2025-05-16 Police Commission Regular Minutes

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Regular Session Minutes May 16, 2025 Page 5 and the community. The kickoff event featured presentations from CIS, Criminalists, Detectives, and others who shared insights with prospective interns. Chief Moszkowicz noted that he will provide an update on Police Week and other events at the next meeting, acknowledging that there has been a lot happening and the commission has not met for a few months. NEW BUSINESS Discussion regarding the Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) Police Department and Homeland Security:Chief Moszkowicz addressed concerns regarding three and FBI). He explained that although CorpCounsel had historically reviewed such MOUs, they were not approved by County Council as required by state law. Efforts to correct this began last year, with most MOUs approved; however, three–two with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and one with the FBI,were held back due to public and council concerns. The FBI MOU allows select HPD personnel to serve as federally sworn Task Force Officers (TFOs), enabling them to assist with investigations under U.S. Code Titles 18 and 19 (e.g., drug trafficking, corruption), but not Title 8, which covers civil immigration enforcement. The two HSI MOUs similarlydesignate TFOs and authorize the use of workspace at HPD facilities. These agreements have been in place since at least 2010 and were recently updated to reflect changes in personnel. Chief Moszkowicz emphasized that HPD does notand is not authorized toengage in civil immigration enforcement. The department’s roles remain protecting life and property, upholding constitutional rights, and providing humanitarian aid when possible. NEW BUSINESS Chair Robinson referenced public testimony from Ms. Muna andher related correspondence. He asked Chief Moszkowicz for guidance. The chief stated that while no formal complaint was submitted, they could still conduct an inquiry to determine if any claims couldbe substantiated. He noted that the outcome may not be appropriate for discussion in open session,but he could report back to the commission. Chair Robinson agreed. Additional discussion followed regarding the Police Department’s role in investigations, the judicial process, and available resources. NEW BUSINESS Correspondence No. 25-06: Memorandum from Mayor Alameda regarding county identification cards for volunteer board, commission, and committee members:Chair Robinson asked Chief Moszkowicz if the mayor’s memorandum was sent to all county boards and commissions. The chief confirmed that was his understanding, stating they