ROCHESTER CITY COUNCIL PAB MEETING 20260618

The Rochester, NY City Council Police Accountability Board (PAB) meeting held on June 18, 2026, focused primarily on updates regarding the board's transition and transformation efforts, community engagement activities, and legislative advocacy. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the 2026-27 budget, which was presented to and passed by the city council, and the establishment of a legislative affairs committee authorized to work on the Restore the Rochester Mandate Act of 2026 to regain PAB's investigative powers. The board also discussed operational improvements such as technology implementations for records management and meeting transcription, as well as partnerships with community organizations to enhance oversight and transparency. A motion to amend and approve the legislative affairs committee resolution passed unanimously, authorizing the committee to include board members, staff, and community representatives, including members of the Police Accountability Alliance. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the meeting emphasized the importance of adequate staffing and budget support to fulfill the board's mission effectively.