March 5, 2026 - Community Police Oversight Implementation Work Group Meeting

The City of Austin's Community Police Oversight Implementation Work Group held a meeting on March 5, 2026, to discuss quarterly updates on community complaints against the Austin Police Department (APD) for the quarter ending December 2025. The meeting focused on sharing detailed data about complaint volumes, types, and the complaint investigation process, including preliminary reviews, formal investigations by APD Internal Affairs, and disciplinary recommendations made by the Austin Police Oversight (APO) office. The group also discussed upcoming projects such as improvements to the online complaint interface, an officer-involved shooting dashboard, and the relaunch of a "Know Your Rights" program. While no specific procurement or contracting decisions were made, the meeting emphasized transparency, data reporting, and community engagement in police oversight activities.