Committee Overview

The Public Safety & Justice Committee meets on the third Monday of each month, from 7pm – 8:30pm. Please join our mailing list for up-to-date meeting information, as some months may change.

Learn more about the committee and see where you can join us at upcoming meetings and events.

Upcoming Meetings & Events

Please join us for our standing monthly meetings and check back frequently for updates.

33rd Annual Empowerment Congress Summit

January 25, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 1:30 pm

About the Committee

The EC Public Safety & Justice Committee educates constituents about events and issues that impact the safety and well-being of the community and its residents. The committee is committed to addressing critical public safety and justice issues, providing leadership around mobilizing and educating the community.

Goals:

  1. Educate and inform the community on public safety policies and initiatives with local impact.
  2. Facilitate community dialogue and engagement on critical public safety issues such as criminal justice reforms, law enforcement oversight, adult and youth diversion efforts, along with informing advocates on evidence-based solutions and where to access local resources and supports.

Issues:

  • Criminal justice reforms (e.g. Prop 47, Prop 64, Realignment)
  • Adult and youth diversion efforts
  • Community-based policing
  • Civilian Oversight Committee priorities

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