Meeting Summary: The 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.

Executive 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.

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Meeting Recording February 1, 2024

POST Clarifies Disciplinary Reporting Requirements Ahead of LEA Portal Expansion

The 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.

POST 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.

The 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.

In 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 February 16.

Meanwhile, the Governor’s FY25 budget proposes $8.75 million for POST—4% less than anticipated.

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Meeting Recording

Meeting summary: The 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.

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Meeting Recording February 27, 2024