City of Kalamazoo - October 13, 2026 Citizens Public Safety Review and Appeal Board

Inspector Charles Mason, with the Kalamazoo Public Safety Office of Professional Standards, presents the PCR report, noting that most complaints were unfounded or exonerated, with only mishandling of prisoner property sustained. There is a significant discussion on how bias is determined in investigations and the diversity of the investigation team. Chief Victor Green emphasizes the importance of the Citizens Review Board in ensuring thorough investigations and announces upcoming implicit bias training. Additionally, the board reviews the audit of the license plate reader system, discussing the flagged searches and the measures in place to prevent misuse. The meeting also covers updates on police recruitment and community engagement initiatives. 00:00 Introduction 00:00:45 Call to Order 00:00:56 Roll Call 00:01:53 Approval of Minutes 00:02:17 Office of Professional Standards Report 00:06:35 License Plate Reader Audit 00:12:12 Chief's Update 00:21:03 Public Comments 00:31:18 Adjournment