Fire and Police Commission - August 27, 2026

The August 27, 2026 meeting of the Santa Barbara Fire and Police Commission included the approval of a private patrol permit for Aegid Protection, with a condition to modify the uniform badge for clear distinction from law enforcement. The commission also approved minutes from the previous meeting. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an in-depth presentation on fire investigations by the Fire Department, covering investigative procedures, training, tools, collaboration with law enforcement, and case examples. The commission discussed the importance of fire investigations for public safety and legal compliance, but no new procurement contracts or budget allocations were reported. Additionally, the commission acknowledged public comments related to the police department's nonrenewal of the Flock automatic license plate recognition contract and noted that council review of the policy is pending before any new agreements are initiated. The meeting concluded with scheduling updates for upcoming meetings.