Today we honor the memory of First Nations woodcarver John T. Williams, who was shot and killed by an SPD officer on this day 14 years ago.
His death culminated in CPC’s creation, and we carry the memory of Williams and other victims of police misconduct in everything we do.
Last week CPC’s Jo-Nathan Thomas attended Seattle’s Night Out—a national crime prevention event offering a great chance to learn about crime prevention, spend time with neighbors, and talk about neighborhood safety.
"We agree with Chief Rahr’s decision to terminate."
...
"Detective Auderer’s actions and behavior that evening serve as a reminder that we have a lot of work to do towards addressing the culture that tolerated that conversation in the first place."
Heavy hearts at City Hall with the passing of Jim Hilles. What a great human being. Jim kept our staff and building safe, made sure we were always doing well and was one of the most kind people. Our prayers are with his family. We will miss him at city hall ❤️❤️❤️❤️
CPC’s Dr. Cali Ellis & Linnea Lassiter recently presented to SPD Before the Badge recruits about CPC, its role in the police accountability system, and the importance of accountability to effective, constitutional policing for Seattle residents.
CPC would like to learn what community members think about police accountability.
Please take 5-10 minutes to complete our survey to the best of your ability.
Reach out to OCPC
@seattle
.gov if you need assistance or have questions.
We encourage everyone in Seattle to take heat seriously and act with caution. You can take simple steps to help prevent heat related illness and death.
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Last month CPC Community Engagement Team had a nice visit with the Filipino Community Village Forum, which is a senior housing facility setting where CPC shared about our work, the police accountability system, and how the community can uplift their voice for reform.
Watch today's CPC Bi-Monthly Meeting to catch:
CPC updates
Introduction to Policy Director Linnea Lassiter
Police Practices & Behavioral Health Workgroups
City Council updates
Mayor’s Office updates
SPD updates
CPC on SPD Use of Force Reporting Policies
CPC Community Engagement's Jo-Nathan Thomas recently attended the BSafe Community Block Party, where youth and families in
@rainierbeach
gathered, engaged in fun activities, built positive connections, honored local youth lost to gun violence, and signed a pledge to be safe.
Today we honor and commemorate Black freedom.
There are several ways to celebrate
#Juneteenth
in Seattle today. Here’s a free family event:
Africatown Juneteenth Celebration, 12 pm-8 pm at Jimi Hendrix Park.
Juneteenth Celebration at Jimi Hendrix Park from 12pm-8pm, Wednesday June 19th! Africatown Community Land Trust + King County Equity Now annually put on Seattle's longest standing Juneteenth gathering.
Our CPC Community Engagement Team member Jo-Nathan Thomas recently attended the
@SeattlePD
North Precinct Advisory Council (NPAC) meeting where he heard updates from SPD Capt. Lori Aagard & our very own CPC Commissioner Tascha Johnson, representing
@ICHOOSE180
.
CPC Community Engagement Director Felicia Cross (center) attended the Leschi Community Council Meeting on a beautiful Seattle evening recently for engaging, conversational, informative, and inclusive interactions with the community.
CPC staff attended the Rainier Beach Action Coalition (RBAC) Annual Fundraising Luncheon to hear inspiring stories, eat delicious food, and learn about ongoing initiatives.
A great group representing many different communities—all coming together to support RBAC.
Watch the latest CPC Bi-Monthly Meeting featuring:
Interim SPD Chief Sue Rahr
CPC & City Department updates
Presentation from Somali Independent Business Alliance (SIBA)
Presentation from OPA on Investigations & Complainant Impact Statement Partnership
OEM Director of Emergency Management Curry Mayer, CPC Executive Director Cali Ellis, and OEM Community Engagement Coordinator Weenta Stephanos met today in the Seattle Emergency Operations Center to share about
@OEMSeattle
's important role in keeping Seattle's communities safe.