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CityCouncil | 2021-02-02 | 23 | those from other cities; stated Alameda is an easy target; more Police enforcement is needed: Michael Murphy, Alameda. Stated racist attitudes, comments, and actions by Police Officers are inexcusable; there is a problem with Police racism; any hint should be investigated; questioned the quality of life described by previous commenters; stated assertions of a decrease in quality of life are based on personal experiences and anecdotes and run counter to data; bringing more housing does not bring more crime; efforts that are discriminatory and damaging should not be duplicated: Josh Geyer, Alameda. Expressed concern about LPRs and having an outside agency evaluate City data; stated that he is not convinced the LPRs will do anything to deter crime; expressed support for adequate steps being taken to prevent abuse of LPRs by Police Officers and other agencies; stated that he would like personal identifying information to be protected by any agency evaluating data: Jay Garfinkle, Alameda. Vice Mayor Vella requested clarification relative to the armed individual at the MLK Day peaceful protest. The Interim Police Chief stated APD is still looking for help from the public in identifying the suspect; the investigation is ongoing; urged anyone with information to call APD; saying APD has not taken the incident seriously is incorrect; available resources were sent to the scene; the handling of the matter has been discussed internally at APD to learn from; a call for de-escalation and restraint is needed at large group events; APD wants to bring the individual to justice. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether APD would do anything differently should another similar event occur. The Interim Police Chief responded appropriate response is part of the internal conversation; stated if Officers rush in, a shooting is possible; the argument can be made that Officers handled the event appropriately due to there being no active shooting; split second decisions are made by Officers in situations. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated the communication around an event is as important as what transpires; noted a Press Release was not issued until the evening after the event; expressed support for communication in real-time. Vice Mayor Vella stated that she would appreciate updates; expressed support for communication with the community to the extent possible; stated there can be the perception of work not being done unless work is shown as it is being done; an absence of information causes confusion and distrust; there is concern about conflicting information and the Capitol insurrection; she would like clarification from City staff. The City Manager stated that he has asked staff to look into any social media posts; no [Capitol insurrection] support has been found within current APD Officers; promotion of Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 18 February 2, 2021 | CityCouncil/2021-02-02.pdf |