2024-06-21 Police Commission Regular Minutes

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Hawaii Police Commission Regular Session Minutes June 21, 2024 Page 10 would be classified as HPC 24-01A, with no further discussion, the motion carried unanimously. o HPC 24-11: Complainant alleges that the officer utilized her authority to obtain information and records, and posted content on social media, depicting their business in an unfavorable manner. Commissioner Quartararo motioned that there was sufficient evidence to refer to the chief for further investigation, seconded by Commissioner Buckman, with no discussion, the motion carried unanimously. o HPC 24-12: Complainant alleges excessive use of physical force during arrest. Chair Robinson announced that the complainant came before the commission today and was informed that the complaint would be held in abeyance for 90 days pending resolution of their criminal court matter. He advised that no vote was needed for this decision, and the matter will continue as such. o HPC 24-15: Complainant alleges officer used harsh and violent language to her minor child. Commissioner Tavares motioned that there was insufficient evidence to prove the complainant's allegations of misconduct, seconded by Commissioner Ing, DCC Frenz noted that the complainant was not present at today's hearing, with no further discussion the motion carried unanimously. o HPC 24-18 & HPC 24-20 (complaints in the non-acceptance category): Vice Chair Bertsch motioned to accept the chair's decision to decline the investigation for failure to comply with the Police Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure (Rule 6). Commissioner Ing seconded, with no discussion, and it carried unanimously. • Request for Representation by Corporation Counsel: o Correspondence No. 24-16: Vice Chair Bertsch motioned to accept and approve legal representation. Commissioner Ing seconded, with no discussion and it carried unanimously. Commissioner Quartararo made a motion to restrict the production of sensitive information to a commissioner on a conflict matter. Commissioner Ing seconded, with no discussion, and it carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Robinson announced that the special meeting scheduled for July 11, 2024, has been rescheduled for August 8, 2024. He asked for a motion to confirm the new date. Vice Chair Bertsch motioned to confirm the new meeting date, seconded by Commissioner Lacerte. Chair Robinson announced that the special meeting for the commission to discuss its rules of practice and procedure will be on August 8, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., in Hilo Council Chambers. Vice Chair Bertsch requested the commission be emailed in digital