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Special Meeting Minutes July 10, 2025 Page6 Chair Robinson called for a motion to open further discussion on the matter before the commission today. Vice Chair Bertsch made a motion to approve Chief Moszkowicz’s request to withdraw his resignation, seconded by Commissioner Yamada. Discussion: Commissioner Buckman noted that prior to recent events, there were no concerns about the chief’s performance reaching the level of termination. He stated the commission should consider whether they expect the chief’s performance to continue at the same or higher level moving forward and weigh this expectation in their decision. Commissioner Enriquez stated that the focus of the meeting is not to evaluate the chief’s job performance, but to consider whether to approve his request to withdraw his resignation. Commissioner Lacerte noted that she has not heard directly from police officers and expressed interest in understanding the views of the men and women serving under the chief, as she has mainly heard from community members and the union. Commissioner Tavares agreed with Commissioner Enriquez, stating that any prior concerns about the chief’s ability to perform his duties would have already been addressed. He noted that thefocus is on the past six weeks, particularly the two weeksin question, and emphasized that the commission must consider whether trust can be rebuilt within the community when deciding on the chief’s request to rescind his resignation. Vice Chair Bertschrequested clarification on the meaning of yes and no votes for the motion. DCC Salas-Ferguson explained that a “yes” vote approves the chief’s request to withdraw his resignation, allowing him to remain in his position after the 15th, while a “no” vote means the resignation stands and the 15th will be his final day. Ms. Correa called the roll call vote: Yes: Commissioners Buckman, Lacerte, Bertsch, Robinson No: Commissioners Botelho, Enriquez, Tavares, Yamada Result: Chair Robinson announced that the vote was tied 4-4, so the motion did not carry, and Chief Moszkowicz’s resignation stands. He apologized to the chief, who then requested an opportunity to address the commission. Chief Moszkowicz expressed regret for anyconfusion or pain he causedthe department and commission.He explained that going into this meeting, he didn’t submit retirement paperwork. He’snot eligible to collect retirement benefits until September. He asked that, if the commission does not accept his withdrawal of resignation,he beallowed tocontinue until the end of August and as of July 16, he has ample vacation leave that will get paid