2025-07-10 Police Commission Regular Minutes

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Special Meeting Minutes July 10, 2025 Page 2 experience of resigningfrom a job;her new job didn’t work out, and luckily, she was able to return to her previous employer.She added that we all make mistakes, and she asked that the commission consider accepting the chief’srequest to withdrawhis resignation. Roger Christiestated he initially supported Chief Moszkowicz but no longer does, now backing the commission’s decision to accept the chief’s resignation. He cited broader concerns about government actions, including prohibition and marijuana eradication, which he believes have harmed the community. He also called for the resignation of commissioners due to their prior decision to dismiss his complaint. Christina Holt shared a report on behalf of residents unable or unwilling to testify, urging the commission to consider the long-term consequences of selecting public safety leadership that cooperates with ICE, which she said fails to protect the rights of the most vulnerable. Chair Robinson asked whether her testimony pertained to the chief or to immigration, reminding her to keep comments focused on the agenda item. She clarified that her testimony addressed the consequences of Chief Moszkowicz’s cooperation with ICE and its impact on the community, further discussing civil rights, community trust, public safety, and actions by ICE and HSI. Vice Chair Bertsch acknowledged the public’s testimony and assured their concerns were heard,but reminded attendees that the commission must follow the Sunshine Law and the meeting agenda. Chair Robinson noted the issue had been on the agenda in May and expressed surprise at the larger turnout now. Commissioner Lacerete emphasized that while the commission reads all correspondence and values input, state and federal laws limit what the chief can control. The commissioners indicated they are open to a future session dedicated to this topic. Kencho Gurung urged the commission to accept Chief Moszkowicz’s resignation, stating his cooperation with ICE has caused significant harm and disqualifies him from remaining in the position. She called for a public review of HPD’s role in ICE operations, the creation of written protocols, and an end to obstruction of community advocates, emphasizing that true public safety begins with defending community members. Chair Robinson explained thatthe commission may limit repetitive testimony. He encouraged speakers to keep comments concise if they repeat points already made, noting that testimony on ICE would be more meaningful at a future meeting dedicated to that topic. He emphasized the need to stay focused on the current agenda to ensure all business is addressed efficiently. Mago Aubrey supported Chief Moszkowicz’s resignation, urging empathy for families impacted by separation and stressing the importance of repeated testimony to ensure the community’s concerns are heard and considered.