Antioch Police Oversight Commission
Regular MeetingAntioch, CA · July 1, 2024
Minutes
CITY OF ANTIOCH
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
Regular Meeting July 1, 2024
6:30 p.m. City Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairperson Thurston called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, July 1, 2024, in Council
Chambers. Acting City Clerk Rosales called the roll.
Present: Commissioners Lacey-Oha, Hadden, May, Spears, Vice Chairperson Taylor and
Chairperson Thurston
Absent: Commissioner Williams (arrived at 6:43 P.M.)
Staff: Acting City Manager, Kwame Reed
Interim Police Chief, Brian Addington
Acting Captain, Joe Vigil
City Attorney, Thomas Lloyd Smith
Acting City Clerk, Vanessa Rosales
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairperson Thurston led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. APPROVAL OF THE ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION MEETING
MINUTES OF JUNE 3, 2024 AND JUNE 17, 2024.
On motion by Commissioner Taylor, seconded by Commissioner May the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission members present unanimously continued the minutes of June 3, 2024,
and June 17, 2024.
4. NEW BUSINESS
4-1 INTERIM POLICE CHIEF BRIAN ADDINGTON’S REPORT
A. Staff Presentation on Traffic Division and Staffing Update
Interim Police Chief Addington presented the Traffic Division and Staffing Update.
Commissioner Williams arrived during the presentation at 6:43 P.M.
B. Public Comment – None
C. Discussion and Direction
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Interim Police Chief Addington and Acting City Manager Reed provided responses to inquiries
from the Antioch Police Oversight Commission (APOC) regarding the Traffic Division and
Staffing Update.
Chairperson Thurston requested staff provide the Budget Ad Hoc Committee with the current
Antioch Police Department (APD) budget as well as a breakdown of citations issued by the traffic
division.
4-2 ACTION ITEM: SELECTION OF TWO FUTURE COMMISSION MEETING DATES TO
CONDUCT TWO COMMISSION MEETINGS AT A LOCATION OTHER THAN CITY
HALL
Acting City Manager Reed presented the staff report dated July 1, 2024, recommending the
APOC select two future Commission meeting dates to conduct two Commission meetings at a
location(s) other than City Hall.
Discussion ensued regarding the selection of two future Commission meeting dates to conduct
meetings at alternative locations, with the APOC consensus selecting August 19, 2024, and
November 4, 2024.
On motion by Commissioner Taylor, seconded by Commissioner Hadden the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission unanimously selected the following dates to conduct meetings at
alternative locations:
August 19, 2024
November 4, 2024
Discussion ensued regarding the selection of two future Commission meeting locations with the
APOC consensus selecting the Antioch Community Center (backup location Intentional Event
Spaces) for the August 19, 2024, meeting and Antioch High School for the November 4, 2024.
On motion by Commissioner Taylor, seconded by Commissioner Williams the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission unanimously selected the following locations for the August 19, 2024,
and November 4, 2024, meetings:
August 19, 2024 – Antioch Community Center with a backup location of Intentional Event
Spaces
November 4, 2024 – Antioch High School
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
The Commission received general public comments from the following individuals: Frank
Sterling, Tachina Garrett and Sara.
6. AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT OUT
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Community Engagement Ad Hoc Committee
Commissioners May, Williams and Lacey-Oha reported on their attendance at the Community
Engagement Ad Hoc Committee meeting. Items reported on included:
Requests for meetings with the Felton Institute, Office of Public Safety, Family Justice
Center and BART Police Oversight Commission
Planning Town Hall meetings in each Council District
Formation of information trees within communities
Establishing communication between APD and the Community
Tabling events during 4th of July activities.
A tour of the APD basement
Community engagement with students
Efforts to participate in the National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement
(NACOLE) training.
Policy and Procedure Ad Hoc Committee
Commissioner Taylor and Chairperson Thurston reported on their attendance at the Policy and
Procedure Ad Hoc Committee and announced they would provide a full report at the next
meeting.
Use of Force Ad Hoc Committee
Interim Police Chief Addington, Acting Captain Vigil and Acting City Manager Reed responded
to inquiries from Commissioner Spears regarding various revisions to the Military Equipment
Policy and Report.
Interim Police Chief Addington stated he would verify if the City had met the community
engagement requirements for the Military Equipment Report.
Commissioner Spears expressed concern that the Military Equipment Report referenced
“members in the jurisdictions’ without identifying those individuals. She requested a list of all
incidents where the APD utilized military equipment along with dates, times, who authorized the
use and the justification for use. She also requested a list and comparison of complaints related
to the use of military equipment.
Discussion ensued regarding the purpose of Ad Hoc Committees.
Commissioner Spears stated the Use of Force Ad Hoc Committee would meet with Interim Police
Chief Addington and bring back their recommendations at the August 5, 2024, APOC meeting.
On motion by Commissioner Spears, seconded by Commissioner Taylor the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission unanimously declared a recess at 8:30 P.M.
The meeting reconvened at 8:42 P.M. with all Commissioners present.
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Budget Ad Hoc Committee
No report.
Complaints, Internal Affairs and Hiring Process Ad Hoc Committee
No report.
The Commission received public comments from the following individuals who spoke on the Ad
Hoc Committee Report Out: Ashly Mahan, Eddie Gums, Sara B., Tachina Garrett, an unidentified
individual and Teki Flow.
7. UPCOMING / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Discussion ensued regarding the APOC members’ priorities for future agenda items.
On motion by Chairperson Thurston, seconded by Commissioner Williams the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission approved the following future agenda item:
Removal of the APOC Chair
The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Lacey-Oha, Taylor, May, Spears, Williams
Noes: Thurston, Hadden
On motion by Commissioner Spears, seconded by Commissioner Taylor the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission approved the following future agenda item:
Election of New APOC Chair
The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Lacey-Oha, Taylor, May, Spears, Williams
Abstain: Thurston, Hadden
On motion by Commissioner Spears, seconded by Commissioner May the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission approved the following future agenda item:
Annual Military Equipment Use Report
Use of Force Ad Hoc Committee Report Out
The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Lacey-Oha, Hadden, Taylor, May, Spears, Williams
Abstain: Thurston
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On motion by Commissioner May, seconded by Commissioner Taylor the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission approved the following future agenda item:
Community Engagement Ad Hoc Committee Report Out
The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Lacey-Oha, Hadden, Taylor, May, Spears, Williams
Abstain: Thurston
On motion by Commissioner May, seconded by Commissioner Williams the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission approved the following future agenda item:
Complaints, Internal Affairs and Hiring Process Ad Hoc Committee Report Out
The motion carried the following vote:
Ayes: Lacey-Oha, Hadden, Taylor, May, Spears, Williams
Abstain: Thurston
In response to Commissioner May, Acting City Manager Reed stated he would attempt to
schedule a presentation from the Felton Institute for the next meeting.
8. ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONER REPORT OUT
Commissioner Lacey-Oha stated she was disappointed in the meeting process this evening and
encouraged the Commission to move forward respectfully. She reported on her attendance at
Juneteenth Events and School graduations. She announced she would be participating in a
comedy night event in Antioch.
Commissioner May reported on her attendance at Juneteenth events.
Commissioner Spears requested APD provide the Use of Force Ad Hoc Committee with updates
for the military equipment report. She thanked the public who attended the meeting this evening.
Commissioner Williams discussed his respect for all Commissioners and the community. He
stated he was in this position to do the will of the people.
Commissioner Taylor discussed the Commission’s goal of remaining a united front and the
importance of supporting the community.
9. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Acting City Manager Reed announced NACOLE training had been budgeted and requested
those intending on participating in the conference inform staff. He encouraged Ad Hoc
Committees to reach out directly to staff with their questions.
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10. NEXT MEETING DATE – AUGUST 5, 2024, at 6:30 P.M.
Chairperson Thurston announced the next APOC meeting would be held at 6:30 P.M. on August
5, 2024.
11. ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Chairperson Thurston, seconded by Commissioner Taylor the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission unanimously adjourned at 9:27 P.M.
Kitty Eiden
KITTY EIDEN, Minutes Clerk
Agenda
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
AGENDA
Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Place: Antioch City Hall – Council Chambers
200 H Street
Antioch, CA 94509
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONERS
Harry Thurston, Chairperson
Porshe Taylor, Vice Chairperson
Treva Hadden
Alicia Dianne Lacey-Oha
Leslie May
Mahogany Spears
Devin Williams
Staff Liaison: Kwame P. Reed, Acting City Manager
Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney
Brian Addington, Interim Police Chief
Commission meetings are live streamed at:
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Please see the inside cover for detailed Speaker Rules.
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ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
SPEAKER RULES
Welcome to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission meeting. The Commission
encourages community participation. The Ralph M. Brown Act guarantees the public's
right to address the Commission, within the framework of Speaker Rules. Because
agendas encompass many business items, Speaker Rules enable the meeting to be
efficiently conducted and concluded at a reasonable hour.
How to submit a Public Comment – Members of the public wishing to provide public
comments, may do so one of the following ways:
1) Written Public Comment – Written comments may be submitted electronically to
the City Clerk at the following email address: cityclerk@antiochca.gov, prior to 3:00
p.m. the day of the Commission Meeting. Please indicate the agenda item in your
email subject line. Written public comments received before 3:00 p.m., the day of
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are called to speak, please limit your comments to the time allotted (up to 3 minutes).
If there are several speakers, the amount of time allotted may be modified at the
Chairperson’s discretion.
Record of all public comments – All public comments will become part of the official
public record and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act. All public
comments will be retained on file by the City Clerk’s Office; entered into the official
meeting record and will be available to the public upon request. Written public comments
will not be read during the Commission Meeting.
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Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. (except during the months of July and December
when regular meetings shall occur once per month). The Antioch Police Oversight
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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.antiochca.gov/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. ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 3,
2024, AND JUNE 17, 2024
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Antioch Police Oversight
Commission continue the Meeting Minutes of June 3,
2024, and June 17, 2024.
STAFF REPORT
4. NEW BUSINESS
4-1. INTERIM POLICE CHIEF BRIAN ADDINGTON’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. Staff Presentation on Traffic Division and Staffing Update
B. Public Comment
C. Discussion and Direction
STAFF REPORT
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION [1] JULY 1, 2024
4-2. ACTION ITEM: SELECTION OF TWO FUTURE COMMISSION MEETING
DATES TO CONDUCT TWO COMMISSION MEETINGS AT A LOCATION
OTHER THAN CITY HALL
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the Antioch Police Oversight
Commission select two future Commission meeting
dates to conduct two Commission meetings at a
location(s) other than City Hall.
STAFF REPORT
5. 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.
6. AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT OUT
7. 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.
8. ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSIONER REPORT OUT (Three minutes
per commissioner)
9. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Staff may provide an update on information relevant to the mission, purpose, and work
of the Antioch Police Oversight Commission.
10. NEXT MEETING DATE – August 5, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
11. 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.
ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION [2] JULY 1, 2024
STAFF REPORT TO THE ANTIOCH POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
DATE: Regular Meeting of July 1, 2024
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission
SUBMITTED BY: Ellie Householder, MPP, City Clerk
Christina Garcia, CMC, Assistant City Clerk Cg
SUBJECT: Antioch Police Oversight Commission Meeting Minutes of
June 3, 2024 and June 17, 2024
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the Antioch Police Oversight Commission continue the
Meeting Minutes of June 3, 2024 and June 17, 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
DISCUSSION
N/A
ATTACHMENT
None.
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APOC PRESENTATION
July 1, 2024
ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAFFIC DIVISION
• LAST MONTH OF FULLY STAFFED UNIT MARCH 2022
• MARCH 2022 STATS (403 CITATIONS, 8 COLLISION REPORTS
(1 FATAL), 57 NON-TRAFFIC CALLS FOR SERVICE)
• STAFFING: 1 SERGEANT, 3 OFFICERS
• OFFICERS REASSIGNED TO PATROL APRIL 2022; DISBANDED
JUNE 2022
ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAFFIC DIVISION
• SERGEANT REASSIGNED TO TRAFFIC UNIT MAY 13TH, 2024
• STATS 05/13/2024 – 05/31/2024
• 31 CITATIONS
• 3 STOLEN VEHICLE RECOVERIES
• 2 SIDESHOW DETERRENCE DETAILS
• 4 MAJOR INJURY CRASH INVESTIGATIONS
• 123 TOTAL CALLS FOR SERVICE
• STATS BETWEEN 06/01/2024 – 06/24/24
• 36 CITATIONS
• 2 MAJOR INJURY CRASH INVESTIGATIONS
• 1 FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
• 6 STOLEN VEHICLE RECOVERIES
• 198 TOTAL CALLS FOR SERVICE
• ADDED 1 OFFICER 06/17/2024
ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAFFIC COLLISION DATA YTD
Collision Type Grand Total
Collision Fire/Ambulance Enroute 149
Collision Major Injuries 1
Collision Minor Injuries 25
Collision No Injuries 235
Collision Unknown Injuries 186
Grand Total 596
• 236 traffic collision cases taken by patrol and traffic along with 4 fatal accidents.
ANTIOCH POLICE DEPARTMENT
SWORN STAFFING UPDATE
• SWORN STAFFING AS OF 07/01/2024
• AUTHORIZED SWORN STAFF (115)
• CURRENT SWORN STAFF (76)
• Modified Duty (working, but not able to work at full capacity) – 1
• On some form of leave (16)
• Full Duty Status (59)
• Assigned to patrol (44)
• Officers/Corporals (38) (7 in training)
• Sergeants (4)
• Watch commanders (2)
• Assigned to Traffic
• Sergeant (1) Officer (1)
• Assigned to Investigations (7 Detectives, 1 Acting Sergeant, 1 Lieutenant)
• Assigned to Administration (Chief, Field Services Captain, Support Services
Captain, Professional Standards Lieutenant)
STAFF REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
DATE: Regular Meeting of July 1, 2024
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Antioch Police
Oversight Commission
SUBMITTED BY: Kwame P. Reed, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: Action Item: Selection of Two Future Commission Meetings Dates to
Conduct Two Commission Meetings at a Location Other than City
Hall
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the Antioch Police Oversight Commission select two future
Commission meeting dates to conduct two Commission meetings at a location(s) other
than City Hall.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact for this item.
DISCUSSION
According to Ordinance No. 2212-C-S that created the Antioch Police Oversight
Commission (“APOC”), section 4-3.106 (B) states at least two APOC meetings shall be
held at location(s) within the city of Antioch other than City Hall. The purpose of having
meetings at a location(s) outside of City Hall is to increase community engagement.
The Ordinance states the APOC shall make a good faith effort to hold these meetings at
public schools, youth centers, or community-based organizations within the city. City-
owned facilities that are available and have the ability to accommodate the public are the
Nick Rodriguez Community Center in downtown Antioch and the Antioch Community
Center located on Lone Tree Way across from Deer Valley High School.
The future 2024 APOC meeting dates are as follows:
• August 19th • October 22nd
• September 2nd (Holiday) • November 4th
• September 16th • November 18th
• October 7th • December 2nd or 16th
ATTACHMENTS
None
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