HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-15-2026 CPRB Regular Meeting AgendaCITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD
(CPRB)
Special Meeting Agenda
Thursday, January 15, 2026, | 6:00 PM
City Hall | Council Chambers
215 S Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601
Open Door Notice: This meeting is noticed pursuant to Indiana’s Open Door Law. Portions of the meeting may enter executive session as permitted by law, with any votes occurring only in public session.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Welcome and Opening Remarks by Chair
Roll Call / Verification of Quorum
2. Approval of Agenda and Minutes
Review and approval of CPRB Previous Meeting Minutes
o Please sign the meeting minutes and submit them to Director King.
Approval of the January 15th Agenda.
3. Public Comment (if applicable)
(3 Minutes Per Speaker)
Guidelines:
Must sign up before the meeting begins
Comments limited to CPRB business and community oversight topics, one hour in total for public comments.
4. Director’s Report
o We ended 2025 with 20 civilian complaints, and we forwarded 8 to the
SBPD.
o We will continue to review the remaining cases from 2025 and continue to
intake new cases.
o Training: I attended the NACOLE Conference, the National Association for
Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement Conference. I received in-depth training and national insight into oversight models, investigative procedures, and policy improvement. The experience positions our board to
continue to grow in professionalism and effectiveness.
5. OLD BUSINESS
5.1 Case No. CPRB 2025.011 – Alleged Use of Force (Juvenile)
Summary of prior actions and discussion.
Board deliberation and vote to agree or disagree with SBPD’s finding of exoneration (if not previously concluded).
Directions to the Director and Counsel regarding next steps, depending on the
vote.
5.2 Policy Recommendation Discussion – Juvenile Interactions &
De-escalation
Consideration of policy recommendations to the SBPD and the Common Council
regarding:
o Age-specific de-escalation training.
Possible motion to adopt and transmit written recommendations.
5.3 Conflict of Interest (COI) Materials – Board Discussion
Review of the previously distributed COI packet.
Discussion of:
o Recusal standards and procedures.
o Required disclosures and annual statements.
Possible motion to adopt or request drafting of a CPRB COI policy.
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 2026 Budget Planning Timeline & Process
Discussion of the Board’s role in budget recommendations under the ordinance.
Establishment of:
o Target date (June–July 2026) for initial 2027 budget work session.
o Process for Board input on staffing (investigator, administrative support)
and operations.
Possible motion to schedule a future budget workshop and direct the Director to
prepare a draft budget proposal.
6.2 Potential Board Policy Recommendations
o Draft recommendations: Juvenile de-escalation & use-of-force considerations.
o Possible motion to transmit recommendations to SBPD leadership & Common Council.
7. 2026 Community Outreach Plan
Discussion of:
o Discuss a quarterly CPRB-involved outreach plan.
o Work with the Director to coordinate dates, materials, and city translation
resources.
7.1 Board Member Training & Development
NACOLE conference debriefs from the Director.
Identification of training priorities for Board members (civilian oversight, implicit
bias, trauma-informed approaches, use-of-force standards, etc.).
8. Executive Session (If Needed)
Purpose (if convened): Confidential matters as permitted under Indiana Code (e.g.,
disciplinary proceedings or records exempt from disclosure).
Note: No votes in executive session; any action occurs only after returning to
public session.
9. Return to Public Session & Any Motions Arising
Adjournment
Next Scheduled Meeting: Thursday, March 19, 2026
2026 COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD MEETINGS
MONTH DATE MEETING TYPE
January January 15, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed)
February February 19, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed) March March 19, 2025 Q1 PUBLIC MEETING
April April 16, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed)
May May 21, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed) June June 18, 2026 Q2 PUBLIC MEETING
July July 16, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed)
August August 20, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed)
September September 17, 2026 Q3 PUBLIC MEETING
October October 15, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed)
November November 19, 2026 Q4 PUBLIC MEETING
December December 17, 2026 Reserved Special Meeting / Executive Session (If Needed)
The official 2026 dates for the CPRB are listed below. In accordance with the established ordinance, the required public meetings are as follows:
1) March 19, 2026
2) June 18, 2026
3) September 17, 2026
4) November 19, 2026
The additional dates held are for special meetings, training sessions, and executive sessions as needed.
This meeting is convened in accordance with the Indiana Open Door Law.
Individuals requiring accommodation for participation should contact the CPRB
Office in advance.
Board Member District Appointee Start Date End Date Term Length
Sherria Williams 1st District Canneth Lee 1/20/2025 1/20/2028 3 Years Komonique Thomas 2nd District Ophelia Godden-Rodgers 1/20/2025 1/20/2026 1 Year
Vacant 3rd District Sharron McBride 1/20/25 0120/2027 2 Years
Luella Webster 4th District Troy Warner 1/20/2025 1/20/2027 2 Years
Roxane Hughes 5th District Sherry Bolde-Simpson 4/7/2025 4/7/2028 3 Years
Vacant 6th District Shelia Niezgodski 3/18/2025 3/18/2026 1 Year
Joseph Adams At Large Karen White 1/20/2025 1/20/2026 1 Year
Cheryl Ashe At Large Rachel Tomas-Morgan 1/20/2025 1/20/2028 3 Years
De Bryant At Large Oliver Davis Jr. 6/4/2025 06/4/2028 3 Years
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Community Police Review Office
202 S. Michigan Street, 8th Floor, Suite 801, South Bend, IN 46601
Phone: (574) 235-9355
Email: CPRB@SouthBendIN.gov