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Office of Citizen Complaints reports higher mediation rates, seeks budgeted positions
Summary
OCC director reported a 7% proposed budget increase for FY2008-09 and an uptick in mediated cases and case closures, while sustained-finding rates remain below historical averages; commissioners asked about staffing, caseload distribution, and training for volunteer mediators.
Director Hicks presented the Office of Citizen Complaints' second-quarter statistical report and budget update at the Aug. 6 Police Commission meeting.
Hicks said the mayor's proposed FY2008-09 budget includes a $4.2 million allocation for OCC, an increase of about $300,000 (roughly 7%) over the previous year. The increase would fund investigator and clerical position changes and move the office toward a full complement of 18 budgeted investigators; six investigator vacancies…
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