Conference via Zoom \nHearing Officer:                      Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nRespondent Attorney:             Robert W. Stowe\, Esq. \nProsecuting Attorney:             Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-robert-devine-2/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/7-ZuXJXUiDg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240903T145138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T212954Z
UID:10000107-1726479000-1726504200@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:*Canceled* Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of William Farwell
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled. Future events related to this matter will be posted to our website when available.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-wiliam-farwell/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/j/98818131275
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240903T143110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T213008Z
UID:10000106-1726237800-1726245000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:*Canceled* Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Dominique Padilla
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-dominique-padilla/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/s/95819803579
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240903T142919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190613Z
UID:10000105-1725960600-1725969600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Mila Depina-Cooley
DESCRIPTION:Case No. 23-015-S  In the Matter of Mila Depina-Cooley \nPre-Hearing Conference (via Zoom)  \nHearing Officer:                      Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nRespondent Attorney:             William T. Broderick\, Esq. \nProsecuting Attorney:             Timothy D. Hartnett\, Esq. \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-mila-depina-cooley-2/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-mila-depina-cooley-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240830T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240828T174820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144904Z
UID:10000104-1725012000-1725012000@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Timothy Brennan
DESCRIPTION:This adjudicatory proceeding is closed to the public.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-tim-brennan/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240726T174658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T205558Z
UID:10000102-1724664600-1724671800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:*Canceled* Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Marc Arthur Voltus
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-marc-arthur-voltus/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240726T174203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190637Z
UID:10000101-1724146200-1724153400@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Robert Devine
DESCRIPTION:Case No. 2024-004-S In the Matter of Robert Devine \nStatus Conference (via zoom) \nHearing Officer:                       Hon. Kenneth J. Fishman (Ret.) \nRespondent Attorney:             Robert Stowe\, Esq. \nProsecuting Attorney:             Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-robert-devine/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/7f41fyrLKOw
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240726T173628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T205827Z
UID:10000100-1723559400-1723566600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of Stanley Clerge
DESCRIPTION:Case No. PI-2023-05-11-008 In the Matter of Stanley Clerge \nPre-Hearing Conference (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer:                      Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nRespondent Attorney:           Kevin Coyle\, Esq. \nProsecuting Attorney:           Timothy D. Hartnett\, Esq.
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-stanley-clerge/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240726T172952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190718Z
UID:10000099-1722936600-1722943800@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Pre-Hearing Conference in the Matter of William Farwell
DESCRIPTION:Case No. 2023-012-S  In the Matter of William Farwell \nStatus Conference (via Zoom) \nHearing Officer:                      Hon. Judith A. Cowin (Ret.) \nRespondent Attorney:             David M. Bae\, Esq. \nProsecuting Attorney:             Shaun Martinez\, Esq. \nWatch Recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/adjudicatory-proceeding-in-the-matter-of-william-farwell/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/AucK8KzwXgs?si=15qhLsDJT9n73N16
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240627T173545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T191608Z
UID:10000094-1722506400-1722513600@mapostcommission.gov
SUMMARY:Public Hearing on proposed regulations 555 CMR 12.00
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING on proposed regulations 555 CMR 12.00: Maintenance\, Reporting\, and Audits of Law Enforcement Records and Information \nUnder the authority of M.G.L. c. 6E\, §§ 3(a) and 8(d) and pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A\, the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (the “Commission”) will conduct a public hearing to gather comments\, ideas\, and information concerning a proposed regulation\, 555 CMR 12.00: Maintenance\, Reporting\, and Audits of Law Enforcement Records and Information. \nSummary of Proposed Regulation: The proposed regulation would establish requirements for law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers to create and maintain certain records and to report certain information to the Commission. The regulation would also establish requirements and procedures concerning the auditing of law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers by or on behalf of the Commission. Lastly\, the proposed regulation enumerates ways in which the Commission may take disciplinary action against law enforcement agencies and law enforcement officers as a means of enforcing the obligations of this proposed regulation. \nAvailability of Proposed Regulation: The proposed regulation is available on the Commission’s website at: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/post-commission. You may obtain a written copy by e- mailing a request to POSTCPRR@mass.gov or mailing a request to General Counsel Randall E. Ravitz\, Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission\, 84 State Street\, Suite 200\, Boston\, MA 02109. \nHearing Details: The hearing will be held virtually\, using the Zoom platform\, on Thursday\, August 1\, 2024\, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All persons desiring to be heard on this matter should appear at that time. If you are interested in offering comments\, you are encouraged\, but not required\, to pre-register by sending an email to POSTC-comments@mass.gov with a subject line stating\, “555 CMR 12.00.”  Given the volume of comments anticipated\, the Commission may limit a speaker’s time to five minutes. \n555 CMR 12.00 – Notice of Hearing 555 CMR 12.00 (PDF) \n555 CMR 12.00 (PDF) \nHearing recording
URL:https://mapostcommission.gov/event/public-hearing-on-proposed-regulations-555-cmr-12-00/
CATEGORIES:Hearing
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/eSHdwmijvCM?si=C4z2tBsBhsGMF-oD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
CREATED:20240719T150753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T210510Z
UID:10000097-1721899800-1721905200@mapostcommission.gov
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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:20240611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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:20260403T211209
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:20240522T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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:20240423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T211209
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:20260403T211209
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:20260403T211209
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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