This ordinance updates the Community Policing Policy to emphasize the importance of civilian personnel in the Police Department for community policing and crime prevention efforts, particularly for seniors and those with limited English skills. It aims to enhance community engagement and support through these programs.
Ordinance amending the Community Policing Policy to highlight the role of civilian Police Department personnel in effective community policing and community-based crime prevention programs, including programs inclusive of seniors and individuals with limited English proficiency.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to update the Community Policing Policy to better incorporate civilian personnel in community policing efforts.
The Board of Supervisors passed Ordinance No. 210-11, establishing the Community Policing Policy to guide the San Francisco Police Department in building trust with community members.
Supervisor Engardio introduced the ordinance to amend the Community Policing Policy, emphasizing the role of civilian staff and community-based crime prevention programs.
The proposed ordinance was referred to the Police Department for comments and reports.
Supervisor Chen was added as a co-sponsor to the ordinance, indicating support for the amendments.
The ordinance was officially referred to the relevant department for further review.
The ordinance was filed pursuant to Rule 3.41, marking it as an inactive matter.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record