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ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION

AGENDA
Date:

Monday, March 2, 2026

Time:

6:30 P.M.

Place:

Antioch City Hall – Council Chambers
200 H Street
Antioch, CA 94509

ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONERS

Staff Liaison:

Porshe Taylor, Chairperson
Devin Williams, Vice Chairperson
Alicia Dianne Lacey-Oha
Susan Kennedy
Addison Peterson
Josiah Ben-Oni
Vacant

Bessie Marie Scott, City Manager
Kevin W. Kundinger, Assistant City Attorney
Joseph Vigil, Police Chief

Commission meetings are live streamed at:
https://www.antiochca.gov/government/boards-commissions/#section-apoc.
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ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION’S PURPOSE
The purpose of the Commission is to advise the City Council, City Manager, and Chief of Police
on the administration of the Antioch Police Department and on matters of public safety within the
City of Antioch to ensure that the Antioch Police Department's policies, practices, and customs
conform to national standards of constitutional policing. [Ordinance No. 2212-C-S, adopted May
24, 2022: https://www.awegov.com/fc/posc/posc-ord-2212.pdf ]
NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
This agenda is a summary of the discussion items/actions proposed to be taken by the Antioch
Police Oversight Commission. The public has the opportunity to address the Commission on
each agenda item. The Commission can only take action on items that are listed on the agenda.
Comments regarding matters not on this Agenda may be addressed during the "Public
Comments" section on this agenda. No one may speak more than once on an agenda item or
during “Public Comments”. Please see the Speaker Rules on the inside cover of this Agenda
for information on public participation.

AGENDA
1.

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3.

CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. By
approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless a
commissioner or a member of the public requests’ removal of an item from the Consent
Calendar.
3-1.

ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF
NOVEMBER 3, 2025, NOVEMBER 17, 2025, AND DECEMBER 1, 2025.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Antioch Police Oversight
Commission approve Meeting Minutes of November 3,
2025, November 17, 2025, and December 1, 2025.

3-2. ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION SCHEDULED REGULAR
MEETING ON JANUARY 5, 2026, AND SPECIAL MEETING ON JANUARY 26,
2026: NOTICES OF ADJOURNMENT – NO QUORUM.

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4.

PRESENTATION: UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE SETTLEMENT
AGREEMENT – 2026 FIRST QUARTER UPDATE
A. Presentation by Manjit Sappal, Policing Consultant
B. Public Comment
C. Commission Discussion

5. NEW BUSINESS
5-1.

POLICE CHIEF JOSEPH VIGIL’S REPORT
The Police Chief (or designee) will provide an update on information relevant to the
mission, purpose, and work of the Antioch Police Oversight Commission.
A. Antioch Police Department - 2026 First Quarter
B. Public Comment
C. Commission Discussion

5-2.

DISCUSSION ITEM: 2026 ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION GOAL
SETTING
A. 2026 Antioch Police Oversight Commission work plan
a. goals and approach
b. APOC work areas per the ordinance
c. 2026 APOC comprehensive community engagement plan
d. Creation of ad hoc committee 2026 work plans to add to overall
2026 APOC WORK PLAN
e. Additional areas for 2026 work plan
f. Timelines and deliverables for APOC 2026 work plan
B. Public Comment
C. Commission Discussion

5-3.

DISCUSSION ITEM: 2026 ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
ANNUAL REPORTING TO CITY COUNCIL
A. Staff Presentation
B. Public Comment
C. Commission Discussion and Direction

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6.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the public are given the opportunity to address the Commission on an item that
is not on the agenda; up to three (3) minutes. If there are several speakers, the amount of
time allotted may be modified at the Chairperson’s discretion.

7.

AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT OUT
The ad hoc committee members will provide updates on their committee’s work and plans.

8.

UPCOMING/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
The Commission will engage in a working session to discuss and determine agenda items
for the upcoming Commission meeting, and to agree on a list of agenda items to be
discussed on future agendas. The Commission will work on creating a list of agenda items
for future meetings.

9.

ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONER REPORT OUT
(3 minutes per commissioner)
Each commissioner will have an opportunity to provide an update on information relevant
to the mission, purpose, and work of the Antioch Police Oversight Commission.

10. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Staff may provide an update on information relevant to the mission, purpose, and work of
the Antioch Police Oversight Commission.
11. NEXT MEETING DATE – March 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Antioch - City Hall
12. ADJOURNMENT
After Staff Communications, the Chairperson/Vice Chairperson will make a motion to
adjourn the meeting. A second motion is required, and then a majority vote is required to
adjourn the meeting.

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CITY OF ANTIOCH
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
Regular Meeting
6:30 P.M.
1.

November 3, 2025
City Council Chambers

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Vice Chairperson Williams called the meeting to order at 6:31 P.M. on Monday, November 3,
2025, in Council Chambers. Acting City Clerk Gomez called the roll.
Present:
Absent:

Commissioners Mitchell, Kennedy, Elekwachi, Vice Chairperson Williams
Commissioner Lacey-Oha and Chairperson Taylor

Staff:

City Manager, Bessie M. Scott
Assistant City Attorney, Kevin Kundinger
Police Chief, Joseph Vigil
Lieutenant, William Whitaker
Acting City Clerk, Monica Gomez

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Vice Chairperson Williams led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.

CONSENT CALENDAR

3-1

APPROVAL OF THE ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 6, 2025 AND OCTOBER 20, 2025.

On motion by Commissioner Elekwachi, seconded by Commissioner Mitchell, the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission members present unanimously moved to amend the minutes of October
6, 2025, and October 20, 2025, as follows:
 October 6, 2025 – to include all of the Commission recommendations given during the
discussion of the APOC Ordinance
 October 20, 2025 – to include the written crime stats presentation read by Chief Vigil
4.

NEW BUSINESS

4-1

POLICE CHIEF JOSEPH VIGIL’S REPORT

Chief Vigil presented the staffing update highlighting that the Antioch Police Department
currently employs eighty-seven sworn officers. Two academy recruits graduated last Friday, and
the next academy class is scheduled to graduate in December. Lieutenant Franco Cesar and
Captain Shane Bower started their new roles today. Currently, one officer is out on long-term
injury leave, and another is on long-term military leave.
He responded to inquiries from the APOC regarding the presentation.

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A. FLOCK Presentation
Lieutenant Whitaker presented the CCTV Inventory, FLOCK, and Vigilant system overview,
highlighting that the City currently operated a total of 185 surveillance cameras across various
locations. Of these, 66 were managed by APD and Animal Services. Cameras were strategically
positioned at key sites, including City Hall, Marina, Community Center, Nick Rodrigues
Community Center, Prewett Park, city-owned RV storage lot and Water Treatment Plant facilities.
The City also utilized thirteen FLOCK Cameras/Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) and
twenty-nine Vigilant ALPR Cameras, of which twenty-two are operational while seven are offline
and beyond repair, with plans for replacement when the budget permits. All video surveillance
and ALPR data were kept within the City and are not shared with any outside agencies, including
federal entities.
Lieutenant Whitaker responded to inquiries from the APOC regarding the presentation.
In response to Commissioner Elekwachi, City Manager Scott stated that staff would email her
the staff report with the details for FLOCK.
Commissioner Elekwachi also requested a copy of the policy related to Vigilant. She suggested
a community meeting to discuss policies related to APD’s use of AI.
B. Overview of Various Task Forces
Chief Vigil presented the Overview of the Various Task Forces highlighting the APD participated
in the following regional task forces. the US Marshal Service Fugitive Task Force, the Vehicle
Suppression Enforcement Task Force (VSET), the Contra Costa Motors unit, the Mutual Aid
Mobile Field Force, the Contra Costa Human Trafficking Task Force and the Internet Crimes
Against Children Task Force. Additionally, APD was in the queue and would assign a detective
full-time to the Contra Costa County District Attorney Task Force.
Chief Vigil and Assistant City Attorney Kundinger responded to inquiries from the APOC
regarding the presentation and debriefing process.
C. Public Comment - None
D. Commission Discussion and Direction
5.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Commission received general public comments from the following individuals: Dr. Kimberly
Payton and Krystle Law.
6.

AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT OUT

Police Practices Ad Hoc Committee
Commissioner Williams reported out on the Police Practices Ad Hoc Committee meeting.

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UPCOMING/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

Commissioner Elekwachi requested a formal discussion concerning the procedures involving
plainclothes officers conducting vehicle stops, and she also requested a report outlining the
criteria and process used to prioritize calls for service.
City Manager Scott announced that she would bring back the list of agenda item requests for
the APOC to review. She explained that Code Enforcement handled abatements based on legal
authority, and APD was not involved in that process. She also mentioned that she could provide
clarification on the distinctions between the various public safety programs. Additionally, she
confirmed that the APD did not have plainclothes officers.
Commissioner Elekwachi requested the APOC revisit the APOC Ordinance.
Assistant City Attorney Kundinger responded that they could agendize that discussion; however,
the City Attorney’s office had received direction from the City Council regarding the proposed
amendments to the Ordinance and they could not bring an item back to the APOC that did not
comply with that direction.
Commissioner Elekwachi respectfully disagreed, noting that during the Council discussion, they
had inquired about and expected the APOC to provide their input. She pointed out that the APOC
had offered recommendations that were not incorporated into the final document, which was
why she proposed that APOC review and provide input on the Ordinance at their next regular
meeting.
City Manager Scott responded that she, along with the City Attorney’s office, would discuss this
matter as well as the request for a Study Session with the City Council and she would prepare
a memorandum of options for the APOC.
Discussion ensued regarding the APOC members’ priorities for future agenda items.
 NACOLE Report Out
 2026 Work Plan Discussion
 2025 Annual Report
8.

ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONER REPORT OUT

Commissioner Kennedy reported on her attendance at the NACOLE Conference, and she
thanked everyone who participated.
Commissioner Elekwachi reported on her attendance at the NACOLE Conference and thanked
the City for the opportunity to attend and represent Antioch.
Commissioner Mitchell announced the Neighborhood Cleanup event would be held in downtown
Antioch next weekend.

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Vice Chairperson Williams reported on his attendance at the NACOLE Conference.
9.

STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

City Manager Scott announced the next APOC meeting would be held at 6:30 P.M. on November
17, 2025, at Genesis Church 1800 Woodland Drive, Antioch. She reiterated that she would be
speaking with the City Council about the APOC’s request for a Joint Study Session and she
reiterated that she would bring back agenda requests with a status update. She stated she would
discuss the November 17, 2025, agenda with Chairperson Taylor and Vice Chairperson Williams
during the agenda setting meeting.
10.

NEXT MEETING DATE – November 17, 2025, at 6:30 P.M.

Vice Chairperson Williams announced the next APOC meeting would be held at 6:30 P.M. on
November 17, 2025
11.

ADJOURNMENT

On motion by Commissioner Elekwachi, seconded by Commissioner Kennedy the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission unanimously adjourned at 7:38 P.M.

Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk

CITY OF ANTIOCH
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
Regular Meeting
6:30 P.M.
1.

November 17, 2025
Genesis Church

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Chairperson Taylor called the meeting to order at 6:32 P.M. on Monday, November 17, 2025, at
Genesis Church. Acting City Clerk Gomez called the roll.
Present:
Absent:
Staff:

2.

Commissioners Kennedy, Lacey-Oha, Mitchell, Vice Chairperson Williams and
Chairperson Taylor
Commissioner Elekwachi
City Manager, Bessie Marie Scott
Assistant City Attorney, Kevin Kundinger
Captain, Desmond Bittner
Captain, Shane Bower
Lieutenant, Matthew Koch
Acting City Clerk, Monica Gomez
Minutes Clerk, Kitty Eiden

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Chairperson Taylor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Chairperson Taylor announced that there were speaker cards and agendas available for the
public this evening. She thanked Genesis Church for hosting the meeting.
3.

CONSENT CALENDAR

3-1

ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 6,
2025, OCTOBER 20, 2025, AND NOVEMBER 3, 2025

On motion by Commissioner Williams, seconded by Commissioner Lacey-Oha the Antioch
Police Oversight Commission members present unanimously continued the minutes of October
6, 2025, October 20, 2025, and November 3, 2025.
4.

PRESENTATION: CULTURAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
COACHING SERIES

A.

Presentation

Michael Baldwin, MBS Consultants LLC., provided a brief overview of his personal and
professional background, followed by a PowerPoint presentation on Cultural Relations and

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Community Engagement. The presentation highlighted a workshop opportunity for Antioch to
focus on improving communications between law enforcement and the community.
Public Comment - None
B.

Commission Discussion

The Commission thanked Mr. Baldwin for the presentation and expressed optimism about the
possibility of collaborating with him in the future.
Mr. Baldwin responded to inquiries from the Antioch Police Oversight Commission (APOC)
regarding the presentation.
Chairperson Taylor stated this was the first time the Antioch Police Department (APD) had heard
about this program, and she would make connections, continue community engagement and
keep the Community Engagement Ad Hoc Committee informed.
Mr. Baldwin stated he would continue to make himself available.
5.

NEW BUSINESS

5-1

POLICE CHIEF JOSEPH VIGIL’S REPORT
A. Staffing Update

City Manager Scott introduced Captain Bittner, who extended his gratitude to Genesis Church
for hosting this event. He also conveyed apologies on behalf of Chief Vigil, who was unable to
attend this evening due to prior commitments, as he was attending a graduation ceremony for
an employee who recently completed a leadership academy.
Captain Bittner delivered a comprehensive staffing update. He also provided an update on the
APD’s community engagement activities.
B. Antioch Police Department Disaster Preparedness Discussion
a. Emergency Operation Center (EOC)
Captain Bittner presented an overview of the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and announced
it was available on the city’s website under disaster preparedness. He reported that currently,
the EOC was undergoing renovations, and those enhancements were expected to be completed
by mid-2026.
b. Lost Mitigation Hazard Plan (LMHP)
Captain Bittner provided an update on the recently updated LMHP. He announced the plan was
currently in the process of being approved by the California Office of Emergency Services

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(CALOES), FEMA, and would eventually be adopted by the City Council. A draft of the LMHP
was available on the City’s website under disaster preparedness. Additionally, the city’s website
offered other valuable resources to help community members prepare appropriately for
emergencies.
C. Antioch Police Department Dispatch Overview
a.

Call Prioritization Review

Captain Bittner provided an update on dispatch staffing and an overview of the Call Prioritization
system.
D. Public Comment - None
E. Commission Discussion and Direction
Commissioner Mitchell thanked Captain Bittner for the presentation.
Captain Bittner provided responses to the APOC regarding APD response times and the EOP.
Commissioner Williams suggested APD place a link on the City’s website for signing up for the
County’s Emergency Notification System.
5-2.

PUBLIC SAFETY PARTNERSHIP (PSP) OVERVIEW
A. Presentation

a.
b.
c.
d.

Non-Fatal Shootings Review
Community Engagement Assessment
Technology Assessment
Recruitment, Hiring, and Retention Assessment

Captain Bittner read a statement on behalf of Chief Vigil which outlined the Public Safety
Partnership (PSP) Overview presentation. He reviewed their community engagement efforts,
approach to non-fatal shootings, APD’s focus on data driven areas and program expansions.
C. Commission Discussion and Direction
Commissioner Michell requested an update on the Neighborhood Watch program.
B. Public Comment
The Commission received public comment from the following individual who spoke on the Public
Safety Partnership presentation: Velma Wilson.

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5-3 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
(NACOLE) REPORT OUT
A.
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Commissioner Report Out
Commissioner Kennedy
Commissioner Elekwachi
Commissioner Lacey-Oha
Vice-Chair Williams
Chair Taylor

B.

Public Comment - None

C.

Commission Discussion

Commissioner Williams requested this item be moved to the next meeting, being that some
Commissioners had been unable to submit their reports.
On motion by Commissioner Williams, seconded by Commissioner Lacey-Oha the APOC
members present unanimously continued New Business Item #5-3 to December 1, 2025.
5-4.

DISCUSSION ITEM: 2026 ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION GOAL
SETTING

A.

2026 Antioch Police Oversight Commission Work Plan
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.

Goals and Approach
APOC Work Areas per the Ordinance
2026 APOC Comprehensive Community Engagement Plan
Creation of Ad Hoc Committee 2026 Work Plans to add to overall 2026 APOC
Work Plan
Additional Areas for 2026 Work Plan
Timelines and Deliverables for APOC 2026 Work Plan

On motion by Commissioner Lacey-Oha, seconded by Commissioner Williams the APOC
continued New Business Item 5-4 to December 1, 2025. The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Mitchell, Lacey-Oha, Williams, Taylor
B.

Public Comment - None

C.

Commission Discussion

Abstain: Kennedy

Absent: Elekwachi

City Manager Scott reviewed the facilitation guide for the 2026 APOC Work Plan.

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Commissioner Kennedy suggested the APOC consider work areas per the Memorandum of
Agreement (MOA) with the Department of Justice (DOJ).
City Manager Scott reminded the APOC of their work areas per the APOC Ordinance.
Assistant City Attorney Kundinger mentioned that a review of the policies related to personnel
complaints may also be up for consideration depending on Council’s action on the Ordinance
amendments.
6.

PUBLIC COMMENTS - None

7.

AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT OUT

Commissioner Readiness Ad Hoc Committee
Commissioner Kennedy reviewed the Draft APOC Communication Plan and requested
Commissioners with additions to the draft report submit them to the Ad Hoc Committee for
inclusion. She also reviewed her written report from the Commission Readiness Ad Hoc
Committee meeting.
Chairperson Taylor responded that the Budget Ad Hoc Committee would consider the Ad Hoc
Committee’s recommendation for becoming organizational members of NACOLE.
8.

UPCOMING/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

Discussion ensued regarding the APOC members’ priorities for future agenda items.
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National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE) report out
Discussion item: 2026 Antioch Police Oversight Commission goal setting
Neighborhood Watch Update
UC Berkeley - Chief Pittman Presentation
Update on the APOC Budget
Discussion and review of the APOC Ordinance amendments

Commissioner Mitchell reported the Budget Ad Hoc Committee had been doing research and
they would report out at the next meeting.
Commission consensus for the following priority requests included:
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Discussion of Assembly Bill 847
National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE) report out
Discussion item: 2026 Antioch Police Oversight Commission goal setting
Neighborhood Watch Update
UC Berkeley - Chief Pittman Presentation
Discussion and review of the APOC Ordinance amendments

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ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONER REPORT OUT

The APOC acknowledged Genesis Church for hosting the meeting this evening and thanked
everyone in attendance for their participation.
Commissioner Kennedy reported on her attendance at the Downtown Cleanup Event.
Commissioner Lacey-Oha reported on her attendance at an event in San Francisco.
Commissioner Mitchell reported on his attendance at the Commission Readiness Ad Hoc
Committee meeting. He spoke to positive changes occurring in Antioch.
Chairperson Taylor announced community forums would be taking place soon and she
encouraged those in attendance to participate.
The Commission received public comment from the following individual: Yvette Williams.
Mr. Baldwin responded to the public speaker discussing Field Training Officers (FTO) training.
10.

STAFF COMMUNICATIONS - None

11.

NEXT MEETING DATE – December 1, 2025, at 6:30 P.M.

Chairperson Taylor announced the next APOC meeting would be held at 6:30 P.M. on December
1, 2025.
12.

ADJOURNMENT

Commissioner Kennedy reminded Commissioners that due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, any
reports for the next agenda needed to be submitted by November 24, 2025.
On motion by Commissioner Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Williams, the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission members present unanimously adjourned at 8:17 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:

Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk

CITY OF ANTIOCH
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
Regular Meeting
6:30 P.M.
1.

December 1, 2025
City Council Chambers

CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Vice Chairperson Williams called the meeting to order at 6:31 P.M. on Monday, December 1,
2025, in Council Chambers. Acting City Clerk Cabrera-Brown called the roll.
Present:
Absent:

Commissioners Elekwachi, Kennedy, Lacey-Oha, Vice Chairperson Williams
Commissioner Mitchell and Chairperson Taylor

Staff:

Police Chief, Joseph Vigil
Assistant City Attorney, Kevin Kundinger
Acting City Clerk, Stephanie Cabrera-Brown
Assistant City Clerk, Christina Garcia

2.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Vice Chairperson Williams led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.

CONSENT CALENDAR

3-1

APPROVAL OF THE ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 3, 2025, AND NOVEMBER 17, 2025

On motion by Commissioner Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Elekwachi the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission members present unanimously continued the minutes of November 3,
2025, and November 17, 2025.
4.

NEW BUSINESS

4-1

POLICE CHIEF JOSEPH VIGIL’S REPORT
A. Staffing Presentation – New Hire Status Update

Police Chief Vigil gave the New Hire Status Update presentation.
B. Public Comment - None
C. Commission Discussion and Direction
Chief Vigil provided responses to inquiries from the APOC regarding the Staffing presentation.
4-2

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
(NACOLE) REPORT OUT

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Commissioner Report Out
Commissioner Kennedy
Commissioner Elekwachi
Commissioner Lacey-Oha
Vice-Chair Williams
Chair Taylor

Commissioners Kennedy, Lacey-Oha, Elekwachi and Vice Chairperson Williams provided a
summary of their written NACOLE Conference reports, including key recommendations for the
APOC, and shared details about their visit to the George Floyd Memorial Site.
B.

Public Comment - None

C.

Commission Discussion

Commissioner Lacey-Oha provided a history of policing in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
4-3.

DISCUSSION ITEM: 2026 ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION GOAL
SETTING

A.

2026 Antioch Police Oversight Commission Work Plan
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.

Goals and Approach
APOC Work Areas per the Ordinance
2026 APOC Comprehensive Community Engagement Plan
Creation of Ad Hoc Committee 2026 Work Plans to add to overall 2026 APOC
Work Plan
Additional Areas for 2026 Work Plan
Timelines and Deliverables for APOC 2026 Work Plan

Following discussion, Vice Chairperson Williams recommended postponing this item due to the
absence of Commissioners and City Manager Scott to facilitate the discussion.
B.

Public Comment - None

C.

Commission Discussion

On motion by Vice Chairperson Williams, seconded by Commissioner Kennedy the APOC
members present unanimously postponed New Business Item 4-3.
5.

PUBLIC COMMENTS - None

6.

AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT OUT

Police Practices Ad Hoc Committee

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Vice Chairperson Williams and Commissioner Elekwachi reported on their attendance at the
Police Practices Ad Hoc Committee meeting.
Public Trust and Engagement Ad Hoc Committee
Commissioner Kennedy reported on her attendance at the Community Engagement Ad Hoc
Committee meeting.
Commission Readiness Ad Hoc Committee
Commissioner Kennedy reported on her attendance at the Commission Readiness Ad Hoc
Committee meeting and announced the first training session with Antioch Police Department
(APD) would be held on January 26, 2026.
7.

UPCOMING/ FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

Commissioner Kennedy suggested Commissioners review their proposed ordinance
amendments in advance of a potential Study Session with the City Council.
Discussion ensued regarding the Antioch Police Oversight (APOC) Committee members’
priorities for future agenda items. Commission consensus for the following requests included:
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Retreat/informal discussion on the APOC goals/workplan
Discussion to review recommendations made by the APOC on the APOC Ordinance
Discussion on adopting NACOLE Code of Ethics
Presentation on officer created jeopardy
Presentation on AB847 and the impacts on the APOC Ordinance
Discussion on locations for future offsite APOC meetings

Assistant City Attorney Kundinger responded to inquiries from the APOC regarding Brown Act
open meeting requirements.
Commissioner Elekwachi requested staff provide the list of all requested future agenda items at
each APOC meeting.
The Commission received public comment from the following individual who spoke on
Upcoming/Future Agenda items: Velma Wilson.
8,

ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONER REPORT OUT

Commissioner Lacey-Oha announced that she partnered with Bread of Life Ministries to provide
food delivery for the community and they were seeking volunteers.
Vice Chairperson Williams reported that he had partnered with the NAACP to hand out turkeys
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Center. He recognized Assemblymember Ávila Farías and Councilmember Torres-Walker for
organizing the event.
Velma Wilson wished everyone a Happy Rosa Parks Day.
9.

STAFF COMMUNICATIONS - None

10.

NEXT MEETING DATE – January 5, 2025, at 6:30 P.M.

Vice Chairperson Williams announced the next APOC meeting would be held at 6:30 P.M. on
January 5, 2025.
Commissioner Kennedy reminded the Commission that the deadline for submissions for the
January 5, 2025, meeting agenda was 5:00 P.M. on December 22, 2025.
11.

ADJOURNMENT

On motion by Commissioner Kennedy, seconded by Commissioner Elekwachi the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission unanimously adjourned at 7:53 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:

Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk

APD MOA
COMPLIANCE
PROGRESS REPORT

#4

DOJ AGREEMENT
UPDATE

Progress report on the USDOJ
MOA with the City of Antioch
and the Antioch Police
Department – Feb. 2026

CONSULTANT ROLE

Monitor progress, evaluate
compliance, provide
technical assistance to APD
and report to USDOJ

III.B – POLICIES, DIRECTIVES, TRAINING
• Update policies and directives
Deadline: 11/24/25 for policies
Status: Completed – Policies approved
for dissemination to staff.
• Provide training to APD personnel
Deadline: 7/2/25
Status: 8 hours Procedural
Justice/Principled Policing training
completed. IADLEST Certification in
progress for internal staff.

III. C – HIRING, BACKGROUNDS,
PROMOTIONS
• Requirement: Develop
Recruitment/Retention Plan, review
background and promotional
process.
Deadline: 11/24/25
Status: Written plan completed –
approved by USDOJ. Plan is consistent
with existing Department Practices.

III. D – DATA COLLECTION AND
ANALYSIS
• Requirement: Review of data
collection and analysis protocols for
demographic data analysis.
Deadline: 7/2/25
Status: Protocols approved by USDOJ.
Recruitment for Analyst in CPSD is in
progress – position is instrumental for
continued progress.

III. E – COMPLAINTS & MISCONDUCT
• Requirement: Update complaint
policy, review PSB staffing, develop IA
procedures, track investigations.
Deadline: 11/24/25
Status: Majority completed. Written IA
Procedures being developed. APD in
compliance with providing specified
complaint information to USDOJ.

III. F – LANGUAGE ACCESS PLAN
• Requirement: Create Language
Access Plan with USDOJ approval
Deadline: 11/24/25
Status: Witten plan completed and
approved by USDOJ. Plan has broad
impact on all city services and will
require resources for full
implementation.

III. G – COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
• Requirement: Develop Community
Engagement Plan
• Establish Community Liaison Officer
(CLO) position within 2 years.
Deadline: 11/24/25 for Plan and 1/3/27
for CLO position.
Status: Completed. Approved by USDOJ.
CLO was selected well in advance of
deadline.

PUBLIC IMPLEMENTATION STATUS
All requirements are complete as required to date.
Selected areas (orange) include ongoing implementation phases by design.

Ongoing implementation applies to Training, Recruitment, Language Access, and Community Engagement.
All items remain on track.

COMPLIANCE - OVERVIEW
MOA Section

Compliance
Rating

Due Date

III.A Consultant

Substantial
Compliance

Jan. 3, 2025 – DOJ Agreement Effective
Date; May 28, 2025 – consultant
retained.

III.B Non-Discriminatory
Policing Interim Training

Substantial
Compliance

July 2, 2025; completed – follow up
classes for new personnel in process.

III.B Non-Discriminatory
Policing Permanent
Training

Partial Compliance

Nov. 24, 2025 - internal employee
IADLEST certification in progress.

III.C Hiring &
Backgrounds
Promotional Process

Substantial
Compliance

Nov. 24, 2025 – Hiring/Recruitment Plan
& Background Process
Plan completed – approved by USDOJ.
Implementation well under way.

COMPLIANCE - OVERVIEW
MOA Section

Compliance
Rating

Due Date

III.D Data Collection

Partial Compliance

Jul. 2, 2025 – Data collection protocols
approved by USDOJ; analyst to be
hired for compliance

III.E Complaints &
Misconduct

Substantial
Compliance

Oct. 15, 2025 – Complaint Policy being
modified to include investigatory
procedures and specific misconduct
complaints to be provided to USDOJ.
Tracking system in place

III.F Language Access
Plan

Partial Compliance

Nov. 24, 2025 – Plan completed and
approved by USDOJ. Implementation
under way.

III.G Community
Engagement Plan

Substantial
Compliance

Nov. 24, 2025 – Plan completed and
approved by USDOJ. Implementation
under way.

PUBLIC IMPLEMENTATION STATUS
All requirements are complete as required to date.
Some reforms continue on a recurring basis by design.

Green bars indicate completion to date.
Blue bands indicate ongoing implementation (Training, Recruitment, Language Access, Community Engagement).

NEXT STEPS
• IADLEST certification – training with 3rd
party consultant.
• Community Engagement Plan
implementation in process.
• Language Access Plan completed.
Implementation in progress.
• Racial Disparity Index calculations
underway – analyst function.

NEXT STEPS
• Monitor IA cases for use of force and
bias. Submit completed IA Investigations
to USDOJ – rolling basis.
• Hire an Analyst to maintain compliance
with data collection & analysis –
recruitment in process.
• Completed 1st APD Self-Assessment
Report. Next report due at the end of
April.

NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICING
REQUIREMENTS
• APD to ensure fair, respectful, and
unbiased policing.
• Prohibition of selective & nonenforcement based on protected
characteristics.
• Clear policies, training, and direction.
All of which have been supported by APD

CPSD
• Compliance and Professional Standards:
- Captain
- Sergeant
- Community Liaison Officer
- Data and Statistical Policy Analyst
- Supported by Assistant City Attorney
= a successful collaboration

AGREEMENT TERMINATION
• Agreement ends when DOJ
confirms 2 years of sustained
substantial compliance. Minimum
term is 3 years; maximum term is 5
years.
On the path for success

TAKEAWAYS & NEXT STEPS
• Strong emphasis on civil rights
compliance
• Clear timelines and measurable goals –
APD is where they need to be with
compliance
• Community engagement – making
positive strides
• Ongoing monitoring and adjustments as
needed. CPSD has resources and
bandwidth

FINAL THOUGHTS
• APOC AND Policy Review Committee
Success
• Increase in Community Engagement
• APD on track with agreement and all
timelines
• APOC Continuity

QUESTIONS

ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT

#5-1.A

PERSONNEL
105 Sworn

Patrol

Investigations

85 positions are filled

1 Captain

1 Captain

3 on leave

2 lieutenants

1 lieutenant

4 Sergeants
3 Corporals

3 officers in field training
*academy attendees do not
count in overall sworn numbers

42 patrol officers

12 investigators
2 Crime Analysts

5 CSO’s
1 Acting Lieutenant
1 Acting Sergeant
* 54 is preferred for patrol officers

1 Acting Sergeant
*16 is preferred for investigators

• Traffic / CET

• 1 Sergeant
• 2 Traffic Officers
• 2 CET Officers
• 2 Code Enforcement Officers
• Parking Enforcement
• 2 CSO’s
• 2 Part time CSO’s

• Over 500 complaints to less than 5
daily
* 6 traffic officers preferred

• Professional Standards
• Captain
• Lieutenant
• 3 Sergeants
• 1 Officer

HIRING AND
RECRUITING
• 1 academy in progress
• 1 recruit (CoCo @ 7/17)
• ALCO @ 2/17 - 4 Recruits
• COCO @ 4/27 – * 6 Recruits
• Close to 70 @ last testing
• Open recruitments
• Police officer
• Lateral / entry level
• Dispatcher
• Animal Service Positions

COMMUNICATIONS
• 1 Manager
• 4 Leads
• 12 Dispatchers
• 4 Vacancies
• 1 injury leave

FUNCTION
• Handling Radio Traffic
• Primary Channel
• Backup Channel

• Officers
• Code Enforcement
• Parking Enforcement
• AQCRT
• Animal Services

• Requests & Inquires *

• Answer all calls
• Fire – transfers
• Medical – transfers
• CHP – transfers
• Sheriff s Office – transfers
• Animal Services
• Angelo Quinto Community Response Team
• Parking enforcement
• CAD entries
• After Hours Public Works Notifications

CALLS FOR
SERVICE
Phone Calls Taken
2023 – 123,675
2024 – 208,475
2025 – 209,288
Calls for Service from above
2023 – 73,523
2024 – 70,010
2025 – 86,185
REPORTS Taken
2023 - 9915
2024 – 11,704
2025 – 11,535

RESPONSE TIMES
2023

2024

2025

Priority 1

13:34

14:53

11:43

Priority 2

53:19

1:19:00

1:08:26

Priority 3

1:15:48

2:04:05

2:32:15

RECORDS

1 Manager

2 Leads

4 Part time
positions

7 Full time
positions

• Logging warrants
• CLETS / NCIC entry
• Adhere to records retention for
all documents
• Process citations
• MP Entries
• Online reporting management
• Process DA updates
• Crime lab data entry
• Manage public records request
• Cover the front counter
• Non-emergency phone
coverage

RECORDS WORK
REVIEWED OVER
11,500 POLICE
REPORTS IN 2025

HANDLED ALL THE
DEPARTMENTS
PUBLIC RECORDS
REQUESTS
FILED OVER 1500
CASES WITH THE
DISTRICT
ATTORNEY’S OFFICE

ANIMAL SERVICES

25 walk ins
daily

Licensing
food pantry
complaints and
stray/claiming
animals

8 spay/neuter
- other
surgeries/day

10-20 calls for
service per
ACO shift

80 – 160
animals in the
shelter on any
given day

ANIMAL SERVICES
• 18 positions in the unit
• 9 full time employees

• Animal Services Manager
• Supervisor
• Vet
• ACO’s
• AC Staff

• 3 full time vacancies – (1 Shelter
Manager, 2 Animal Control Officers)
• 5 part time employees
• No Vacancies

2025 WINS !
• 852 spay / neuter surgeries
• Replacement of walk in cooler
• Through donation distributed
2500lbs of animal food
• Through sponsors hosted 5 free
vaccination & microchip clinics
• Hosted Pizza “Pawty” adoption
event
• Fundraising to assist with adoption
prices

STATISTICS
Year to date comparison

ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT
CRIME STATISTICS
JANUARY – DECEMBER 2021-2025
CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS
HOMICIDE
RAPE
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
OFFENSES AGAINST PERSONS
CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY
ROBBERY
BURGLARY
THEFT
AUTO THEFT
ARSON
OFFENSES AGAINST PROPERTY
ARRESTS
Adult Arrests
Juvenile Arrests
TOTAL Arrests

2021 2022 2023
9
10
12
42
35
34
540
513
436
594

557

480

151
334
1374
552
40

165
428
1477
650
16

211
558
1647
1244
8

2451

2736

3668

2541
147

1413
70

1070
71

2688

1483

1141

2024

2025

% Change
24-25

241
546
1771
1682
19
4259

185
309
1615
935
14
3058

-23%
-43%
-9%
-44%
-26%
-28%

1168
93
1261

1682
71
1753

44%
-24%
39%

16
36
506
558

6
45
635
686

-63%
25%
25%
23%

ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT
SHOOTING STATISTICS
JANUARY – DECEMBER 2025
CATEGORY

2024

2025

ShotSpotter Alerts

755

489

ShotSpotter Incidents

639

419

ShotSpotter Cases

141

64

Non-Fatal Shootings

52

28

Shooting Assaults

69

76

TRAFFIC
• 20 % Reduction in Speed Related
Collisions
• 17 % Reduction in DUI Collisions
• 8 % Reduction in overall Collisions
• 85 % Decrease in fatal Collisions

COMMUNITY
CONNECT UPDATE
• 52,533 total messages went out
• 12,522 responses
• 11% response rate

• Response Results – Satisfaction
•
•
•
•

Dispatch – 4.6
Response Time – 4.18
Officer – 4.6
Overall Department – 4.09

We take community feedback
seriously and are steadily making
improvement

COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT
• Events by Year
• 2023 – 132
• 2024 – 47
• 2025 – 180+

DOJ UPDATES
• CAL DOJ

• Still in the patterns and practice
investigation stages
• No timeline of completion
• Cal DOJ is participating in policy
meetings
• Meet monthly and provide updates

• US DOJ

• Moving on several areas
• Training

• Procedural Justice
• Active Bystandership for Law
Enforcement

• Policy Review
• Hiring and Recruiting
• Mr. Sappal will provide a detailed
update

NEGOTIATED SETTLEMENT
• Allen V. City of Antioch
• Finished drafting agreement in December, awaiting approval and
finalization from the presiding magistrate.

Sub Station

ACCOMPLISHED IN 2025
• Working with partners on Policy Revision
• Grant Funding for Traffic Division
• E-Cite Capabilities

• Citizen RIMS Rollout *
• Updated equipment for officers
• Axon
• Vehicles
• Communications

• Updated Field Training Manual
• Complies with POST and US DOJ

• Increased Staffing
• Addition to Detective, Traffic, and CET teams
• Expands Capacity

CONT’D
• Creation of unhoused resource flier
• BAART Clinic collaboration
• Downtown collaboration and
clean up efforts
• Increased relationship with CORE
• Collaboration with BNSF, UPRR,
PG&E, Chevron, and Caltrans
• Quickly address quality of life
issues

2026 AND BEYOND
•

2026
• Crime Reduction
• Increase Traffic Enforcement
• Hiring and Recruiting
• Increase City Camera Program
• Quarterly District and Neighborhood
Watch Meetings
• Continue Partnership with AUSD
• Policy Manual Roll Out
• Community Survey
• Building updates
• POST Team Building
• Increase Training Opportunities
• California Accreditation for Public
Safety
• Re Launch Programs
• Cadets
• Chaplain

? QUESTIONS ?

Policy Ad Hoc Report.
Policies covered from 10/25 - Early 12/25
Hello our Ad Hoc Committee has covered several policies and we are happy to share there
have been several amendments made, however because they are not finalized we can not
discuss the changes.
Tier 1
Policy 310 Vehicle Pursuits
Policy 206 License to carry firearm
Policy 306 Conducted Energy Device
Policy 307 Officer involved shootings and deaths
Policy 201 Departmental Directives
Policy 302 Emergency Management
Policy 407 Officer Responses to calls
Policy 412 Foreign Diplomatic and Consular Representatives
Tier 5
Policy 1029 Wellness Program
Policy 809 CJJISS Access maintenance and security
Policy 207 Information Technology use
Tier 3
Policy 429 First Amendment
Policy 314 Search and Seizure
Policy 426 Bicycle patrol unit
Tier 4 Temporary custody of adults
We have made great progress this year, and we are nearing the finish line.

Community Engagement Notes – 12/5/25 and 12/8/25
A variety of topics were raised for further discussion with the full Commission
• Explore more ways to reach out to the community
• Options include: community conversations/listening sessions
• Jelani at the Sycamore Square Clothing Boutique expressed interest in
hosting a listening session, St. Ignatius, Islamic Center are good options to
start
• Create questions/topics for sessions i.e., Have you had a good experience
with APD? What was it like? Have you had a bad experience with APD?
What happened? Do you know the best way to get your information across
to dispatch when you call 9-1-1?
• Address the importance of public safety
• Identify trusted messengers
• Budget needs to be taken into consideration for all events (Mr. Baldwin’s
program, UC Berkeley Chief, etc., snacks for listening sessions, etc.)
• Approval/prioritization of expending funds will also need to be determined
• Hold a check-in meeting with APD in January (Fachner, Amiri, Bower)

Antioch Police Oversight Commission (APOC)
Annual Report | 2025–2026

Section 1: Introduction
The Antioch Police Oversight Commission (APOC) was established to enhance
transparency, accountability, and trust between the Antioch Police Department (APD)
and the community it serves. The Commission is committed to advancing equitable
public safety practices while ensuring that departmental policies and operations reflect
community values and legal standards.
During the 2025–2026 reporting period, APOC reached a significant milestone in its
oversight work through the comprehensive review of the APD policy handbook. This
work was conducted through a formal Policy Ad Hoc Working Group and represented a
shift from identifying policy gaps to actively participating in policy alignment, review, and
accountability.
The Policy Ad Hoc Working Group operated collaboratively with a federally appointed
monitor from the U.S. Department of Justice, representatives from the California
Department of Justice, Lexipol, leadership from the Antioch Police Department, and
commissioners from the Antioch Police Oversight Commission. APOC commissioners
participating in this process included Devin Williams, Chair Porshe Taylor, and Former
Commissioner Lisa Elekwachi.
This collaborative approach ensured that federal and state oversight standards, national
best practices, operational realities, and community accountability priorities were all
represented throughout the policy review process.

Section 2: Policy Review, Alignment, and Oversight
During the 2026–2027 reporting period, the APOC Policy Ad Hoc Working Group
conducted a comprehensive review of all policies identified within the APOC enabling
ordinance. This review was structured across five distinct policy tier levels, allowing for
a systematic examination of policy intent, legal compliance, implementation standards,
and accountability mechanisms.

Policy areas reviewed included, but were not limited to:
●​ Use of Force​
●​ Hate Crimes​
●​ Use of Canines​
●​ De-escalation in interactions with community members​
●​ First Amendment–protected assemblies​
●​ Bias-based policing, including profiling based on characteristics protected under
federal, state, and local law​

All policy review discussions, revisions, and recommendations were conducted in
confidence within the collaborative working group. This confidentiality was necessary to
support candid legal analysis, effective collaboration with federal and state partners,
and the integrity of the review process.
Reviewed and revised policies will be made public upon completion of the full review
and approval process. At this time, there is no set public release date. APOC will
continue to provide transparency updates as policies advance toward adoption and
implementation.
Policy Ad Hoc Completion Update
The APOC Policy Ad Hoc Working Group has completed all policy review
recommendations identified within the Commission’s enabling ordinance. The newly
revised Antioch Police Department Policy Handbook has advanced through
collaborative review and is currently undergoing the finalized approval and adoption
process. This milestone reflects the Commission’s transition from policy gap
identification to the completion of comprehensive policy alignment achieved through
sustained collaboration with federal and state oversight partners.

Section 3: Budget Review and Oversight
2023–2025 Budget Context

APOC acknowledges the challenges associated with conducting a full budget review
during a period of leadership transition within the Antioch Police Department and City
administration. As such, the Commission focused its efforts on identifying priority areas
for oversight capacity-building and preparing for future budget cycles.
One key recommendation during this period was the allocation of funding, at the
discretion of the Chief of Police, to support commissioner training and professional
development. This investment strengthens APOC’s ability to provide informed and
effective civilian oversight.
Looking Ahead: 2025–2027 Budget Oversight
APOC remains committed to conducting a comprehensive review of the 2025–2027
budget cycle with a focus on:
●​ Transparency in budget allocation and reporting​
●​ Alignment of resources with community safety and equity priorities​
●​ Continued funding and policy integration of the Angelo Quinto Crisis Response
Team​
●​ Support for community engagement and oversight infrastructure​
●​ Commission trainings and annual conferences​

The Commission will continue working collaboratively with APD leadership and City staff
to ensure budgetary decisions reflect both operational needs and community
expectations.
Community Oversight Investment Recommendations
As part of strengthening APOC’s community-facing oversight capacity, the Commission
recommends the following allocations for consideration within the 2025–2027 budget
cycle:
$25,000 – Program Support: Saving Our Streets (SOS)​
Allocation to support Saving Our Streets, a proven program that has worked with police
departments across the State of California and partnered with several statewide
organizations and institutions. The program supports relationship-building, community

engagement, and trust-centered public safety collaboration aligned with APOC’s
oversight mission.
$7,000 – Community Engagement and Educational Materials​
Funding dedicated to customized outreach materials supporting community service and
public awareness efforts, including shirts, pins, cups, pamphlets, informational
brochures, business cards, and name tags intended to improve visibility and
accessibility of civilian oversight resources.
Remaining Balance – Operational Overhead​
Allocation of the remaining funds toward unforeseen operational expenses necessary
to sustain effective community engagement, outreach activities, and oversight-related
functions.

Section 4: Commissioner Training and Development
Recognizing that effective civilian oversight requires continuous learning, APOC has
taken steps to formalize commissioner training and professional development.
Through the leadership and coordination of Susan Kennedy, Lisa Elekwachi, and Joe
Mitchell, APOC has established Commissioner Training Days focused on strengthening
oversight capacity, policy literacy, and accountability practices. These trainings will
begin in February and continue throughout the year.
Training topics include, but are not limited to:
●​ Constitutional policing​
●​ Civilian oversight roles and responsibilities​
●​ Policy analysis and implementation​
●​ Best practices in public accountability and governance​

This initiative represents a critical investment in ensuring that commissioners are
well-equipped to fulfill their oversight responsibilities with rigor, independence, and
professionalism.

Section 5: Community Engagement Ad Hoc – Progress and Outcomes
During the reporting period, APOC advanced its commitment to meaningful community
engagement through the work of the Community Engagement Ad Hoc. This ad hoc
focused on increasing public awareness of APOC, strengthening communication with
residents, and ensuring community perspectives inform oversight priorities—particularly
related to non-biased policing.
Key Accomplishments
●​ Development of a draft Communications Plan for Commission-wide review​
●​ Engagement with APD representatives to discuss outreach efforts and
appropriate APOC participation​
●​ Commissioner attendance at community events including Community Clean-Ups,
Coffee with the Cops, National Night Out, and Neighborhood Watch meetings​
●​ Review of the APOC One-Year Community Engagement Strategy to identify
approaches best aligned with community needs​
●​ Exploration of community listening sessions in impacted neighborhoods such as
the Sycamore corridor, and potential collaboration with faith leaders already
engaged in community outreach​

These activities allowed commissioners to engage residents outside formal meeting
settings and better understand community concerns related to trust, transparency, and
accountability.
Goals and Recommendations
●​ Exploring opportunities for a public launch or introductory event​
●​ Further development of outreach materials such as brochures or handouts​
●​ Increasing APOC visibility and accessibility within the community​
●​ Identifying trusted community messengers to help raise awareness of APOC’s
role​

●​ Holding engagement activities outside of City Hall settings​
●​ Requesting that the City of Antioch provide an in-kind community meeting space
outside of Antioch Police Department compounds or substations to host APOC
community
engagement
meetings
in order to maintain neutral,
community-centered engagement environments and reinforce independent
civilian oversight​
●​ Requesting the release of a publicly accessible monthly calendar identifying
Antioch Police Department events that community members are invited to attend,
supporting transparency, participation opportunities, and strengthened
community-police engagement​
●​ Utilizing City communication channels, including social media, to promote APOC
meetings
●​ Recommendation for an Accountability ceremony in honor of residents of the city
of Antioch who were harmed by APD.

Section 6: Conclusion and Next Steps
The 2026–2027 reporting period reflects a maturation of the Antioch Police Oversight
Commission’s role—from identifying reform needs to actively participating in policy
review, oversight infrastructure, and community engagement.
Moving forward, APOC will continue to:
●​ Monitor the implementation of reviewed and revised APD policies​
●​ Support transparency as policies move toward public release​
●​ Invest in commissioner training and development​
●​ Strengthen community engagement and feedback mechanisms​
●​ Provide independent, informed oversight in collaboration with APD and City
leadership​
●​ Advance finalized policy implementation while strengthening community-based
oversight infrastructure through recommended budget investments and

accessible public meeting opportunities​

APOC extends its appreciation to APD leadership, City staff, and its federal and state
partners for their collaboration and commitment to accountability. Through continued
partnership and oversight, APOC reaffirms its dedication to fostering a safer, more
equitable future for all Antioch residents.