What: The semi-annual report of the Independent Accountability Auditor on complaints.
Where it stands: First half of 2026: 70 originating complaint matters; 23 required investigation; 55 percent of findings unfounded and 17 percent sustained.
Semi-annual report for early 2026: 23 originating events and 60 complaints; 55 percent unfounded, 23 percent exonerated, 17 percent sustained, up from prior years. Sustained cases ended in oral or written reprimands. The auditor recommended a broader de-escalation policy; the Police Chief said the policy review committee could act within about 30 days and ICAT retraining is planned for early next year.
Speakers asked for measurable de-escalation progress and release of the 2025 use of force report. A commissioner clarified that the auditor reviews complaints about officer actions rather than use of force incidents, and the police chief said a policy recommendation would take about a month.
A commissioner asked for updates on the de-escalation policy report, remaining audit logs and the Flock camera investigation; the investigation contract is being negotiated.