Commission discusses "coffee and donuts" outreach to police; staff to consult chief and return in September

Members of the Inclusion and Adaptive Living Commission discussed an outreach proposal to bring coffee and donuts to the police station to introduce commissioners to officers and support the newly formed cross-ability committee. The proposal, framed as a gesture of thanks and relationship-building rather than a public event, would involve commissioners visiting shift changeovers to meet officers informally. Commissioners and staff raised procedural questions including whether gifts of refreshments are permissible under the police department—s policies and the city—s gift rules. A staff member noted such donations are typically nominal ("like $20 or $25") and are often accepted for refreshments, but advised confirming with the chief. The group discussed timing to reach day, swing and night shifts, and several commissioners volunteered to attend different shifts if the chief approves. No motion was made. The chair directed staff to speak with the police chief about policy, security and scheduling, and to return with a concrete plan at a future meeting (targeted for September). Commissioners also discussed brief remarks they would deliver during visits and whether family members could attend; staff recommended clearing visitors with the chief in advance because of facility security protocols.