The purpose of the Community Oversight Board (COB) is to provide input, in an advisory capacity, to the City Manager or their designee in reconsidering the Police Chief’s determination following a Community Relations Complaint (CRC) investigation filed pursuant to the Battle Creek Police Department (BCPD) Policy. The COB will outline reasoning for reconsideration based on an objective review of the facts and circumstances. The COB may also request that the City Manager or their designee inquire into any conduct of a Police Officer in the absence of a complaint. This process is not intended to take the place of any other remedy or action available to a complainant. Furthermore, the COB will take a proactive approach in identifying potential problems, building partnerships with law enforcement, and creating bridges between and among law enforcement and the community.
(Res. 41. Passed 4-29-80; Ord. 06-2024. Passed 5-14-24.)