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Kissimmee commission holds first reading to create civilian police oversight board; public speakers split
Summary
The Kissimmee City Commission approved first reading of an ordinance to establish a Civilian Police Oversight Board under Florida Statute Chapter 166.0486. Supporters urged the step to rebuild trust; critics said the proposed board lacks power to address documented problems in the police department.
The Kissimmee City Commission on first reading approved an ordinance to establish a Civilian Police Oversight Board in accordance with Chapter 166.0486 of the Florida Statutes.
The ordinance, presented by city staff at the public hearing, would create a five- to seven-member board with two-year terms and a limit of three two-year terms per member. The rules in the draft require that members either live, work or own property within the city; one board seat must be filled by a retired law-enforcement officer; and appointees may not hold elected office or be a qualified candidate for elected office. Staff…
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