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Police chief proposes community advisory committee; some residents call for independent oversight

City of Santa Paula City Council · February 4, 2026
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Summary

The police chief proposed a five‑member Police Chief Advisory Committee to improve community engagement; some speakers urged independent oversight of audit recommendations, and council clarified the group would be advisory (not an audit oversight body) and asked the chief to return with applicant and selection details.

Police Chief presented a proposal on Feb. 4 to create a Police Chief Advisory Committee made up of community volunteers to advise on policies, community engagement and departmental programs.

The chief described a proposed framework of five members (residents, business owners and nonprofit representatives), two‑year terms, quarterly meetings and an open application process with appointments made by the chief. The committee’s stated mission would be to advise the chief on…

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