09.23.26 Police Advisory Committee Meeting of September 23, 2026

The Salinas Police Advisory Committee met on September 23, 2026. The committee approved the prior meeting minutes by vote and scheduled its next meeting for December 3 at 5:00 p.m. The main presentation covered Community Service Aides and Community Service Officers, their staffing, training, duties, and reported activity, including 14,394 front-desk customer interactions in 2025, 1,364 online reports processed, and 689 vehicles towed in 2026. Members discussed abandoned-vehicle enforcement and public education; staff said the department would explore outreach options. Existing arrangements were mentioned with towing companies and a contractor for parking enforcement, but no contract award, purchasing decision, or spending action was considered.

Public comments and committee discussion focused on youth support and criminal justice approaches, accountability and safeguards for Flock cameras, and concerns about intoxicated people in vehicles. Members requested a future presentation on how the city uses Flock cameras, including access and safeguards, and suggested posting informational videos online about topics such as abandoned vehicles and e-bike safety. The Chief announced upcoming bilingual e-bike safety presentations and a future crime-lab presentation. No procurement activity was identified.