6.16.2026 Police Commission

The City of Portsmouth Police Commission held a meeting on June 16, 2026, which included public comments addressing concerns about police conduct and community safety issues. The commission discussed updates on facilities, including a pending municipal building committee meeting and the status of dispatch center remediation, which is delayed due to HVAC equipment procurement issues. A key procurement-related action was the approval of the renewal of Deputy Chief Mike Maloney's employment agreement, forwarded to the city council for final action. The commission also voted to accept a $7,408.23 grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance's Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program to offset half the cost of 15 bulletproof vests. Financial reports indicated the department is tracking well under budget, with upcoming grant applications in progress for IT infrastructure and crime center projects. No new contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but ongoing grant management and facility equipment procurement were noted as active areas.