City of Kalamazoo - Citizen Public Safety Review and Appeals Board - December 9, 2025 Meeting
The board reviewed updates from the Office of Professional Standards, including a briefing on crime statistics, which revealed a decrease in both violent and property crimes. The meeting also highlighted community engagement activities such as the ‘Shop with a Senior’ and ‘Shop with a Hero’ events, aimed at fostering positive relationships between the police and the community. Furthermore, the board discussed the ongoing recruitment process for new officers, including the final interviews and conditional offers extended to candidates. The meeting provided an opportunity for board members to express appreciation for the dedication and service of the board, and to discuss strategies for improving police-community relations, particularly in addressing concerns related to racial demographics in police interactions.
00:00 Introduction
09:52 Roll Call
10:24 Welcome and Meeting Procedures
11:00 Approval of Minutes
11:45 Office of Professional Standards Report
13:07 Public Safety Community Activities
14:27 Hiring Process Update
15:34 Inspector’s Crime Stats and PCR Report
23:26 Board Member Comments
24:27 Public Comments
25:48 Adjournment
